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.

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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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Santé of Mesa

Nursing Home in Mesa

Overview of Santé of Mesa

Santé of Mesa aims to reinvent the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents; they are guaranteed to rejuvenate and recover in a safe and comfortable environment. Santé of Mesa does its best to ensure everyone can thrive in a home that gets to know its residents and empower them to embrace a new chapter in their lives.
Specializing in long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and memory care services, a list of services helps boost a speedy recovery. Wound care, joint replacement, physical therapy, non-ventilator-dependent, pain management, tube feeding, and surgical recovery are some of the interdisciplinary services offered.

(480) 699-9624

Walk Score: 28 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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5 facilities compared · CMS & AZ Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Advanced Health Care of 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. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Mesa	38	97.3%	+34%	4.25	-7%	+5%	0	6	2.0	0	37	-	38	New Ahc Holdings, Llc	$12.5M	$3.9M	31.3%	35266
Santé of 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. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Mesa	-	88.0%	-	4.68	-	-	1	0	0.0	0	65	-	28	Munch Tooke, Llc	$27.4M	$7.0M	25.6%	35280
Alta Mesa Health and Rehabilitation	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. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Mesa	70	90.8%	+25%	4.05	-35%	0%	0	11	3.7	0	62	F	38	Alta Mesa Health And Rehabilitation	$10.3M	$5.3M	51.5%	35171
Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation	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. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Mesa (Buckhorn)	96	92.4%	+27%	3.37	-7%	-17%	0	18	3.0	1	88	-	31	Petty, Scott	$12.2M	$6.4M	52.7%	35164
Allegiant Healthcare of 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. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Mesa	204	40.6%	-44%	3.88	-70%	-5%	2	27	3.9	1	76	-	46	Allegiant Holding C Llc	$11.9M	$8.7M	73%	35193

Advanced Health Care of Mesa

Overall Rating:

Type of care: AL NH

Community: Mesa

Bed Count: 38

Occupancy: 97.3%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +34%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 4.2

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-7%

Staffing vs State Avg: +5%

Citations: 6

Citations per Inspection: 2.0

Avg Residents/Day: 37.00

Operator: New Ahc Holdings, Llc

Home Revenue: $12,515,703.00

Payroll Costs: $3,922,499.00

Payroll %: 31.3%

CCN: 35266

Santé of Mesa

Overall Rating:

Type of care: AL NH

Community: Mesa

Occupancy: 88.0%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 4.7

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

Number of Fines: 1

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Avg Residents/Day: 64.80

Operator: Munch Tooke, Llc

Home Revenue: $27,419,609.00

Payroll Costs: $7,026,088.00

Payroll %: 25.6%

CCN: 35280

Alta Mesa Health and Rehabilitation

Overall Rating:

Type of care: AL NH

Community: Mesa

Bed Count: 70

Occupancy: 90.8%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +25%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 4.1

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-35%

Staffing vs State Avg: 0%

Citations: 11

Citations per Inspection: 3.7

Avg Residents/Day: 61.50

Operator: Alta Mesa Health And Rehabilitation

Home Revenue: $10,347,568.00

Payroll Costs: $5,332,833.00

Payroll %: 51.5%

CCN: 35171

Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation

Overall Rating:

Type of care: AL NH

Community: Mesa (Buckhorn)

Bed Count: 96

Occupancy: 92.4%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +27%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.4

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-7%

Staffing vs State Avg: -17%

Citations: 18

Citations per Inspection: 3.0

Severe Citations: 1

Avg Residents/Day: 87.50

Operator: Petty, Scott

Home Revenue: $12,223,111.00

Payroll Costs: $6,444,430.00

Payroll %: 52.7%

CCN: 35164

Allegiant Healthcare of Mesa

Overall Rating:

Type of care: AL MC NH

Community: Mesa

Bed Count: 204

Occupancy: 40.6%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -44%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.9

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-70%

Staffing vs State Avg: -5%

Number of Fines: 2

Citations: 27

Citations per Inspection: 3.9

Severe Citations: 1

Avg Residents/Day: 76.30

Operator: Allegiant Holding C Llc

Home Revenue: $11,940,710.00

Payroll Costs: $8,716,254.00

Payroll %: 73%

CCN: 35193

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Arizona Long Term Care System

ALTCS

Age 65+ or disabled

General Arizona resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Covers tribal members; rural outreach.

Benefits

In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Nursing home care Medical services Transportation (10 trips/month)

Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+

General Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $10,000 individual

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits

Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

AZ SCSEP

Age 55+

General Arizona resident, unemployed, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,519/month 125% of poverty level, individual

Asset Limits Not specified; income-driven.

Wages at highest of federal/state/local minimum ($14.35/hour in 2025).

Benefits

Paid training (20 hours/week) Job placement (avg. $300-$500/month earnings) Career counseling

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AZ WAP

Age 60+ priority

General Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual

Asset Limits Not applicable; income-focused.

High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.

Benefits

Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AZ Section 202

Age 62+

General Arizona resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,645/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county

Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned

Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.

Benefits

Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Arizona CARES Program

AZ CARES

Age —

General Caregivers of Arizona residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.

Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+ or disabled

General Arizona resident, need assistance with daily activities, not eligible for Medicaid/ALTCS.

Income Limits Above Medicaid threshold but low-income ~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies by region

Asset Limits Not specified; income-driven eligibility.

Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.

Benefits

Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Personal care (limited hours) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

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