North Scottsdale Retreat in Scottsdale, AZ

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North Scottsdale Retreat in Scottsdale, AZ

North Scottsdale Retreat is a memory care community in Scottsdale, AZ.

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23402 N. 84th Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

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

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North Scottsdale Retreat Costs & Pricing

At North Scottsdale Retreat, the monthly costs stand at $5,000 for both private rooms and one-bedroom accommodations. This pricing reflects a significant premium compared to the averages in Maricopa County and across Arizona, where private rooms generally cost around $3,318 and one-bedroom units average about $3,473. This disparity suggests that North Scottsdale Retreat offers features or amenities that justify its higher price point, catering to clients seeking a more luxurious and tailored living experience. The retreat's exclusive setting may also contribute to its elevated costs, positioning it as a desirable option for those prioritizing comfort and quality in their living arrangements.

Floor plansNorth Scottsdale RetreatMaricopa CountyArizona
Private$5,000$3,318$3,345
1 Bedroom$5,000$3,473$3,532

Overall Review of North Scottsdale Retreat

common 4 reviews mention this

Meals feel restaurant-style

Meals and snacks are frequently described as restaurant-quality and tailored to preferences.

Several residents and families describe meals they enjoyed during visits, including made-to-order food and favorites being prepared after being mentioned. A few reviews also connect the dining experience to how home-like the setting feels. The community offers restaurant-style dining elements like anytime dining, room service, guest meals, and a range of diet-focused options.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Residents have plenty to do, with activities that encourage time out of the room.

Multiple reviews mention frequent events and activities, with residents participating in group social time rather than staying isolated. One review highlights outside-focused activities during the pandemic, while others emphasize that the team keeps residents engaged. This aligns with the community’s activity programming, including cooking classes, day trips, live performances, devotional activities, and on-site programming.

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Medication handling is a concern

Some families report problems with medication management and the level of medical follow-through needed.

A few reviews describe medication-related issues, including an error involving another resident’s medication and concerns about medication management. Other feedback points to gaps around diabetic-related needs, including dietary restrictions not being in place as expected. While many reviews are very positive about care, these comments suggest families should ask detailed questions about medication processes and dietary support.

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Staff are described as family-like

Caregivers and management are repeatedly described as caring, responsive, and family-like.

Many reviews use family-based language to describe how residents are treated and how staff show up for both residents and visiting family members. Several comments also emphasize communication and ongoing attention to individual needs, including learning preferences over time. The community also lists multiple care services such as medication management and incontinence, plus diabetic and high-acuity support needs, which matches the focus families place on day-to-day assistance.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Private Private
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International (19 miles away) Phoenix Sky Harbor International (19 miles away)

Care Services

  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Medication management Medication management

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Organic Organic
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Room service Room service
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

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Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Scottsdale, Arizona offers a range of amenities and services that cater to senior living needs. With a variety of restaurants nearby such as Preston's Steakhouse and Oscar's Taco Shop, there are plenty of dining options to choose from. In terms of medical care, there are several pharmacies and physician offices in close proximity, including Sunset Clinic Family Medicine and Contemporary Obstetrics & Gynecology of Scottsdale. For leisure activities, residents can enjoy parks like Sonoran Hills Park and Thompson Peak Park for outdoor relaxation. Additionally, there are cafes like Dutch Bros Coffee for socializing with friends. The area also has access to theaters such as Harkins Theatres Scottsdale for entertainment options. With convenient transportation services like Enterprise Rent-A-Car and proximity to the Scottsdale Municipal Airport, this location provides ease of mobility. Places of worship like St Bernadette Catholic Church cater to spiritual needs within the community. Overall, this part of Scottsdale offers a well-rounded environment for seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient lifestyle.

Restaurants

  • Preston's Steakhouse (0.4 miles)
  • Oscar's Taco Shop (1.7 miles)
  • Local Bistro (1.9 miles)
  • White Chocolate Grill (3.4 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (3.4 miles)
  • Carlos O'Brien's Mexican Restaurant (3.6 miles)
  • Twenty6 (4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
  • Apothecary (1.6 miles)
  • Fry's Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.6 miles)

Parks

  • Sonoran Hills Park (0.8 miles)
  • Thompson Peak Park (2.2 miles)
  • Kierland Park (4.7 miles)
  • Desert Horizon Park (5.9 miles)
  • Aviano Park (6 miles)
  • Sun Devil Ridge Park (6.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Sunset Clinic Family Medicine (1 miles)
  • North Scottsdale Pediatric (1.7 miles)
  • Arizona Center For Cancer Care Scottsdale (1.8 miles)
  • Paradise Valley Family Medicine (2 miles)
  • Contemporary Obstetrics & Gynecology of Scottsdale (2.3 miles)
  • The Joint Replacement Center of Scottsdale (2.3 miles)
  • Clear Dermatology & Aesthetics (2.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Dutch Bros Coffee (2.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.9 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (5 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.4 miles)
  • Butters Pancakes & Cafe (5.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Harkins Theatres Scottsdale (3.4 miles)
  • AMC DINE-IN Desert Ridge 18 (4.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Mayo Clinic (4.3 miles)

Transportation

  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (4.6 miles)
  • Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SDL) (5.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Bernadette Catholic Church (5.3 miles)
  • New Vision Center for Spiritual Living (5.6 miles)
  • Impact Church (6.1 miles)

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