A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC in Scottsdale, AZ

Overview of A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC

Nestled in Scottsdale, Arizona, A Better Choice Assisted Living offers a nurturing environment where seniors receive personalized care, assistance with daily activities, and a sense of belonging. Residents experience daily joy, with their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs addressed with utmost dignity and respect.

With caregivers available 24/7, residents enjoy support whenever needed and essential services like meals, laundry, and housekeeping. The community prioritizes creating a familial assisted living atmosphere, ensuring residents feel cherished and valued. A Better Choice Assisted Living is an excellent senior living facility that will fulfill and surpass expectations.

Facility Direct Line (480) 614-5410 abetterchoiceal@gmail.com

8-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

3 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 69 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Home

StatusActive

IssuanceFebruary 6, 2023

ExpirationJune 1, 2026 Expired

License NumberAL12565H

QualificationHealth Care

A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC is administered by Maria De Jesus Martinez.

OwnerA BETTER CHOICE ASSISTED LIVING LLC

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactMaria Martinez

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Inspection score unavailable

Not enough inspection history to generate a score.

Average score for Arizona assisted living residences: B- 82/100

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.

Overall vs. AZ average

Latest Inspection June 2, 2023 Compliance (Initial) No deficiencies

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
Enforcement actions Formal penalties or interventions imposed by Arizona regulators — directed plans of correction, civil monetary penalties, denial of payment, or appointment of temporary management.	0	0.9	This facility has 100% fewer enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↓ 100% better

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	1	5	This facility has 80% fewer total inspections than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 5).↓ 80% better

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The June 2, 2023 off-site initial inspection for change of ownership found no deficiencies.
No complaints or citations were reported during the June 2, 2023 inspection.
The facility had no deficiencies or negative findings at the most recent June 2, 2023 inspection.

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

8.9 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Scottsdale's city center to A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.


ACOYA Troon by Cogir	AL IL	Scottsdale (Troon Village)	155	Yes	26	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	5	Grace E Leathers	7	6 Facility 6 AZ AVG 6 Rank #397 / 500
Sunrise of Scottsdale	AL MC RC	Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale)	110	Yes	73	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	18	Erik G Thompson	7	7 Facility 7 AZ AVG 6 Rank #418 / 500
The Gardens of Scottsdale	AL MC	Scottsdale	86	Yes	45	Studio	14	Brandon Gaffney	7	4 Facility 4 AZ AVG 6 Rank #350 / 500
Maravilla Scottsdale	AL NH IL MC	Scottsdale (North Scottsdale)	84	Yes	25	1 Bed / 2 Bed	14	Rae L Richardson	4	2 Facility 2 AZ AVG 6 Rank #267 / 500
A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC	AL MC	Scottsdale (Aztec Corridor)	8	Yes	69	Private / Semi-Private Rooms	3	Maria De Jesus Martinez	1	0 Facility 0 AZ AVG 6 Rank #1 / 500

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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).

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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)

What neighborhood is A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC in?

A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC is in the Aztec Corridor neighborhood of Scottsdale.

Is A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC in a walkable area?

A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC has a walk score of 69. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC?

According to AZ state health department records, A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC's license number is AL12565H.

When does A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC's license expires on June 1, 2026.

Who is the administrator of A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC?

Maria De Jesus Martinez is the administrator of A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC.

How many beds does A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC have?

A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC has 8 beds.

Are there photos of A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC?

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