Yashua's Cedar
Yashua's Cedar is a licensed 7-resident assisted living home in Gilbert, AZ 85233, offering directed care services in a quiet residential setting near downtown.
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Community Overview
About Yashua's Cedar
Yashua's Cedar is a licensed 7-resident assisted living home at 437 West Merrill Avenue in northwest Gilbert, AZ 85233. The home holds an Arizona DHS Directed Care license (AL7522H), authorizing care for residents with Alzheimer's disease or other dementia who cannot independently recognize danger or make basic care decisions.
Daily services include three nutritious meals with dietary monitoring, housekeeping, laundry, medication management, personal care, and escort to activities. Furnished private rooms and shared living areas with television are provided. The home's philosophy centers on dignity, compassion, and maximum independence for each resident.
Located near Lindsay Road and Baseline Road in the 85233 ZIP, the home is close to the Heritage District and the Islands neighborhood. Banner Baywood Medical Center and Banner Heart Hospital are each about 4.3 miles away in Mesa.
Last Verified: May 13, 2026
On-Site Care
Care & Services Offered
Support with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication management in a residential setting.
Key Differentiators
What Makes This Community Different
Who This Is Best For
- Seniors who need directed care or personal care assistance — including those with early-to-moderate dementia — and who prefer a small, home-like setting with a low number of co-residents in northwest Gilbert.
Apartments & Pricing
Room Types & Floor Plans
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Average Monthly Cost by Care Type
Individual pricing varies by room selection, care level, and services included.
Private room
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Care & Support Details
Services provided on-site to support residents' daily care needs.
Staff & Support
Staffing & Care
Support from nursing staff and care team members available within the community.
Dining Experience
Dining & Meals
Three nutritious meals are served daily along with snacks and beverages. Dietary monitoring, such as low-sugar or low-sodium plans per physician orders, is available.
Meal assistance is provided as needed.
Community Amenities
Amenities & Features
On-site amenities that support daily lifestyle, comfort, and social well-being.
Outdoor Spaces
Convenience & Support
Community Life
Lifestyle & Activities
Yashua's Cedar offers a quiet, home-like environment for up to seven residents in northwest Gilbert. The directed care license supports those with cognitive challenges, and the small size allows for a personalized daily routine with attentive staff. Families should ask for the current monthly activity calendar during a tour.
- Physical and mental wellness activities
- Social engagement programs
- Group meals
- Outdoor access
Before You Decide
Things to Consider
- No pets allowed per facility policy
- Small 7-bed home; very limited availability
- ALTCS/Medicaid acceptance not confirmed — contact facility directly
- Transportation services not listed; resident parking available
After reviewing these considerations, touring the community is the best way to confirm fit, layout, and daily feel.
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Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Available room types include: Private room. Layouts vary by care type and include both private and shared options. Contact us for current availability.
Starting monthly pricing is $3,500. Final cost depends on the room type, care level, and services included. Pricing details and availability should be confirmed directly with the community.
Yes. Valleywise Health - Mesa is approximately 3.4 miles away. The community is located in Gilbert, providing access to local medical facilities.
Three nutritious meals are served daily along with snacks and beverages. Dietary monitoring, such as low-sugar or low-sodium plans per physician orders, is available. Meal assistance is provided as needed. Programming includes activities such as Physical and mental wellness activities, Social engagement programs, Group meals.
SeniorVue helps coordinate tours at no cost to families. We can confirm current availability, answer questions before your visit, and help you compare this community with other options in Gilbert. A local advisor is available to support you through the process.
SeniorVue Advisor Insight
This 7-bed directed-care home suits families seeking an intimate setting for a loved one with dementia or cognitive decline. Availability is limited; early contact is advised. ALTCS/Medicaid acceptance is unconfirmed — verify directly before placement planning.
Location & Neighborhood
Location & Neighborhood
Located in the 85233 ZIP in northwest Gilbert near Lindsay Road and Baseline Road, close to the Heritage District, El Dorado Lakes, and the Islands neighborhoods, with easy access to Gilbert Road arterial.
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Facility Details
- Facility Type
- Assisted Living Home
- Licensed Capacity
- 7 residents
- License Number
- AL7522H
- County
- Maricopa County
- License Effective
- January 1, 2026
- License Information
- License information should be verified directly with ADHS or the community before move-in.
Data last verified May 2026 · Source: AZ DHS Residential Facilities License Database; Operator official website (yashuasalh.com); AZ DHS public license record (AL7522H); ElderLife Financial facility profile; CareAvailability provider listing; AZ DHS Article 8 directed care regulations
Deep Research refresh May 2026: license AL7522H confirmed active with AZ DHS as Assisted Living Home-Directed, capacity 7; operator website yashuasalh.com verified; directed care authorization confirms memory care-capable status; ALTCS acceptance not determinable from public sources.
Nearby Hospitals & Medical Centers
- Valleywise Health - Mesa~3.4 mi est.
- Arizona Spine And Joint Hospital~3.8 mi est.
- Banner Rehabilitation Hospital- East~4.2 mi est.
- Banner Desert Medical Center~4.5 mi est.
Distances are straight-line estimates from facility coordinates.
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