Pricing ranges from
    $2,600 – 3,380/month

    The Woodmark at Sun City

    17207 N Boswell Blvd, Sun City, AZ, 85373
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    2.0

    Friendly staff, understaffed, care concerns

    I liked the place - bright, clean, lots of activities, good meals at times, and the staff I met were warm and caring; my mom made friends and seemed happy. However, chronic understaffing, poor communication after move-in, slow call responses, medication/medical mistakes and occasional security/cleanliness lapses left me very concerned. It felt fine for independent or low-needs residents, but not reliable once higher-level care was required (we ended up hiring private help and later moved). If you tour, ask direct questions about staffing levels, care plans, pricing and security before deciding.

    Pricing

    $2,600+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $3,120+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living
    $3,380+/moStudioAssisted 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
    • Hospice waiver
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Dementia waiver
    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor patio
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.17 · 235 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
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    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.7
    • Staff

      4.0
    • Meals

      3.8
    • Amenities

      3.9
    • Value

      2.9

    Location

    Map showing location of The Woodmark at Sun City

    About The Woodmark at Sun City

    The Woodmark at Sun City stands on six acres, so there's plenty of room to walk around and relax outside, and you'll spot outdoor patios, palm trees, and a gentle water feature with rocking chairs and benches under the shade, which is nice when the sun gets strong in Arizona, and this garden-like space is where folks gather for fresh air or a quiet moment during the day. There's a warm southwestern feel to the arched entryway and tiled roof, and when you go inside, the big front lobby sometimes has service work like chandelier maintenance, but it's usually busy with residents and staff. The lobby and other shared areas, including a library with built-in bookshelves, a TV lounge, cozy sitting areas, and a cafe, feel homelike and clean, with plenty of chairs around for folks to stop and chat or just rest. The dining room, with its white tablecloths and decorative columns, catches the sunlight, giving it a bright and relaxed feel at breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and meals come from a professional chef, so there's some variety and residents can invite guests for meals or use the private dining rooms if they wish. Apartments come in six different floor plans-studios, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom units-with features like full kitchens, walk-in closets, step-in showers, individual thermostats, and emergency call systems, and there's pet-friendly options with some restrictions on dog breeds and sizes.

    The community has services for lots of needs: independent living for folks wanting fewer home chores, assisted living for help with daily tasks, short-term respite, skilled nursing, and a separate Memory Care area, where the environment has special touches like a warm fireplace, big windows, and friendly staff who are around 24 hours a day, and the staff works with care plans for each person, including reminiscence therapy and sensory-based programs like snoezelen, which help people with Alzheimer's or dementia feel more at ease. The memory care suites are all single-story with easy-to-access features meant to avoid confusion and support mental well-being. For comfort and safety, bathrooms have step-in showers, and apartments have built-in sprinkler systems and smoke detectors.

    Daily life tends to stay busy here, with activities like Bingo, Knitting and Crocheting, Coloring Class, Bible Study, Gardening Club, Happy Hour, Casino Night, Horse Races, and Putt Putt Golf, plus offsite events and transportation options, whether by a shuttle bus or community van, with some rides at extra cost and some included. There are lounges for billiards and cards, a fitness center with machines such as treadmills and bikes, a salon and barber shop for hair care, and a movie theater, all designed to keep people active and social. The community tends to attract people who still want to do plenty, and the staff, including a caring activity director named Sherry, try to encourage everyone to be part of things whether it's a big event or a quiet coffee break.

    There's a focus here on offering a range of care so someone can move from independent living to assisted living, and then, if needed, to memory care, without leaving the property, and that's helped by the way services are set up for aging in place, including respite and hospice support. Housekeeping, grocery shopping, transportation, room service, and maintenance come included, with additional senior services and caregiver support programs available. For spiritual needs, there are devotional services on-site and off-site, covering different faiths like Protestant and Catholic, and the community brings in outside agencies for home care help if someone needs more.

    The building went through updates and now looks bright, modern, and cheerful, with all sorts of small touches to keep it comfortable. The staff gets described by many as friendly and helpful, and the setup lets residents stay as active as they want, either on their own in a spacious apartment or in social spaces with others, with support always close at hand if needed. The facility's managed by Senior Lifestyle and belongs to the parent group Sr Lifestyle Corp.

    About Pacifica Senior Living

    Pacifica Senior Living, a division of Pacifica Companies (family-owned since 1978), was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in San Diego, California. Operating over 90 communities across 13-14 states with concentrations in California, Florida, and Arizona, Pacifica has grown to become the 13th largest overall senior care provider in the United States. The company ranks as the 5th largest memory care provider, 10th largest assisted living provider, and 21st largest independent living provider nationally, serving thousands of residents from coast to coast through their comprehensive care offerings. Pacifica's mission centers on creating a lifestyle of independence, security, and peace of mind for each individual and their family. The company provides personalized, compassionate care services through their signature Heartland™ Assisted Living and Legacies™ Memory Care programs, which focus on the individual while offering customized care plans that respect each resident's needs, preferences, and privacy. Their philosophy emphasizes striking a balance between assistance and independence, providing dignified and compassionate retirement experiences in environments that feel like home. Each community is managed individually, allowing for tailored support of unique resident profiles and communal character, with everything from scheduling to dining menus designed around residents' preferences. The company's specialized memory care programs demonstrate their expertise in dementia care. Their Legacies™ Memory Care program helps patients with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of memory loss feel safe and secure while providing memory-boosting activities. The innovative Amara Memory Support program creates welcoming and empowering environments that celebrate the essence of people rather than focusing on their diagnosis. Programming encompasses nine Focus Elements of Life: Recreation, Service, Spirituality, Movement, Sensory, Household Connection, Community, Exploration, and Creative Arts, delivered through stimulating activities including gardening, culinary adventures, musical experiences, creative artistic outlets, and mindfulness practices. Pacifica offers a comprehensive continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, skilled nursing, and adult day care services. All communities focus on promoting well-being by meeting care needs while facilitating social interactions, activities, and wellness programs. Despite recent financial challenges leading to the bankruptcy of one management entity affecting approximately 20 California facilities, the majority of Pacifica's nearly 100 communities continue operating, maintaining their commitment to advancing senior living and providing peace of mind to residents and families through warm, family-like communities where each resident receives individualized attention while maintaining dignity and independence.

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