Arizona Assisted Living

Arizona is an incredible state with 7+ million individuals and rapidly growing. It is one of the fastest growing states not only in the West, but America.

Why look for assisted living in Arizona?

Arizona is often considered one of the top 5 states for senior care along with Florida, Texas, California and New York.

Part of the reason is the fantastic winters. Arizona is located in the southwestern desert and therefore has arguably the mildest winter in the U.S. with temperatures that average 56 degrees.

For that reason alone, Arizona senior living is popular, then there is the fact that Arizona has always been a leader in elderly care. In fact, the first assisted living facility was established here over a half-century ago.

Arizona Assisted Living - Cost

The Top 5 Most Affordable Cities for Assisted Living in Arizona per month:

1. Kingman, AZ - $3,400
2. Bullhead City, AZ - $3,430
3. Apache Junction, AZ - $3,500
4. Prescott Valley, AZ - $3,530
5. Sun City, AZ - $3,550

The Top 5 Most Expensive Cities for Assisted Living in Arizona:

1. Oro Valley, AZ - $4,200
2. Gilbert , AZ - $4,120
3. Litchfield Park, AZ - $4,100
4. Fountain Hills, AZ - $4,080
5. Goodyear, AZ  - $4,080

The Top 5 Most Affordable Counties in Arizona for Assisted Living per month:

1. Mohave County - $3,500         
2. Pinal County - $3,525         
3. Gila County - $3,560         
4. Navajo County - $3,585
5. Yuma County - $3,590

The Top 5 Most Expensive Counties in Arizona for Assisted Living:

1. Pima County - $3,860
2. Cochise County - $3,830         
3. Maricopa County - $3,780         
4. Coconino County - $3,690
5. Yavapai County - $3,655

Types of Assisted Living Available in Arizona

Arizona’s Department of Health Services breaks down the following variations of assisted living:

Assisted living facility: Also known as a residential care institution which includes foster care for adults as well as personal care and supervision on a continuing basis.

Assisted living center: An extension of the facility definition that provides rooms or residential units to more than 11 seniors.

Residential care institution: A health care establishment though not a hospital. It provides housing for permanent and temporary residents.

Paying for Assisted Living in Arizona

Individuals that reside in this state can get financial aid for elderly care services, including assisted living facilities, through the Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS).

However, a vast majority of the centers are private pay, though some assisted living waivers / state-programs may be available.

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