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Desert Crest Retirement Apts in Phoenix, AZ

Desert Crest Retirement Apts is an independent living community in Phoenix, AZ.

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Desert Crest Retirement Apts in Phoenix, AZ

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Desert Crest Retirement Apts

2101 E Maryland Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85016

To contact a resident: (602) 264-6427

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

4.8 from 101 reviews
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Overall Review of Desert Crest Retirement Apts

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Staff feels like family

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as warm and personally invested.

Across reviews, residents and families say the staff is friendly, helpful, and attentive, often comparing the experience to being treated like family. Several comment on consistent care and strong communication, including how staff listen to needs and follow through during transitions. A few reviews also mention particular team members by name, reinforcing that people remember and support residents.

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Dining is a consistent strength

Dining stands out as consistently good, with residents saying they enjoy the food.

Many reviews call the food excellent, good, or delicious, and describe variety and regular opportunities to connect through dining. Several mention chef involvement and resident feedback, including chef chats and accommodating dietary needs. One review is negative about cost and one criticizes management, but most dining-related comments are positive, including preferences around dining room versus bistro options.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Residents describe frequent activities that give them things to look forward to.

Reviews frequently mention on-site activities and entertainment, including daily programming and social events. Families describe outings and community events that help residents stay active and connected. A few reviews also mention specific interests like games, music, exercise participation, and arts and crafts, suggesting the programming is varied.

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Care across multiple living levels

Multiple care levels are a major reason families feel comfortable staying within the community.

Several reviews highlight that the community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in one place. Families describe transitions within the community, including moving into memory care and staying through changing needs. Reviews also mention supportive care practices like medication management, therapy availability, and nursing attention during declines, with particular praise for memory care staff in some cases.

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Comfort matters: clean, bright, secure

Residents repeatedly describe the building as clean, bright, and easy to live in.

Multiple reviews say the facility is clean and well maintained, with modern or updated spaces and apartments described as spacious and bright. Some note warm, soothing décor and comfortable common areas, including lobby activity and entertainment. At least one review raises a security concern about doors being left open at a certain time, but many others emphasize feeling safe and secure.

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Some residents question value

A few reviews say the pricing feels too high for the experience they received.

While most reviews are highly positive, there are occasional criticisms that the cost is not worth it and that management does not care as much as residents expect. One review describes losing a dining team member and calls it disappointing, and another focuses on concerns about management and value. These reviews are the main outliers compared with the broader pattern of satisfaction.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Transportation

  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International (7 miles away) Phoenix Sky Harbor International (7 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Phoenix, Arizona offers a convenient and diverse array of amenities for seniors looking to relocate. With a variety of dining options ranging from upscale restaurants like Wrigley Mansion to fast food chains such as McDonald's and In-N-Out Burger, residents have plenty of choices for meals. Additionally, there are several pharmacies nearby for easy access to medications and healthcare needs. For medical care, there are multiple physicians offices and hospitals in the vicinity, providing peace of mind for seniors seeking quality healthcare services. Nearby parks like Phoenix Mountain Preserve offer opportunities for outdoor recreation, while local cafes like Panera Bread and Starbucks provide spaces for socializing and relaxation. The neighborhood also boasts several places of worship for spiritual fulfillment. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded community for seniors to enjoy and thrive in their retirement years.

Restaurants

  • Wrigley Mansion (0.8 miles)
  • The Whining Pig (0.9 miles)
  • Arriba Mexican Grill (1.6 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (1.7 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.7 miles)
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (1.8 miles)
  • Windsor (2.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Keystone Natural Family Medicine (1.6 miles)
  • Phoenix Skin Medical Surgical Group (2.7 miles)
  • Arizona Eye Specialists (3.6 miles)
  • SimonMed Imaging - Phoenix (4.2 miles)
  • Null (4.4 miles)
  • Dignity Health Peppertree Family Medicine (4.4 miles)
  • Aoc (4.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (1.7 miles)
  • Provision Coffee Bar (2.4 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (2.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (3 miles)
  • Lux Central (3.1 miles)
  • Press Coffee - The Roastery (3.7 miles)
  • Dark Hall Coffee (4.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Christ Church of the Ascension (2.3 miles)
  • First United Methodist Church of Phoenix (2.5 miles)
  • Open Door Fellowship Church (4.1 miles)
  • Roosevelt Community Church (5.5 miles)

Parks

  • Phoenix Mountain Preserve (2.8 miles)
  • Royal Palm Park (3.8 miles)
  • Granada Park (3.8 miles)
  • Encanto Park (5.2 miles)
  • Margaret T. Hance Park (5.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Carl T Hayden VA Medical Center, Recreation Therapy (3.1 miles)
  • Surgical Specialty Hospital Of Arizona (3.7 miles)
  • Abrazo Central Campus (3.9 miles)
  • St Josephs Neurological ICU (4.2 miles)
  • St Joseph's Hospital & Med Center: Deguzman Brian J MD (4.3 miles)
  • Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix (4.9 miles)
  • Maricopa Medical Center (5.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Thomas/Central Ave METRO (4.2 miles)
  • METRO McDowell/Central Ave (5.1 miles)
  • Airport Rent-A-Car (5.8 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Arizona Center 24 (5.7 miles)

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