The Best Assisted Living Facilities in Mesa, AZ

COVID-19 Rules for Assisted Living in Mesa

For assisted living communities, COVID-19 rules and regulations are typically set at the state level. You can view specific rules on our guide to assisted living in AZ. These rules change often, and many communities have policies in place that go above and beyond what’s required by the state, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more.

How to Pay for Assisted Living in Mesa

Mesa’s average monthly cost for assisted living care is $3,975, slightly below the Arizona average.

Assisted Living in Mesa vs. Nearby Cities

The average price for assisted living in Arizona is $4,000, substantially cheaper than the U.S. average of $4,500. Arizona’s assisted living prices peak in Flagstaff, where seniors can expect to pay $5,000 a month. Prices in scenic Lake Havasu City are also higher than average at $4,700. Major city Tucson carries costs of $4,050 a month, just barely more expensive than the state average. Meanwhile, at $3,800 per month, Yuma is the only city in Arizona with lower reported costs for assisted living than Mesa.

• Mesa: $3,975
• Arizona: $4,000
• National: $4,500
• Tucson: $4,050
• Yuma: $3,800
• Flagstaff: $5,000
• Lake Havasu City: $4,700

Assisted Living vs. Other Types of Care in Mesa, AZ

Seniors who wish to age in place may find hiring home-based help a more appealing option than assisted living. In Mesa, both homemaker and home health aide services cost an average of $5,958 a month. The more robust medical supervision available in a nursing home costs approximately $500 more per month at $6,418. Older adults who live with family and only need assistance during traditional working hours may find a practical option in adult day care, which costs an average of $2,167 per month.

• Homemaker: $5,958
• Home Health Aide: $5,958
• Adult Day Care: $2,167
• Assisted Living: $3,975
• Nursing Home (semiprivate room): $6,418

Note: Data for Mesa was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Phoenix, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Mesa