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Assisted Living Communities in Gilbert, Arizona

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Gilbert, AZ below include 124 Assisted Living facilities with 1503 reviews. On average in Gilbert, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Gilbert, AZ and Nearby Cities

Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey lists the cost of assisted living in Gilbert at about $5,500 per month, making the city an economical choice compared to Prescott, where seniors pay $950 more. However, seniors still save money when considering other locations in Arizona. Tucson stands out as one of the most budget-friendly at $4,575, but retirees also only pay $4,925 for care in Lake Havasu.

Gilbert

$5,500

Arizona

$5,500

The United States

$5,350

Prescott

$6,450

Tucson

$4,575

Lake Havasu

$4,925

Paying for Assisted Living in Gilbert

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Gilbert

Low-income seniors residing in Gilbert 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.

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.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Gilbert, AZ

Seniors spend less on assisted living than other types of care in Gilbert, with in-home care offering the most comparable rate at $6,197 per month. While usually one of the most affordable options, adult day health care costs $8,667 in this city, far exceeding the price of assisted living. Seniors needing medical care also pay $2,484 more than assisted living for semi-private nursing home accommodations.

In-Home Care

$6,197

Home Health Care

$7,055

Adult Day Health Care

$8,667

Assisted Living Facility

$5,500

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$7,984

Note: Since data for Gilbert is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Phoenix, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Gilbert

Seniors in Gilbert can access the following resources to help them learn more about assisted living and how to plan their long-term care.

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Area Agency on Aging Region One(602) 264-4357As the local Area Agency on Aging, this agency runs a 24-hour senior helpline that provides referrals and information to older adults. Social workers here can provide health insurance counseling, care needs assessments and mental health care. Serving Maricopa County, this agency also offers healthy aging classes and advocacy programs such as the Long-Term Care Ombudsman.
Arizona Department of Veterans Services(602) 535-1215Veterans can get help learning about and applying for the benefits and financial aid programs. This organization also provides mental health care and health care referrals through the VA medical system.
Legal Aid of Arizona(480) 658-2552This pro-bono law firm offers free information and assistance with a variety of civil matters. These include housing and financial issues like debt, tax disputes and public benefits access. Seniors can also get help with creating wills, trusts and estate plans and health care directives. Free legal clinics provide self-help information.

What to Consider About Assisted Living in Gilbert

In Gilbert and the rest of the state, assisted living facilities are governed by the Arizona Department of Health Services. This department ensures that long-term care homes preserve the dignity and quality of life of their residents with high-quality services.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Gilbert

  • Gilbert gets lots of sun, with 91 more sunny days than the U.S. average. It has a dry climate with low rainfall and no snow in the winter.
  • Gilbert is a very safe place to live with low crime rates. Property crime in Gilbert ranks 23.1 points compared to the U.S.’s 35.4. Its violent crime rate is less than half of the national median. 

  • Gilbert has slightly fewer physicians per capita than the national average, at 201 per 100,000 people compared to 210. However, the local Mercy Gilbert Medical Center has been recognized as one of the best in the state by U.S. News, meaning that quality health care isn’t hard to find.
  • The air quality here is good compared to many other U.S. cities, at four points higher than the average of 58. This makes Gilbert great for seniors with allergies.
  • Unfortunately, the overall cost of living in Gilbert is 16.3 points over the national average of 100. However, health care costs here are cheaper than in many other American cities.
  • Gilbert has a low income tax rate compared to the national average. The state also offers tax breaks to seniors who get Social Security retirement benefits.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Gilbert

Gilbert-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Arizona are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Arizona page for more information about these laws.

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Tiffany

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Review of Clearwater Agritopia

I toured Clearwater Agritopia. They have full kitchens. The staff who gave the tour was very nice, friendly, and pleasant. You could tell that a lot of the clients there know her. They were...

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Pat02

I visited this facility

Review of The Oaks

The tour at The Oaks was very helpful, but I think we're gonna put my sister in rehab first. The staff during the tour was very thorough. The place was very nice. It just didn't suit our needs....

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Pat02

I visited this facility

Review of Sky Ridge Senior Living

We like Sky Ridge Senior Living. Whoever gave us the tour was very thorough. We liked what we saw. She took us to both sides of the facility. The food looked appetizing. Everything was clean and...

Provider response

Thank you very much for your kind words. We are so happy to hear that you had such a positive tour and enjoyed visiting our community. We hope to welcome your family into ours!

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