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Senior Resources
Meals on Wheels, senior centers, memory care, assisted living, in-home care, transportation, Medicare counseling, and caregiver support — all in one place for Lake Havasu City seniors and their families.
Community Resource Guide: This page provides general information about senior services in the Lake Havasu City area. Always verify current availability, hours, and eligibility directly with each provider. Havasu Healthcare Watch is not affiliated with any listed organization.
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Key Things to Know
Call 211 for Senior Services
Dial 2-1-1 (Arizona 211) for free referrals to local senior services including meals, transportation, housing, and benefits assistance. Available 24/7.
Mohave County AAA is Your Hub
The Mohave County Area Agency on Aging coordinates most senior services in the region. Call (928) 753-0726 — they can connect you with meals, in-home care, caregiver support, and more.
ALTCS Can Cover Long-Term Care Costs
Arizona's ALTCS program (Medicaid for long-term care) can pay for nursing homes, assisted living, and in-home care for eligible seniors. Apply early — the process takes time.
Free Medicare Help is Available
SHIP counselors provide free, unbiased Medicare advice — not salespeople. Call (800) 432-4040 before changing Medicare plans or during open enrollment.
Caregiver Burnout is Real
Family caregivers are at high risk for burnout. Respite care, support groups, and caregiver programs are available at no or low cost. You deserve support too.
Report Elder Abuse
Suspect elder abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation? Call Arizona Adult Protective Services at (877) 767-2385 (24/7) or the AZ Attorney General's Elder Abuse Unit at (602) 542-1783.
Nutrition Programs
Meals on Wheels & Senior Nutrition
Meals on Wheels — Lake Havasu City
Mohave County Area Agency on Aging
Local
from Havasu
Mon–Fri; meal delivery typically 10am–1pm
Services
Meals on Wheels in Lake Havasu City is administered through the Mohave County Area Agency on Aging (AAA). Home-delivered meals are available to seniors 60+ who are homebound or have difficulty preparing meals. Drivers also provide a daily wellness check. Cost is on a sliding scale — no one is turned away for inability to pay. Call to apply or refer a loved one.
Mohave County Area Agency on Aging — Nutrition Program
Senior Nutrition & Home Services
56 mi
from Havasu
Approx. 55–65 min via US-93 N
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
Services
The Mohave County AAA is the regional hub for all senior services under the Older Americans Act. They coordinate Meals on Wheels, caregiver support, legal aid, Medicare counseling (SHIP), and in-home services across the entire county including Lake Havasu City. Call to learn about eligibility and available services.
Lake Havasu City Senior Center
City of Lake Havasu City Parks & Recreation
Local
from Havasu
Mon–Fri 8am–4pm
Services
The Lake Havasu City Senior Center is the primary community hub for local seniors. Operated by the City's Parks & Recreation Department, it offers a full calendar of activities, a daily congregate lunch program, health screenings, and social programming. Open to all adults 55+. Many programs are free or low-cost.
Parker Senior Center — La Paz County
La Paz County Senior Services
35 mi
from Havasu
Approx. 35–40 min via AZ-95 S
Mon–Fri 8am–3pm
Services
The Parker Senior Center serves seniors in the Parker/La Paz County area, including those in the southern Lake Havasu City region. Offers congregate meals, activities, and referral services.
Community Centers
Senior Centers & Community Programs
Lake Havasu City Senior Center
City of Lake Havasu City Parks & Recreation
Local
from Havasu
Mon–Fri 8am–4pm
Services
The Lake Havasu City Senior Center is the primary community hub for local seniors. Operated by the City's Parks & Recreation Department, it offers a full calendar of activities, a daily congregate lunch program, health screenings, and social programming. Open to all adults 55+. Many programs are free or low-cost.
Parker Senior Center — La Paz County
La Paz County Senior Services
35 mi
from Havasu
Approx. 35–40 min via AZ-95 S
Mon–Fri 8am–3pm
Services
The Parker Senior Center serves seniors in the Parker/La Paz County area, including those in the southern Lake Havasu City region. Offers congregate meals, activities, and referral services.
Memory Care
Memory Care — Alzheimer's & Dementia
Gem's Assisted Living & Memory Care
Community-Recommended — Lake Havasu City
Local
from Havasu
24/7 Staffing
Services
Gem's Assisted Living & Memory Care is a community-recommended local facility in Lake Havasu City. Known for compassionate, personalized care for seniors needing assisted living support and specialized memory care for Alzheimer's and dementia. Families in the Havasu community speak highly of the staff and the home-like environment. Call for a tour and to discuss care needs.
Desert Haven Memory Care — Lake Havasu City
Alzheimer's & Dementia Specialized Care
Local
from Havasu
24/7 Staffing
Services
Specialized memory care facilities in Lake Havasu City provide secure, structured environments for seniors with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Use the Google search link to find current local memory care options and read family reviews. Always tour facilities and ask about staff-to-resident ratios and dementia training.
Banner Alzheimer's & Memory Care — Regional
Banner Health Memory Care Program
56 mi
from Havasu
Kingman: ~60 min; Phoenix: ~2 hrs 15 min
Services
Banner Health offers specialized Alzheimer's and memory care neurology services at regional locations. For diagnosis, treatment planning, and specialist evaluation of memory disorders, Banner's neurology program is a primary referral resource for Havasu-area patients.
Alzheimer's Association — Desert Southwest Chapter
Support, Education & Advocacy
175 mi
from Havasu
24/7 Helpline — no travel needed
24/7 Helpline
Services
The Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline is available around the clock for anyone affected by Alzheimer's or dementia — caregivers, patients, or family members. Free support groups, care consultations, and educational programs are available locally and online. If a loved one has been diagnosed with dementia, this is the first call to make.
Assisted Living
Assisted Living Facilities
Gem's Assisted Living & Memory Care
Community-Recommended — Lake Havasu City
Local
from Havasu
24/7 Staffing
Services
Gem's Assisted Living & Memory Care is a community-recommended local facility in Lake Havasu City. Known for compassionate, personalized care for seniors needing assisted living support and specialized memory care for Alzheimer's and dementia. Families in the Havasu community speak highly of the staff and the home-like environment. Call for a tour and to discuss care needs.
Desert Haven Memory Care — Lake Havasu City
Alzheimer's & Dementia Specialized Care
Local
from Havasu
24/7 Staffing
Services
Specialized memory care facilities in Lake Havasu City provide secure, structured environments for seniors with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Use the Google search link to find current local memory care options and read family reviews. Always tour facilities and ask about staff-to-resident ratios and dementia training.
Lake Havasu City Assisted Living Facilities
Multiple Local Options
Local
from Havasu
24/7 Staffing
Services
Lake Havasu City has multiple assisted living facilities ranging from small residential care homes to larger communities. Use the Google search link to find current options and read reviews. Always verify facilities are licensed with the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) at azdhs.gov. See our full Assisted Living Directory for a detailed listing.
In-Home & Day Care
In-Home Care & Adult Day Services
Adult Day Services — Mohave County
Daytime Care & Caregiver Respite
Local
from Havasu
Typically Mon–Fri daytime hours
Services
Adult day services provide supervised daytime care for seniors — particularly those with dementia or chronic conditions — while giving family caregivers a break. Contact the Mohave County Area Agency on Aging to learn about available adult day programs in the Lake Havasu City area and eligibility for subsidized services.
In-Home Care Services — Lake Havasu City
Home Health Aides & Personal Care
Local
from Havasu
Varies by agency; some 24/7
Services
In-home care allows seniors to remain in their own homes while receiving assistance with daily activities. Services range from companion care and personal care aides to skilled nursing and therapy. Medicare covers skilled home health services after a qualifying hospital stay. Medicaid/AHCCCS may cover personal care services — contact the Mohave County AAA to apply.
Transportation
Senior Transportation
Senior Transportation — Lake Havasu City
Medical & Community Transportation for Seniors
Local
from Havasu
Mon–Fri; advance scheduling required
Services
Transportation assistance for seniors is available through the Senior Center, the Mohave County AAA, and AHCCCS (for Medicaid members). If you have AHCCCS, contact your managed care plan for free non-emergency medical transport. The Senior Center can also connect you with volunteer driver programs for non-medical trips.
Benefits & Aid
Benefits, Medicare & Legal Aid
Mohave County Area Agency on Aging — Nutrition Program
Senior Nutrition & Home Services
56 mi
from Havasu
Approx. 55–65 min via US-93 N
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
Services
The Mohave County AAA is the regional hub for all senior services under the Older Americans Act. They coordinate Meals on Wheels, caregiver support, legal aid, Medicare counseling (SHIP), and in-home services across the entire county including Lake Havasu City. Call to learn about eligibility and available services.
SHIP — State Health Insurance Assistance Program
Free Medicare Counseling for Arizonans
Local
from Havasu
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
Services
SHIP provides free, unbiased Medicare counseling from trained volunteers — not insurance salespeople. If you are confused about Medicare options, enrollment periods, or costs, SHIP counselors can help you compare plans and find savings programs. Completely free service available to all Medicare beneficiaries and their families.
ALTCS — Arizona Long Term Care System
Arizona Medicaid Long-Term Care Program
Local
from Havasu
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
Services
ALTCS is Arizona's Medicaid program for seniors and adults with disabilities who need long-term care. If you or a loved one needs nursing home, assisted living, or in-home care but cannot afford it, ALTCS may cover costs. Eligibility is based on medical need AND financial criteria. Apply early — there can be a waiting period. Contact the Mohave County DES office or call AHCCCS to start the application.
Caregiver Support
Caregiver Support & Resources
Mohave County Area Agency on Aging — Nutrition Program
Senior Nutrition & Home Services
56 mi
from Havasu
Approx. 55–65 min via US-93 N
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
Services
The Mohave County AAA is the regional hub for all senior services under the Older Americans Act. They coordinate Meals on Wheels, caregiver support, legal aid, Medicare counseling (SHIP), and in-home services across the entire county including Lake Havasu City. Call to learn about eligibility and available services.
Adult Day Services — Mohave County
Daytime Care & Caregiver Respite
Local
from Havasu
Typically Mon–Fri daytime hours
Services
Adult day services provide supervised daytime care for seniors — particularly those with dementia or chronic conditions — while giving family caregivers a break. Contact the Mohave County Area Agency on Aging to learn about available adult day programs in the Lake Havasu City area and eligibility for subsidized services.
Family Caregiver Support Program — Mohave County AAA
Support for Family & Informal Caregivers
56 mi
from Havasu
Phone services available locally
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
Services
The National Family Caregiver Support Program through the Mohave County AAA provides free services to family members caring for a loved one 60+. If you are a caregiver feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or unsure where to turn, this program can connect you with respite care, support groups, training, and community resources. You do not have to do this alone.
Alzheimer's Association — Desert Southwest Chapter
Support, Education & Advocacy
175 mi
from Havasu
24/7 Helpline — no travel needed
24/7 Helpline
Services
The Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline is available around the clock for anyone affected by Alzheimer's or dementia — caregivers, patients, or family members. Free support groups, care consultations, and educational programs are available locally and online. If a loved one has been diagnosed with dementia, this is the first call to make.
Emergency & Crisis Contacts for Seniors
Medical Emergency
Life-threatening emergencies
Arizona 211
Senior services referrals, 24/7
Adult Protective Services
Elder abuse & neglect, 24/7
Alzheimer's Helpline
Dementia support, 24/7
SHIP Medicare Counseling
Free Medicare help
Mohave County AAA
Senior services coordination
ALTCS / Medicaid Long-Term Care
Long-term care coverage
LHC Senior Center
Local senior programs & meals
Know a Senior Resource We Should Add?
If you know of a senior service, facility, or program in the Havasu area that should be listed here, please let us know.
Senior Healthcare FAQ — Lake Havasu City
Common questions about senior health resources, Medicare, and elder care in the Lake Havasu City area.