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Desert Winds Assisted Living

20545 North Lake Pleasant Road, Peoria, AZ 85382

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,996
One Bedroom
Estimated $3,773

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,462
  • Average State Price: $3,342
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Desert Winds Assisted Living Description

    Desert Winds Assisted Living is a large 88 bed community that offers independent living, assisted living and memory care and is about 3.6 miles outside the town of Sun City West, Arizona. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and one-bedroom room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.6 out of 10 making it the 43rd highest rated community in the city out of 55 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    7.5
    Desert Winds Assisted Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 53 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 43 out of 56 communities in Peoria
  • Ranking in State: 702 out of 926 communities in AZ
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    The reviews for Desert Winds Assisted Living show a mix of experiences. Some reviewers express concerns about the level of care and attention to residents' needs, mentioning instances of unopened mail and rapid decisions to move residents to different care levels without adequate adjustment time. There are also complaints about customer service, management, and cleanliness, with one reviewer suggesting the need for an investigation into the facility's practices.

    On the other hand, many reviews highlight positive aspects of living at Desert Winds. These include commendations for the friendly and accommodating staff, the clean and appetizing environment, and the personal attention and care given to residents. Specific staff members are praised for their dedication and kindness, contributing to a welcoming and community-oriented atmosphere. The facility is described as a blessing by some families, who appreciate the care and opportunities provided to their loved ones.

    While some reviewers have had negative experiences, others have found Desert Winds to be a supportive and caring environment for their family members. The contrasting reviews suggest that experiences can vary significantly, and potential residents and their families may benefit from visiting and assessing the facility themselves.


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    Health

    Bathing Assistance

    Dressing & Grooming

    Oral Care Services

    Ongoing Orientation And Guidance

    Personal Care


    Services

    24 Hour Staffing

    Daily Tidying of Your Apartment

    Weekly Deep Cleaning of Your Apartment

    Weekly Personal Laundry

    Laundering of Bed & Bath Linens

    Maintenance of Your Apartment, Grounds & Common Areas


    Activities

    A Rich Program of Activities

    A Full Program of Activities

    A Variety of Activities

    Card Rooms

    Craft Rooms

    Billiard Room


    Community Amenities

    Pool & Jacuzzi

    Exercise & Fitness Room

    Beauty/Barber Shop

    Computer Room

    Guest Suites

    Common Areas


    Room Amenities

    All Utilities Including Cable TV

    Microwave

    Refrigerator

    Basic Cable


    Dining

    Three Meals Per Day

    Snacks

    Restaurant Style Dining

    Chef Prepared Meals

    Dining Room


    Transportation

    Scheduled Transportation to Appointments

    Scheduled Transportation


    Pet

    Small Pets Welcome



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Sun City West which is 3.6 miles away and has a population of 24,535 (small town).
    • The average income is $70,933, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 96
      • Low Temperature: 57
      • Average Temperature: 77.2
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 64 days of rain and 300 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.7 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 36.9 years old, high compared to other cities.
    • 7.6% of the population are Veterans which is a very high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 8.33% of the population are Foreign-born which is a low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 3% Asian, 4% Black or African-American, 19% Hispanic or Latino, and 71% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 4.04 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.82 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 2.09 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.59 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.59 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 60.0, Moderate Days 168.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 56.0, Unhealthy Days 13.0, Very Unhealthy Days 6.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Bashas'
    0.1 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    0.6 miles away
    Fry's Food and Drug
    1.9 miles away
    Safeway
    2.3 miles away
    ALDI
    2.6 miles away

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    Bus Stations

    West Beardsley Road and North 83rd Avenue
    2.4 miles away
    West Village Parkway and North 83rd Avenue
    2.5 miles away
    16852
    3.1 miles away
    16761
    3.2 miles away
    16853
    3.2 miles away

    Banks

    Chase
    2.2 miles away
    Bank of America
    2.2 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    2.3 miles away
    U.S. Bank
    2.3 miles away
    Nation's First Financial
    2.6 miles away

    Hospitals

    Passport Health Glendale Travel Clinic
    3.3 miles away
    Cigna Medical Group
    4.5 miles away
    Abrazo Arrowhead Campus
    4.5 miles away
    Banner Boswell Medical Center
    4.5 miles away
    Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center
    5.3 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.2 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.4 miles away
    Safeway Pharmacy
    4.2 miles away
    Fry's Pharmacy
    4.3 miles away
    Bashas' Pharmacy
    4.8 miles away

    Dentists

    Union Hills Family Dentistry
    2.9 miles away
    Western Dental
    4.7 miles away
    Southwest Dental Group
    4.7 miles away
    The Village Dental Center
    4.7 miles away
    Sunridge Dental Clinic
    4.8 miles away

    Parks

    Sunrise Mountain Park
    0.6 miles away
    Parkridge park
    0.6 miles away
    Peoria
    0.9 miles away
    Alta Vista Park
    1.2 miles away
    Ironwood HOA Park
    1.3 miles away

    Places of Worship

    First Methodist Episcopal Church of Glendale
    10.5 miles away
    Roosevelt community church
    18.8 miles away

    Shopping

    Arrowhead Towne Center
    3.5 miles away
    Metrocenter Mall
    11.2 miles away
    Desert Sky Mall
    13.5 miles away
    Christown Spectrum Mall
    14.7 miles away
    Desert Ridge Marketplace
    17.4 miles away

    Culture

    Arizona Broadway Theatre
    4.0 miles away
    Sun Bowl Amphitheatre
    6.4 miles away
    E. Lowell Rogers Amphitheater
    10.5 miles away
    Performing Arts Center
    13.5 miles away
    Ak-Chin Pavilion
    13.9 miles away

    Restaurants

    Pizza Hut
    0.6 miles away
    Cousin Vinny Pizza and Pasta
    2.3 miles away
    Sardella's Pizza and Wings
    2.4 miles away
    Desi Fusion Indian Restaurant
    2.6 miles away
    Fuzzy's Chicago Style Pizza
    2.6 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of AZ. It is a large-sized community with 88 total beds.

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