Estancia Assisted Living III

Estancia Assisted Living III

Overview of Estancia Assisted Living III

Providing care for over 25 years, Estancia Assisted Living III is a renowned senior living community in East Tonto Court, Gilbert, AZ, that offers assisted living and home health aid. Residents experience unparalleled care and comfort with a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their needs and preferences around the clock. With its vibrant and welcoming environment, the community ensures residents flourish and live to their potential.

Elevate your retirement with exciting events and engaging programs, highlighting your interests and strengths. Here, residents eat well and feel good with diverse dining options catering to their dietary needs and tastes. Residents enjoy a relaxing retirement surrounded by purposely designed and cozy amenities.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 10 Rank #170 / 448Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 170th out of 448 assisted living communities we track in Arizona for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Arizona facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #177 / 450Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 177th out of 450 assisted living communities we track in Arizona for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Arizona facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
9 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #253 / 534Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 253rd out of 534 assisted living communities we track in Arizona for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Arizona facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Home
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 18, 2017
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
License NumberAL10216H
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Estancia Assisted Living III is administered by Dustin Godfrey.

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Inspection History

In Arizona, the Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing performs regular onsite inspections and investigates complaints for all licensed residential and nursing facilities.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Arizona state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. AZ average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (9% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (18% above)
3 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
• Total complaints (67% below)
• Complaints per year (65% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1211 This facility has 9% more total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (12 vs. AZ avg 11).↑ 9% worse Rank #313 / 432 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 313th out of 432 assisted living communities we track in Arizona for deficiencies. Shows this facility's deficiencies compared to the Arizona average among the 432 assisted living communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.02.55 This facility has 18% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (3 vs. AZ avg 2.55).↑ 18% worse Rank #301 / 432 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 301st out of 432 assisted living communities we track in Arizona for deficiencies per inspection. Shows this facility's deficiencies per inspection compared to the Arizona average among the 432 assisted living communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Enforcement actions Info Formal penalties or interventions imposed by Arizona regulators — directed plans of correction, civil monetary penalties, denial of payment, or appointment of temporary management. 00.9 This facility has 100% fewer enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↓ 100% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 45 This facility has had 20% fewer total inspections than the Arizona average (4 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 20% fewer

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 26 This facility has 67% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 67% better Rank #250 / 435 Total complaints — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 250th out of 435 assisted living communities we track in Arizona for complaint-related visits. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among the 435 assisted living communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2023. 0.72 This facility has 65% fewer complaints per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0.7 vs. AZ avg 2).↓ 65% better

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 8.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Gilbert's city center to Estancia Assisted Living III's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the AZ Dept. of Health Services (ADHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Savanna House
AL
MC
Gilbert
135
Facility 135
AZ AVG 47
Rank #44 / 448
Yes
35
Facility 35
AZ AVG 35
Rank #261 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 11
Rank #415 / 450
-Diana Escobedo4
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 9
Rank #103 / 432
0.5
Facility 0.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #96 / 432
The Enclave at Gilbert Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Gilbert
133
Facility 133
AZ AVG 47
Rank #48 / 448
Yes
35
Facility 35
AZ AVG 35
Rank #261 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
22
Facility 22
AZ AVG 11
Rank #56 / 450
B-Briana Watson8
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 9
Rank #282 / 432
1.3
Facility 1.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #184 / 432
American Orchards
AL
MC
NH
Gilbert
53
Facility 53
AZ AVG 47
Rank #149 / 448
Yes
15
Facility 15
AZ AVG 35
Rank #404 / 534
Studio / Suite
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 11
Rank #136 / 450
A+Jefferson Gerodias11
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 9
Rank #162 / 432
0.4
Facility 0.4
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #91 / 432
Estancia Assisted Living III
AL
Gilbert (Marbella Vineyards)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 47
Rank #170 / 448
No
36
Facility 36
AZ AVG 35
Rank #253 / 534
Private Rooms
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 11
Rank #177 / 450
-Dustin Godfrey4
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 9
Rank #313 / 432
3.0
Facility 3.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #301 / 432
Canyon Creek Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
MC
Gilbert (Gilbert Commons)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 47
Rank #170 / 448
No
54
Facility 54
AZ AVG 35
Rank #110 / 534
Private Rooms
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 11
Rank #339 / 450
-Cristian Pasca1
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 432
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 432

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other AZ assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Estancia Assisted Living III is located in Gilbert, Arizona.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Arizona.

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Arizona Long Term Care System

ALTCS

Age 65+ or disabled
General Arizona resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
AZ

Covers tribal members; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Nursing home care Medical services Transportation (10 trips/month)

Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+
General Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $10,000 individual
AZ

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day)

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AZ WAP

Age 60+ priority
General Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual
Asset Limits Not applicable; income-focused.
AZ

High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.

Benefits
Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AZ Section 202

Age 62+
General Arizona resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,645/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned
AZ

Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.

Benefits
Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Arizona CARES Program

AZ CARES

Age
General Caregivers of Arizona residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
AZ

Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+ or disabled
General Arizona resident, need assistance with daily activities, not eligible for Medicaid/ALTCS.
Income Limits Above Medicaid threshold but low-income ~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies by region
Asset Limits Not specified; income-driven eligibility.
AZ

Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Personal care (limited hours) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Frequently Asked Questions about Estancia Assisted Living III

What neighborhood is Estancia Assisted Living III in?

Estancia Assisted Living III is in the Marbella Vineyards neighborhood of Gilbert.

Is Estancia Assisted Living III in a walkable area?

Estancia Assisted Living III has a walk score of 36. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Estancia Assisted Living III?

According to AZ state health department records, Estancia Assisted Living III's license number is AL10216H.

When does Estancia Assisted Living III's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Estancia Assisted Living III's license expires on December 31, 2026.

How long has Estancia Assisted Living III been in business?

Estancia Assisted Living III has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Estancia Assisted Living III?

No, Estancia Assisted Living III has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Estancia Assisted Living III?

Dustin Godfrey is the administrator of Estancia Assisted Living III.

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