Gilbert Retirement Communities

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.