Overall Review of Desert Garden Assisted Living II
common35 reviews mention this
Staff kindness and follow-through
Residents and families consistently describe staff who are kind, attentive, and responsive to daily needs.
Across the reviews, families describe staff members as warm, compassionate, and genuinely focused on residents. Several people mention hands-on help during move-in and ongoing check-ins, with communication that helps families feel at ease. There are also a few negative experiences where getting in touch with staff felt difficult, but even those reviewers still describe some kindness from specific individuals.
common5 reviews mention this
Clean spaces and outdoor time
Many reviews highlight a clean, well-kept environment and usable outdoor space.
Multiple reviews mention the community looking bright and clean, along with a generally well-kept facility. Residents and visitors also point to outdoor areas—one reviewer specifically calls out patio space and desert scenery. One memory-care reviewer notes a limitation in outdoor access due to a gate, which affected how much someone with increasing memory issues could enjoy it.
common6 reviews mention this
Activities keep residents engaged
Reviews repeatedly mention activities that help residents stay involved.
Several families describe a routine of daily activities and social events like cards and bingo, and they say this helped residents have something to look forward to. Others echo that residents are encouraged to get involved and participate. A couple of reviewers were less satisfied, saying residents seemed bored or that meals and enjoyment didn’t match what they hoped for.
differentiator3 reviews mention this
24-hour help and medication oversight
Families describe around-the-clock help and medication-related oversight as part of care.
One reviewer says they were comforted by having 24-hour help for their loved one, and another describes how nurse and medication technicians advocated and checked in with concerns. Reviews also mention communication from the care team to keep families informed about health updates. This aligns with the community’s stated focus on medication management and support with daily living.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Memory care needs training improvements
At least two reviews express serious concerns about memory-care training and fit.
One memory-care reviewer describes worsening behaviors and says staff were not well trained for behavioral issues, along with concerns about personal hygiene and the overall environment. Another reviewer also says the assisted-living side that transitions to memory care was not accommodating for someone with worsening memory issues and that staff training and outdoor access were limiting. At the same time, there are also positive memory-care accounts, including praise for respectful care and proactive staff support.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Dining quality and speed vary
Dining reviews are mixed, with some calling meals slow or not good.
Some reviewers describe good food and a positive dining experience, while others say meals were so-so or not good. One review also ties dining slowness to staffing concerns. Overall, dining satisfaction appears inconsistent across experiences rather than universally praised.
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Features
Housing
5 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Respite Care
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Phoenix Sky Harbor International (10 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Physicians
TLC Pediatrics (0.3 miles)
East Valley Family Medical (0.4 miles)
English Dermatology Ahwatukee (1 miles)
Step By Step Pediatrics (3 miles)
Centre For Contemporary Dental Concepts (3.8 miles)
HonorHealth Medical Group - South Tempe - Primary Care (5.1 miles)
Valley ENT (6.5 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
Walgreens (0.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
Walgreens (3.6 miles)
Walgreens (3.6 miles)
Walgreens (3.8 miles)
Places of Worship
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (1.7 miles)
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5 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Respite Care
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Phoenix Sky Harbor International (10 miles away)
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
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