Copper Canyon Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care, sometimes called Copper Canyon Memory Care, sits in Casas Adobes, Arizona, in a Tuscan-style building surrounded by cacti with wide mountain views, and belongs to Sunshine Retirement Living and 12 Oaks Senior Living. This facility provides several levels of care-independent living, active adult, assisted living, transitional assisted living, memory care for Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, along with short-term respite stays and home care. There're living options like private, semi-private, and companion suites, and all rooms come wheelchair accessible with ground floor choices, bath tubs, satellite TV, high-speed internet, and climate control. Residents eat three healthy meals every day plus snacks, and Copper Canyon's kitchen uses the MIND diet to support brain health.
Amenities at Copper Canyon include fireplaces, cable television, 24/7 dining, beautiful common rooms, a spa and wellness space, a library, game room, and secure walking paths that help residents stay active. The place also has safety features like a 24-hour call system, secure outdoor areas, and continuous staff support. There's a nearby medical center, Northwest Medical Center, for quick healthcare needs. The staff provides help with daily needs like bathing, dressing, medication management, and offers diabetic, incontinence, and ambulatory care for residents who need it. Nurses are on hand 12-16 hours a day, and care plans follow a person-centered approach with special training in memory-related conditions and Montessori-based engagement.
People living here can join regular activities-movie nights, music programs, resident-run events, and planned, supervised outings. Copper Canyon provides scheduled transportation for appointments and other trips, and staff help with medical appointment scheduling. Linen and housekeeping come included, along with laundry and beautician services. Wi-Fi, a swimming pool, air filtering systems that remove most airborne viruses including SARS-COVID-2, Spanish-speaking staff, and wheelchair accessible community spaces help meet different needs. The community focuses on making residents feel comfortable, supported, and able to make choices for themselves, encouraging independence where possible.
Copper Canyon earned high scores from residents and families, with verified reviews giving the community a 9.1 out of 10 or a 4.0-star average. There's a strong focus on safety, health management, and a rich social environment. The activity calendar keeps things interesting, and the outdoor paths and mountain views offer places to relax. Staff try to bring comfort and empowerment to every resident, helping them have a good quality of life through a holistic care plan centered on Sunshine's Pillars of Wellness. Leases are month-to-month, and the community welcomes people for both short and longer stays, with living spaces that allow residents to bring personal items to make the suites feel like home. Prices for rooms start at $3,600 for companion suites, $5,000 for semi-private, and $5,800 for private suites, though price details aren't always posted. Overall, Copper Canyon gives seniors space, specialized memory care, and support in a setting designed for safety and connection, with staff available to help residents and their families understand care choices and find a good fit.
