Chandler Assisted Living

Chandler, a prominent suburb of Phoenix, is said to be one of the fastest growing cities in America. The area has the distinction of being named after Arizona’s first veterinary doctor, and is also the birthplace of the state’s very first golf resort.

Chandler is the safest city in the state, and when you combine this reputation with an abundance of coveted Arizona sunshine, residents of assisted living in Chandler will be hard pressed to find a more secure and comfortable community for your senior loved one.

Chandler Attractions

Assisted living in Chandler is enhanced by the city’s award-winning park system, and their dedication to preserving history through attractions such as the McCullough-Price House and the Arizona Railway Museum. The luxurious Center for the Arts is an excellent choice for an evening of entertainment.

The Chandler Fashion Center is one of the premier shopping venues in Arizona’s East Valley, and another favorite is the Casa Paloma Center. Chandler’s Historic Downtown area is always a good destination for a unique shopping experience.

Chandler Senior Activities

Chandler’s has won Arizona’s “Outstanding Active Adult Program Award” for their Senior Citizen Patriot Project. From birthday celebrations to driving lessons, residents of assisted living in Chandler will find ample diversion at the city’s well-equipped Chandler Senior Center, a facility offering crafts, games, field trips and a computer lab.

Chandler Medical Facilities

Chandler Regional Medical Center is the city’s most prominent hospital, providing superb healthcare services to local residents.

The center’s CarePages program gives online access and updates to help concerned friends and family monitor a loved one’s recovery–even from a distance.

Another quality option for residents of assisted living in Chandler is Banner Desert Medical Center, just six miles away in Mesa.

Chandler Transportation

 Valley Metro bus lines service the city of Chandler, and connect to the METRO light rail system that runs to and from Phoenix, Mesa and Tempe. There are multiple special transportation options available to residents of assisted living in Chandler through East Valley’s RideChoice.

Seniors can contact East Valley Dial-A-Ride for door-to-door transport, take advantage of the “Coupons for Cabs” program or contact the non-profit organization, About Care, to request a volunteer driver.

Named in 2007 as one of the “Five Best Cities to Live” by AARP magazine and designated as a prestigious “All American City” by the National Civic League in 2010, you’ll find no better choice than Chandler for your senior loved one’s happy retirement. To browse senior housing options in this city, visit our Chandler Assisted Living page.

Written by senior housing staff writer.