Nearly 280,000 residents call Chandler home, approximately 33,500 of them seniors. As a vibrant suburb of Phoenix, Chandler offers seniors the same tax advantages and pleasant climate with a lower crime rate and easier access to high-quality medical care.

Seniors who live in Chandler pay approximately $4,000 per month to live in an assisted living community, which is less than the state and national cost averages for assisted living services. Assisted living communities provide seniors with much-needed care and independence. Caregivers regularly perform health wellness checks and offer seniors access to medical and cognitive therapies and social activities.

This guide to assisted living in Chandler, Arizona, provides an overview of the benefits and drawbacks of living in Chandler as a senior and a cost comparison of assisted living costs across the region and how these costs compare with other types of senior care. Finally, this guide also provides a table of local free or low-cost assisted living resources for seniors who call Chandler home.

Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Chandler, AZ

2013, 2015

Brookdale Chandler Regional

750 South Pennington Drive, Chandler, AZ, 85224

Brookdale Chandler Regional is a senior assisted living facility conveniently located in Chandler, Arizona, in a residential area directly across from the Chandler Regional Hospital. The facility’s … (read more)
Brookdale Chandler Regional is a senior assisted living facility conveniently located in Chandler, Arizona, in a residential area directly across from the Chandler Regional Hospital. The facility’s … (read more)

North Chandler Place

2555 North Price Rd., Chandler, AZ, 85224

I visited North Chandler Place. It was pretty rundown and was not as nice as the other places I toured. I saw the assisted living side and I saw a community-type area, but it was definitely in need of … (read more)
I visited North Chandler Place. It was pretty rundown and was not as nice as the other places I toured. I saw the assisted living side and I saw a community-type area, but it was definitely in need of … (read more)

Clarendale of Chandler

5900 S Gilbert Road , Chandler, AZ, 85249

Clarendale of Chandler is a lovely facility. There is senior living, assisted living, and memory care. My in-laws are in the assisted living. It’s very clean and the rooms are very well taken care of. … (read more)
Clarendale of Chandler is a lovely facility. There is senior living, assisted living, and memory care. My in-laws are in the assisted living. It’s very clean and the rooms are very well taken care of. … (read more)

2016, 2017, 2019

Sunrise of Chandler

5757 West Chandler Blvd., Chandler, AZ, 85226

Sunrise of Chandler is a senior assisted living and memory care facility located in Chandler, Arizona. The facility offers assisted living, respite care, short-term care and Alzheimer’s care. Sunris … (read more)
Sunrise of Chandler is a senior assisted living and memory care facility located in Chandler, Arizona. The facility offers assisted living, respite care, short-term care and Alzheimer’s care. Sunris … (read more)
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2016, 2017, 2019

2015

The Village at Ocotillo

990 West Ocotillo Road, Chandler, AZ, 85248

My parents moved into The Village at Ocotillo. They have friendly staff, great food, and an upscale environment. They have swimming and bingo. They have a lot of activities for them.
My parents moved into The Village at Ocotillo. They have friendly staff, great food, and an upscale environment. They have swimming and bingo. They have a lot of activities for them.

2012, 2013

Brookdale Central Chandler

1919 W. Carla Vista Dr., Chandler, AZ, 85224

Brookdale Central Chandler is located in Chandler, Arizona, between two major highways, convenient to shopping and restaurants and within driving distance to several parks. Visitors have consistently … (read more)
Brookdale Central Chandler is located in Chandler, Arizona, between two major highways, convenient to shopping and restaurants and within driving distance to several parks. Visitors have consistently … (read more)

2015

Brookdale Chandler Ray Road

2800 West Ray Road, Chandler, AZ, 85224

Brookdale Chandler Ray Road is located just a few miles south of Arizona State University, and it’s described by visitors as a smaller assisted living facility with a homelike feel. Residents are able … (read more)
Brookdale Chandler Ray Road is located just a few miles south of Arizona State University, and it’s described by visitors as a smaller assisted living facility with a homelike feel. Residents are able … (read more)

Park Senior Villas

4950 S. Lindsay Road, Chandler, AZ, 85249

PARK Senior Villas – Chandler was very clean and open. There’s a huge outdoor area for the residents to be in. The rooms were large. The staff was very friendly. They had several dining rooms. Emily w … (read more)
PARK Senior Villas – Chandler was very clean and open. There’s a huge outdoor area for the residents to be in. The rooms were large. The staff was very friendly. They had several dining rooms. Emily w … (read more)

Grace Manor of Arizona II

314 W Crofton St., Chandler, AZ, 85225

The group homeowner and caregivers at this facility are beyond genuine (humanitarian gems)! I always felt like they cared for my mom (and our family as visitors) as if we were part of their own family … (read more)
The group homeowner and caregivers at this facility are beyond genuine (humanitarian gems)! I always felt like they cared for my mom (and our family as visitors) as if we were part of their own family … (read more)

Cadence Chandler

100 W. Queen Creek Rd., Chandler, AZ, 85248, Chandler, AZ, 85248


Pennington Gardens

977 South Pennington Drive, Chandler, AZ, 85224

Pennington Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care is a very nice, clean facility. Instead of a la carte they offer different levels of care, which makes it more affordable, and actually budgetable … (read more)
Pennington Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care is a very nice, clean facility. Instead of a la carte they offer different levels of care, which makes it more affordable, and actually budgetable … (read more)

Gemini Assisted Living

2371 E. Fairview St., Chandler, AZ, 85225


Gemini Assisted Living

733 E Gemini Place, Chandler, AZ, 85286

Situated south of Phoenix in Chandler, Arizona, Gemini Assisted Living is a senior facility that feels like home. The pristine landscaping welcomes residents and visitors to the community. Residents e … (read more)
Situated south of Phoenix in Chandler, Arizona, Gemini Assisted Living is a senior facility that feels like home. The pristine landscaping welcomes residents and visitors to the community. Residents e … (read more)

Gemini Assisted Living

3190 W. Drake St., Chandler, AZ, 85225


2017

Renaissance Luxury Apartment

9508 E. Riggs Road, Chandler, AZ, 85248

Renaissance Luxury Apartment is located in Sun Lakes, Arizona, 8 miles south of Chandler and minutes from the Cottonwood Country Club and Sun Lakes Golf Course. Visitors compare the attractive, clean … (read more)
Renaissance Luxury Apartment is located in Sun Lakes, Arizona, 8 miles south of Chandler and minutes from the Cottonwood Country Club and Sun Lakes Golf Course. Visitors compare the attractive, clean … (read more)

2012, 2015, 2016

Solterra Senior Living at Chandler

350 S Alma School Rd, Chandler, AZ, 85224

We toured Solterra Senior Living at Chandler. The girl during the tour was good, but the biggest apartment they have is 700 square feet and that’s a two-bedroom. It’s tiny and it’s not upscale. It’s m … (read more)
We toured Solterra Senior Living at Chandler. The girl during the tour was good, but the biggest apartment they have is 700 square feet and that’s a two-bedroom. It’s tiny and it’s not upscale. It’s m … (read more)
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2012, 2015, 2016

2016

Gardens at Ocotillo Senior Living

1601 West Queen Creek Road, Chandler, AZ, 85248

My father originally came to Gardens for 30 days of respite care in June of 2018. In October the same year he decided to make it his permanent residence. I have great peace of mind having him there an … (read more)
My father originally came to Gardens for 30 days of respite care in June of 2018. In October the same year he decided to make it his permanent residence. I have great peace of mind having him there an … (read more)

Ageless Angels Assisted Living

1100 S Dobson Rd, Ste 112, Chandler, AZ, 85286

My wife is in Ageless Angel’s, and it is a very nice place. It is only four miles from where I live, so I can go to her easily. I like it. She has her own bedroom. Somebody cleans it every day. They … (read more)
My wife is in Ageless Angel’s, and it is a very nice place. It is only four miles from where I live, so I can go to her easily. I like it. She has her own bedroom. Somebody cleans it every day. They … (read more)

Desert Breeze Assisted Living

1080 S Amber St, Chandler, AZ, 85286

My relative moved into Desert Breeze Assisted Living. It has a nice homey atmosphere. They clean the place all the time. He has a room that has a cable TV. I don’t like the decorations, so they have t … (read more)
My relative moved into Desert Breeze Assisted Living. It has a nice homey atmosphere. They clean the place all the time. He has a room that has a cable TV. I don’t like the decorations, so they have t … (read more)

Castle Canyon Assisted Living

3291 W Harrison St, Chandler, AZ, 85226

We had my mother-in-law at Castle Canyon and it was wonderful. We had wonderful treatment from them. The caretakers were wonderful. I highly recommend them. The staff was wonderful, very caring, and d … (read more)
We had my mother-in-law at Castle Canyon and it was wonderful. We had wonderful treatment from them. The caretakers were wonderful. I highly recommend them. The staff was wonderful, very caring, and d … (read more)

COVID-19 Rules for Assisted Living in Chandler

Since most COVID-19 rules for Assisted Living Communities and other Senior Living Facilities are set at the state level, you can view the specific rules for your state on our Guide to Assisted Living in Arizona. Keep in mind that every community has specific policies that they put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.

What to Consider About Assisted Living in Chandler

In Arizona, the Bureau of Residential Facilities Licensing is responsible for the licensure and regulation of residential health care facilities, which includes assisted living communities. The bureau is also responsible for following up with consumer complaints and ensuring that safety procedures are up to par in the state’s assisted living communities.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Chandler

  • The weather is a mixed bag of oppressive heat and warm, pleasant winter days. During the summer, temperatures regularly surpass 90 degrees, and with nearly 300 sunny days a year (compared to the national average of 205), Chandler can experience significant heat. Fortunately, winters are comfortable, with temps rarely dipping below 40 degrees.
  • The overall crime rate of Chandler is higher than the national average, but compared to communities of the same general size, it’s lower than average. Like other large-city suburbs, the crime rate varies by area, with some neighborhoods less desirable than others. The Chandler Police Department employs more than 330 sworn officers, equivalent to one police officer for approximately every 800 residents, compared to one officer for every 500 or so residents in the neighboring city of Mesa.
  • For seniors wishing to retire in Chandler, Arizona is very tax-friendly to seniors. Social Security benefits aren’t taxed, and there’s no estate or inheritance tax, leaving seniors free to award property or land to their loved ones without exorbitant costs. While the state and local sales tax is a little high at 8.4%, the state income tax range is under 3%.
  • Chandler is in a unique position within Arizona. The suburban community has a population of more than 250,000 people and plenty of local destinations for seniors to explore, including the Chandler Fashion Center and other shopping venues. Downtown Chandler is also quite walkable, with multiple parks and eateries. For seniors who get bored easily, Phoenix — and all of its cultural and social attractions — is just 20 miles to the north.
  • While medical costs are slightly higher in Chandler than in other parts of the state and the physicians per capita rate is less than the national average, the state has implemented legislation known as Proposition 449 to help grow the number of medical professionals in Arizona. This will also serve to benefit the local hospitals and medical facilities, including Chandler Regional Medical Center, which is regionally ranked as 5th in the state and is high-performing in eight conditions/procedures.

Paying for Assisted Living in Chandler

The cost of assisted living care in Chandler is $3,975 per month, just a few dollars less per month than the state’s average cost of $4,000 per month and almost $500 less than the national average for assisted living services.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Compared with the costs in nearby cities, Chandler is one of the least expensive cities for assisted living care. Yuma is the only nearby city that boasts a more affordable price tag for assisted living, and it’s only $175 less per month than Chandler. Likewise, assisted living care in Chandler is $75 less per month than Tucson, $525 less than Prescott Valley and more than $1,000 less per month than Flagstaff.

$3975

Chandler

$4000

Arizona

$4500

United States

$4050

Tucson

$4500

Prescott Valley

$3800

Yuma

$5000

Kingston

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

The cost of assisted living care in Chandler is almost $4,000 per month. This is just over $1,800 more per month than the cost of adult day health care, where seniors stay in a community setting during the day and return home in the evening. Assisted living care in Chandler is less expensive than other types of care. In particular, assisted living facilities cost nearly $2,000 less per month than either in-home care and home health care and approximately $2,400 less per month than a semiprivate room in a nursing home.

$5958

In-Home Care

$5958

Home Health Care

$2167

Adult Day Health Care

$3975

Assisted Living Facility

$6418

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

Note: Data for Chandler was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Phoenix, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Chandler

Low-income seniors residing in Chandler have access to three programs that could help pay for assisted living, including Arizona Non-Medical, Home and Community Based ServicesSupplemental Security Income and Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System, which is Arizona’s Medicaid program. 

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Arizona page.

Paying for Assisted Living Facilities in Arizona

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 Arizona page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Chandler

Chandler is a city that provides for its senior population. Yet its proximity to Phoenix and the myriad of senior-focused organizations in the area can make it difficult to find the resources many seniors need the most. The table below is a compilation of some of the most popular free and low-cost assisted living resources available for seniors in Chandler.

Resource

Contact

Services 

(602) 264-4357 

The Area Agency on Aging, Region One, is a Phoenix-based organization for seniors. In addition to a 24-hour helpline, the agency offers healthy living classes, support groups, referral services and access to elderSHOP, a personal shopping service for seniors who can't get out to the store.

(866) 637-5341

This nonprofit agency provides seniors with legal advice and assistance dealing with common aging issues. These include inheritance and property transferral advice, help drafting advance directives and guardianship papers and assistance with other legal issues. 

602-264-2255

Arizona's Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program advocates for seniors who live in assisted living communities and other long-term care facilities. The program mediates between seniors and care facilities when there's a care issue and represents seniors in cases of mistreatment or abuse.

 (480) 782-2720

The Chandler Senior Center is a gathering spot and service organization for seniors living in Chandler. The center provides hot lunches each day and access to weekly activities and celebrations. It also offers free blood pressure checks, peer counseling and a Dial-A-Ride service.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Chandler

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

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Arizona