What is the Difference between Assisted Living & Independent Living?

Have you been thinking it’s time for a change in your living arrangements and would love a more manageable, relaxed lifestyle? If you have started looking into senior living options in the greater Phoenix area your next question may be “what is the difference between assisted living and independent living, and which one is best suited to my needs?” 

MorningStar at Golden Ridge is located in the charming community of Peoria, which was ranked as the best place to live in Arizona by Money Magazine. PEORIA, Ariz. (KSAZ) in 2018. Points were given for: quality of life, low crime rate, booming job growth and cost of living; and means Peoria is a great place for retirees and our senior living community a great place to call home. 

To meet the needs of our residents, we offer a variety of living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care. In addition Concierge Living lets you add in a whole range of auxiliary services such as dog walking and mobile dog grooming, private dining room options, extra housekeeping, and more. 

So what separates assisted living from independent living? Well, independent living is for active seniors who love the sound of leaving behind the never-ending upkeep of home ownership and would like a more carefree retirement. It is also ideal for those who love the sound of predictable budgeting, community living and built-in companionship. 

Assisted living is designed for seniors who need a little help with everyday activities in order to improve their quality of life and maintain their independence. Each resident in assisted living is assessed for the level of care they need and provided with an individualized care plan. Also if you moved into one of our independent living Casitas and found yourself in a position that you needed more care, your request for assisted living would be prioritized. 

On our gorgeous campus, we have 38 Casitas (quadruplexes with attached garages) for independent living; and a main building offering another 65 suites for assisted living with one and two-bedroom floor plans. Our Reflections’ wing provides 35 secure suites devoted to the individualized care of those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. We are confident in our Covid-19 protocols for keeping all those beneath our roof safe and invite you to visit our website for availability and pricing. 

MorningStar at Golden Ridge’s distinct mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior living options. Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing our seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve. Offering exceptional architecture and resort-style amenities, please visit our website to learn more about trusted independent living & assisted living in Peoria, AZ.