Glencroft Center for Modern Aging

Arizona's Largest Continuing Care Retirement Community, All on One Campus

Glencroft Center for Modern Aging is a nonprofit senior living community in Glendale, Arizona, providing independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care/skilled nursing, respite care, and low-income/affordable housing on a single 40-acre campus. Started in 1970 by several Christian churches, Glencroft has grown into Arizona's largest Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), now welcoming residents of all faiths. Its operating entity is Friendship Retirement Corporation.

Note on community count: Senior Care Finder's listing shows 4 communities for Glencroft. This reflects Senior Care Finder's practice of listing distinct, named buildings and care areas within Glencroft's single 40-acre campus, such as Sarah's Place Memory Care, as separate entries, rather than 4 separate physical properties in different locations.

Visit the official Glencroft website to learn more about the community.

Company at a Glance

●       Location: Glendale, Arizona (a single 40-acre campus)

●       Founded: 1970, by several Christian churches, as Friendship Retirement Corporation

●       Current leadership: John Wenzlau, President and Chief Executive Officer

●       Approximate portfolio size: 1 physical campus, represented as 4 listings on Senior Care Finder because distinct named buildings and care areas on campus (including Sarah's Place Memory Care) are listed separately

●       States served: Arizona

●       Care and lifestyle options: Independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care/skilled nursing, respite care, and low-income/affordable housing

●       Ownership: Non-profit; operated by Friendship Retirement Corporation, with faith-based origins and a mission open to residents of all faiths

●       Official website: glencroft.com

Senior Living and Care Options

Glencroft's single campus is organized into distinct residential areas by care level. Depending on the area, options may include:

●       Independent living, including condo-style apartments at the Crossings and Casitas Villas

●       Assisted living at the Friendship Villas

●       Memory care at Sarah's Place

●       Long-term care and skilled nursing

●       Respite care

●       HUD-subsidized affordable housing for low-income seniors

Families should confirm current care levels, income requirements, and availability directly with Glencroft. Families can also review independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing options near them on Senior Care Finder.

What Makes Glencroft Different?

Arizona's Largest CCRC, All on One Campus

Glencroft has served older adults for more than 50 years and is described as Arizona's largest Continuing Care Retirement Community. Its “Journey of Care” approach allows residents to move between independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing without leaving the same connected 40-acre campus.

The Generations Program: An Award-Winning Intergenerational Community

Glencroft's Generations program brings together older adults, young children, and young adults on one campus. Through a partnership with Bezos Academy, Glencroft hosts a Montessori-inspired preschool on site, and through a partnership with Thrive in Glendale, the community supports young adults aging out of the foster care system with housing, employment opportunities, meals, and transportation. In early 2026, this program earned Glencroft the Matt Luger Innovation Award from Covenant Health Network. Learn more from the company's award announcement.

ZoeLife™: A No-Extra-Cost Wellness Philosophy

Glencroft's signature ZoeLife wellness program, included at no additional cost to residents, addresses physical, spiritual, social, and emotional well-being across the whole campus rather than as an add-on service.

Deep Roots Serving Low- and Moderate-Income Seniors

Glencroft was founded specifically to serve older adults with limited financial resources and continues to offer Glendale's only HUD-subsidized apartments for low-income seniors, serving nearly 900 residents of varying income levels across its campus.

Signature Programs and Services

ZoeLife™ is Glencroft's holistic, campus-wide wellness program. The Generations program connects residents with an on-campus preschool (in partnership with Bezos Academy) and young adults transitioning out of foster care (in partnership with Thrive in Glendale). Glencroft at Home by AmeriCare provides in-home, non-medical support services, and Glencroft University offers ongoing educational programming for residents. Availability of specific programs may vary; families should confirm current offerings directly with Glencroft.

Life at Glencroft

Depending on the residential area and care level, residents may find:

●       A community café, indoor heated pool, fitness center, and performance auditorium

●       Multiple dining venues, including Henry's, the Towers Dining Room, and the Copper Club

●       A chapel, walking paths, activity studios, and salon

●       Intergenerational programming through the Generations program

●       A karaoke lounge and town center with concierge services

Because Glencroft's campus includes several distinct residential areas built and named at different times, families are encouraged to tour the specific area relevant to their care needs and ask about current availability, income requirements (for subsidized housing), and recent renovations.

What Residents and Families Say

Ratings on Senior Care Finder show Glencroft Center for Modern Aging at 3.7 out of 5, while Sarah's Place Memory Care At Glencroft shows a rating of 5.0. Because these ratings reflect different residential areas within the same overall campus, families should review ratings and comments for the specific area and care level they are considering rather than assuming a uniform experience across the entire community.

Leadership

John Wenzlau is President and Chief Executive Officer of Glencroft Center for Modern Aging, based on the organization's own recent published content, including leading sessions of Glencroft University.

Visit the official Glencroft website for current leadership and organizational information.

Recent News, Growth, and Recognition

Glencroft Receives Innovation Award for Intergenerational Generations Program

In early 2026, Glencroft Center for Modern Aging received the Matt Luger Innovation Award from Covenant Health Network, recognizing its Generations program and its approach to building a connected, intergenerational campus that brings together older adults, preschoolers, and young adults transitioning out of foster care.

Read the company's announcement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glencroft Center for Modern Aging? Glencroft Center for Modern Aging is a nonprofit Continuing Care Retirement Community on a single 40-acre campus in Glendale, Arizona, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and affordable housing.

Where is Glencroft located? Glencroft is located in Glendale, Arizona, on a single 40-acre campus.

Who operates Glencroft? Glencroft is operated by Friendship Retirement Corporation, a non-profit organization, currently led by President and CEO John Wenzlau.

How many Glencroft communities are there? Glencroft is one physical campus in Glendale, Arizona. Senior Care Finder's listing shows 4 entries because distinct named buildings and care areas on campus, including Sarah's Place Memory Care, are listed separately.

Is Glencroft a non-profit? Yes. Glencroft was founded in 1970 by several Christian churches as a non-profit organization and continues to welcome residents of all faiths.

What care options does Glencroft offer? Glencroft offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, respite care, and HUD-subsidized affordable housing, all on one connected campus.

What is the Generations program? Generations is Glencroft's intergenerational program, connecting residents with an on-campus preschool (through a partnership with Bezos Academy) and young adults transitioning out of foster care (through a partnership with Thrive in Glendale).

What is ZoeLife? ZoeLife is Glencroft's signature wellness program, offered at no additional cost to residents, addressing physical, spiritual, social, and emotional well-being.

Does Glencroft offer affordable housing? Yes. Glencroft offers Glendale's only HUD-subsidized apartments for low-income seniors, alongside market-rate independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

What do reviews say about Glencroft? Ratings on Senior Care Finder show 3.7 for the main community and 5.0 for Sarah's Place Memory Care. Families should review ratings and comments for the specific area and care level they are considering.

How can someone schedule a tour of Glencroft? Families can contact Glencroft directly through its Senior Care Finder listing or call the community to schedule a personal tour.

Explore Glencroft Center for Modern Aging

Choosing a senior living community is a personal decision shaped by care needs, budget, and lifestyle preferences. View Glencroft on Senior Care Finder to compare individual residential areas and reviews.

Because Glencroft's campus includes several distinct residential areas, families are encouraged to confirm current care levels, income requirements, and availability directly, and to visit in person before making a final decision.

Glencroft Center for Modern Aging is a paid Senior Care Finder partner. Partner status does not replace the need for families to independently evaluate individual communities, services, pricing, licensing information, and recent reviews.

Company information, leadership details, programs, recognition, and news were reviewed using publicly available sources. Information last reviewed July 2026.