LifeStream at Sun City
Independent Living · Sun City, AZ

LifeStream at Sun City

Independent Living · Sun City, AZ

Overview of LifeStream at Sun City

Spend your golden years at LifeStream at Sun City, a distinguished 55+ community in Peoria, AZ, offering independent living. The community features purposely built and cozy studio to two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents do not have to worry about chores and maintenance with the community’s help.

Encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections, a carefully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and stimulating programs is conducted. Restaurant-style dining with delicious and healthy dining options is available to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its comprehensive services and beautifully manicured amenities, residents enjoy a blissful retirement.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #80 / 215Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 80th out of 215 independent living communities we track in Arizona for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Arizona facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Independent Living
$1,745/Month

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusNonprofit

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Onsite Rehabilitation

Additional Services

1 service
Beauty Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Minimum Age55 Years Old

Amenities & Lifestyle

Beauty Salon
Library
Computers
Bbq Area
Garden Homes with Carports
Private Dining Room
Activities
Cultural Outings

Faith & Spiritual Life

Spiritual Care (Onsite Chaplain)
Chapel
Religious Affiliationfaith-based (Christian/non-denominational)

Room Accommodations

Building TypeSingle-story
Studio 325–330 sq ft
1 Bedroom Floor plans as listed by the community: One Bedroom (451 sq ft) · One Bedroom Deluxe (650 sq ft) Floor plans: Deluxe 451–650 sq ft
Cottage / Villa Floor plans: Garden Home 1,200 sq ft

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for LifeStream at Sun City

One Bedroom Deluxe
One Bedroom
Studio Suite - Floor Plan A
Studio Suite - Floor Plan B
Garden Home - Two Bedroom / 1.5 Bathroom

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Address 0.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Sun City's city center to LifeStream at Sun City's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Independent Living around Peoria

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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Garden Ridge Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Peoria
259
Facility 259
AZ AVG 106
Rank #2 / 108
Yes
61
Facility 61
AZ AVG 39
Rank #45 / 215
1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 16
Rank #80 / 114
-Holly Vandermate11
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 11
Rank #58 / 108
0.7
Facility 0.7
AZ AVG 2.2
Rank #34 / 106
The Montecito Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Peoria
141
Facility 141
AZ AVG 106
Rank #30 / 108
Yes
40
Facility 40
AZ AVG 39
Rank #100 / 215
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 16
Rank #89 / 114
A+Heath D Van Gysel10
15
Facility 15
AZ AVG 11
Rank #76 / 108
1.5
Facility 1.5
AZ AVG 2.2
Rank #60 / 106
Desert Winds Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
Peoria (Desert Winds Mod)
88
Facility 88
AZ AVG 106
Rank #69 / 108
Yes
51
Facility 51
AZ AVG 39
Rank #67 / 215
-
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG 16
Rank #24 / 114
-Nora Dartoe9
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 11
Rank #1 / 108
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 2.2
Rank #1 / 106
The Forum at Desert Harbor
IL
AL
Peoria (Desert Harbor)
50
Facility 50
AZ AVG 106
Rank #84 / 108
Yes
21
Facility 21
AZ AVG 39
Rank #163 / 215
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
37
Facility 37
AZ AVG 16
Rank #13 / 114
-Auxiliadora C Morales4
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 11
Rank #44 / 108
1.5
Facility 1.5
AZ AVG 2.2
Rank #60 / 106
LifeStream at Sun City
IL
Sun City-Yes
47
Facility 47
AZ AVG 39
Rank #80 / 215
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed------

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 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Arizona

LifeStream at Sun City is located in Sun City, Arizona.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Arizona.

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Arizona Long Term Care System

ALTCS

Age 65+ or disabled
General Arizona resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
AZ

Covers tribal members; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Nursing home care Medical services Transportation (10 trips/month)

Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+
General Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $10,000 individual
AZ

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day)

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AZ WAP

Age 60+ priority
General Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual
Asset Limits Not applicable; income-focused.
AZ

High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.

Benefits
Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AZ Section 202

Age 62+
General Arizona resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,645/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned
AZ

Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.

Benefits
Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Arizona CARES Program

AZ CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of Arizona residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
AZ

Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+ or disabled
General Arizona resident, need assistance with daily activities, not eligible for Medicaid/ALTCS.
Income Limits Above Medicaid threshold but low-income ~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies by region
Asset Limits Not specified; income-driven eligibility.
AZ

Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Personal care (limited hours) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Frequently Asked Questions about LifeStream at Sun City

Is LifeStream at Sun City in a walkable area?

LifeStream at Sun City has a walk score of 47. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Does LifeStream at Sun City have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at LifeStream at Sun City on this page.

Are pets allowed at LifeStream at Sun City?

Yes, LifeStream at Sun City allows residents to bring their pets.

Does LifeStream at Sun City operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

LifeStream at Sun City is registered as a non-profit.

How much does LifeStream at Sun City cost per month?

Pricing at LifeStream at Sun City starts at $1,745 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

Are there photos of LifeStream at Sun City?

Yes — there are 20 photos of LifeStream at Sun City in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does LifeStream at Sun City provide?

LifeStream at Sun City offers Independent Living.

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