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Goodyear is situated less than half an hour’s drive from Arizona’s capital city and largest metro area, Phoenix, and provides a classic Southwest retirement experience with lots of sun, a lower-than-average amount of rainfall and pleasant, mild winters. Sports enthusiasts, in particular, are drawn to the area because of Goodyear Ballpark, where iconic teams such as the Cleveland Indians and the Cincinnati Reds come for their spring training because of the consistently idyllic weather in February and March. Goodyear Ballpark also hosts events such as car shows, community festivals and local and national baseball tournaments.
Assisted living facilities cater to otherwise healthy seniors who sometimes need assistance with everyday tasks, such as bathing, housekeeping, medication management and transportation arrangements. These communities typically also provide daily meals and on-site recreational activities. According to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, Goodyear assisted living facilities charge $3,975 monthly. This rate is among the lowest in Arizona and is $525 below the national median.
This guide compares assisted living costs in Goodyear to those in other Arizona cities. It also contains links to resources that’ll help you select and pay for senior care.
Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >
COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Arizona. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
Assisted living in Goodyear costs an estimated $3,975 per month.
The monthly median fee for assisted living facilities in Goodyear is $3,975. This figure is in line with the statewide average of $4,000, but $525 less than the national average of $4,500.
A suburb of Phoenix, Goodyear is one of the most affordable cities in Arizona for assisted living. Its beaten only by Yuma in the state’s southwest corner, where the average monthly cost is nearly $200 lower at $3,800. In Prescott Valley, located around 100 miles north of Goodyear, assisted living fees are over $500 higher per month. Further north, costs are considerably more expensive, with seniors in Flagstaff paying $5,000. In the southeast, costs in Sierra Vista and Tucson are $4,150 and $4,050, respectively, making them similar to Goodyear’s prices.
Note: Data for Goodyear was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Phoenix, was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Arizona.
| Contact | Description | |
| Area Agency on Aging, Region One | (602) 264-4357 | The Area Agency on Aging provides senior citizens, their families and caregivers with referrals to community-based services, information about long-term care options and legal advice and advocacy through its long-term care ombudsman’s office. Direct services include Medicare and Medicaid counseling, fall prevention workshops and senior nutrition programs in the form of hot, nutritious lunches at select sites and Meals on Wheels home deliveries. |
| Valley of the Sun United Way | (602) 631-4800 | Seniors seeking ways to remain connected and engaged with their communities can find plenty of opportunities to volunteer with local agencies and nonprofit organizations through Valley of the Sun United Way agency. Volunteers are matched according to areas of interest, education, availability and experience. |
| Maricopa County Veterans Resources | (602) 506-3011 | Those who’ve served in the U.S. armed forces can receive help filling out applications to access service-based federal, state and local benefits. The agency also provides referrals to local organizations and services designed specifically to provide support for current and former military members and their families. |
| Dial-a-Ride | (602) 716-2100 | Maricopa County seniors aged 65 and over can access Dial-a-Ride services through Valley Metro. Participants must be within 3/4 mile of a fixed-route bus service stop to qualify. |
| OptumCare Community Center | (623) 780-7619 | Those aged 55 and over can access activities free of charge at OptumCare Community Center. Activities include yoga, group fitness classes, BrainSaver classes designed to help maintain good cognitive functioning, Pilates for all skill levels, circuit training and tai chi. The center is open Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Goodyear area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
