Arizona is one of the most popular states in the United States for seniors looking to retire. After all, Arizona has the warm climate, affordable cost of living, and access to high-quality healthcare that many seniors are looking for. So, it makes sense that Arizona is also home to a wide variety of senior living communities! If you’re looking for the best senior living communities in Arizona, Stellar Senior Living communities are sure to be on the list. Whether you’re looking for an independent living 55+ retirement community, assisted living, or memory care for Alzheimer’s or dementia, Stellar Living communities are here to help.
Arizona: A Great Place to Retire
Senior living in Arizona has a lot to offer. Senior living communities actually began in Arizona! The first active adult communities in America were built in Arizona in the 1950s. Since then, Arizona has been a popular choice for retirees for a variety of reasons.
A warm climate is the one of the main reasons many seniors are moving to Arizona. Cold weather can worsen many medical conditions, including heart disease, respiratory conditions, arthritis, and some mental health disorders. Even if you’re a healthy retiree, snow and ice can increase your risk of falls and injuries. And really, who wants to spend their retirement shoveling snow and dealing with driving in winter weather? It’s no wonder warm weather is a serious draw. Additionally, while parts of Arizona do experience routine 100+ degree temperatures in the summertime, it’s a “dry heat.” Very low humidity makes even extreme heat more tolerable and less suffocating.
Arizona is also popular for its lower cost of living and tax advantages. Social security income isn’t subject to state income tax, allowing you to take home more of your retirement income. There’s also no estate tax or inheritance tax, and property taxes in many areas are well below the national average. Tucson is actually considered one of Arizona’s most affordable cities. Since the cost of living and taxes are both lower, your money will go further, allowing you to have a more comfortable retirement.
Healthcare is another bonus for Arizona residents. Many of its hospitals and physicians are nationally recognized, especially as providers of senior care. In fact, Arizona was recently ranked #3 in the nation for Healthcare Quality, according to US News. And, more than 22% of the population of Arizona is over the age of 65, so it’ll be easy to find friends!
What to Look for in an Arizona Senior Living Community
While we’ve established that Arizona is a great place to retire, it’s still important to find the best senior living community for you personally. Here’s what you may want to consider when looking for senior living in Arizona.
What level of care do you need, or do you expect to need in the future?
Independent living communities or 55+ communities in Arizona are a great choice if you are looking for the senior living lifestyle, but don’t need any assistance right now. However, most seniors will need assisted living or memory care at some point in their lives. So, it may be wise to consider a senior living community that provides assisted living and/or memory care, as well as independent living. This would allow you to age to place, and save you relocation costs.
What area of Arizona appeals to you most?
Popular areas in Arizona for seniors include Sun City (a unique city composed almost entirely of seniors), Scottsdale, Tucson, and Sedona. Sun City is near Phoenix, and has a hot, sunny climate and relaxed lifestyle. Scottsdale is just east of Phoenix, and it’s known for its art scene, Sonoran desert beauty, spas, and golf courses. In Southern Arizona, Tucson is known for culture and dining, as well as desert landscapes. Sedona is in Northern Arizona, with colder winters and four distinct seasons, as well as red-rock desert beauty, and tons of art galleries and restaurants.
What types of activities and amenities does the community include?
Choose a community with lots of daily activities. This will give you plenty of options for things to do and chances to build friendships. Resort-style amenities will ensure you get the luxury senior living lifestyle you’ve worked so hard for.
What is food at the community like?
Many senior living communities struggle to provide good food options, while others excel with five-star dining and in-house chefs. Take a tour of the community, and eat a meal there to get a feel for their dining program.
Are staff at the community helpful and friendly?
These are people you’ll be seeing every day, so make sure the staff are people you want to be around!
Stellar Senior Living Communities: The Best Senior Living Communities in Arizona
We think Stellar Senior Living Communities are by far the best senior living communities in Arizona. Our communities provide resort-style amenities, fun, engaging activities every single day, beautiful decor, and restaurant-style dining. We also have a wide range of care levels, so there’s sure to be something that meets your needs. Stellar Living Communities in Arizona include:
- La Sonora at Dove Mountain. La Sonora is located in Dove Mountain, a beautiful neighborhood just outside of Tucson, and offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Marana, Arizona.
- Broadway Proper is a lively 55+ community with independent living and assisted living in Tucson, Arizona.
- Thunderbird Senior Assisted Living & Memory Care provides respectful independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Glendale, Arizona, just northwest of Phoenix.
- The Springs of Scottsdale Independent & Senior Assisted Living is a luxury apartment-style community in Scottsdale, Arizona, also right outside of Phoenix.
- The Palms at Sun City offers bright and spacious resort-style independent and assisted living in Sun City, Arizona.
- For sunny, modern independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Gilbert, Arizona, check out The Oaks Assisted & Senior Living, also near Phoenix.
- The Groves Assisted and Senior Living has stunning, vibrant independent living, assisted living and memory care in the southwest Phoenix area.
Retire at a Stellar Senior Living Community in Arizona!
As you can see, there are tons of reasons to retire in Arizona, and even more reasons to choose a Stellar Living retirement community in Arizona! Find a senior living community near you and get in touch with one of our friendly Family Advisors today to see if Stellar is the right fit.
