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Lake Pleasant Assisted Living
Situated in the serene landscape of Peoria, Arizona, Lake Pleasant Assisted Living is a beautiful family-owned and operated assisted living home. This community is committed to enhancing the quality of life for its residents, fostering a sense of belonging, and providing personalized care with warmth. Their team ensures that essential healthcare services are available. Additionally, residents benefit from convenient laundry services.
At Lake Pleasant Assisted Living, residents receive assistance with daily activities, including hygiene and personal care. This welcoming community offers a safe, comfortable environment where seniors can thrive and enjoy their golden years. Conveniently situated at the crossroads of Happy Valley Road and Lake Pleasant Road, this community provides compassionate care and support for seniors in the area.
Community insights.
About this community
Lake Pleasant Assisted Living is administered by Vanessa Budure.
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 0 deficiencies 1 inspection
Inspection Scorecard
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.
Since 2024 vs. Arizona state average• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 0 | 12 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0 vs. AZ avg 12).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 486 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 486 homes we track in Arizona for deficiencies. Shows this facility's deficiencies compared to the Arizona average among 486 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. |
Inspections
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
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Total inspections
| 1 | 5 | This facility has had 80% fewer total inspections than the Arizona average (1 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 80% fewer |
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Places of interest near Lake Pleasant Assisted Living
8.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Peoria's city center to Lake Pleasant Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 5.11 miles to nearest hospital (Abrazo Arrowhead Campus)
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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.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Freedom Plaza Arizona | AL HOS IL MC NH SNF | Peoria | 111
Facility
111
AZ AVG
49
Rank
#91 / 487 | Yes |
28
Facility
28
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#468 / 740 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 48
Facility
48
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#3 / 529 | A+ | Ian G Lewis | 19 | 13
Facility
13
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#464 / 489 | 6
Facility
6
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#224 / 486 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#96 / 486 |
| Desert Winds Assisted Living | AL IL MC | Peoria (Desert Winds Mod) | 88
Facility
88
AZ AVG
49
Rank
#128 / 487 | Yes |
51
Facility
51
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#226 / 740 | - | 26
Facility
26
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#56 / 529 | - | Nora Dartoe | 9 | 6
Facility
6
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#400 / 489 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#1 / 486 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 486 |
| Lake Pleasant Assisted Living | AL IL MC RC | Peoria | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
49
Rank
#203 / 487 | No |
11
Facility
11
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#630 / 740 | Private Rooms | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#383 / 529 | - | Vanessa Budure | 1 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 489 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#1 / 486 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 486 |
| Fletcher Farms Assisted Living | AL MC | Peoria (Riverstone Estates) | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
49
Rank
#203 / 487 | No |
33
Facility
33
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#417 / 740 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | 15
Facility
15
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#147 / 529 | - | Mariafe S Castro | 3 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#182 / 489 | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#310 / 486 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#368 / 486 |
| Creative Care Assisted Living | AL | Grande Peoria (Sunrise) | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
49
Rank
#413 / 487 | No |
22
Facility
22
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#528 / 740 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | 12
Facility
12
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#187 / 529 | A+ | Simona Duican | 2 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#182 / 489 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#1 / 486 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 486 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Pleasant Assisted Living
Is Lake Pleasant Assisted Living in a walkable area?
Lake Pleasant Assisted Living has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Lake Pleasant Assisted Living?
According to AZ state health department records, Lake Pleasant Assisted Living's license number is AL12040H.
When does Lake Pleasant Assisted Living's license expire?
According to AZ state health department records, Lake Pleasant Assisted Living's license expires on November 8, 2026.
How long has Lake Pleasant Assisted Living been in business?
Lake Pleasant Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 4 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Lake Pleasant Assisted Living?
No, Lake Pleasant Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Lake Pleasant Assisted Living?
Vanessa Budure is the administrator of Lake Pleasant Assisted Living.
How many beds does Lake Pleasant Assisted Living have?
Lake Pleasant Assisted Living has 10 beds.
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