Desert Winds Retirement Community is the premier independent living, assisted living, and memory care home in Peoria. Providing an exquisite senior living lifestyle, seniors will cultivate a vibrant social life during retirement. Management ensures that residents maintain an active and independent living while receiving full support. Residents are encouraged to pursue their interests and find new activities that flourish in a nurturing environment.
The community boasts a list of comprehensive amenities that make retirement feel like a permanent vacation. These include a swimming pool, a courtyard, landscaped grounds, an expansive dining menu experience, and private apartments.
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Info below is compiled from the AZ Dept. of Health Services (ADHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Desert Winds Assisted Living | IL AL MC | Peoria (Desert Winds Mod) | 88
Facility
88
AZ AVG
105
Rank
#67 / 104 | A+ | Yes |
51
Facility
51
AZ AVG
39
Rank
#68 / 217 | - | 27
Facility
27
AZ AVG
17
Rank
#28 / 115 | - | Nora Dartoe | 9 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#1 / 101 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 101 |
| Garden Ridge Senior Living | IL AL MC | Peoria | 259
Facility
259
AZ AVG
105
Rank
#2 / 104 | A- | Yes |
61
Facility
61
AZ AVG
39
Rank
#45 / 217 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 6
Facility
6
AZ AVG
17
Rank
#82 / 115 | - | Holly Vandermate | 11 | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#49 / 101 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#28 / 101 |
| The Montecito Senior Living | IL AL MC | Peoria | 141
Facility
141
AZ AVG
105
Rank
#25 / 104 | B | Yes |
40
Facility
40
AZ AVG
39
Rank
#101 / 217 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
17
Rank
#92 / 115 | A+ | Heath D Van Gysel | 10 | 15
Facility
15
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#70 / 101 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#52 / 101 |
| The Forum at Desert Harbor | IL AL | Peoria (Desert Harbor) | 50
Facility
50
AZ AVG
105
Rank
#81 / 104 | B | Yes |
21
Facility
21
AZ AVG
39
Rank
#165 / 217 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 37
Facility
37
AZ AVG
17
Rank
#15 / 115 | - | Auxiliadora C Morales | 4 | 6
Facility
6
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#37 / 101 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#52 / 101 |
| Sierra Winds | IL AL NH | Peoria | 30
Facility
30
AZ AVG
105
Rank
#86 / 104 | B+ | Yes |
47
Facility
47
AZ AVG
39
Rank
#81 / 217 | - | - | A- | Emily Dawson | 18 | 34
Facility
34
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#91 / 101 | 1.9
Facility
1.9
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#60 / 101 |
| MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge | IL AL MC | Peoria (Haciendas Del Sol) | 124
Facility
124
AZ AVG
105
Rank
#39 / 104 | C+ | Yes |
40
Facility
40
AZ AVG
39
Rank
#101 / 217 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 7
Facility
7
AZ AVG
17
Rank
#75 / 115 | - | Kelci D Franks | 14 | 29
Facility
29
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#86 / 101 | 2.1
Facility
2.1
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#68 / 101 |
| The Gardens at Immanuel | IL | Peoria | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
105
Rank
#89 / 104 | D+ | Yes |
23
Facility
23
AZ AVG
39
Rank
#158 / 217 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
17
Rank
#87 / 115 | - | Emily Lowe | 3 | 12
Facility
12
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#64 / 101 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#91 / 101 |
| Freedom Plaza Arizona | IL AL HOS MC NH SNF | Peoria | 111
Facility
111
AZ AVG
105
Rank
#50 / 104 | ? | Yes |
28
Facility
28
AZ AVG
39
Rank
#137 / 217 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ | Ian G Lewis | 19 | 6
Facility
6
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#37 / 101 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#17 / 101 |
| Lake Pleasant Assisted Living | IL AL MC RC | Peoria | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
105
Rank
#89 / 104 | ? | No |
11
Facility
11
AZ AVG
39
Rank
#194 / 217 | Private Rooms | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
17
Rank
#92 / 115 | - | Vanessa Budure | 1 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#1 / 101 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 101 |
| Immanuel Campus of Care | IL AL CCRC MC NH SNF | Peoria | 228
Facility
228
AZ AVG
105
Rank
#6 / 104 | ? | No |
28
Facility
28
AZ AVG
39
Rank
#137 / 217 | - | - | A+ | Susan Mccarthy-Robinson | 51 | 69
Facility
69
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#99 / 101 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#48 / 101 |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other AZ independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 18 analyzed for Peoria. See how we rank facilities
Garden Ridge Senior Living provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Peoria, Arizona. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, hygiene, mobility, and other daily activities, while independent living is for residents who do not need daily care. Memory care provides close supervision in a more secure setting. Having all three care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time without requiring a move to another community.
Opened in 2006, Garden Ridge has 259 beds. Families are considering a larger community with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Semi private and private rooms are available, so a resident can share a room or have one to themselves, and housing comes in one bed and two bed options.
Care services include nursing, physician visits, wellness checks, medication supervision, and help with daily activities. Outdoor sitting areas give residents places to spend time outside, while the pet policy allows them to keep a pet. Holly Vandermate serves as the administrator.
The area has a Walk Score of 61, meaning it is somewhat walkable and some errands can be completed on foot. A resident who no longer drives may therefore be able to manage limited nearby errands independently.
The Montecito Senior Living in Peoria provides unique residential accommodations for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. As a community that celebrates an individual, they discover a purposeful life that is well lived, thanks to the full support of the staff who promote an independent lifestyle based on their terms. The Montecito home strives to empower its residents to feel more comfortable and secure to take on a new chapter that cultivates their desire to continue their passions and interests.
As a Cadence senior living community, expect a range of all-inclusive services that help residents relax and rejuvenate–independent living, assisted living apartments, memory care support, walking clubs, chef-prepared meals, fun and cultural entertainment, and stimulating activities. Meaningful relationships are built in the community because the staff genuinely provides excellent care that enriches the lives of seniors.
Owned and operated by SNH AZ Tenant LLC, The Forum at Desert Harbor is an assisted living and independent living community in the Desert Harbor neighborhood of Peoria, Arizona. The community is part of the Stellar Senior Living group. Morales serves as administrator, and Patricia Christman is the executive director. Abrazo Arrowhead Campus is nearby, giving residents and families convenient access to hospital care.
The 50-bed community is moderately sized and has served the Peoria area for 37 years. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 21. It’s a car-dependent area where most errands and outings require a vehicle.
Residents have access to a dining room, shared gathering areas, walking paths, kitchens, and apartments with walk-in closets. Rehabilitation services, scheduled meals, transportation, activities, and cultural events are also available. Residents can stay active while receiving everyday support.
State inspections by the Arizona Department of Health Services have mainly focused on documentation, staff training, medication storage, and the storage of hazardous materials. Families touring The Forum at Desert Harbor should ask how these areas are managed as part of the community’s daily operations.
Sierra Winds is one of Peoria’s most trusted independent living communities with nursing home facilities. With an emphasis on its skilled nursing facility and short-term rehabilitation services, the professional care staff is dedicated to delivering excellent and comprehensive accommodations for seniors in a nurturing environment. The nursing home maintains a high-quality standard of service provided with compassion for a more personal approach to residential care. Sierra Winds ensures that your needs are met and that your recovery is their priority.
The upscale continuing care retirement community provides a list of services that include 24-hour nursing care, stimulating activities, engaging social activities and programs, therapy services (speech, occupational, physical), post-acute stays, and medication management.
MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Peoria, AZ. Independent living means a resident has a private home with community services but no daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, and medication while preserving a private living space. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, along with a secure courtyard reserved for memory care.
The community has 124 beds and opened in 2023. Residents can choose studios, one bedroom residences, or two bedroom residences. A studio offers one private space, while a two bedroom layout can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. Respite care provides short stays when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.
Monthly prices start at $4,925, giving families a starting point for budgeting, although that figure is not tied to a specific care level. Medicare is accepted, and Kelci D Franks serves as the administrator. Residents can use the swimming pool, salon, spa, and community transportation, while wellness programming includes music, dance, art, aromatherapy, and animals. Courtyards add outdoor space, including the secured memory care area, and rehabilitation services are available on site. The area is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride; the confirmed transportation service may help residents who do not drive. With independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in one community, MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge may suit a resident whose needs could change over time or a family seeking a short term caregiving option.
Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Peoria, AZ, The Gardens at Immanuel is a welcoming community that offers independent living. The community features beautifully designed and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents enjoy maintenance-free living with the community handling the chores and maintenance.
With plenty of recreational sites nearby, residents can spend their days as they please. Delightful restaurants also provide residents with delightful and healthy dining options, catering to their nutritional needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.
A retirement home driven by results and ambition, Freedom Plaza in Arizona aims to transform the lives of seniors in assisted living, memory care, and nursing home care. With an emphasis on skilled nursing and rehabilitative services, professional caregivers and nurses are committed to ensuring a sense of home and belonging where everyone is welcome and included. As its name suggests, Freedom Plaza strives to ensure that residents maintain independence for a ‘retirement of a lifetime.
The senior living home ensures a place for seniors to thrive with full support, flexibility, and comfort in a home-like setting. They provide comprehensive and exclusive programs, such as wellness checks, personalized care plans, and housing accommodations (transportation, maintenance, ADLs). Nursing home activities include rehabilitative therapies (physical, occupational, speech), wound care, IV therapy, injections, and hospice care.
Lake Pleasant Assisted Living in Peoria, AZ, offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Independent living provides private living with community services rather than daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.
The community has 10 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private rooms give each resident a single private living space, and the available care levels can support someone whose needs change over time without requiring a move to a different community. Residents can spend time in the spacious backyard with plants and a putting green, relax in the indoor courtyard beside its fountain, or visit the beauty salon. Vanessa Budure serves as the administrator.
A community with unparalleled care for memory care, assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitative care, Immanuel Campus of Care is delivered with integrity and respect for its seniors. The resident-focused community focuses on conducting results-driven programs with cutting-edge technologies that specifically cater to the varying needs of the residents. For over 25 years, the retirement home has been committed to providing seniors with a safe and comfortable environment for a transformative experience.
Immanuel’s nursing home care services include pain management, diabetes management, restorative nursing, wound care, and a team of 24/7 nurses. Assisted living and memory care services include ADLS, medication management, stimulating activities, and enriching programs.
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials. Rank badges compare each community against other independent living communities in the same state — never against a different care type.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
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- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
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- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
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- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
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- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Peoria, AZ
What is the average cost of independent living in Peoria, AZ?
The average monthly cost of independent living in Peoria, AZ is approximately $3,025. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for independent living in Peoria, AZ?
Independent living in Peoria, AZ typically ranges from $1,864 - $4,125 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 18 independent living communities in Peoria, AZ. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Peoria, AZ?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Peoria, AZ, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Peoria, AZ?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.



















