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Best Assisted Living in Mesa, AZ

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026
We analyzed 32 homes in Mesa, AZ

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Arizona Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Video Tour: Top-rated Assisted Living facilities in Mesa, Arizona.

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Avg. Monthly cost: $4,300
National average: $5,600
Monthly cost range: $3,800–$6,400
National average: $3,400 – $8,200
Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: 1:6 to 1:12
National average: 1:6
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Compare Assisted Living around Mesa The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.

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Arbor Rose Senior Care
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa (East Arbor Avenue)
74No 40 -3-Ryan M Love959
Sky Vista
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Mesa (South Crismon Road)
121Yes 39 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed4-Michael A Calderon718
Brookdale East Arbor
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa (East Arbor Avenue)
72Yes 40 Suite27-Samantha E Branson46
Brookdale Springs Mesa
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa (East Broadway Road)
103Yes 31 1 Bed / 2 Bed24-Dylan Morris60
ACOYA Mesa by Cogir
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Mesa (Encanto Neighborhood)
188Yes 41 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed3-Janette Hansen310
Inspira Gateway by Cogir
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Mesa
165Yes 51 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed3-Amber Mccord20
Bella Vista: A Ciel Senior Living Community
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Mesa
36Yes 39 -3A+Adriana Zamora58
Emerald Groves Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa (North Val Vista Drive)
31No 10 -24A+Jennifer L Tonna22
Mayfair Assisted Living Home
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa (Alta Mira Estates)
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Minnie Lee’s Senior Home Care
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa (Summit Shadows)
10No 53 Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms4-Ladonna Edgington32
RichBiz LLC dba Mulberry Assisted Living – Nido
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Mesa (Mulberry)
5No 41 Private Rooms5-Belinda C Costa33
Red Mountain Mesa
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Mesa
10No 2 -31A+Anthony Zerilli48
Mayfair Eden Homes Inc – 72nd
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa
10No 21 Private / Semi-Private Rooms2-Laksupa Chawadecharatkun37
PureHearts Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa (Superstition Springs)
10No 44 Private Rooms3-Benjamin A Koomson10
Desert Garden Homecare LLC
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa (Morrison Ranch)
8No 9 -1-Shoshana Korrub10
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Situated in the neighborhood of Mesa, AZ, Mayfair Eden Homes – 98th Way is an inviting senior living community purposely built to offer assisted living. The community caters to the needs of those who are capable of taking care of themselves but could benefit from added support. Featuring a team of excellent care experts and an array of graciously appointed accommodations, the community warrants its residents a blissful living experience with access to services like daily living assistance and medication management.

In addition to state of the art amenities, the community also offers an array of carefully curated activities and programs designed to provide opportunities for recreation, learning, and social interaction. Carefully prepared meals are served daily to ensure residents get the proper nourishment, while housekeeping and laundry services are offered to free them from tedious chores. Here, residents are liberated from the mundane details of daily life and can focus instead on their enjoyment and well-being.

Overview of Mayfair Eden Homes – 98th Way

Situated in the neighborhood of Mesa, AZ, Mayfair Eden Homes – 98th Way is an inviting senior living community purposely built to offer assisted living. The community caters to the needs of those who are capable of taking care of themselves but could benefit from added support. Featuring a team of excellent care experts and an array of graciously appointed accommodations, the community warrants its residents a blissful living experience with access to services like daily living assistance and medication management.

In addition to state of the art amenities, the community also offers an array of carefully curated activities and programs designed to provide opportunities for recreation, learning, and social interaction. Carefully prepared meals are served daily to ensure residents get the proper nourishment, while housekeeping and laundry services are offered to free them from tedious chores. Here, residents are liberated from the mundane details of daily life and can focus instead on their enjoyment and well-being.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Burrowed in the serene area of Mesa, AZ, Mayfair Eden Homes – 210/216 Twin Houses is a warm and welcoming senior living community, offering an upscale assisted living environment. The community features beautiful designed accommodations equipped with various amenities for a comfortable living environment. Residents can rest easy with a supportive care team available 24/7 to provide their needs and offer them immediate assistance during emergencies.

Committed to making residents’ living experience as comfortable as possible, the community offers relaxing communal spaces including a spacious backyard with a covered patio for relaxation. Delicious meals are served daily and approved by a dietician to make sure residents are getting the nourishment they need to stay healthy. With a wide array of fun and engaging activities, residents enjoy endless opportunities for recreation and leisure.

Overview of Mayfair Eden Homes – 210/216 Twin Houses

Burrowed in the serene area of Mesa, AZ, Mayfair Eden Homes – 210/216 Twin Houses is a warm and welcoming senior living community, offering an upscale assisted living environment. The community features beautiful designed accommodations equipped with various amenities for a comfortable living environment. Residents can rest easy with a supportive care team available 24/7 to provide their needs and offer them immediate assistance during emergencies.

Committed to making residents’ living experience as comfortable as possible, the community offers relaxing communal spaces including a spacious backyard with a covered patio for relaxation. Delicious meals are served daily and approved by a dietician to make sure residents are getting the nourishment they need to stay healthy. With a wide array of fun and engaging activities, residents enjoy endless opportunities for recreation and leisure.

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Set in the quiet neighborhood of North 46th Street, Mesa, AZ, Mesa Elder Care is an idyllic senior living community providing assisted living. With its cozy and quaint setting, the community strives to provide a haven for up to 10 residents to ensure they receive the utmost care and attention for their special needs. Let go of your worries with a kind and highly skilled team helping with your daily living activities.

A carefully curated calendar of activities and programs is conducted, encouraging residents to maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle. Delightful and healthy meals are also provided for residents to enjoy mealtimes with friends while satisfying their cravings and dietary needs. The community also offers respite care to provide families and seniors with short-term assistance whenever necessary. Mesa Elder Care is a good place for seniors to spend their golden years with its serene campus and cheerful community.

Overview of Mesa Elder Care

Set in the quiet neighborhood of North 46th Street, Mesa, AZ, Mesa Elder Care is an idyllic senior living community providing assisted living. With its cozy and quaint setting, the community strives to provide a haven for up to 10 residents to ensure they receive the utmost care and attention for their special needs. Let go of your worries with a kind and highly skilled team helping with your daily living activities.

A carefully curated calendar of activities and programs is conducted, encouraging residents to maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle. Delightful and healthy meals are also provided for residents to enjoy mealtimes with friends while satisfying their cravings and dietary needs. The community also offers respite care to provide families and seniors with short-term assistance whenever necessary. Mesa Elder Care is a good place for seniors to spend their golden years with its serene campus and cheerful community.

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Total Residents: 10

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Maelee Care Home

10462 E Abilene Ave, Mesa, AZ 85208

Maelee Care Home is a small private assisted living community in Mesa, AZ, that focuses on personal care. Here, older adults are guaranteed to feel at home with the community’s nurturing environment. The community also offers medication management, meal preparation, and household services, allowing residents to focus on themselves. Dedicated to residents’ holistic wellness, the community offers all-inclusive care that aims to ease financial burdens while providing all the services they require.

Promoting social engagement and an active lifestyle, leisure activities, social events, and wellness programs are available. An outdoor patio, communal spaces with TV, and a fully-furnished room are also featured in this intimate community, ensuring residents have more opportunities to interact with their surroundings. Surrounded by convenient local amenities, the community provides residents with easy access to their needs and preferences. This dedicated assisted living community is a great choice for retirement, especially with its high-quality services and well-maintained amenities.

Overview of Maelee Care Home

Maelee Care Home is a small private assisted living community in Mesa, AZ, that focuses on personal care. Here, older adults are guaranteed to feel at home with the community’s nurturing environment. The community also offers medication management, meal preparation, and household services, allowing residents to focus on themselves. Dedicated to residents’ holistic wellness, the community offers all-inclusive care that aims to ease financial burdens while providing all the services they require.

Promoting social engagement and an active lifestyle, leisure activities, social events, and wellness programs are available. An outdoor patio, communal spaces with TV, and a fully-furnished room are also featured in this intimate community, ensuring residents have more opportunities to interact with their surroundings. Surrounded by convenient local amenities, the community provides residents with easy access to their needs and preferences. This dedicated assisted living community is a great choice for retirement, especially with its high-quality services and well-maintained amenities.

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Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Enjoy personalized and attentive care with Armada Care Homes Ii, a trusted senior living community in Mesa, AZ, offering assisted living and memory care. The community takes pride in its highly-skilled care team trained to offer daily living assistance, medication management, and full care for those living with memory conditions. Residents are given access to various therapy services to help them recover or preserve their mobility and strength.

Inviting common areas and fun community activities are offered to foster a strong sense of belonging in a harmonious environment. Meals are prepared to be both healthy and tasty to satisfy both residents’ dietary needs and unique preferences. Here, most of the residents’ tiring chores are also handled to let them enjoy their retirement worry-free.

Overview of Armada Care Homes Ii

Enjoy personalized and attentive care with Armada Care Homes Ii, a trusted senior living community in Mesa, AZ, offering assisted living and memory care. The community takes pride in its highly-skilled care team trained to offer daily living assistance, medication management, and full care for those living with memory conditions. Residents are given access to various therapy services to help them recover or preserve their mobility and strength.

Inviting common areas and fun community activities are offered to foster a strong sense of belonging in a harmonious environment. Meals are prepared to be both healthy and tasty to satisfy both residents’ dietary needs and unique preferences. Here, most of the residents’ tiring chores are also handled to let them enjoy their retirement worry-free.

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Situated in the area of Mesa, AZ, Armada Care Homes I is a respected senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services. Their well-trained care teams are available to support their residents’ daily living activities, medication management, and personal care. Residents also enjoy their cozy accommodations surrounded by loving care and friendly neighbors.

Committed to its residents’ overall well-being, the community provides tailored care plans with access to physician and nursing services for added support. Residents are offered delectable meals for their nourishment and housekeeping for their convenience. Various therapy services are also available to make sure residents maintain their overall functionality and independence.

Overview of Armada Care Homes I

Situated in the area of Mesa, AZ, Armada Care Homes I is a respected senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services. Their well-trained care teams are available to support their residents’ daily living activities, medication management, and personal care. Residents also enjoy their cozy accommodations surrounded by loving care and friendly neighbors.

Committed to its residents’ overall well-being, the community provides tailored care plans with access to physician and nursing services for added support. Residents are offered delectable meals for their nourishment and housekeeping for their convenience. Various therapy services are also available to make sure residents maintain their overall functionality and independence.

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Live a worry-free retirement with the esteemed senior living community of Estancia Assisted Living Iv in East Holmes, Circle Mesa, offering assisted living and home health aid. With its commitment to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides top-tier care and assistance 24/7. Residents flourish and enjoy every moment of their best years surrounded by cozy and specially designed amenities.

A robust calendar of enriching events and fun programs is readily available for residents to maintain an active and happy lifestyle. Healthy and delightful dining options that accommodate dietary needs and tastes are served for a satisfactory dining experience. Here, residents have the finest care and support for their every need and spend their golden years happily.

Overview of Estancia Assisted Living Iv

Live a worry-free retirement with the esteemed senior living community of Estancia Assisted Living Iv in East Holmes, Circle Mesa, offering assisted living and home health aid. With its commitment to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides top-tier care and assistance 24/7. Residents flourish and enjoy every moment of their best years surrounded by cozy and specially designed amenities.

A robust calendar of enriching events and fun programs is readily available for residents to maintain an active and happy lifestyle. Healthy and delightful dining options that accommodate dietary needs and tastes are served for a satisfactory dining experience. Here, residents have the finest care and support for their every need and spend their golden years happily.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Settled in the neighborhood of Mesa, AZ, Peaceful and Comfort Assisted Living is a dependable senior living community, offering premiere assisted living services. Peace of mind and comfort is guaranteed with the help of reliable, qualified caregivers that offer compassionate assistance with daily living activities, companionship, and supervision. Residents are offered beautifully furnished accommodations with various in-house amenities and conveniences, such as housekeeping, laundry, and linen services for a comfortable and convenient living.

Dedicated to providing residents with a fun and enjoyable living experience, a vibrant array of activities and programs for their overall enrichment. Mealtimes are both nourishing and enjoyable with delicious meals, diet monitoring, and meal assistance as needed. Here, residents enjoy a tight-knit community with friendly neighbors and care team, as well as compassionate care and focused attention, guaranteeing a fulfilling living experience.

Overview of Peaceful and Comfort Assisted Living

Settled in the neighborhood of Mesa, AZ, Peaceful and Comfort Assisted Living is a dependable senior living community, offering premiere assisted living services. Peace of mind and comfort is guaranteed with the help of reliable, qualified caregivers that offer compassionate assistance with daily living activities, companionship, and supervision. Residents are offered beautifully furnished accommodations with various in-house amenities and conveniences, such as housekeeping, laundry, and linen services for a comfortable and convenient living.

Dedicated to providing residents with a fun and enjoyable living experience, a vibrant array of activities and programs for their overall enrichment. Mealtimes are both nourishing and enjoyable with delicious meals, diet monitoring, and meal assistance as needed. Here, residents enjoy a tight-knit community with friendly neighbors and care team, as well as compassionate care and focused attention, guaranteeing a fulfilling living experience.

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Residing in the tranquil neighborhood of West 5th Place, Mesa, AZ, Blue Sky Manor is a venerable senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. The community goes above and beyond to provide a safe place for seniors to enjoy every moment of their golden years. A kind and highly trained team supports seniors with their daily living activities and personal needs, providing them with more opportunities to do the things they love.

The community values residents’ choices and encourages them to live the lifestyle they prefer while promoting a welcoming and vibrant environment for everyone. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Blue Sky Manor is great for seniors looking to optimize their independence.

Overview of Blue Sky Manor Assisted Living & Memory Care

Residing in the tranquil neighborhood of West 5th Place, Mesa, AZ, Blue Sky Manor is a venerable senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. The community goes above and beyond to provide a safe place for seniors to enjoy every moment of their golden years. A kind and highly trained team supports seniors with their daily living activities and personal needs, providing them with more opportunities to do the things they love.

The community values residents’ choices and encourages them to live the lifestyle they prefer while promoting a welcoming and vibrant environment for everyone. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Blue Sky Manor is great for seniors looking to optimize their independence.

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La Bella Vita Assisted Living Home is a distinguished community located along East Farmdale Avenue, Mesa, AZ, providing assisted living. Dedicated to enhancing residents’ quality of life, the community provides top-notch care and assistance from a respectful and highly skilled team available around the clock. Housekeeping, laundry, and state-of-the-art security systems are also provided to ease residents’ worries. As a family-owned community, the community strives to understand residents’ stories to better understand their needs and provide them with necessary care.

With a variety of engaging games and enriching programs, residents will surely enjoy interacting with their surroundings. Three healthy and delicious meals are also provided for residents to have a satisfactory dining experience. To strengthen family connections and ease residents’ loneliness, family members and loved ones are highly encouraged to join in fun events. The community is great for those seeking additional support for their special needs with its top-notch care and extensive amenities.

Overview of La Bella Vita Assisted Living Home

La Bella Vita Assisted Living Home is a distinguished community located along East Farmdale Avenue, Mesa, AZ, providing assisted living. Dedicated to enhancing residents’ quality of life, the community provides top-notch care and assistance from a respectful and highly skilled team available around the clock. Housekeeping, laundry, and state-of-the-art security systems are also provided to ease residents’ worries. As a family-owned community, the community strives to understand residents’ stories to better understand their needs and provide them with necessary care.

With a variety of engaging games and enriching programs, residents will surely enjoy interacting with their surroundings. Three healthy and delicious meals are also provided for residents to have a satisfactory dining experience. To strengthen family connections and ease residents’ loneliness, family members and loved ones are highly encouraged to join in fun events. The community is great for those seeking additional support for their special needs with its top-notch care and extensive amenities.

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Total Residents: 5 Residents

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms

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Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence. Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.

An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:

  • Photos, videos, and virtual tours (visual transparency)
  • Website quality and digital trust indicators
  • Occupancy levels and number of units (community scale & stability)

These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.

Balancing Additional Factors

The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including: walkability and local accessibility, estimated property value, and pricing information.

These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.

The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

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  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
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  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.