Until my mom's passing one week ago, she had lived at AZ Life Assisted Living for 4 years. The high…read morequality of care, exceptional food, and spotless residence was everything I had initially hoped for. Throughout the years I was never disappointed. Every day owners Efie and Igor (and their staff) made it clear that each patient was cared for to the fullest. Should you choose AZ Life, you will not be disappointed. They changed my life by the high quality of care they provided for my mom.

We placed our mom with the caring team at AZ Life Assisted Living last fall. ('24) Mom was almost…read more90 and had fallen and broken bones in her back. The tender loving care began the moment we met Ludmila and her caregivers. The facility is a darling bright and cheery home that is kept meticulously clean. Moms room was private and was great for all her many visitors. We knew it was not going to be too long as mom was failing quickly and the team kept us abreast of any and all changes ... good or bad. The days are filled with activities and all the residents seemed happy. Special food requests were given and they have a tiny dog that would visit the residents a couple times a week. That was a highlight for sure. AZ Life is an Arizona Long Term Care certified facility. We literally visited dozens and nothing compared to Ludmilla's beautiful home. When mom passed there were genuine tears from all the staff. Very kind, gentle people that truly love their residents. XXO The Peck Family

New management personnel are never available in person or by phone. Director can be found out front…read morevaping most of the time as we have found her. Photos of how cleaning is handled! Reported several times and gave them photos. Corporate doesn't return a call so no one to handle issues. Front desk is always helpful but has no authority with solving problems. Plenty of problems.Glad we got mom out of there. Great decision!

Memory CARE wing appears to have been added at this facility. The property lobby and dining room…read morefor Independent Living is appealing and the residents appear to be happy living there independently. The Memory Care unit is operating under different circumstances. All the staff is not trained for mental health behaviors as they claim to be. My mother has a mental illness and she has the onset of dementia with Alzheimer's approaching. She cannot care for herself physically and is mentally challenged due to several mental health diagnoses. Because she was deemed difficult to get along with they have given her a termination notice. This appears to be a pattern as another reviewer complained of this same thing. My mom's fears from her PTSD were not addressed properly and I asked that they accommodate her needs. She was frightened of some caregivers and at times used inappropriate language to express her needs. She has tried to call me several times but they take the phone out of her hand and hang up and tell her she can't use the phone. They moved the handset of the phone off the receiver so it could not be reached to make a call. (See picture) I was told before I signed on the dotted line that my mother would be able to communicate to me using their phone and vice versa because my mother did not have a cell phone. Now they are telling me no, she should have her own phone while in Memory Care. When I called in to speak to my mom last month when I was out of town attending a funeral service, the operator would not put the call through. I pleaded with the Exec. Director Nora and Nursing Director Jessie. They would not put the call through. They would not even use their personal phone, or walk down to my mom's room for me to make sure my mom was okay. Then I asked if one of the caregivers could help. They did ask one of the caregivers to use their personal phone so I could talk to my mom. But subsequently no other calls went through for any family members who have tried to contact her. Ayesha and Michele, the med techs/caregivers for Memory Care get 5 stars for handling my mother's panic attacks and confusions. They are trained on behaviors and always remain pleasant and in control of any situation they are put in. Unfortunately, not all their staff is able to deal with mental health behaviors. In my opinion, all the staff should be trained properly regardless of what shift they are on, so all the residents can get equal treatment or their license should be taken away for Memory Care. I was told they could handle my mother's behaviors when she was evaluated and she was accepted as such. I was told she could communicate with me when she needed. Now, I am looking for another place for my mom. Think twice or you may be in the same situation and it isn't pleasant.

Montecito is a beautiful senior living facility! The staff is so wonderful and attentive to…read moreeveryone's needs. The front desk staff is really pleasant and so ready to assist when you walk through those doors whenever I have come to visit. I love the type of care the Seniors receive. They also have an amazing Bible study on Tuesdays which is good for their souls. I can't say enough good things about them. They always greet me with a big smile and conversation that it's obvious they truly care about people. There are so many good people from Housekeeping, Restaurant and Maintenance employees that I would love to recognize each and everyone of them for taking such good care of all The seniors that live here. I know I didn't mention everyone by name but want all of you to know how much I appreciate you and all that you do for the families every day. Thank you very much, from the bottom of my heart.

We moved into a Villa for Independent Living in early August. We researched 9 local senior living…read morefacilities and The Montecito far surpassed the others. With its wandering sidewalks, lots of trees, a putting green, a doggie park, garages and meals that are out of this world...how can anyone complain? The staff is amazing - friendly and willing to help however they can. Housekeeping is wonderful too!! I am so very thankful to Carol, Heath, Edward and Oscar for handling all our needs related to moving in and making us feel as if we ARE AT HOME!! Much appreciated!

We absolutely love Palos Verdes, the staff is incredible. They care for the residents as if they…read morewere their own family. My mom's been there for 4 months now and I have seen how compassionate and caring the staff is, I highly recommend Palos Verdes. Once a month they have a family night and tonight they held a "prom" which was an absolute blast. I cannot say enough good things about Palos Verdes!!

Very good pricing excellent staff wonderful assistance. I'm very impressed with the help I've…read moreGotten from the executive director and the sales consultants.

This team is amazing, Caregivers are attentive to residents, food is great!! the home is beautiful!…read moreClean and very inviting! Definitely recommend for anyone looking to get their love ones taking care of. They have activities that fits everyones needs!!

My family was fortunate enough to have learned about Golden Age from a very trusted source who…read morepersonally used them. I hope this review serves the same for anyone faced with the very difficult decision of where your loved one should reside. My grandmother moved into the home in approximately January of 2007. I can speak for the family when I say we have been blessed and will be eternally grateful to Gabriela and her staff for the 8+ years of outstanding physical and exceptionally loving care of my sweet Grammy. Of course, all of the basic care was provided. Meals, personal care, medication monitoring and health care coordination. But it was the all the little things that added up as well. The birthday celebrations, holiday parties and the personal touch of dedicated consistent care givers that made such a difference for us. This group home provided our family great peace of mind. My Grammy was very happy there; she was safe and loved. I just cannot give a more glowing recommendation of Gabriela and her team. Thank you!!! Lynn Bryan

Steven was very attentive and professional on our tour of the Assisted Living side of this…read morefacility. He was so helpful answering all our questions. Love her apartment and Erica was so kind and fun during her Assessment. Can't wait for move-in and for my mom to begin her new life there!

Mom and Dad are so happy at The Forum at Desert Harbor. The people that live there as well as the…read morepeople that work there, are so friendly! I enjoy seeing the happy faces and the folks in the dining room are super.

My grandmother stays here. It is an incredible place with caring staff. Thank you all for taking…read moresuch good care of her

I credit the staff of The Heritage (independent living) and The Legacy (assisted living) with the…read morefact that my mom is still ALIVE. They care deeply about their residents. Willing to listen patiently to residents that are frustrated and struggling to get their thoughts out, they help to resolve concerns quickly (especially with technology). The food is good and plentiful, the cleaning staff keep both apartments and common areas looking good. They have both rehab and medical personnel that are either on property or visit regularly to handle those issues that come up and are concerning. Best of all the entertainment and things "to do" give it a cruise ship feel on a daily basis. I thank them for their service to residents who have entered their final chapter and have less worries day-to-day!

The manager is an OT, provides therapy to the residents as activity. She is easy to talk to and…read morestaff are all friendly and sensitive to residents needs.

This assisted living is family run and the caretakers live in the home. Lovely family business;…read moreeveryone is helpful and kind. The residents seem very happy and are treated like family. The home is peaceful and calming. Great open and bright home with tall ceilings. Feels like a home instead of an assisted living facility.

As a professional photographer, I work with a variety of senior living facilities and by far,…read moreHeritage Communities and all of their Orchard Pointe locations, including the one here at Terrazza are at the top of their class! There is so much JOY in the residents and the teams that work with them and there is a true sense of comradery, family and connection. As seniors age, mental and physical capacity may become diminished, but there is still so much spark in the residents I have worked with here and I truly believe it's because the teams working for the communities foster such a wonderful spirit of love and togetherness. They speak hopefully, lovingly and faithfully and it really reflects in the faces and eyes of those who live here. They are committed to loving the residents and you see it! I am not just saying this because I have worked with them for several years doing marketing photography, but because I truly do see a special difference in these communities. Heritage is truly top-notch and a place I've already started comfortably recommending to family friends, because I believe they have something truly special.

My dad lived at Orchard Pointe, Terrazza, for the last 10 months of his life within their memory…read morecare division. I would visit my dad twice a month, then once a week, and ultimately every day before he passed, and all of my visits were completely without notice, as even I didn't know exactly when I would be there next. With that said, each time I saw my dad, I found him to be very well cared for, dressed in clean clothes, hair combed, shaved, and in good spirits. The staff knew what his habits were, be it how he takes his coffee in the morning or a nightcap in the evening. His room, bedding and personal items were always clean and organized. I credit the staff entirely for his condition. The staff was always very caring and helpful to my dad and to me as well. Everyone knew who my dad was and how he was doing on any particular day or week. They were encouraging of him to play the piano as well as other activities, but they also gave him the space to do nothing if that is what he wanted. Without question, Orchard Pointe was a great place for my dad to have lived his end of life, and I would recommend them to anyone wholeheartedly.

I chose Orchard Pointe-Surprise for both my mother, and my mother-in-law. My mother resided at OP…read morefrom 2014 to 2018. I visited several 'facilities', but my last stop was OP, and it was perfect. The staff were friendly, professional, and welcoming, not just to me but to my mom! We were embraced with their warmth, kindness and knowledge. My mother was a nurse, and her assessment of her care was, "They are excellent". In December of 2022, my mother-in- law fell and fractured her wrist. From the hospital, she was sent to rehab. She had trouble doing PT because her toe nails were long and painful. They needed to be clipped. The rehab would not clip her nails. The week before Christmas, on a Friday, she/I was given a 5 day notice of discharge. I immediately called Orchard Pointe-Surprise, and within 3 days, my mother in law was moved in and settled! She was cared for, loved on and treated with respect. The last six days of her life, staff members from administration, to caregivers, to transportation, and maintenance, came to pay their final respects and show me love and support. No place is perfect, but Orchard Pointe- Surprise was perfect for my family members. ~Eileen

As a professional photographer, I work with a variety of senior living facilities and by far,…read moreHeritage Communities and all of their Orchard Pointe locations, including the one here at Surprise are at the top of their class! There is so much JOY in the residents and the teams that work with them and there is a true sense of comradery, family and connection. As seniors age, mental and physical capacity may become diminished, but there is still so much spark in the residents I have worked with here and I truly believe it's because the teams working for the communities foster such a wonderful spirit of love and togetherness. They speak hopefully, lovingly and faithfully and it really reflects in the faces and eyes of those who live here. They are committed to loving the residents and you see it! I am not just saying this because I have worked with them for several years doing marketing photography, but because I truly do see a special difference in these communities. Heritage is truly top-notch and a place I've already started comfortably recommending to family friends, because I believe they have something truly special.