No matter how you like to spend your retirement days, there's a good chance Gilbert can accommodate, whether it's bird watching, the arts, or sports. You'll also find plenty of Gilbert assisted living facilities (ALFs) to choose from. Here are some useful facts on this Maricopa County city.
If you enjoy nature, don't miss the 110-acre Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch where you can spot nearly 200 species of birds. The city also has 20 parks and a senior center. Some of Gilbert's popular annual events include Gilbert Days and Rodeo, So Long to Summer Fest, Concerts in the Park Series, Holiday Nights of Lights and the Family Halloween Carnival.
Because it sits in the heart of the Phoenix metro area, Gilbert residents have their pick of sporting events year-round including the NBA's Suns, MLB's Diamondbacks, NFL's Cardinals and the NHL's Coyotes. Plus, Arizona State University fields dozens of teams from football to water polo.
Knowing costs when searching for a Gilbert ALF is an important first step. The costs in Gilbert vary depending on factors such as location, demand, supply, amenities, etc. We've included averages as a starting point. According to a Genworth Financial survey, a one-bedroom in a Gilbert assisted living facility averages $3,000 per month. The level of care in nursing homes (e.g. skilled nursing care 24/7) is higher so costs are accordingly higher and sometimes a lot higher. For example, a private room in a Gilbert nursing home averages $6,844 month, while a semi-private averages $5,658. Don't need to leave your home yet? A home health aide will cost $3,995 a month on average, while homemaker services (cooking, running errands, etc.) average $3,790. Gilbert's overall cost of living is 13% higher than the U.S. average.
To see a list of relevant questions to ask when searching for a Gilbert assisted living facility, check out, "How to Select a Facility," Be sure to read the resident reviews included in some of the listings.
| Assisted living (state avg, monthly) | $3,100 |
|---|---|
| Nursing home, semi-private (monthly) | $5,640 |
| Nursing home, private room (monthly) | $6,940 |
| In-home homemaker (monthly) | $3,620 |
| In-home health aide (monthly) | $3,810 |
| Adult day care (monthly) | $1,770 |
Only 1 independent living option is listed directly in Gilbert, so we have added nearby communities within about 15 miles.
613 West Devon Court
Gilbert, AZ 85233
Longevity Assisted Living Home of Arizona provides comprehensive assisted living in exquisite surroundings, promoting independent living through personalized care plans and expertly trained staff. Our main goal at...
580 South Gilbert Road
Gilbert, AZ 85296
Located in Gilbert, Arizona, (named one of Money magazine’s “Best Places to Live in 2006”), Sunrise of Gilbert offers assisted living that’s as desirable and top-quality as the surrounding community. We pride...
3675 South Rome Street
Gilbert, AZ 85297
The Oaks, A Merrill Gardens Community is located in Gilbert, Arizona, in the “Valley of the Sun”. Take advantage of great outdoor space, a lobby café, comfortable living rooms and social meeting areas.
248 North MacDonald
Mesa, AZ 85201
Nestled in the mature neighborhood of historic downtown Mesa, within walking distance of so many entertainment centers and shops, is a senior living community by the name of Vita Bella.
520 South Higley Road
Mesa, AZ 85206-2167
Since The Citadel opened its doors, we have been committed to helping our residents live active, vibrant lives. We encourage each of our residents to fully experience all that The Citadel has to offer here in Mesa...
2555 North Price Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224
Brookdale North Chandler, formerly Park Regency, located in Chandler, Arizona is a unique full-service retirement community offering Independent Living, Personalized Assisted Living, Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care, and...
101 South Yucca Street
Chandler, AZ 85224
At Atria Chandler Villas, residents will enjoy the convenience and comfort of senior living in a peaceful neighborhood just outside Phoenix, Arizona. Among the assisted living community’s many amenities are a heated...
2635 East Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282
The moment you arrive at Friendship Village Tempe, you’ll notice an energy that permeates the atmosphere. Activities abound and there’s laughter in the air. You’ll instantly feel at home.
6220 E Broadway Rd
Mesa, AZ 85206-1626
Brookdale Springs Mesa, formerly The Springs of East Mesa located in Mesa, Arizona offers Independent Living, for seniors. It’s located near its sister community, Brookdale East Arbor, which is an assisted living...
7231 E Broadway Road
Mesa, AZ 85208
Merrill Gardens at Mesa is located 12 miles East of Phoenix, near the Arizona Golf Resort.
6150 S. Rural Road
Tempe, AZ 85283
Our Residents enjoy the independence of individual apartments with the security of a emergency call system in every apartment that is monitored 24 hours per day by our Skilled Nursing staff.
5625 E. McKellips Road
Mesa, AZ 85215
A premier senior-living community in Arizona, Legacy Retirement Residence of Mesa, is designed for seniors who want to trade the responsibility of maintaining a home for a lifestyle of social, educational and leisure...
990 W Ocotillo Rd
Chandler, AZ 85248
Independent and Assisted Living in Chandler Arizona - Retirement Living Comes of Age
8300 East McDowell Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85257
Warm up to 330 sunny days a year at a five-star community where we're committed to the total you - your physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual well-being.
4475 E Knox Roa
Phoenix, AZ 85044
The beauty of living at Mountain Park is that you never have to do it alone. You've spent decades perfecting the art of living, now is your chance to enjoy it. Mountain Park features Independent Living, Assisted...
2080 S. Ironwood Dr
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
Brookdale Apache Junction is an independent living and assisted living retirement community serving residents and their families in the greater Phoenix area. Amenities include Emergency Alert System, Pet Friendly,...