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Overview of The Enclave at Chandler Senior Living

The Enclave at Chandler Senior Living sits at 4950 W Chandler Blvd in Chandler, Arizona. Its three-story building holds 115 units, split between studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts, and the community covers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in one place. Seven years in, it’s past the early-days phase and into a steadier rhythm.

Walkability here lands right in the middle. With a Walk Score of 53, some errands are doable on foot, and others still need a car. That middle-ground setup shows up inside too, where the amenities split evenly between mental engagement and physical movement. There’s an art studio, a library, and a music room for residents who’d rather stay in, plus walking paths and courtyards for those who want to step outside.

Support services cover the basics that let daily life run smoothly: housekeeping, maintenance, cleaning, and transportation, so getting somewhere doesn’t depend on family being free that day. A fitness and recreation program adds structure to the week. Marcia Turner runs the community day-to-day, and Chandler 2 Operator, LLC owns it.

Like every licensed assisted living facility in Arizona, this one gets inspected by the state’s Department of Health Services through its Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing. Past reviews have centered on a few recurring areas: emergency preparedness, how hazardous materials get handled, and how care gets documented.

Put together, the picture is a mid-sized community built for people who want structure without losing options, with three housing sizes, transportation covered, and a real split between indoor and outdoor space.

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ACOYA Troon by Cogir

10455 E Pinnacle Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Overview of Acoya Troon by Cogir

Acoya Troon by Cogir offers assisted living and independent living in Scottsdale, AZ. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication. Independent living provides a private living arrangement with community services and no daily care.

The community has 155 beds, bringing together more residents and staff and usually allowing for more programming. Its assisted living and independent living options can suit a resident whose care needs may grow over time without leaving the community. Housing includes studios, one-bedroom residences and two-bedroom residences. A studio offers one private space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together. There is also a pool for swimming or exercise, and pets are allowed. Grace E Leathers serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Sunrise of Gilbert

Sunrise of Gilbert offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Gilbert, AZ. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private living space, independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community can support a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

Located in the Lago Estancia neighborhood, Sunrise of Gilbert has 102 beds. Studio and one-bedroom housing options range from a single private space to a layout with a separate bedroom. Starting prices of $2,798 or more per month give families a baseline for estimating monthly costs.

A Walk Score of 58 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. The heated outdoor pool offers a place for swimming or poolside time, while the on-site salon handles hair and personal grooming without an off-site visit. Residents can watch movies in the cinema or join scheduled activities such as flower arranging, fitness classes, and book clubs. Pets are allowed, and respite care provides a short stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers. Jason Konrad serves as the administrator.

Starting Price $2,798/Month Info Pricing updated on March 13th, 2026

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Overview of Cascades of Tucson

Nestled in the tranquil community of Jessica Ave, Tucson, AZ, Cascades of Tucson is an inviting senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Here, individuality and independence are celebrated, while the team takes care of the details. With engaging social events, the freedom from cooking and cleaning, and the company of like-minded friends, residents often say, “I wish I had moved here sooner.”

Offering top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy socializing, staying fit and healthy, and fine dining in this community. Amenities such as a heated pool, arts and crafts room, and many more are available for everyone. Meet new friends and create new memories by participating in a lively calendar of social, cultural, educational, and recreational activities and programs. At Cascades of Tucson, seniors are assured of a wondrous retirement.

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Overview of The Peaks, a Senior Living Community

Serving the area of Flagstaff, AZ, The Peaks, a Senior Living Community is a compassionate senior living community that aims to provide a healthy aging lifestyle. The community offers bungalow living, independent living, assisted living, and memory care to accommodate residents’ ever-changing needs. Residences here are equipped with convenient features and services like housekeeping and maintenance for residents’ convenience.

Cozy common areas, fun activities, and amenities like a salon, fitness center, pool, spa, and library are offered to keep residents stimulated and entertained. Chef-inspired meals are served restaurant-style, giving residents an enjoyable dining experience. With 24-hour team members and emergency call systems, residents here enjoy a comfortable life within a safe and secure setting.

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Overview of The Oasis at Fellowship Square Surprise

Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Surprise, AZ, The Oasis at Fellowship Square Surprise is a blissful retreat that offers independent living. The community features cozy and specially designed one- and two-bedroom apartments, dedicated to residents’ comfort and safety. Residents can keep their peace of mind with the community handling the housekeeping and maintenance.

Fun recreational activities and engaging programs are also conducted to encourage residents to live actively and maintain social connections. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. The community is equipped with a fitness center, pickleball courts, a heated swimming pool, a dog park, a putting green, and a woodworking shop, creating the ideal setting for residents to live comfortably in their golden years.

Starting Price $5,100/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Robson Reserve at Pebble Creek

Robson Reserve at Pebble Creek offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Goodyear, AZ. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With all three care levels, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community opened in 2019 and has 124 beds. Respite care allows for a short stay, which can suit a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover, and Agustin Olmedo serves as the administrator. Residents can use a resort-style pool, fitness center, salon, movie theater, and wellness programs for recreation, exercise, personal grooming, entertainment, and health-focused activities. Rehabilitation services support residents who need recovery support, while transportation services help residents get to destinations. Pets are allowed, and the dog park provides an outdoor area for residents with dogs.

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Overview of Thunderbird Senior Living

Thunderbird Senior Living is located in Glendale, AZ and offers three different types of care all in one place, independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Michael D. Brown works as the administrator there.

In independent living, people live in their own private homes and the community helps out with services, but daily care isn’t included. When someone moves to assisted living, the staff helps them with things like bathing, getting dressed, and making sure they take their medicine on time. They still get to keep their own apartment though. Memory care is for people with dementia who need supervision in a safe, locked area so they don’t wander off.

If a resident’s needs change, they can move to a different level of care without having to leave Thunderbird. The apartments come in three sizes, studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms. Studios work for one person, while two-bedrooms are good for couples or friends living together.

Pets are allowed at Thunderbird. The area has a Walk Score of 54, which means it’s somewhat easy to walk around. Even if someone doesn’t have a car, they can still walk to do some errands nearby.

Starting Price $2,300/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Touchmark at the Ranch

Conveniently located in the harmonious neighborhood of Prescott, AZ, Touchmark at the Ranch is a blissful retreat that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. With its different levels of care, residents receive the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs around the clock. The community also ensures residents enjoy maintenance-free living, handling the housekeeping and chores.

A jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. Delicious and well-balanced meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is equipped with a library, a coffee shop, a salon, a barbershop, and serene walking paths, creating the perfect setting for residents’ recreation and wellness.

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Sagewood

4555 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85050
Overview of Sagewood

Sagewood sits in Phoenix’s Desert Ridge West neighborhood, a car-dependent pocket of the city (Walk Score 12) where the nearest errands are a drive away. The three-story building has been here for 20 years, operated by LCS Desert Ridge LLC under the LCS brand, and it covers a lot of ground: independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home care all under one roof at 4555 E Mayo Blvd. Executive Director Mr. Stewart Ingram oversees the campus.

What Sagewood is selling, functionally, is the ability to age in place without switching facilities. Care levels are available across the full spectrum, so a resident who moves in for independent living can shift to skilled nursing without packing up and starting over somewhere else. Short-term rehab and respite stays are also on offer, which makes the campus useful for families navigating post-acute recovery or caregiver breaks. Memory care is available with a secured perimeter in place.

The programming side runs through LCS Signature Programs, including the LifeCare plan and the HealthyLife wellness track, the latter built around fitness, nutrition, and general well-being. In terms of physical amenities, the campus includes a fitness center, a spa, walking paths, a wellness center, and concierge services, with religious services also available. Apartment options span one- and two-bedroom layouts, with square footage ranging from roughly 763 to over 2,300 square feet.

Sagewood is not currently listed as a CMS-certified Medicare or Medicaid provider. Families planning around federal coverage pathways will need to look elsewhere or explore Arizona’s state-level assistance programs independently.

For older adults who want a tiered campus where care can follow them across multiple stages, with branded programming and substantial apartment options, Sagewood covers that range. The non-certification status and car-dependent location are the two variables most families will want to factor in early.

Starting Price $5,458/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Independent Living in Arizona at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 39/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Arizona. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 106The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Arizona. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90