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Situated next to Phoenix, the city of Avondale is a fast-growing community in Maricopa County, Arizona. According to the 2020 Census, Avondale is home to 89,334 residents with 8.4% being older adults aged 65 and over. The city’s senior community benefits from low crime rates and overall warm weather with 291 sunny days each year on average. Avondale consists of quiet residential areas but is within easy reach of Phoenix and all its amenities. The city operates an array of parks with recreational facilities, and it has a well-stocked public library.
Avondale is home to four assisted living facilities and has 20 in the surrounding area. According to 2020 data from the Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the median monthly price for these facilities is $3,700, making it one of the most budget-friendly in Arizona.
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Avondale older adults pay, on average, $3,700 for assisted living each month. The area’s rates are $200 below the state average and $600 lower than the national median. Avondale’s assisted living costs are significantly lower than California and $350 under the median in New Mexico. However, prices in Utah ($3,400) and Nevada ( $3,595) are even lower.
Avondale is the second most affordable area in Arizona for assisted living. Costs are only $50 above Lake Havasu ($3,650). On the southern end of the state in cities like Yuma ($4,025), Tucson ($4,075) and Sierra Vista ( $4,000), median monthly rates for assisted living are at least $300 higher than in Avondale. In northern Arizona, Flagstaff has the highest assisted living median cost of $4,875 per month.
Note: Data for Avondale was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Phoenix, was used instead.
The state of Arizona provides several assistance programs for seniors, but most are not helpful towards the cost of assisted living. Low-income seniors may receive financial assistance for some of their assisted living care through the state’s version of Medicaid, known as the Arizona Long Term Care System.
See our Assisted Living in Arizona page for more details on these waivers.
| Contact | Description | |
| Arizona Complete Health Avondale Resource Center | (623) 333-2741 | Avondale residents aged 60 and older enjoy several fun activities and events at this community center. Participants can sign up for fitness classes, bingo, raffles and more. Transportation service is available to and from the campus. |
| 24-Hour Senior HELP LINE | (602) 264-4357 | This helpline is operated by the Area Agency on Aging and acts as an initial point of entry between seniors and service providers in the area. Older adults can get assistance with navigating the range of resources available in the area and finding those that are most suitable for their needs. |
| State Health Insurance Program | (623) 333-2703 | SHIP is part of a nationwide initiative that’s managed locally by the Area Agency on Aging. The program provides free and unbiased insurance counseling to help older adults make informed choices about their care. Topics covered include Medicare, Medicare Advantage Plans and long-term care insurance. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (602) 264-2255 | This is a national advocacy program created to ensure that long-term care units, such as assisted living facilities, uphold residents’ rights. Seniors and their family members can contact the ombudsman for help in choosing a residential facility or to log complaints about their communities. |
| Arizona Senior Citizens Law Project | (602) 252-6710 | This statewide legal help program provides legal aid to Maricopa County’s older residents. Volunteer lawyers and paralegals can help with civil matters, such as living wills, information on public benefits and guardianship. |
| Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services | (602) 255-3373 | Seniors who served in the U.S. military can contact the veterans’ services office for help finding and applying for benefits that their service entitles them to. Staff can also check residents’ eligibility for veteran assisted living and health care. |
| Strategies for Healthy Living | (602) 241-5562 | The Region One Area Agency on Aging runs many health-oriented classes both virtually and in-person. Seniors can take part in workshops on topics of interest, such as fall prevention and chronic illness management. |
Assisted living facilities in Avondale must apply for an operating license and follow laws set by The Bureau of Residential Facilities Licensing, which is a part of Arizona’s Department of Health Services. Visit our Assisted Living in Arizona page for more information on these laws.
