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Chandler is a city located to the southeast of Phoenix, bordered to the north and west by Tempe, to the south by the Gila River Indian Community, to the east by Gilbert and to the north by Mesa. As of 2019, the population of the area was around 262,000, with seniors aged 65 and above making up 10.3% of that number. Chandler has a thriving arts and culture scene, as well as plenty of big-city amenities such as shopping centers, restaurants, health care facilities and entertainment venues. Seniors can enjoy engaging in festivals and events such as the Great American Barbeque & Beer Festival. The town enjoys over 330 days of sunshine year-round, making it an ideal location for older adults looking to escape snow and harsh winters. Many parks, hiking trails, and world-renowned attractions are all part of Chandler’s offerings for senior citizens.
According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2019, the average cost of assisted living in Chandler is $3,500 per month, although prices vary from one facility to the other depending on location, services, and amenities provided.
Note: Data for Chandler assisted living costs was not available, so data for the closest city, Phoenix, was used.
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At $3,500, the assisted living costs in Chandler are $250 lower than the Arizona median cost of $3,750. This price is also $551 cheaper compared to the national average cost of $4,051. The costs are almost the same in the neighboring states of Nevada ($3,400) and Utah ($3,400), but quite lower compared to those of California ($4,500), Colorado ($4,095) and New Mexico ($4,100).
Across Arizona, assisted living costs vary from one city or region to the other depending on location, housing market and access to senior-friendly amenities. The median price of assisted living in the state’s largest city, Phoenix, is $3,500, while that of the second-largest town, Tucson, is $4,695. Other city averages include $5,000 for Flagstaff, $4,410 for Sierra Vista, $3,790 for Prescott and $4,000 for Lake Havasu City. Data for other major cities in Arizona, including Mesa, Scottsdale and Glendale was not available, so information for the closest region, Phoenix, was used.
Arizona’s Medicaid system is referred to as the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS). It’s a managed care system operating as a Health Maintenance Organization with a division that deals explicitly with the needs of senior citizens and disabled individuals, called the Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS). Through the program, eligible seniors and disabled persons can receive long-term care at home, in a nursing facility, or an adult foster residence. It pays for care related services for individuals in assisted living environments, including home nursing, personal care, meal delivery, medical equipment purchase, and more.
Learn more about the ALTCS, the eligibility requirements and application process at our Assisted Living in Arizona page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Chandler Senior Center | (480) 782-2710 | Chandler Senior Center is a gathering place for Chandler’s active community that seeks to provide quality recreational, social, and supportive services to seniors from diverse backgrounds. More than 90% of the community’s daily activities are free and strive to promote social, cultural and healthy living among the visitors. From arts and crafts to social outings, exercises, peer counseling and games, there is something for all seniors. Multipurpose rooms are also available for renting and hosting events such as birthday |
| Arizona Care Check | (602) 542-1025 | Managed by the Arizona Department of Health Services, this platform allows seniors and their families to access a wealth of information about nursing homes, assisted living facilities and child care centers throughout Arizona. The database contains information about the facilities and providers, and records may be searched by location, facility or provider name, and provider type. |
| Area Agency on Aging Region One | (602) 264-2255 | Area Agency on Aging Region One serves as the central information and resource center for senior adults and their families, as well as individuals aged 18 and older with HIV/AIDS, individuals with disabilities and long-term care needs and family caregivers. Individuals can find relevant information and assistance with varying issues, including legal services, elder abuse prevention, health insurance counseling and long-term care ombudsman. |
| Adult Protective Services | (877) 767-2385 | Arizona Adult Protective Services (APS) program is part of the Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS), charged with the responsibility of investigating allegations of abuse, neglect and exploitation of vulnerable adults. The purpose of the investigation is to assess the vulnerable adult’s physical, psychological, functional and cognitive status. Their living environment and support system may also be evaluated. |
| Office of Arizona Governor | (602) 542-4710 | Arizona Governor’s Office on Aging works with state and local agencies and organizations on developing and implanting a variety of aging-related policy and program initiatives. Through the initiative’s website, seniors can find a multitude of resources, information, and links to key local, state, and federal programs and services for seniors. |
Chandler assisted living communities are licensed and governed by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Division of Public Health Licensing – Bureau of Residential Facilities Licensing. All facilities must comply with state laws and regulations around health and safety standards, staffing, medication administration and accommodations. Visit our Assisted Living in Arizona page to learn more about these laws and regulations.