Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Phoenix, AZ

Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Phoenix, AZ

Overview of Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla

Offering premier assisted living services in Scottsdale, Bella Vita Cholla Residences provides its seniors with unmatched commitment, care, and compassion. Management strives to offer a dedicated approach to enhancing the quality of life for seniors needing quality assistance by providing options that cater to each individual’s needs.

As a Bella Vita community, Cholla Residences creates a comfortable home-like environment, contributing to a vibrant senior living experience. Its comprehensive care plans provided by the personalized assisted living approach help reach holistic wellness. All-inclusive amenities and services include spacious common areas, well-kept bedrooms, a swimming pool, a garden, enriching programs, and engaging activities.

Bed community size
10-bed community Rank #238 / 522Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 238th 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
5 years in operation Rank #345 / 533Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 345th 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 42 / 100 Rank #345 / 818Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 345th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Home
StatusActive
IssuanceSeptember 9, 2020
ExpirationSeptember 8, 2026
License NumberAL11605H
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla is administered by Laura Cohen.

OwnerBella Vita Residential Assisted Living LLC

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Parkinson's Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Private Bedroom W/Private Bathrooms
Fresh
Delicious
Home-Cooked Meals And Snacks
Daily Exercise
Activities
Games
Music
Central Call System
Homes Are Fully Secure
Ongoing Health Monitoring
Personal Care Services/Adl's
High Staff To Resident Ratio
Awake Staff At Night
Onsite Visits From Medical Professionals & Services

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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.

Inspection score unavailable

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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (11% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total complaints (83% 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. 10.9 This facility has 11% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 11% worse

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. 25 This facility has had 60% fewer total inspections than the Arizona average (2 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 60% 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. 16 This facility has 83% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 83% better Rank #175 / 482 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 175th out of 482 homes in Arizona for complaint-related visits. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 482 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.

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

  • August 19, 2024 enforcement found repeat failure to provide staff training on fall prevention and fall recovery, posing risk to resident safety.
  • July 23, 2024 complaint investigation confirmed deficiencies in fall prevention training, medication storage, and poisonous material storage.
  • August 6, 2024 enforcement imposed and collected a $250 fine related to prior deficiencies.

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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No pets allowed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

Managed by Laura Cohen

Executive Director & Co-Owner

Places of interest near Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla

Address 4511 E Cholla St, Phoenix, AZ 85028 — 5.14 miles to nearest hospital (HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center)

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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.

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Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla
AL
MC
Phoenix (Paradise Valley Village)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 54
Rank #238 / 522
No
42
Facility 42
AZ AVG 37
Rank #345 / 818
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5
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-Laura Cohen-2--

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla is located in Phoenix, 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 Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla

What neighborhood is Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla in?

Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla is in the Paradise Valley Village neighborhood of Phoenix.

Who is the owner of Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla?

Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla is legally operated by Bella Vita Residential Assisted Living LLC, and administered by Laura Cohen.

Is Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla in a walkable area?

Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla has a walk score of 42. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla?

According to AZ state health department records, Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla's license number is AL11605H.

When does Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla's license expires on September 8, 2026.

How long has Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla been in business?

Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla has been operating for approximately 5 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla?

No, Bella Vita Assisted Living at Cholla has a no-pet policy.

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