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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sparks, NV for 2024

Assisted living facilities in Sparks are residential communities that provide personalized care, maintenance-free living spaces and support services to residents, who are typically older, active adults. This support system allows residents to maintain their independence and quality of life. The cost of assisted living in Sparks averages $3,820 per month, which is $680 cheaper than the national average.

This guide discusses the pros and cons associated with senior living in Sparks, as well as some specific information about assisted living in the area. It also lists resources that can assist seniors residing in assisted living communities and those seeking that level of care in Sparks.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Sparks

Assisted living facilities in Nevada are regulated by the Department of Health and Human Services Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH) and Bureau of Health Care and Compliance Division. This agency publishes and revises state laws and regulations, oversees employee training laws and issues licensing for residential facilities.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Sparks

  • While crime rates in Sparks are slightly higher than the U.S. national average, they are significantly lower than the crime rates in nearby Reno. Using a 100-point rating system, the national average crime rates are 22.7 for violent crime and 35.4 for property crime, whereas those rates in Sparks’ are 24.4 and 39.4. Less than 4 miles away in Reno, the violent crime rate is 34.8, and the property crime rate is 44.7. Senior living and 55+ communities with security gates and personnel are good deterrents for property crime. 
  • There are plenty of senior-friendly recreational and leisure opportunities in and around the town of Sparks. For outdoor fun, there are several public parks with tennis courts and picnic areas, as well as a lake with a beach and a marina. Indoor activities include 24/7 casinos and community centers with pools and fitness gyms. 
  • Using 100 to represent the U.S. national average for cost comparisons, the overall cost of living in Sparks is 115.7, while the Nevada average is 109.7. At 154.3, housing costs in Sparks are the factor that drives the general cost of living over state and national levels. The only other category of goods or services that is more expensive in Sparks than the national average is groceries, coming in at 101.3. Utility costs in Sparks come in at 96.8, and health care comes in at 95.7. Seniors may be able to offset some of the town’s housing costs by choosing to live in a senior living community.
  • The climate in Sparks includes hot summers, with many days between June and August reaching 90°F or beyond. Although balmy summers are common for all of Nevada, wintertime in Sparks, while cold, is warmer than in most parts of the state. The humidity is low in Sparks, and the town averages about 8 inches of rainfall annually. 
  • The Sparks/Reno area is surrounded by a number of major hospitals, medical centers and round-the-clock emergency services. In fact, Nevada’s largest hospital, Renown Regional Medical Center, is located just minutes away in Reno. 

Paying for Assisted Living in Sparks

Assisted living residents in Sparks pay an average of $3,820 monthly. Exact costs may vary depending on location, floor plan, extra services and amenities. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living care in Sparks costs a monthly average of $3,820. That is $680 cheaper than the US national average but $70 more than Nevada’s statewide average cost. Assisted living residents in nearby Reno pay $430 more each month than residents in Sparks pay, whereas residents in the Las Vegas area pay $70 less. Across the state border in California, assisted living care in the Sacramento area is $1,405 higher on average than Sparks’ rates.

Sparks

$3,820

Nevada

$3,750

United States

$4,500

Reno

$4,250

Las Vegas

$3,650

Sacramento, CA

$5,225

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors in the Sparks area needing varying levels of assistance with daily living activities have several care options from which to choose. In-home care and home health care offer similar help to assisted living care but in residents’ own homes. This type of home-based care costs $2,281 more per month than assisted living. Nursing homes provide the highest level of care but are also the most expensive. Residents pay $9,399 monthly for semiprivate accommodations, which is $5,579 higher than assisted living rates.

In-Home Care

$6,101

Home Health Care

$6,101

Assisted Living Facility

$3,820

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,399

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Sparks

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More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits 
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Nevada page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Sparks

There are several programs and services in and around the Sparks area designed to help seniors pay for and manage the costs of assisted living. These resources can also help seniors retain their independence for as long as possible and access the benefits to which they are entitled. 

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Washoe County Senior Services(775) 328-2575Washoe County Senior Services offers a host of valuable services to older adults and their loved ones. Its centers, which are located throughout the county, allow seniors to enjoy congregate meals and social activities. This organization also assists seniors with Medicare questions, medication management and vaccination requests.
Aging and Disability Services ADSD(775) 687-0800Supported by the Nevada Department of Health & Human Services, ADSD offers a number of programs to area seniors, including ombudsman services, elder abuse cases, communication access, Medicare assistance and the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP).
Washoe Senior Ride(775) 348-7433Washoe Senior Ride is a taxi-based transportation program of the RTC (Regional Transportation Commision). Seniors in Washoe County can apply to the program to receive deeply discounted taxi fares.
Reno VA Regional Benefit Office(800) 698-2411Reno VA Regional Benefit Office helps veterans apply for a range of benefits and services, including claims assistance, registration help, disability increases and guidance on training and employment.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Sparks

Sparks Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Nevada are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Nevada page for more information about these laws.

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