Mesa sits in Arizona’s Sonoran Desert, about 19 miles east of downtown Phoenix and 12 miles from Scottsdale. In the city, 101 assisted living communities support aging adults, while surrounding areas add an additional 520 facilities. In 2024, Mesa’s median assisted living cost of $5,500 matches the state baseline fee. However, the local estimated charge stands at $150 above the national norm.
In our guide below, discover 2280 reviews reviews of Mesa’s assisted living communities, which have an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars stars.
621 Results
1750 W FRYE RD, Chandler, AZ 85224
2.4
(25 reviews)
"allmost workers are very nice. The facility is very clean. My husband was here for 1 month and we felt very safe. If we had some problems suzette helped us right away. Very Nice. We hope we are well and don't have to come again but if we need car..."
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3339 N Drinkwater Boulevard, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
2.2
(17 reviews)
"From the first day in Heritage Court the staff made me feel comfortable, safe, and cared about. Their tireless support and genuine concern really made recovery easier, and I cannot thank them enough for what they did for me. The respiratory tea..."
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9494 East Becker Lane, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
2.2
(30 reviews)
"Was looking for a place for my father ,Walked in to this place and I knew it was the perfect place for him! The place was clean, he loved the food and couldn’t asked for a better place for him can’t write enough nice things about all the staff they ..."
READ MORE8650 South Los Feliz Drive, Tempe, AZ 85284
2.0
(2 reviews)
"Adult Transitions is very nice and clean. My husband is in a private room. He moved in a week ago. They serve food. The staff is very nice. ..."
READ MORE7754 NORTH 33RD AVENUE, Phoenix, AZ 85051
2.0
(1 reviews)
"J M J  is an home that has been around for awhile I would recommend it to a specific group of people. When I was there in 2010 I noticed that the home hadn't really changed over the years. It was the same as I could remember, residents still look..."
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2941 North 14th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014
2.0
(2 reviews)
"This facility is a one story well-maintained building. There is a courtyard in the center with greenery and patio. They can house 40 residents. They are directed care so they do not have hospice or dementia residents. The rooms are private and semi..."
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2038 E Maplewood St, Gilbert, AZ 85297
2.0
(2 reviews)
"The home is nice, very appealing from the street. It is at the end of the street up against vacant land which offers quiet surrounding. The neighborhood is well maintained and quiet. Montebello offers several rooms, mostly single resident rooms wi..."
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885 N. Los Gatos Lane, Gilbert, AZ 85234
1.7
(4 reviews)
"My mother went into a downward spiral in the three months that she was in Higley House. Within the first two weeks there, she came down with a severe abdominal skin infection and a bad bladder infection two months later. She started having delusions,..."
READ MORE2121 West Elgin Street, Chandler, AZ 85224
1.4
(21 reviews)
"My rated is limited to my phone conversations with staff since I live out of the state but my sister was there for about a month. My conversations with the wound care nurse and other nurses indicated that she continued to improve in her wound healin..."
READ MORE17015 N 58th Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Arizona Department of Health Services Pu..."
READ MORE7311 E. Sunnyside Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85260
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Arizona Department of Health Services Pu..."
READ MORE8628 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021
"Orchid Care Park Home is located in Phoenix, AZ. Seniors live in a conveniently located property on North Avenue, with public transport stop..."
READ MORE4023 E Harrison St, Gilbert, AZ 85295
"Greenfield Assisted Living II is situated in Gilbert, AZ, a short distance from the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. The airport makes it easy ..."
READ MORE3137 W Lane Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051
"West Lane Home is located just north of Mariposa Park in Phoenix, AZ. This centrally located property offers seniors easy access to several ..."
READ MOREReferencing Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey 2024, the typical assisted living expense stands at $5,500 per month in Mesa, identical to the state median. Sierra Vista’s typical fee sits just $100 above Mesa’s costs. Seniors seeking more budget-friendly locations may consider Tucson, where estimated charges undercut Mesa’s by $925. However, the median price increases to $6,450 in Prescott, representing a hike of almost $1,000.  Â
Mesa
$5,500
Arizona
$5,500
United States
$5,350
Tucson
$4,575
Lake Havasu City
$4,925
Prescott
$6,450
Sierra Vista
$5,600
The average fee for an assisted living placement in Mesa is $3,975 per month. This is slightly more affordable than the state median of $4,000 and considerably below the national average of $4,500. Consequently, seniors relocating from elsewhere in Arizona may not notice much difference, but some seniors coming from other states could make significant savings.
Eligible seniors in Mesa, Arizona may apply for Medicaid coverage through the Arizona Long-Term Care System.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Arizona page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Arizona page.
In Mesa, varying senior care options cater to differing needs and financial situations. Assisted living is the most affordable choice, costing around $697 less than nonmedical in-home care and $1,555 less than home health care. Semi-private accommodations in a nursing home attracts a baseline rate of $7,984, while the priciest option — adult day health care — costs approximately $3,167 more than assisted living. Â
In-Home Care
$6,197
Home Health Care
$7,055
Adult Day Health Care
$8,667
Assisted Living Facility
$5,500
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$7,984
Note: Since data for Mesa is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Phoenix, instead.
Seniors in Mesa who reside in assisted living facilities and those considering the option can access numerous resources to help them enjoy more comfortable lives. This list provides links for organizations that specialize in helping veterans, others that support all residents in senior care facilities and those that offer opportunities for seniors to become more involved in their communities.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (888) 264-2258 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman is a state-sponsored program administered in Mesa by the Area Agency on Aging. It advocates for seniors in residential care facilities, educates them on their rights and seeks to resolve their complaints through investigation and negotiation with the care provider. The Agency can also provide seniors with inspection reports if they need more information about an assisted living facility that may suit their long-term care needs. |
| East Valley RSVP | (480) 775-1466 | East Valley RSVP helps seniors in Mesa who want to volunteer their time by connecting them to nonprofits that need their support. There's a wide choice of organizations for seniors to help, some focusing on educating younger members of the community and others offering assistance to homebound and frail older residents. The volunteer chooses how much time they can spare, and RSVP does the administrative work, which includes providing free accident and liability insurance for the volunteer during their working hours. |
| Senior Centers | (480) 962-5612 | Aster Aging, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that operates two senior centers in Mesa, one in the downtown area and the other in the city's northeast. For an annual fee of $20, Mesa residents aged 60 and over can participate in education and wellness programs, watch movies, listen to live music and take part in fitness and dance classes. Both centers also provide freshly prepared and nutritionally balanced lunches on weekdays. |
| Mesa Vet Center | (480) 610-6727 | The Mesa Vet Center is a place for U.S. military veterans and their families to go if they need confidential one-on-one counseling in a nonmedical setting. The Center can provide support to people dealing with a range of psychological issues, such as family bereavement, depression and PTSD. It can also refer vets who need medical help to centers and clinics within the VA Phoenix Healthcare System. |
Northport-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Alabama are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Alabama page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Merlo
5.0
Review of Peaceful and Comfort Assisted Living Home
Our love one resided at Peaceful & Comfort for 1 year and the care and assistance given was exceptional. We thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated the feeling of being family when we came to visit....
Assisted Living
Judy1
4.0
Review of Eden Adult Care Facility, Inc
Eden Adult Care Facility, Inc was a very nice small facility. There were probably 5 or 6 residents in a homelike setting, so that was very nice. The staff who gave the tour was very helpful. They...
Assisted Living
Reviewer#RD1103j
5.0
Review of The Summit at Sunland Springs
My friend is now living in The Summit at Sunland Springs. It's clean and well-kept up. It was all set up for her to move in. And the food is excellent. The staff is very friendly. Even the handyman...
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