Sierra Winds in Peoria, AZ

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  • Interior

    A cozy bedroom with a bed, decorative pillows, nightstands, and lamps.

  • Outdoors

    A courtyard with a central fountain surrounded by landscaped greenery and buildings.

  • Decor

    A modern dining and living area featuring a glass dining table set elegantly with dishware, surrounded by cozy seating and contemporary furnishings.

  • Living Room

    A modern living room with a comfortable sofa, armchair, and decorative mirrors on the wall.

  • Landscaping

    A scenic view of a building entrance lined with tall palm trees and lush greenery under a cloudy sky.

  • Kitchen

    A modern kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances.

Sierra Winds in Peoria, AZ

Sierra Winds is an assisted living community in Peoria, AZ.

Information last verified:

17300 North 88th Avenue, Peoria, AZ 85382

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

4.2 from 72 reviews
5 stars
51
4 stars
7
3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
13

Overall Review of Sierra Winds

differentiator 6 reviews mention this

Continuum of care is built in

Care needs can shift without leaving the building.

Multiple residents and family members describe a single campus where independent living transitions into higher levels of care within the same setting. Several reviews specifically mention the convenience of having rehab or a skilled care option accessible without going outside. That also shows up in how families describe support during moves between areas within the health center. The community’s care services list also reflects a range that includes assisted living support, medication management, and nursing-related services that align with on-site care progression.

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Dining earns strong praise

Food quality is repeatedly praised across dining venues.

Food comes up often, with residents and visitors describing the meals as “incredible,” “very good,” and surprisingly strong for a senior setting. Reviews reference variety between a main dining room and a more casual bistro, plus the idea of having multiple ways to eat on-site. A few comments also link dining to overall day-to-day satisfaction, alongside cleanliness and activities. The community offers restaurant-style dining, with special dietary restrictions and diabetes-related diet support noted as part of dining services.

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Activities keep days full

Residents describe a busy calendar of activities.

Several reviews highlight that there are plenty of activities and that residents are rarely without something to do. People mention in-house programming as well as outings like ball games and theaters, and some describe day trips suggested by residents. A few also tie activities to social life, describing it as a way to make friends and stay engaged. The community’s activity and concierge offerings align with those descriptions, including scheduled daily activities and planned day trips.

common 8 reviews mention this

Clean, organized spaces stand out

Residents consistently describe the facility as clean and well kept.

Cleanliness and organization are recurring positives, with multiple reviews calling out a tidy, well-maintained building and a professional look. Some residents and visitors also describe the cleanliness as part of what makes the place feel welcoming, not just functional. A few comments go further, describing responsiveness to maintenance or improvements happening during their time there. The community lists housekeeping services and outdoor space as ongoing features, which matches the emphasis residents put on upkeep and a maintained environment.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Some care-response concerns

Some families report problems with responsiveness and follow-through.

While many reviews are positive, a smaller set raises serious concerns about reliability and communication. Reported issues include difficulty reaching staff or management, delays with care needs, and concerns about basic assistance not being completed. There are also mentions of medication timing and follow-up after a health event. These negatives contrast with the community’s stated focus on nursing support and care services like medication management and assistance with daily activities, but they still show up as recurring concerns in reviews.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 70 resident community capacity 70 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

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 bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • 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 (20 miles away) Phoenix Sky Harbor International (20 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 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
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

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

Pharmacies

  • Albertsons Pharmacy (0.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Whataburger (0.3 miles)
  • Cracker Barrel (0.5 miles)
  • Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant (0.8 miles)
  • Bubba's 33 (0.9 miles)
  • The Social on 83rd (0.9 miles)
  • The Cheesecake Factory (0.9 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (0.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Aspire Pedi. Therapy (0.5 miles)
  • Sonoran Vein and Endovascular (0.9 miles)
  • Associated Retina Consultants (1.3 miles)
  • Pleasant Pediatrics (2.2 miles)
  • North Valley Dermatology & Original Skin (2.2 miles)
  • Arrowhead Endoscopy & Pain Management Center (2.8 miles)
  • Arrowhead Hospital - Bryan Ficarra, DO (2.8 miles)

Theaters

  • Arrowhead Fountains 18 (1 miles)
  • AMC Arrowhead 14 (1.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (2.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.7 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (3.8 miles)
  • Black Rock Coffee Bar (4.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • The Church At Arrowhead (1.3 miles)
  • St Thomas More Parish (3.5 miles)
  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (4.3 miles)
  • CCV Childrens Building (5.2 miles)
  • Christ's Church of the Valley (5.2 miles)

Parks

  • Rio Vista Community Park (2.2 miles)
  • Fletcher Heights Park (2.6 miles)
  • Foothills Park (3.9 miles)
  • Thunderbird Park (5 miles)
  • Pioneer Community Park Off-Leash Dog Park (5.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • HonorHealth Health Center (5.3 miles)

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