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Ridge at The Stratford

1739 W Myrtle Ave, Phoenix, AZ

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

4.260 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Ridge at The Stratford

Just west of the Phoenix Mountains, Ridge at The Stratford enjoys iconic Arizona sunsets as they cast golden light, bringing the muted browns of the Arizona desert to life. The spacious campus offers assisted living and memory care services and is surrounded by tree-lined streets in a peaceful residential neighborhood. With friendly neighbors and worry-free living, the active community offers engaging events and activities, delicious meals, and comfortable accommodations to fit your needs and style. Several courtyards give residents the opportunity to enjoy fresh air while mingling with neighbors or taking a leisurely stroll among the beautifully landscaped grounds. Studio and one-bedroom floor plans offer a variety of layouts, and the trained staff support residents with activities of daily living. In your free time, play a friendly game of pool in the game room or work up a sweat in a fitness class. Then, gather with friends in the dining room for conversation and restaurant-style meals. Ridge at The Stratford offers a variety of community activities and is conveniently located near many of Phoenix's attractions and recreational opportunities. Enjoy an afternoon with the grandkids at Enchanted Island Amusement Park and then treat them to Chicago-style pizza at Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria. Take a scenic hike at Phoenix Mountains Preserve or check out the Phoenix Bat Cave, where Mexican free-tailed bats roost each summer. Ridge at The Stratford, with its many comforts, caring staff, and the appeal of its surrounding area, is truly a great place to live. State Classification Ridge at The Stratford is an assisted living center that provides directed care services . In the state of Arizona, these terms are defined as follows: Assisted Living Center A health care institution other than a hospital or a nursing care institution which provides resident rooms or residential units, supervisory care services, personal care service, directed care services or health-related services on a continuing basis for eleven or more persons who do not need inpatient nursing care. Directed Care Services Programs and services, including personal care services, provided to persons who are incapable of recognizing danger, summoning assistance, expressing need, or making basic care decisions. Arizona Facility Inspection Reports Related Articles: Your Complete Guide to Assisted Living Beyond Bingo: The 50+ Best Assisted Living Activities For Seniors Your Complete Guide to Memory Care

Family and resident feedback

4.2 out of 5 from 60 reviews

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★★★★

Positive

Ridge at The Stratford

Apartment its fine, cleaning not so much. The toilet in his bathroom always plug. They are not on time on the medication always off by and hour. he have a hard time with that. The staff is good.

AnonymousJuly 15, 2026

★★★★

Positive

Overall experience

The team is friendly, responsive, and resourceful and really helped guide my family through a very difficult process. The facility is clean and well managed and they offer a lot of programs and activities for the residents. The property is well maintained with outdoor patios and windows throughout for natural lighting. I can't really comment on the food because my mother is picky regardless. She does like the snacks and ice cream. We were offered a double suite so she has plenty of room and storage. They also offer

AnonymousJune 30, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Friendly staff

The facility and staff are 5 stars. My sister is getting involved in the activities and says the food and care are good. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one if they can afford the up front fee.

AnonymousJune 11, 2026

★★★★

Positive

The Ridge is a Great Place.

Beautiful environment and building. Building is clean and well maintained. Studios and apartment are roomy and comfortable. Cafeteria food is tasty and has a great variety. Staffing though is not always enough for quick response the resident needs.

AnonymousApril 29, 2026

★★★★

Positive

Pros and cons

We chose Ridge at Stratford because of the price and friendliness of the staff. They have several times been out of certain standard food. They seem to only have bingo once a week for activities.

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Judy CMarch 10, 2026

★★★★★

Critical

My family's experience.

I like the nurses and nursing staff. They are all very caring and polite. I don't like the afternoons and evenings. The staff are very busy doing meds and getting patients changed and in bed. They have all the patients sit and wait in the dining area for quite a long time. They get tired and that is when the ones with dementia/Alzheimers start with "Sundowners". One time I was there in the dining room with my loved one and Staff was busy and one lady tried to walk across the room and she fell, but thankfully she wa

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AnonymousDecember 3, 2025

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Operator
Not yet resolved
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 1, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

Grouped so you can scan what affects day-to-day life before opening an operator page.

Meals & dining

  • International Cuisine
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Guest Meals
  • Anytime Dining
  • Pureed Meals
  • Café or Bistro
  • Professional Chef
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Meals Provided
  • No Sugar
  • Room Service
  • Vegetarian

Health & wellness

  • Memory Care
  • Medication Management
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Diabetic Care

Services & convenience

  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Cats Allowed
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • English
  • Spanish

Activities & engagement

  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Well Programs
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Light Therapy Programs
  • Community Service Programs
  • Forever Fit
  • Catholic Services
  • Wine Tasting
  • Happy Hour
  • Dances
  • Activities On-site
  • Christian Services
  • Cooking Classes
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Birthday Parties
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Bridge Club
  • Holiday Parties
  • Walking Club
  • Other Religious Services
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Art Classes
  • Current Events Club
  • Karaoke

Outdoor spaces

  • Barber Shop
  • Private Bath
  • Library
  • Outside Patio
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Beauty Salon
  • Central Fireplace
  • TV Lounge
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Meeting Room
  • Game Room
  • Piano or Organ
  • Fitness Center
  • Billiards Lounge
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Movie or Theater Room

Apartment & room features

  • Air Conditioned
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Garden View
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Kitchenette

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Additional care fees
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Move-in fee
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Exact unit availability
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Published floor plans

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