Amber Creek Inn
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Scottsdale, AZ
Amber Creek Inn
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Scottsdale, AZ
Amber Creek Inn undoubtedly provides the highest care for memory care support in Scottsdale. Management makes it a point that seniors are given the freedom and choice given to each resident and ensures that they attend to the unique needs of each individual with kindness and compassion. Amber Creek Inn offers senior living enriched by world-class hospitality and service.
As a Koelsch senior living home, expect luxury and comfort as the driving forces of the community. Its premier all-inclusive features include ALDs, memory care training, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry services tailored to their unique needs.
65-bed community Rank #186 / 521Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 186th out of 521 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
11 years in operation Rank #217 / 547Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 217th out of 547 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 53 / 100 Rank #218 / 777Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 218th out of 777 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
StatusActive
IssuanceApril 11, 2015
ExpirationOctober 31, 2026
License NumberAL9784C
QualificationHealth Care
Amber Creek Inn is administered by Heidi Mclester.
OwnerScottsdale Memory Partners LLC
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 Score
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, deficiencies, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Arizona state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Arizona assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, deficiencies, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Arizona state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Arizona assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
13 points above the Arizona average for assisted living residences (82/100)
Rank #50 / 300 in Arizona Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 50th out of 300 homes in Arizona for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Arizona average among 300 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 95 out of 100. Letter grade A. 13 points above the Arizona average for assisted living residences (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
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (11% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (67% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (56% below)
• Total complaints (50% below)
• Enforcement actions (11% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (67% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (56% below)
• Total complaints (50% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 3 | 9 | This facility has 67% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (3 vs. AZ avg 9).↓ 67% better Rank #64 / 399 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 64th out of 399 homes in Arizona for deficiencies. Shows this facility's deficiencies compared to the Arizona average among 399 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.8 | 1.8 | This facility has 56% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0.8 vs. AZ avg 1.8).↓ 56% better Rank #59 / 399 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 59th out of 399 homes in Arizona for deficiencies per inspection. Shows this facility's deficiencies per inspection compared to the Arizona average among 399 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
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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.
| 1 | 0.9 | This facility has 11% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 11% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 4 | 5 | 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
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 3 | 6 | This facility has 50% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (3 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 50% better Rank #320 / 486 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 320th out of 486 homes in Arizona for complaint-related visits. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 486 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Beauty Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Amber Creek Inn
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6.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Scottsdale's city center to Amber Creek Inn's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.7 miles to nearest hospital (HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center)
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| Amber Creek Inn | AL MC | Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale) | 65
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Financial Assistance for
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Frequently Asked Questions about Amber Creek Inn
What neighborhood is Amber Creek Inn in?
Amber Creek Inn is in the Central Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale.
Who is the owner of Amber Creek Inn?
Amber Creek Inn is legally operated by Scottsdale Memory Partners LLC, and administered by Heidi McLester.
Is Amber Creek Inn in a walkable area?
Amber Creek Inn has a walk score of 53. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Amber Creek Inn?
According to AZ state health department records, Amber Creek Inn's license number is AL9784C.
When does Amber Creek Inn's license expire?
According to AZ state health department records, Amber Creek Inn's license expires on October 31, 2026.
How long has Amber Creek Inn been in business?
Amber Creek Inn has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Amber Creek Inn?
No, Amber Creek Inn has a no-pet policy.
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