Pricing ranges from
    $3,484 – 4,180/month

    A Place In the Sun

    6879 E Vernon Ave, Scottsdale, AZ, 85257
    4.5 · 11 reviews
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Caring staff, clean home, recommended

    I toured this home for my mom and decided to stay - the caregivers are genuinely caring, competent, and attentive, the owners (Ilie Iugan and team) are friendly and communicative, and the house is very clean with fresh, good food; residents looked happy and well supervised. It feels safe, family-like, and well-managed for the price, with nice events and families welcome. My only concerns were smaller, slightly dated rooms, limited social/outdoor activities, and no on-site doctor (which can be inconvenient for families who live far away). Overall I'm pleased and would recommend it.

    Pricing

    $3,484+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $4,180+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.55 · 11 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.3
    • Staff

      4.3
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      3.0
    • Value

      5.0

    Pros

    • Excellent food / fresh home-cooked meals
    • Very clean facility (kitchen and bathrooms noted as clean)
    • Friendly, communicative staff and owners
    • Compassionate, cooperative, and attentive management
    • Caring, competent, and passionate caregivers
    • Family-like culture with events, birthdays, and holiday celebrations
    • Good communication with families and staff responsiveness
    • Safe, secure, and well-supervised residents
    • Welcoming atmosphere where residents appear happy
    • Good value for the price
    • Nice backyard with flowers and rosebushes
    • Owner presence and personal attention (Ilie Iugan)
    • Families invited to events and allowed visitor interactions (including baby visits)

    Cons

    • Limited social activities beyond mealtime
    • Residents cannot go out alone / limited outdoor time
    • No on-site doctor
    • Inconvenient for families who live far away due to transportation for appointments
    • Smaller room sizes
    • Somewhat dated building interior (old house, outdated furniture, peeling or not-fresh paint)
    • Occasional poor lighting reported
    • At least one report of an overgrown backyard
    • Limited or brief tours available
    • Not ideal for more independent residents with higher activity needs
    • Mixed reports about odors (mostly none, but at least one concern)

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is positive: reviewers repeatedly highlight strong caregiving, cleanliness, good food, and a warm, family-style atmosphere. Many reviewers explicitly state they would recommend the home to friends and family. Staff and owners are described as friendly, communicative, compassionate, and attentive; specific mention of owner Ilie Iugan indicates hands-on leadership. Caregivers are frequently characterized as competent, intelligent, and passionate, and multiple accounts praise the facility for providing comforting, supervised care during illness and end-of-life needs.

    Care quality and staff: The dominant theme is dependable, compassionate care. Reviewers consistently note that residents appear well cared for and supervised. Families feel welcomed and kept informed — management is described as cooperative and communicative. The presence of events that include families (birthday and holiday celebrations, and even baby visits) reinforces the impression of a family-oriented culture. Several reviews pointed to individualized compassionate attention during health downturns, suggesting staff can handle higher-acuity emotional needs even if medical services are limited on-site.

    Facilities and cleanliness: Cleanliness is a commonly cited strength: reviewers mention that kitchens and bathrooms are clean and that the home generally has no offensive odor. The property has a pleasant backyard with flowers and rosebushes that some residents enjoy. However, there are consistent comments about the facility’s age and décor: reviewers mention the building is an older house with outdated furniture, paint that may not be fresh, smaller room sizes, occasional poor lighting, and at least one report of an overgrown backyard. These details suggest the home is well maintained for cleanliness and safety but is modest in finishes and space.

    Dining and daily life: Dining is a particular strong point — multiple reviewers praise the food as exceptional and fresh. Communication around meals and general day-to-day matters is seen as good. Where the facility falls short is in social programming and outdoor access: reviewers request more social activities outside mealtime and express that some residents cannot go out alone and would like more time outdoors. Limited activities are a recurring negative and suggest opportunities for enrichment programming or increased supervised outings.

    Medical access and logistics: The lack of an on-site doctor is noted as a downside, particularly for families who live farther away. Several reviewers point out the inconvenience of needing to transport residents to off-site medical appointments, which increases the burden on distant family members and may factor into suitability for those without local support. Internally, residents appear well supervised, but prospective families should plan for external medical coordination.

    Suitability, value, and fit: Reviewers generally see the home as good value for its price in the area. The setting seems especially well suited to residents who need consistent supervision, compassionate personal care, and a homelike environment rather than medicalized, high-tech services. A few reviewers noted the community may not be the right fit for more independent residents who want greater autonomy or more active programming; one person stated it was “not quite what dad needs yet” because he was more independent. Room size and décor limitations also matter for families prioritizing space or modern finishes.

    Notable patterns and recommendations: Consistent strengths are staff quality, communication, cleanliness, and food; consistent weaknesses are limited activities, outdoor access, lack of on-site medical staff, and dated physical features. Most reviewers would recommend the facility, praise management, and emphasize a comforting, family-oriented culture. Prospective families should weigh the home’s strong personal care and value against its smaller rooms, older house characteristics, and the need to coordinate off-site medical care. If social activity programming and independent mobility are priorities, families may want to probe those areas during a tour. Otherwise, those seeking attentive, compassionate, and communicative care in a clean, homelike setting will likely find this facility a good fit.

    Location

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    About A Place In the Sun

    A Place in the Sun is a residential care home nestled in the tranquil suburb of Scottsdale, Arizona, surrounded by the stunning landscape of the Sonoran Desert. This care home is designed to create a warm and inviting atmosphere, featuring a neutral color palette and bright, oversized picture windows that allow plenty of natural light to fill the interior spaces. The location combines the peace of a quiet residential neighborhood with the convenience of being near the major resources of Phoenix, offering residents the best of both serene living and big-city amenities.

    The environment at A Place in the Sun is intimate and supportive, ensuring that each resident receives personalized attention and compassionate caregiving. The dedicated staff places a strong emphasis on building meaningful relationships with residents and their loved ones, striving to foster a sense of community and belonging. Residents are encouraged to make choices about how they spend their days, cultivating independence and autonomy within a safe and nurturing setting.

    Personal care support is tailored to meet the diverse needs of each individual, including assistance with activities such as bathing, dressing, and toileting. The care team is attentive to each resident’s wellness goals, offering support like medication reminders and coordination of medical appointments when needed. With a focus on holistic well-being, the caregiving approach addresses not only physical health but also social and emotional engagement.

    Dining at A Place in the Sun is an experience in itself, with nutritious and delicious meals served daily in a cozy, family-style dining room. The meals are planned to provide the right balance of vitamins and minerals, and the quality of ingredients ensures that every dish is both flavorful and healthful. Residents can enjoy these shared dining experiences in the comfort of a well-maintained and accessible common area, designed to feel both welcoming and familiar.

    Social, physical, and mental engagement are valued and promoted throughout the home. Residents benefit from community programs and activities designed to foster friendship, creativity, and lifelong learning. The indoor common areas are thoughtfully arranged to accommodate accessible movement and invite residents to relax or connect with one another in a safe and homelike setting.

    A Place in the Sun offers both private and semi-private accommodations, allowing residents to choose the living arrangement that suits their preferences and needs. The pet-friendly policies in certain areas of the home mean residents can enjoy the companionship of beloved animals, further enhancing their sense of comfort and happiness. Overall, A Place in the Sun stands as a welcoming and supportive community dedicated to the independence, health, and well-being of its residents, ensuring that every individual feels at home and cared for each day.

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