The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Gilbert, AZ

Page Reviewed / Updated - July 27, 2020

Gilbert is an Arizona city with about 250,000 residents, with approximately 9.1% being seniors over the age of 65. The city is part of the Phoenix metropolitan area, providing residents with easy access to big city conveniences and amenities while retaining its suburban lifestyle benefits. 

Overall safety, weather, and access to recreational and cultural activities are among the best reasons for seniors to retire in Gilbert. In addition to having lower rates of property and violent crime than the U.S. average, Gilbert has better air and water. Its southwestern climate keeps the weather pleasant the majority of the year, encouraging seniors to stay active in exploring outdoor activities, while its proximity to Phoenix places residents moments away from museums and performing arts centers.

Note: Information for Gilbert was not available, so data from the nearest city, Phoenix, was used. 

Read through our list of Gilbert's best assisted living facilities to find the community that best meets your needs. Additionally, find out more about the cost of assisted living in Gilbert and what financial assistance programs are available.

The Best Assisted Living Facilities in Gilbert, Arizona

Sunrise of Gilbert

580 South Gilbert Road
Gilbert, Arizona 85296
(520) 433-4723

Award-winning senior living community Sunrise of Gilbert offers independent living, assisted living and memory care, making it easy for seniors to gracefully age in place. Seniors have around-the-clock access to certified caregivers and an activities calendar providing frequent daily opportunities for social, intellectual and spiritual enrichment. Residents can choose from a variety of spacious floorplans, which include weekly housekeeping and daily trash removal services. A licensed nurse provides monthly wellness visits, and residents receive three nutritious meals a day with snacks in between. 

• On-site home health and physical therapy
• Conveniently located near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

LivGenerations Agritopia

2811 East Agritopia Loop South
Gilbert, Arizona 85296
(480) 485-2000

The resort-style amenities and continuum of care at LivGenerations Agritopia make it an ideal community for seniors looking to stay active throughout their retirement. Community amenities include an on-site salon, theater, fitness club, and library. The spacious fireside lounge with its grand piano offers a welcoming atmosphere for residents to relax and socialize between activities. Resident-led clubs encourage socialization between like-minded neighbors, while events in the game room bring out residents' competitive spirits. 

• Diverse activities calendar includes fitness classes and off-site excursions
• Nutritious, freshly prepared meals with options for special diets

Savanna House

1415 North San Benito Drive
Gilbert, Arizona 85234
(480) 842-5541

Conveniently located less than a mile away from the nearest hospital, Savanna House is an assisted living and memory care community in Gilbert, Arizona. Residents in the memory care program participate in hands-on activities designed to stimulate moments from the past, while all seniors benefit from community areas such as the movie theater, arts and crafts room, social lounges and multiple activity rooms. We decided to include Savanna House on our list of Gilbert's top 10 assisted living facilities because of its unique high-quality dining program. 

• Studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments with private bathrooms
• On-site beauty and barbershop

Mariposa Point of Gilbert

1445 Willis Road
Gilbert, Arizona 85297
(480) 757-1498

Mariposa Point of Gilbert is a pet-friendly senior living community with a wide range of on-site amenities including outdoor lounge areas, a putting green and walking trails. The community offers assisted living and a state-of-the-art memory care program with 24-hour supervision from certified caregivers. Residents receive three chef-prepared meals a day as well as all-day snacks. Scheduled transportation ensures everyone can go shopping and attend their doctor appointments, while the daily event calendar encourages residents to socialize and participate in arts and crafts sessions, entertainment activities and cultural outings. 

• Holistic wellness program targeting six aspects of wellbeing.
• On-site physician visits

The Oaks, A Merrill Gardens Community

3675 South Street
Gilbert, Arizona 85297
(480) 734-2017

Moments away from shopping and parks and less than 30 miles from Phoenix, The Oaks, a Merrill Gardens Community is situated in an ideal location for seniors seeking an active retirement. Residents have a choice between private and shared accommodations which are all pet-friendly and include emergency call systems and weekly housekeeping service. Chef-prepared meals are served all day at the bistro, while activities and social events occur throughout the property such as the movie theater, the courtyard, comfortable living areas and the library. 

• Offering independent living, assisted living and memory care enables aging in place
• Community provided transportation

Eternal Spring of Gilbert

940 East Williams Field Road
Gilbert, Arizona 85295
(480) 812-8100

Eternal Spring of Gilbert is a memory care and assisted living facility that strives to provide seniors with an environment that facilitates socialization with plentiful opportunities for stimulating the body and mind. After a chef-prepared breakfast in the restaurant-style dining room, residents can work on their balance and strength during the yoga and group exercises classes at the well-equipped fitness studio. Staff members take care of housekeeping and maintenance each week, and transportation is provided when residents need to travel to medical appointments. 

• Dedicated space for on-site worship services
• Assistance with medication management and tasks of daily living

Quail Park at Morrison Ranch

3333 East Morrison Ranch Parkway
Gilbert, Arizona 85296
(602) 428-6358

Quail Park at Morrison Ranch made our top 10 list of the best assisted living facilities in Gilbert because of its well-appointed accommodations and luxurious amenities. Its lush grounds feature landscaped walking paths, and residents are moments away from Morrison Ranch Lake. Nutritious meals are prepared from scratch by the on-site chef, and the community has its own pub with a pizza oven for casual get-togethers. Studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments are available, all of which include advanced emergency call systems and regular housekeeping services. 

• Personalized care plans for residents in assisted living and memory care
• Community amenities include a fitness center, a putting green and sustainable gardening opportunities

Am Home Assisted Living

1386 East Buffalo Street
Gilbert, Arizona 85295
(480) 625-3491

Owned and operated by a licensed nurse, Am Home Assisted Living prioritizes residents' safety, keeping a physician on call around-the-clock in addition to its 24-hour certified caregivers. Between birthday celebrations, games and social events, the activities calendar is designed to provide all residents with opportunities for socialization. The community's caregivers can assist with a range of tasks including personal hygiene, medication management and mobility. In the community dining room, residents are served three daily home-cooked meals, and healthy snacks are available throughout the day. 

• Furnished private and semi-private rooms
• Housekeeping and laundry service included

The Enclave at Gilbert

4929 South Val Vista Drive
Gilbert, Arizona 85298
(623) 500-4869

The Enclave at Gilbert is a senior living community in Gilbert, AZ, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Whether it's crafting, a group excursion to a local museum, cooking classes or card games, the community activity calendar aims to engage seniors across a range of interests. In the spacious dining room, residents can choose from a varied menu of nutritious entrees, all prepared with fresh ingredients by a professional chef. While residents are busy socializing and pursuing their passions, The Enclave's friendly staff members are taking care of the housekeeping, linen and laundry.  

• Community amenities: putting green, swimming pool, state-of-the-art wellness center
• Conveniently located near outdoor activities such as birdwatching and nature walks at nearby parks

The Citadel Senior Living

520 South Higley Road
Mesa, Arizona 85206
(480) 832-7600

The Citadel Senior Living enables seniors to spend their golden years enjoying their hobbies and connecting with like-minded adults by providing quick access to medical care, a robust event calendar and taking care of the routine daily tasks. Staff members work around the clock performing housekeeping and laundry services, while a licensed nurse is always on-site for overseeing medication administration and coordinating urgent medical situations. Residents have access to a host of exciting amenities including a swimming pool and hot tub, a library, an arts and crafts center and a billiards room. Residents can even complete their banking needs without leaving the property. 

• Event calendar with social, intellectual and recreational activities
• Restaurant-style dining

The Cost of Senior Living and Care in Gilbert

Residents of Arizona will find that the cost of senior care in Gilbert is on-par with the state averages for two out of the four types of senior care included in the Genworth 2018 Cost of Care Survey. The cost of both assisted living and nursing home care in Gilbert are within $50 of the state average.

The difference in cost of adult day care in the city and the Arizona average is higher at $163, which is not out of reach for most seniors. These results indicate these three types of care are reasonably priced in Gilbert.

Local seniors may find more affordable home health care services elsewhere in the state, however; these services cost $439 more per month in Gilbert than in other parts of Arizona. 

Note: The costs for senior care in Gilbert were not available. As a result, data for the greater Phoenix metropolitan area was used instead.

Gilbert Assisted Living Costs

The average assisted living community in Gilbert costs $3,850 per month and represents a nominal difference compared to the statewide monthly average of $3,800 for the same type of care. The cost of assisted living in Gilbert, though higher than the state average, is still well below the nationwide average of $4,000 per month. When Gilbert's assisted living costs are compared to other major population centers in the state, the city proves to be one of the most affordable locales within Arizona.

Average monthly costs for assisted living in Arizona range from a low of $3,500 to a high of $5,100. Flagstaff has the highest monthly average at $5,098, while Lake Havasu City boasts the lowest cost at $3,500.

Gilbert Home Care Costs

Home health care services in Gilbert represent the greatest difference in price when comparing the city to other population centers, the state average in Arizona, and the US average. Gilbert home health services cost an average of $4,767 per month compared to a national average of $4,004 and a state average of $4,328 for the same type of care.

Gilbert home health care services also cost more than every other major population center in Arizona. The difference in cost between Gilbert and other cities ranges from roughly $450 per month to nearly $1,000 per month. Tucson has the next closest monthly average at $4,576, while Prescott and Lake Havasu City are tied for the lowest monthly average at $3,813.

Gilbert Adult Day Care Costs

While adult day care services in Gilbert are near the Arizona state average for the same type of senior care, the monthly cost in the city is much higher than the national average. Gilbert residents can expect to pay $2,167 on average per month for adult day care, while the state average is $2,004 per month and the US average is just $1,560 per month.

Additionally, most of the other major cities in Arizona have monthly adult day care costs that are below the state average, in some cases, and much closer to the national average in each case. For example, Yuma has the closest average to the US average at just $1,625 per month for adult day care.

Gilbert Nursing Home Costs

When compared to other types of Gilbert senior care, nursing home care is among the most affordable as it relates to statewide and national averages. The US monthly average for nursing home care is $7,441 and the statewide average is $6,494. The cost of nursing home care in Gilbert is $6,540 per month.

That monthly average cost for nursing home care puts Gilbert in the middle of the range throughout the state of Arizona. The range within the state moves between a low of $6,083 and a high of $7,832, with Lake Havasu City representing the most affordable city and Flagstaff the least affordable city.

Financial Assistance Programs in Gilbert

Medicaid Program in Gilbert

Medicaid in Arizona is administered through the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System 1115 Demonstration. A Health Maintenance Organization, or HMO, Arizona's Medicaid is organized as a managed care system. Gilbert Medicaid programs exist to assist seniors in paying for the cost of long-term care and includes options to help cover the cost of in-home care, as well as stays in nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

Medicaid assistance is delivered to Gilbert seniors through the Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS). Through ALTCS, seniors in Gilbert receive assistance in paying for long-term care in the home, in an adult foster care facility, or in a nursing home. Seniors can also leverage the program to pay for senior care services in an assisted living community. ALTCS provides additional financial assistance to seniors to cover the cost of a variety of other senior care services, including in-home nursing care, meal delivery services, and durable medical equipment. The ALTCS program has no enrollment caps and is open to all Gilbert seniors.

While ALTCS represents the broader Medicaid system in Gilbert, there are two different options available to receive these services. These programs are Agency With Choice (AWC)/Community First Choice Option and the Self-Directed Attendant Care (SDAC) option. Although the programs are similar, there are important differences to understand.

AWC is the newer of the two Arizona Medicaid options and gives Gilbert seniors greater control over the care they receive. Seniors have the power to hire and dismiss personal caregivers, and can even select a family member to serve as an eligible personal caregiver under the program's guidelines. AWC pays for a variety of senior care services in Gilbert, including:

• Mobility-related issues
• Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), such as eating, bathing, grooming, and dressing
• Home cleaning and laundry assistance
• Meal deliveries

The eligibility requirements for financial assistance through AWC include:

• A proven need for the same level of care offered in a nursing home, that without such services a Gilbert senior would be forced to move into such a facility
• Income caps of $2,313 per month for individuals or $4,626 per month for couples

AWC is classified as an entitlement option. As such, all Gilbert seniors who qualify for Medicaid can select this program as a means of paying for senior care costs in Gilbert. The AWC program has no wait list for its services and seniors can enroll by visiting any Arizona Long Term Care System Office.

SDAC operates in a slightly different manner than the AWC option. The SDAC option puts Gilbert seniors in the position of being the legal employer of their personal care provider, including in the event that a family member is the one fulfilling that role. SDAC pays for both personal senior care and the cost of equipment that promotes the independence of the individual. SDAC was designed to give Gilbert seniors greater flexibility when it comes to selecting the services that best suit their individual needs. SDAC is primarily responsible for covering the cost of services that allow seniors to age in place rather than moving into an assisted living or nursing home facility. Such services include, but are not limited to:

• Installation of shower chairs and/or grab bars
• Assistance with basic skill nursing tasks, such as blood sugar monitoring
• Meal prep
• Shopping for home essentials
• Assistance with ADLs

SDAC has the same eligibility requirements as the AWC program in terms of both the level of care required and individual/couple income levels. Gilbert seniors can apply for SDAC at an Arizona Long Term Care System Office, but do note that there is the possibility of a wait list for certain services.

Other Financial Assistance Programs in Gilbert

Non-Medical, Home and Community Based Services (NMHCBS)

The state of Arizona also offers seniors one non-Medicaid assistance option to help pay for the costs of senior care in Gilbert. Known as the Non-Medical, Home and Community Based Services (NMHCBS) program, this option provides non-medical services to Gilbert seniors in their homes to promote independence and the ability to age in place. The benefits available through NMHCBS may include personal care services, adult day care, homemaking services, and even home modifications. To qualify for this program, Gilbert seniors must:

• Show a proven need for assistance with at least three different Activities of Daily Living
• Be 60 years or older

NMHCBS is available to Gilbert seniors with no income caps to meet, but those individuals who already qualify for Medicaid assistance are not eligible for benefits through this program.

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