Overview of Arizona’s Golden Heart

Conveniently located near hospitals in Glendale, AZ, Arizona’s Golden Heart is a distinguished community that offers assisted living. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides the highest quality of care and assistance around the clock. Keep peace of mind with a respectful and highly trained team attending to their day-to-day activities and personal needs.

A jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs is also conducted to keep residents active and socially engaged. Here, residents enjoy delicious and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. The community is equipped with an activity center and cozy outdoor spaces, ensuring residents get to relax in their later years while receiving the utmost care and assistance they deserve.

Bed community size
7-bed community Rank #433 / 522Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 433rd out of 522 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 smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
18 years in operation Rank #97 / 533Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 97th out of 533 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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 14 / 100 Rank #631 / 818Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 631st out of 818 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Home
StatusActive
IssuanceMay 15, 2008
ExpirationApril 30, 2027
License NumberAL7053H
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Arizona’s Golden Heart is administered by Aurelia Horga.

OwnerAurelia Horga

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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.

We don't publish a score for assisted living residences with fewer than three inspections on record. This would unfairly reward providers with limited inspection history or those that have not been operating long enough to be cited.

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Not enough inspection history to generate a score.

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

Inspection score not available. Not enough inspection history to score against the Arizona benchmark.

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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (100% below)

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

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
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. 15 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

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

  • September 20, 2023 inspection found only one deficiency related to a resident’s written service plan not being updated timely.
  • The single deficiency involved documentation but no complaints or other issues were noted during the inspection.
  • No complaints were substantiated, and no immediate jeopardy or harm-level citations appeared in the record.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Places of interest near Arizona’s Golden Heart

Address 8.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Glendale's city center to Arizona’s Golden Heart's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Arizona’s Golden Heart is located in Glendale, 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 Arizona’s Golden Heart

What neighborhood is Arizona’s Golden Heart in?

Arizona’s Golden Heart is in the Arrowhead Ranch neighborhood of Glendale.

Who is the owner of Arizona’s Golden Heart?

Arizona’s Golden Heart is legally operated by Aurelia Horga, and administered by Aurelia Horga.

Is Arizona’s Golden Heart in a walkable area?

Arizona’s Golden Heart has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Arizona’s Golden Heart?

According to AZ state health department records, Arizona’s Golden Heart's license number is AL7053H.

When does Arizona’s Golden Heart's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Arizona’s Golden Heart's license expires on April 30, 2027.

How long has Arizona’s Golden Heart been in business?

Arizona’s Golden Heart has been operating for approximately 18 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Arizona’s Golden Heart?

No, Arizona’s Golden Heart has a no-pet policy.

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