Experience a Vegas-style retirement with an affordable cost of living in Henderson, Nevada. This is the second-most populated city in Nevada, complete with an upscale suburban feel and an abundance of scenic desert landscapes. Seniors can embark on a maintenance-free lifestyle with the daily help they need in Henderson assisted living communities — where intriguing activities and resort-style amenities are prioritized.
Henderson assisted living communities in Nevada are designed for seniors who want a balance of independence and assistance with activities of daily living, like dressing and mealtime tasks. Many of our partner Henderson communities offer multitiered service levels, with independent living and memory care all sharing one larger campus. This enables partners with different care needs the opportunity to live on the same campus. It also helps seniors easily transition to other levels of care when they need to, without needing to relocate.
Learn what Henderson assisted living communities have to offer by browsing this all-inclusive guide. We highlight 12 in-network listings within a 10-mile radius of southwest Henderson. We describe what to expect from these communities and share real resident reviews, so you and your loved one can make a choice that fits your needs. We also include information on local assisted living costs, ways seniors pay for assisted living, local senior benefit resources, and unique activities in Henderson for seniors and their families.
We moved her in [date removed] to Henderson Nevada and she is being taken care of and thriving here! They are amazing it's sunrise of Henderson. My mom has been in 5 different assisted living memory care and...
4+. Very happy with Truewood. Staff are amazing, friendly, helpful and caring. Lots of activities, although my brother does not join in. He has serve hearing loss. The residence is kept up, very clean and...
Very good. A few minor problems, but generally very satisfied. I am living here with my wife who has memory issues. I get a lot of support from in-house staff. It makes my life a lot easier. They do many...
I would highly recommend Prestige. It feels like a family with residents, visitors and staff. I can't say enough how greatful I was with our Overall experience. My family and I were always welcomed.
My loved one is a resident at Prestige Assisted Living at Mira Loma and overall the experience has been very good so far. The staff is good. The move in process was easy. However, the food is bland. Overall,...
The staff was wonderful. [name removed] has passed away but the staff was very caring with him and took such good care of him, they made sure that he was well taken care of and comfortable in his last days....
I cannot say enough good things about Villa Court! This place has truly been a blessing for my dad and our entire family. Ever since they introduced their "low-income" program, my dad has been able to afford...
A well run facility with a very attentive and helpful staff. The food, though, isn't up to par with the overall operation. It is being remodeled and the upgrades are significant. We visited a half dozen...
The caregivers are very kind and attentive. Even the activity director [name removed] does special things for the residents. She really goes above and beyond. It is small and intimate so your loved one...
I feel safe. I love all the people and friends. I have made.
I have to give all the categories that are listed a 5. I have been there for a little while now and I am well impressed with all that I have encountered. So glad to be here. Based on my experience so far, we...
Check it out carefully and ask a lot of questions to the people already living there. [name removed] has been amazing and very accommodating. I can only say great things about [name removed]
We developed a proprietary recommendation system that orders Henderson community options based on factors we know are important to seniors and their families:
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According to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, the average starting rent that families and seniors pay for Henderson assisted living communities in 2023 was $3,715 per month.[01] Starting rent only reflects the price of rent, but it doesn’t reflect extras like pet rent or any add-ons. Henderson assisted living communities are typically less expensive per month than nearby cities like Las Vegas.
Assisted living monthly costs may include some or all of the following services and amenities bundled into rent:
The figures below are baseline costs for the greater area. These figures can be helpful when comparing costs of living for Henderson-area assisted living communities. These baseline costs don’t include any add-on care or service fees.
Let’s guide you through payment options that families typically use to cover their ideal assisted living community costs. These options start with personal income sources, which can sometimes be combined with other senior benefits like Social Security, Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits, Medicare, and Medicaid. Use this section to learn what may apply to your family’s situation, browse application resources, and create a combination of resources that works best for your family.
Most seniors and their families look to their personal income sources first to cover costs of their ideal assisted living situation. Sources such as investment returns, saving accounts, Social Security benefits, pensions, and the options below are typical ways seniors pay for assisted living:
Approximate number of veterans who currently live in Henderson
Approximately 51% of Henderson veterans are over the age of 65
Seniors should check the VA’s list of service-connected disabilities to see what might apply to their situations. They should also consult with a veterans benefit advisor to learn what VA benefits they’re eligible for. Many senior veterans and their surviving spouses may be eligible for benefits that could help cover their assisted living costs, but they aren’t always aware of what’s available.
Seniors with disabilities from active service who are enrolled in VA health care may be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit. This benefit is typically the most generous option for senior veterans or their surviving spouses. It provides monthly payments in addition to their VA pension to cover the cost of anything that improves their quality of life, like monthly assisted living costs.
We recommend contacting a local veterans service officer at a local veterans service organization (VSO), even if you think you or your loved one might not qualify for veterans benefits. Let a local VA-vetted veterans service officer guide you through the overwhelming process. They’re equipped to help veterans or their spouses understand eligibility, and to make sure veterans get the most out of their potential benefits.
The following resources and contact details can help Henderson veterans make the first steps towards applying for potential benefits:
Resources for Henderson veterans
Veterans Advocacy and Support Team (VAST) Las Vegas
6900 N. Pecos Road, Room 1C237
North Las Vegas, NV 89086
Phone: 702-224-6025, ext. 46025
Henderson Vet Center
400 N. Stephanie St., Suite 180
Henderson, NV 89014
Phone: 702-791-9100
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Southeast Las Vegas VA Clinic
1020 S. Boulder Highway
Henderson, NV 89015
Phone: 702-791-9030
Hours: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Nevada Medicaid is the state’s Medicaid program that provides health care insurance to Henderson residents of low-income status. Though Medicaid doesn’t cover rent at a private assisted living facility, some care services may be covered through senior-specific waiver programs or long term services and support waiver programs. These Medicaid waiver programs enable recipients to receive care services in their current place of residence, as long as it’s a residential or community setting.
One senior-specific program is the Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) Assisted Living Waiver. This waiver may cover the costs of daily personal care services, such as assistance with feeding and personal hygiene. The Home and Community Based Services Waiver for the Frail Elderly is another Nevada Medicaid waiver designed to help seniors avoid a move into a long-term care facility. In order to benefit from this waiver, seniors have to be eligible for Nevada Medicaid.
Nevada also has a Dual Eligible Special Needs Program (or D-SNP) for seniors enrolled in both Nevada Medicaid and Medicare. D-SNP coordinates coverage from both programs to help eligible seniors get the most from their benefits.
For assistance with applying for Nevada Medicaid, begin by reaching out to local resources:
Henderson resident Medicaid resources
Nevada Medicare Assistance Program (MAP)
3208 Goni Road, Suite 181
Carson City, NV 89706
Phone: 775-687-4210
Nevada Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (LTCOP)
Phone: 888-282-1155
Nevada Aging and Disability Services
Phone: 702-486-6930
Nevada 211
Phone: 2-1-1
Medicare is a federal health insurance program that may cover medically necessary care costs. Review each part of Medicare below to see what may be covered:[03]
For assistance with Medicare benefits, we recommend you first reach out to the Clark County Social Security Administration Office, and then reach out to any of the following resources:
Henderson resident Medicare resources
Clark County Social Security Administration Office
10416 S. Eastern Ave.
Henderson, NV 89052
Phone: 800-772-1213
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Nevada Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (or LTCOP)
Phone: 888-282-1155
Nevada Medicare Assistance Program (or MAP)
3208 Goni Road, Suite 181
Carson City, NV 89706
Phone: 775-687-4210
Nevada State Health Insurance Assistance Program (or SHIP)
3208 Goni Road, Suite 181
Carson City, NV 89706
Phone: 775-687-4210
Nevada Health Link
Phone: 800-547-2927
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Learning about Nevada’s assisted living regulations can help you choose a Henderson community you’re comfortable with. Use the information below to help you find licensed assisted living facilities in Henderson that follow local laws, adhere to regulations, and can safely meet you or your loved one’s needs.
Assisted living facilities in Nevada must be licensed under the category of Residential Facilities for Groups by the Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance (HCQC). The license ensures each community provides qualified senior care. This fact sheet on Residential Facilities for Groups summarizes the standards of these assisted living communities in Nevada, as outlined by the HCQC.
Nevada’s Division of Public and Behavioral Health ranks residential facilities with an inspection-based grading system. Inspectors note concerns on staff and safety with the following grades:[04]
Assisted living communities must meet seniors’ evolving needs and reduce the likelihood that they’ll need to move to another community. These communities are also required to foster their residents’ independence. Therefore, assisted living facilities in Nevada are not allowed to admit residents that are bedridden, require restraint, or require 24-hour skilled nursing care. The exception to this rule is if the senior qualifies for HCQC-approved hospice care.[05]
Senior residents’ rooms must be at least 80 square feet for a private room. In a shared room, there must be at least 60 square feet of floor space for each senior resident. Shared rooms can’t have more than three residents.[06]
Nevada assisted living facilities with over 20 residents need at least one employee on-site who’s awake at all times. Caregivers must be at least 18 years old and complete care-related training, such as CPR and first aid. If the facility provides memory care, staff should receive specialized memory care training on Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.[06]
The Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (or DHHS) inspects each Residential Care Facility for Groups before it’s licensed. These facilities are also inspected after a complaint has been filed. You can find public inspection reports in Nevada’s Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Provider Search Form. To navigate this search form, select “Health Facilities” under the Business Unit search criteria, select “Residential Facility for Groups” under the Credential Type criteria, then enter the name and the address of the facility you would like to learn about.
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services
400 W. King St., Suite 300
Carson City, Nevada 89703
Phone: 775-684-4000
Henderson encourages its residents to stay up-to-date with testing and vaccinations to prevent the spread of COVID-19. In Henderson, there are several local pharmacies and vaccination sites that provide both of these preventive practices. Stay updated with the local guidelines by visiting the City of Henderson’s website.
Each assisted living community may have their own COVID-19 guidelines, so we recommend contacting a prospective community directly to learn more. In general, there are a few guidelines that all Henderson assisted living communities are urged to follow:[07]
Masking. Each assisted living community should have their own masking guidelines. Contact a community you’re interested in for more information.
Social distancing. Families and visitors should visit residents in outdoor settings if possible.
Quarantining. Residents should quarantine for 14 days if there are suspected symptoms or there’s a positive COVID-19 test result.
Henderson offers lifestyle-enriching assisted living communities, complete with opportunities to make each senior’s retirement fulfilling. Enjoy the ideal balance of independence and daily assistance in an apartment-style community with multiple on-site care and service options, as well as full social calendars.
In Henderson, 83% of the assisted living communities in A Place for Mom’s network provide multiple senior living options all on one campus. For instance, an assisted living facility may also have on-site memory care and independent living wings. These communities tend to be larger and offer an array of service and amenity options all in one place. This helps to connect seniors with different needs, leading to a greater number of relationships.
The remainder of Henderson assisted living communities in A Place for Mom’s network are in stand-alone facilities or residential care homes. These options house smaller numbers of seniors and offer a more intimate setting, whether it’s an apartment-style building or a homelike environment. Because these communities are smaller, they typically only offer one type of senior care. However, care services may be more tailored to each individual as the environment can be more personal. These communities are sometimes preferred by seniors overwhelmed by the idea of moving into a larger, more populous community.
Seniors can take advantage of a fulfilling, maintenance-free lifestyle in one of our partner Henderson assisted living communities. The larger, apartment-style communities include many desirable, senior-specific amenities and activities right on-site. From education opportunities and fitness classes to dog parks and restaurant-style dining, seniors can enjoy a curated retirement. Connect with friends and make each day meaningful with your new assisted living community’s resort-style amenities, personal services, and enriching activities.
The following are typical finds at our partner assisted living facilities in Henderson:
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Seniors have several options for health care near Henderson assisted living communities. In the area, there are several general hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, and a long-term acute care hospital.
Kindred Hospital Las Vegas-Sahara
Kindred Hospital Las Vegas-Sahara provides long-term acute care. They can help patients recover from major surgeries, cardiac events, and complete rehabilitation programs.
St. Rose Dominican Hospitals — Siena Campus
St. Rose Dominican Hospitals — Siena Campus is a general medical and surgical hospital that ranks highly in care related to cancer, cardiology, diabetes, and geriatric care.
Henderson Hospital is a general medical and surgical hospital that provides services such as orthopedics, cardiology, and emergency care.
Dignity Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Dignity Health Rehabilitation Hospital is a rehabilitation facility in Henderson that provides recovery services for strokes, brain injuries, amputations, and spinal cord injuries.
With A Place for Mom, it’s easy to choose a community that offers a secure and reliable way to navigate Henderson. That’s because 100% of our partner assisted living communities provide either complimentary or at-cost transportation services to their residents. These convenient services help seniors get around this car-dependent city without having to rely exclusively on rideshare services like the Nevada Taxicab Authority, which may be a better choice for visitors.
For visiting friends and loved ones, check out some of Henderson’s public transportation services:
Use the numbers below to understand how Henderson residents usually get around the city. The scores range from zero to 100. Higher scores indicate a mode of transportation that’s readily available or easy to use to get around the city.[09]
Nestled between the intriguing Las Vegas Strip, the Hoover Dam, and Lake Mead, Henderson is full of activities and natural beauty. Whether visitors and their loved ones wish to take the 20-minute drive to the popular Vegas casinos or drive less than an hour east to the lake, it’s easy to find new adventures on top of everything Henderson has to offer. Between helpful Henderson travel guides, the vibrant dining and art scene, and the following popular attractions, retirees and their visitors have an abundance of opportunities.
Henderson has just about any outdoor activity nature-loving seniors and their visitors could want, from scenic hiking trails to championship golf courses. Check out some local favorites:
Henderson is home to upscale casinos and a vibrant art scene that both provide many options to keep daily life interesting for seniors and families alike. Here’s a small sample of some area museums and casinos:
Senior centers, libraries, and the local botanical garden are great options for laid-back living. Here, we highlight some community favorites for area seniors:
From unique culinary experiences to artisan liquors, Henderson’s food and drink scene is rich with options:
Acacia Springs, Sunrise of Henderson and Atria Seville are the top-rated Assisted Living facilities near Henderson, NV. These Assisted Living facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Assisted Living in Henderson is $4,069 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
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Department of Health and Human Services Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health. (2021, September 4). Health facilities – statutes and regulations. State of Nevada.
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U.S. World and News Report. (2022). Best hospitals in Henderson, Nevada.
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