The Watermark At Morrison Ranch in Gilbert, AZ

Save

  • Interior

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, decorative pillows, and stylish artwork on the wall.
  • Decor

    A modern conference room with a large table and elegant chairs, featuring neutral tones and natural light.
  • Kitchen

    A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets.
  • Bathroom

    A modern, accessible bathroom featuring white cabinets and wood floors.
  • Television

    A cozy game room featuring a foosball table, various chairs, a television, and bookshelves with a carpeted floor.
  • Seating

    A cozy home theater with comfortable seating and a large projector screen.
  • Salon

    A cozy beauty salon featuring hair styling stations and a pedicure chair.

The Watermark At Morrison Ranch in Gilbert, AZ

The Watermark At Morrison Ranch is an assisted living and memory care community in Gilbert, AZ.

Information last verified:

3333 East Morrison Ranch Parkway, Gilbert, AZ 85296

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.3 from 85 reviews
5 stars
68
4 stars
1
3 stars
1
2 stars
1
1 stars
14

Seniors.FYI Elite Community Awards

Top 5% Senior Living Community in 2019Top 5% Senior Living Community in 2024

Add this award to your website

Overall Review of The Watermark At Morrison Ranch

common 9 reviews mention this

Food and dining get praise

Residents describe meals as consistently good and improving over time.

Multiple reviews mention enjoying the food, including descriptions like great food, really good dining, and meals that are well cooked. One review notes dining started good and has been getting better. Others also highlight staff in the kitchen and dining room as attentive and friendly, which residents connect to a better dining experience.

common 9 reviews mention this

Activities and outings keep residents engaged

Residents and families frequently point to activities and outings as a daily highlight.

Several reviews say the community offers fun activities, musical parties, outings, and events throughout the year. Families also describe residents staying busy and having a reason to get out and socialize. A few reviews mention gaps in memory care programming, but overall engagement is a recurring theme tied to quality of life.

common 15 reviews mention this

Staff kindness and responsiveness stand out

Many reviewers describe staff as caring, helpful, and attentive to needs.

Across many reviews, residents and families emphasize staff being kind, caring, and available—especially when transitioning care or after health changes. Several reviewers specifically thank named leaders or caregivers and describe them as responsive with calls, questions, and day-to-day support. While there are strong complaints elsewhere in the reviews, positive staff experiences are a major and repeated reason families say they would recommend the community.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Safety concerns in memory care

Some reviews raise serious safety concerns for memory care residents.

A few reviewers describe incidents they connect to safety failures, including a reported fall where an alert button did not bring help quickly, and a walker missing for days. Another review describes wandering from memory care and delays in communication after police were involved. Reviews also mention medication and supervision concerns, and one reviewer says the community is understaffed and disorganized, particularly in memory care.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Rising rates and fee issues

Some families report unexpected rate increases and billing frustrations.

One reviewer says rates were raised by more than $2,000 per month based on medications. Others describe trouble with deposits and promises not being met, as well as refund delays tied to a resident’s estate. These concerns come alongside critiques that care declined after ownership changes, which some reviewers link to higher cost.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

  • 22 resident community capacity 22 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International (18 miles away) Phoenix Sky Harbor International (18 miles away)
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.3 miles)
  • Target Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.8 miles)

Parks

  • Finley Farms Park (1.4 miles)
  • Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch (1.5 miles)
  • Ashley Heights Park (2.1 miles)
  • Crossroads Green Belt (2.7 miles)
  • Desert Sky Park (3.1 miles)
  • Greenfield Park (3.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Affiliated Dermatology (1.6 miles)
  • Arizona Pain (1.8 miles)
  • Reddy GI Associates (2.3 miles)
  • Dermatology Solutions (2.3 miles)
  • Smith Dermatology (2.3 miles)
  • Parikh, Simul Banner Md Anderson Cancer Center (2.7 miles)
  • Arizona Asthma & Allergy Institute (2.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • Joe's Farm Grill (1.7 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (2.2 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.2 miles)
  • MOD Pizza (2.3 miles)
  • Del Taco (2.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.3 miles)
  • Cracker Barrel (2.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.8 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.3 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (3.5 miles)
  • Over Easy (3.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Saint Mary Magdalene Catholic Church (2.7 miles)
  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (3 miles)
  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (3.2 miles)

Theaters

  • Harkins Theatres SanTan Village 16 (2.8 miles)
  • Superstition Springs 25 (3.4 miles)

Transportation

  • General Aviation Center (3.5 miles)
  • Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) (3.9 miles)

Hospitals

  • Mercy Gilbert Medical Center (4.6 miles)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is The Watermark At Morrison Ranch?
Does The Watermark At Morrison Ranch provide care for residents with dementia or Alzheimer's disease?
What photos are available for The Watermark At Morrison Ranch in Gilbert, Arizona?

Nearby Communities

  • Quail Park at Morrison Ranch

    Quail Park at Morrison Ranch

    Gilbert, AZ

    4.4 from 84 reviews
    $2,995 to $6,000 / month

    pro Beautiful facility with engaging activities and smooth transitions between independent living and assisted living.

  • Serenity Springs

    Serenity Springs

    Gilbert, AZ

    5 from 1 review
    $2,700 to $3,500 / month

    pro Small, intimate community with comprehensive care options and appealing amenities.

  • Mary Grace Care Home

    Mary Grace Care Home

    Gilbert, AZ

    5 from 2 reviews
     

    pro Diabetes-focused care

  • Mary Grace Care Home I

    Mary Grace Care Home I

    Gilbert, AZ

    5 from 2 reviews
     

    pro Cozy, home-like assisted living with personalized care and comprehensive services.

  • Gifts Of Grace Assisted Living Homes

    Gifts Of Grace Assisted Living Homes

    Gilbert, AZ

     
    $2,500 to $3,000 / month

    pro Affordably priced in a small, intimate setting.

  • Ahadi Care Home

    Ahadi Care Home

    Gilbert, AZ

    4 from 3 reviews
     

    pro Comprehensive care and amenities in a small, fully furnished setting.

  • H&A Family Care Home

    H&A Family Care Home

    Gilbert, AZ

    5 from 4 reviews
    $3,000 / month

    pro Close to family home with personalized, one-on-one care.

  • Verena at Gilbert

    Verena at Gilbert

    Gilbert, AZ

    4.7 from 117 reviews
    $3,200 to $4,100 / month

    pro Professional staff, welcoming community, engaging activities, well-maintained and spacious apartments, and convenient transportation.

  • Inspira Gateway

    Inspira Gateway

    Mesa, AZ

    4.6 from 44 reviews
    $3,425 to $6,650 / month

    pro Bright, modern community with attentive staff, excellent meals, and engaging activities in a smaller, personalized setting.

Related Resources

  • how to talk to someone with dementiaHow to Communicate with a Loved One Living with Dementia: 10 Supportive Strategies

    The article outlines effective communication strategies for interacting with loved ones with dementia, highlighting the need for empathy, patience, and understanding while emphasizing supportive approaches like using simple language, minimizing distractions, and focusing on feelings over facts to maintain dignity and foster connection. It also suggests seeking professional guidance when needed as communication challenges evolve.

  • va nursing homeComprehensive Guide to VA Nursing Homes: A Crucial Long-Term Care Resource for Veterans

    VA nursing homes, or Community Living Centers (CLCs), offer tailored long-term care for veterans, featuring medical attention and rehabilitation in a supportive environment. The guide covers facility types, eligibility criteria, financial assistance options, quality of care standards, and alternatives to full-time nursing home placement.

  • in home dementia care costsEstimating the Expenses of At-Home Dementia Care: A Detailed Exploration

    At-home dementia care expenses vary widely based on care levels, location, and caregiver expertise, with monthly costs for home health aides exceeding $4,500 and specialized care potentially surpassing $100,000 annually. While families favor in-home care for its comfort and personalized attention, they must consider financial planning and the challenges of caregiver fatigue.

By clicking submit, you agree to our Partner's Terms of Use. You also consent to receive calls and texts, which may be autodialed, from our Partner. Your consent is not a condition to using our Partner's service. Please visit our Partner's Privacy Policy for information about their privacy practices.
Submit