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9 Best Nursing Homes in Nelson, AZ

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Nelson is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 9 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Nelson, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Nelson is about $4,603, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 29 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Wymola, Naviska and Silver Bell.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Nelson, AZ

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Photo of La Sonora at Dove Mountain
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8.6
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8.6
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22 reviews
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18%
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I would rate a 5 in all categories. they were so accommodating in arranging a room and keeping up with changing schedule. everyone we had contact with so helpful and friendly.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
As seasons change, you want a living situation that truly meets your needs or those of your loved one—but finding the right fit isn’t always easy.Staying at home may no longer feel safe, and the cost of in-home assistance can add up quickly. Moving in with family can strain relationships, while...
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8.5
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Watermark at Continental RanchEscape from the status quo and experience the next level in exceptional living.Explore Assisted Living and Memory Care residences designed just for you in Marana, Arizona, just northwest of Tucson. Find gracious hospitality infused into everything, from...
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Beehive of Marana is a great facility for your loved one. My mom has lived at this home approaching 3 years, if you’re wanting peace of mind of a safe, spotless, excellent staff and attention you will find...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Villas De Bella No 2 Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Villas De Bella No 1 Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of nursing homes in Nelson, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Nelson is $4,603 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eloy, AZ with an average of $3,981 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Nelson, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Nelson, AZ
$4,603/mo
$4,543/mo

Nursing homes costs in Nelson, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Nelson, AZ
$4,603/mo
$4,625/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

Nursing homes costs in Nelson, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,609/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,603/mo

Nursing homes costs in Nelson, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,348/mo
Studio
$5,444/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,023/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,215/mo

Senior living costs in Nelson vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Nelson, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNelson, AZArizonaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,603/mo$4,625/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$3,886/mo$3,911/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,609/mo$4,625/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,089/mo$3,912/mo$4,153/mo
Nursing Homes
Nelson, AZ:$4,603/mo
Arizona:$4,625/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Nelson, AZ:$3,886/mo
Arizona:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Nelson, AZ:$4,609/mo
Arizona:$4,625/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Nelson, AZ:$4,089/mo
Arizona:$3,912/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Nelson, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Nelson and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Nursing homes cost trends in Nelson, AZ

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Nelson have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Nelson, AZ$6,229/mo$5,201/mo+19.8%
Arizona$4,297/mo$4,438/mo-3.2%
National$4,854/mo$4,804/mo+1.1%
Nelson, AZ
2024 average cost:$6,229/mo
2023 average cost:$5,201/mo
Percent change:+19.8%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$4,297/mo
2023 average cost:$4,438/mo
Percent change:-3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$4,854/mo
2023 average cost:$4,804/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Nelson

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Nelson

Copper Canyon Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tucson, AZ

5.0
This is an amazing community for your loved one. I have no complaints at all. They have activities like daily memory exercises and then activities depending on the month of the year. This month they will be doing things for valentines day and more.

The Gardens at Blenman Elm in Tucson, AZ

5.0
We moved our loved one to the Gardens at Blenham Elms from a larger Memory Care facility and are so happy with the decision to move her. She seems more at peace, the management is educated in dementia and doesn't blame the family when issues like agitation come up. They are patient, kind and ...
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Carlton Village in Tucson, AZ

5.0
This is a new place with every room being a private room with a private bath costing no more than old houses converted to care facility without the private bath in the private rooms. Grounds are beautiful and well kept. Built with the elderly in mind.

Nelson nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nelson nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nelson, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Nelson nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Nelson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
16.7%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Nelson nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Nelson Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Nelson, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
5.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Nelson nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Nelson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nelson, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
3.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Nelson nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Nelson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nelson, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nelson nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Nelson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nelson, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

La Sonora at Dove Mountain, Cogir at Continental Ranch and Beehive Homes of Marana are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Nelson, Arizona. See full list of communities.
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