Thunderbird Senior Living

At Thunderbird Senior Living, people can live the lifestyle they’ve always imagined while they receive premium long-term care. Conveniently located in sunny Glendale, AZ, Thunderbird Senior Living offers a wide variety of services and amenities designed with residents in mind. From their compassionate, trained staff to their recreational resources, Thunderbird Senior Living is an environment where people can not only live well, but flourish. 

Thunderbird Senior Living’s wonderful community is a place where people can have a high quality of life they deserve. Retirement should let people take time for themselves and explore their hobbies without worrying about their activities of daily living. With weekly housekeeping, laundry services, and on-site maintenance personnel, residents can spend their days however they please without worrying about cleaning their apartment or keeping up with chores. 

Trained staff are available twenty-four hours a day, providing personal assistance and emergency help whenever residents need it most. They conduct daily wellness check-ins to make sure everyone’s needs are met, helping them with eating, dressing, and other activities of daily living according to residents’ levels of care. 

By offering Alzheimer’s care alongside independent and assisted living, Thunderbird creates a “continuum of care” for their residents. As people’s levels of care change, they may need to migrate from one type of long-term care to another. In some cases, this may mean moving from one senior living community to another. At Thunderbird Senior Living, residents live comfortably knowing they are welcome even when their care needs change. For example, a person who develops Alzheimer’s disease can continuing living at Thunderbird, thanks to their exceptional Alzheimer’s care program. 

However, quality senior care is only the beginning of what makes Thunderbird a popular housing choice for older adults in Glendale. Residents enjoy limitless social opportunities and recreational activities, designed with their interests in mind. Every month, the community publishes their social activities calendar online so current and incoming residents can plan ahead accordingly. The social activities and events are different every day, creating an ever-changing selection of fun opportunities for Thunderbird’s community members. Recreational events at Thunderbird include: 

• Community gardening
• Happy hours and other party-like events
• Fitness classes and exercise programs
• Classic movie screenings
• Pet therapy
• Live musical and theatre performances
• Devotional meetings, like prayer groups and Bible studies
• Billiards and card game nights
• Board game competitions
• Arts and crafts sessions 
• Guest speakers, lectures, and other lifelong learning opportunities
• Group outings and hikes to nearby sightseeing landmarks, shopping malls, and more

Social events are a great chance for residents to meet others and make friends. Meal times are another exceptional opportunity, thanks to Thunderbird’s on-campus restaurant and communal dining room. Kitchen staff members prepare three meals a day, designed to provide one-third of a person’s daily nutrition. Residents enjoy new selections daily, including mouthwatering recipes like salmon fillets, oven-roasted chicken, and spaghetti with meatballs. Room service is available by request as an la carte service.

Of the continuing care retirement communities in Glendale, AZ, Thunderbird Senior Living is unlike any other. Their continuum of care philosophy lets older adults retire in peace, knowing their needs are met even when their levels of care change. At Thunderbird, they can live the lifestyle they’ve always dreamed of without sacrificing their hobbies or their individuality. The trained staff prioritize each person’s independence, assisting them in ways that preserve their self-sufficiency while promoting health and wellness. Whether a person’s priorities are personal assistance, staying active, or meeting friends, there is something for everyone at Thunderbird Senior Living. 

To learn more about Thunderbird Senior Living, their on-campus activities, or the services and amenities they offer, use the link above to make an inquiry. Families who live near the community can schedule a tour to see it in person, making it easier for them to see what life is like for Thunderbird’s residents. During the tour, guests can sample meals, see the assisted and independent living apartments, and ask questions about the community. The staff is happy to explain what makes life at Thunderbird so fulfilling and help guests understand what sets them apart from other continuing care retirement communities. 

For more information, read the frequently asked questions (FAQ) below. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the average costs of care at Thunderbird Senior Living? What is the base monthly rental fee?

The average monthly costs of care at Thunderbird Senior Living depends on a person’s floor plan and the level of assistance they need. The community does not have a “one-size-fits-all” price because everyone is different, and so are their care needs. Weekly housekeeping, laundry services, and three meals a day are included in each resident’s based monthly rental fee, but services like physician visits and rehabilitation come at an extra cost. 

The best way to find out how much it costs to live at Thunderbird Senior Living is to use the “Get Pricing” tool above for a personalized quote. Monthly fees are different for everyone, and getting a cost estimate is a great way to plan ahead for senior care. 

Q: What types of amenities do the community’s assisted living and independent living apartments offer?

Each apartment is unique with its own unique flair, but all units are complete with the same luxury amenities to make life at Thunderbird as comfortable as possible. Apartments are complete with: 

• Kitchens, furnished with refrigerators and cooking appliances
• Emergency call systems
• Cable and internet hookups
• Large windows that let in plenty of Arizona’s beautiful natural light
• Individually controlled heating and air conditioning
• Private bathrooms
• Walk-in closets

For more information, tour the community to see the apartments in person.

Q: What is there to do in the area around Thunderbird Senior Living?

Glendale, Arizona is home to many points of interest, providing residents with limitless opportunities for fun and recreation without going far from home. They can take a group trip to the Wildlife World Zoo and Aquarium to see their favorite marine life or watch a baseball game at the Peoria Sports complex. If they want to enjoy nature off-campus, Thunderbird Conservation Park and the Arizona Canal Trail are a great place to take in the fresh air and beautiful Arizona weather. For more information about recreational opportunities near Thunderbird Senior Living, use the link above to make an inquiry. 

There are 26 hospitals within 25 miles of Thunderbird Senior Living. The two closest hospitals are Banner Thunderbird Medical Center which is 0.3 miles away and Abrazo Arrowhead Campus which is 3.3 miles away.

Some of the key amenities available at Thunderbird Senior Living are:

• Pet Friendly
• Pool
• Activity Center
• Restaurant Style Dining
• Outdoor Areas