Desert Cove Nursing Center in Youngtown, AZ

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Desert Cove Nursing Center in Youngtown, AZ

Desert Cove Nursing Center is an assisted living community in Youngtown, AZ.

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1750 West Frye Road, Youngtown, AZ 85224

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.9 from 149 reviews
5 stars
99
4 stars
8
3 stars
3
2 stars
2
1 stars
37

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Desert Cove Nursing Center Costs & Pricing

Desert Cove Nursing Center offers competitive pricing for its services, with semi-private rooms costing $3,960 per month, and private rooms priced at $4,710. In comparison, the average cost in Maricopa County for a semi-private room is significantly lower at $2,801, while private accommodations average about $3,318. When looking at state averages across Arizona, semi-private rooms stand at approximately $2,820 and private rooms at $3,345. These figures suggest that Desert Cove's rates are somewhat above both county and statewide averages, reflecting perhaps a commitment to higher-quality care or enhanced amenities that cater to the needs of their residents.

Floor plansDesert Cove Nursing CenterMaricopa CountyArizona
Semi-Private$3,960$2,801$2,820
Private$4,710$3,318$3,345

Overall Review of Desert Cove Nursing Center

common 2 reviews mention this

Food quality gets mixed mentions

Food quality is discussed often, with clear differences in opinion.

Several reviews praise the food, describing it as good or better than hospital meals. Other residents describe dissatisfaction, including complaints about meals not matching dietary needs and food being served cold or as leftovers.

common 2 reviews mention this

Activities led by Amanda

Residents and visitors point to active programming and an activities coordinator.

Multiple reviews highlight ongoing activities and engagement through the activities department. Some specifically mention Amanda by name for bringing residents to activities and keeping people involved.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Residents cite cleanliness issues

Some families report sanitation and cleanliness problems they felt were serious.

A couple of reviews describe an unsanitary environment, including reports of roaches. These reviews connect the cleanliness concerns to a broader worry about how residents are cared for day to day.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Call light delays and neglected care

Some residents describe long waits for help and basic care.

At least two reviews report delayed responses when call lights are used, with residents left waiting for assistance. Those same reviews also describe problems with medication timing and personal care during their stay.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 120 resident community capacity 120 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private Private
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International (12 miles away) Phoenix Sky Harbor International (12 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Hospice care Hospice care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

The area in Youngtown, Arizona, is a convenient and bustling community with easy access to various amenities. Nearby, you will find reputable physicians and healthcare facilities such as Gateway Pediatrics, Valley ENT, and Chandler Regional Medical Center. There are also numerous cafes like Starbucks and local favorites like Peixoto Coffee Roasters for a relaxing cup of coffee. For dining options, you can enjoy fast food chains like Jack In The Box or upscale restaurants like The Sicilian Butcher. Additionally, there are places of worship and theaters within a short driving distance for spiritual fulfillment and entertainment. If you enjoy outdoor activities, Desert Breeze Park and Bark Park are just a few miles away. Overall, this area offers a balanced lifestyle with access to essential services and recreational opportunities for seniors looking to settle down in Youngtown.

Physicians

  • Gateway Pediatrics (0.2 miles)
  • Valley ENT (0.3 miles)
  • Sonora Quest Laboratories (0.3 miles)
  • Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers (0.4 miles)
  • Arizona Allergy Associates (0.4 miles)
  • Southeast Valley Gastroenterology Consultants, PC (0.5 miles)
  • East Valley Family Physicians (0.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Chandler Regional Medical Center (0.2 miles)
  • Banner Health Ocotillo (1.3 miles)
  • Phoenix ER & Medical Hospital (2.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.3 miles)
  • Peixoto Coffee Roasters (1.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.6 miles)
  • Black Rock Coffee Bar (3.7 miles)
  • Black Rock Coffee Bar (5.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Jack In The Box (0.5 miles)
  • Hungry Monk (0.5 miles)
  • Wendy's (0.8 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (1.2 miles)
  • Si Senor (1.2 miles)
  • The Sicilian Butcher (1.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Cornerstone Christian Fellowship (1.5 miles)
  • Compass Christian Church (1.6 miles)
  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (3 miles)
  • First United Methodist Church of Gilbert (4.9 miles)

Theaters

  • Chandler Fashion 20 (1.5 miles)
  • Majestic Neighborhood Cinema Grill (4.9 miles)
  • Chandler Crossroads 12 (4.9 miles)

Parks

  • Desert Breeze Park (2.9 miles)
  • Bark Park (4 miles)

Transportation

  • Chandler Municipal Airport (CHD) (3.9 miles)

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