Helpful Tools - FAQs

When it comes to researching living options and health services, you’ll likely be faced with many questions along the way. That’s why we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of frequently asked questions to help you get the answers you need. If after you browse our list of FAQs you still have a few questions, don’t hesitate to contact us today and a member from our staff can help you.

Sun Health is an organization driven by passion—a passion to improve the wellbeing and quality of life of the communities we serve. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we demonstrate this through our investment in life plan communities, health and wellness programs and the local community hospitals.

Costs associated with becoming a resident at one of our Sun Health Communities depend on the specific community, residence style and size of the residence. There is a one-time entrance fee and convenient monthly service fee to relieve the stress and burden around paying multiple different bills.

Speak with our sales team to discuss different residency agreement options and learn more about costs associated with a Sun Health Community.

Your convenient monthly service fee covers all monthly expenses including dining, housekeeping, groundskeeping, utilities, use of community amenities and more. This enables your worry-free lifestyle and relieves the stresses of having several bills to pay each month. To assist you in planning for the costs of independent living, try our Independent Living Cost Calculator.

Life Care defines your financial arrangement so that once you are either a resident or a Sun Health At Home member, levels of care including assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing and rehabilitation are available—even if your financial needs change.

A Life Plan Community is a retirement living option that encourages an active independent living lifestyle, but also offers a range of health services. The community provides exceptional amenities and a unique vibrant lifestyle, allowing residents to live life to the fullest.

Vibrant Living is a philosophy designed to enhance the lives of residents and members through a whole person approach to wellness. 

Grounded in research on aging and best practices in gerontology, Vibrant Living nurtures six dimensions of wellness that together create a vibrant lifestyle.

  1. Physical Wellness
  2. Emotional Wellness
  3. Intellectual Wellness
  4. Spiritual Wellness
  5. Occupational Wellness
  6. Community Wellness

While some restrictions apply, your pets are welcome!

Yes, you can bring both. Your independent living residence comes unfurnished, so you can choose to customize your new home by bringing your own furniture and décor. Additional personalization can be done by choosing finishes custom to your taste, such as paint, flooring, cabinets and countertops. However, please note that there may be costs associated with customizations.

Each resident has a designated parking spot to store and park their vehicle(s). This varies across communities but can include garages, underground parking or covered parking.

Yes, of course! Friends and family are always welcome to join residents and enjoy a meal together. In addition, a private dining room may be reserved for special occasions and events.
Sun Health offers a variety of health services including—assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing or rehabilitation.
As with any important decision, we recommend including those you feel are most important to you, such as family, friends and trusted financial advisors.

Since 1965, Sun Health has been offering care in the West Valley and launched Sun Health At Home in 2016 to promote wellbeing.

There are many benefits to a membership plan for Sun Health At Home.

Listen to the differences between Sun Health At Home and Long-Term Care Insurance.

With a Sun Health At Home membership, you get access to a wellness coordinator who is your personal health advocate.

Sun Health At Home is committed to quality and is regulated by the Arizona Department of Insurance.

Membership costs for Sun Health At Home are based on which plan you choose and your age when you join.

Click here to use our Financial Assessment Tool.

If you living situation needs to change, a Wellness Coordinator will assist you in finding a new home.

A membership with Sun Health At Home provides access to many amenities and events to connect with others and in your community.

Membership with Sun Health At Home is designed to be completely portable.

Sun Health is an organization driven by passion—a passion to improve the wellbeing and quality of life of the communities we serve. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we demonstrate this through our investment in life plan communities, health and wellness programs and the local community hospitals.

Costs associated with becoming a resident at one of our Sun Health Communities depend on the specific community, residence style and size of the residence. There is a one-time entrance fee and convenient monthly service fee to relieve the stress and burden around paying multiple different bills.

Speak with a residency counselor to discuss different residency agreement options and learn more about costs associated with a Sun Health Community.

Your convenient monthly service fee covers all monthly expenses including dining, housekeeping, groundskeeping, utilities, use of community amenities and more. This enables your worry-free lifestyle and relieves the stresses of having several bills to pay each month. To assist you in planning for the costs of independent living, try our Independent Living Cost Calculator.

Life Care defines your financial arrangement so that once you are either a resident or a Sun Health At Home member, levels of care including assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing and rehabilitation are available—even if your financial needs change.

A Life Plan Community is a retirement living option that encourages an active independent living lifestyle, but also offers a range of health services. The community provides exceptional amenities and a unique vibrant lifestyle, allowing residents to live life to the fullest.

While some restrictions apply, your pets are welcome!

Yes, you can bring both. Your independent living residence comes unfurnished, so you can choose to customize your new home by bringing your own furniture and décor. Additional personalization can be done by choosing finishes custom to your taste, such as paint, flooring, cabinets and countertops. However, please note that there may be costs associated with customizations.

Each resident has a designated parking spot to store and park their vehicle(s). This varies across communities but can include garages, underground parking or covered parking.

Yes, of course! Friends and family are always welcome to join residents and enjoy a meal together. In addition, a private dining room may be reserved for special occasions and events.
Sun Health offers a variety of health services including—assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing or rehabilitation.
As with any important decision, we recommend including those you feel are most important to you, such as family, friends and trusted financial advisors.

Since 1965, Sun Health has been offering care in the West Valley and launched Sun Health At Home in 2016 to promote wellbeing.

There are many benefits to a membership plan for Sun Health At Home.

Listen to the differences between Sun Health At Home and Long-Term Care Insurance.

With a Sun Health At Home membership, you get access to a wellness coordinator who is your personal health advocate.

Sun Health At Home is committed to quality and is regulated by the Arizona Department of Insurance.

Membership costs for Sun Health At Home are based on which plan you choose and your age when you join.

Click here to use our Financial Assessment Tool.

If you living situation needs to change, a Wellness Coordinator will assist you in finding a new home.

A membership with Sun Health At Home provides access to many amenities and events to connect with others and in your community.

Membership with Sun Health At Home is designed to be completely portable.

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Enjoy as many community amenities as you wish, or choose to stay in. It’s up to you!

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