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Best Skilled Nursing in Chandler, Arizona

11 communities found

Chandler has 14 skilled nursing communities, and 13 of them carry ratings that average 4.3 out of 5 based on 1,680 reviews read. Among the 5 communities with Medicare star ratings, the average is 4 stars, with 2 rated five stars, 4 rated four stars or higher, and none at just one star. Options here range from small households to larger campuses offering a continuum of care.

  • 11communities
  • 4.4average rating, 10 rated
  • 1,631family reviews read
  • 1small homes, 10 or fewer

Best-rated skilled nursing in Chandler

Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.

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    Clarendale of Chandler

    4.8 (141 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

    Clarendale of Chandler holds a strong 4.8-star Google rating from 140 reviewers, though no written reviews were provided to detail specific experiences. The community describes itself as a resort-style, LCS-managed…

  2. 2

    Park Senior Villas - Chandler

    5 (20 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

    Park Senior Villas offers a villa-style community built around small households and dementia-friendly layouts in Chandler.

  3. 3

    Copper Creek Inn Memory Care Community

    4.8 (47 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

    Copper Creek Inn Memory Care Community offers a continuum of care spanning skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living in Chandler.

  4. 4

    Parkland Memory Care

    4.7 (52 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

    Parkland Memory Care is a purpose-built memory care setting with specialized dementia training for staff and safety-focused design features.

  5. 5

    Santé of Chandler

    4.6 (469 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 70 units

    Families praise Santé of Chandler for attentive case management and hands-on nursing, therapy, and support through Medicare appeals and discharge planning.

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    Elmwood Senior Living

    4.6 (34 reviews)· Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

    Elmwood Senior Living holds a 4.6 out of 5 rating from 34 reviews, though no specific family feedback details are available.

  7. 7

    River Park Post Acute

    3.9 (139 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 66 units

    Families describe River Park Post Acute as warm and attentive, citing strong physical and occupational therapy outcomes and clear communication.

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    Desert Cove Nursing Center

    3.9 (211 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units

    Reviews of Desert Cove Nursing Center are largely positive, with families praising attentive staff, therapy services, and food quality, though one detailed account describes serious lapses in hygiene, staffing, and…

  9. 9

    Chandler Post Acute And Rehabilitation

    3.8 (477 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units

    Families generally praise the therapy team and several individual caregivers at Chandler Post Acute & Rehabilitation, describing compassionate, attentive care during short-term rehab stays. However, at least one detailed…

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    Archstone Care Center “Where Everyone Is Family”

    3.4 (41 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units

    Reviews for Archstone Care Center are sharply mixed, with families split between praising the rehabilitation therapy staff and reporting serious lapses in basic care, hygiene, and safety. Several reviewers describe…

What families say about skilled nursing in Chandler

Counted across the review summaries of 11 Chandler communities: the share whose families mention each theme.

Across Chandler's skilled nursing communities, 50% of families praised caring, attentive staff, and 36% pointed to the quality of medical and nursing care. Communication with families was raised as a strength by 21% and as a concern by 50%, while 64% raised concerns about cost and billing.

Praised most

  • Caring, attentive staff 64%
  • Medical and nursing care 45%
  • Activities and social life 36%
  • Memory care 36%
  • Communication with families 27%

Concerns raised

  • Cost and billing 64%
  • Communication with families 55%
  • Building and upkeep 36%
  • Staff attitude 18%

“Our friend lives here and we visit. Each time we enjoy the clean, pleasant and vibrant lifestyle offered along with positive and helpful staff.”

“My husband was at Parkland for a year; he passed away in June. It had become impossible to care for him at home. I feel very lucky that we found Parkland. I found everyone to be kind and caring to Terry and very helpful to me. I couldn’t have survived this past year without you!”

“Beautiful campus and wonderful caring staff, highly recommend for your loved ones if you’re looking for a safe and friendly senior community!”

Skilled Nursing in Chandler: the figures

  • •Of the 6 with a known size, 1 have ten residents or fewer, 0 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60.
  • •5 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.8 out of 5: 3 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
  • •Most common amenities: social activities (11), wheelchair accessible (11), 24-hour staff (11), medication management (11), gathering / activity spaces (11), housekeeping (11).

How families pay for skilled nursing in Arizona

Most families in Arizona pay for assisted living, memory care and independent living with private funds, often drawing on savings, retirement income and the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent or spouse purchased a policy years ago, can also help cover the monthly cost, though the amount and terms vary by policy. Veterans and surviving spouses who meet the eligibility rules may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that adds a monthly payment on top of a standard VA pension and can be applied toward the cost of care.

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Skilled Nursing near Chandler

Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.

CityCommunitiesRating
Tempe6.9 mi284.3 / 5
Gilbert7.1 mi564.5 / 5
Mesa11.5 mi1184.4 / 5
Queen Creek14.3 mi105 / 5
Paradise Valley18.3 mi64.9 / 5
Apache Junction19.6 mi54.3 / 5
Scottsdale20.8 mi1294.6 / 5
Phoenix22.5 mi2114.4 / 5

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About these figures

Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 11 communities listed in Chandler, 1,631 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.

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Skilled Nursing in Chandler: Common Questions

How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Chandler, Arizona?

MyLivingChoice lists 11 skilled nursing long term care communities in Chandler, Arizona, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.

Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Chandler are rated highest?

Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Park Senior Villas - Chandler (5★, 20 ratings), Clarendale of Chandler (4.8★, 141 ratings), Copper Creek Inn Memory Care Community (4.8★, 47 ratings).

What types of senior care are available in Chandler?

Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Chandler has assisted living (23 communities), independent living (12 communities), memory care (11 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (11 communities), home health (5 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.

How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Chandler?

Families rate Chandler skilled nursing long term care communities 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 1,631 public Google reviews of local communities.

What do families praise, and complain about, in Chandler skilled nursing long term care communities?

Across the review summaries of 11 Chandler communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 64%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 45%), activities and social life (mentioned for 36%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (64%), communication with families (55%), building and upkeep (36%).

Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Chandler?

Yes. Of the 6 Chandler communities with a known size, 1 has ten residents or fewer, 0 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.

How do Chandler nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?

5 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Chandler carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.8 out of 5. 3 are rated four stars or better and 0 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.