Chaparral Winds Independent Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Surprise, AZ
Chaparral Winds Independent Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Surprise, AZ
Chaparral Winds boasts an elegant and professional atmosphere that delivers world-class service with compassion and respect. They offer senior independent living options in a resort-style setting. Residents of all lifestyles are encouraged to enjoy seamless access to the beautiful community features available. Chaparral Winds built its trusted reputation on terrific customer service, earning it the respect of being a reliable senior living community in Surprise.
The lifestyle is resident-centered, providing that seniors can prioritize while balanced with the freedom to do as they please. Community services include ADLs, medication management, housekeeping, wellness programs, educational activities, and social events.
96-bed community Rank #140 / 521Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 140th out of 521 homes we track 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.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
23 years in operation Rank #79 / 548Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 79th out of 548 homes we track 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.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.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: 38 / 100 Rank #385 / 775Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 385th out of 775 homes we track 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.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.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
Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
StatusActive
IssuanceMarch 18, 2003
ExpirationFebruary 28, 2027
License NumberAL4226C
QualificationHealth Care
Chaparral Winds Independent Living is administered by Lisa S Wynn.
OwnerChaparral Winds Assisted Living, L.l.c
Courtyard
Dining
Specific ProgramsCommunity News
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 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) 2 At Avg Metrics at Arizona average:
• Total complaints (at AZ avg)
• Complaints per year (at AZ avg) 2 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (83% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (88% below)
• Enforcement actions (11% above) 2 At Avg Metrics at Arizona average:
• Total complaints (at AZ avg)
• Complaints per year (at AZ avg) 2 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (83% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (88% 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.
| 2 | 12 | This facility has 83% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2 vs. AZ avg 12).↓ 83% better Rank #116 / 487 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 116th out of 487 homes we track in Arizona for deficiencies. Shows this facility's deficiencies compared to the Arizona average among 487 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. |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.3 | 2.41 | This facility has 88% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0.3 vs. AZ avg 2.41).↓ 88% better Rank #96 / 487 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 96th out of 487 homes we track in Arizona for deficiencies per inspection. Shows this facility's deficiencies per inspection compared to the Arizona average among 487 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. |
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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.
| 8 | 5 | This facility has had 60% more total inspections than the Arizona average (8 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 60% more |
Complaints & Investigations
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 6 | 6 | This facility has total complaints in line with the Arizona average (6 vs. AZ avg 6).— At avg Rank #400 / 490 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 400th out of 490 homes we track in Arizona for complaint-related visits. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 490 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. |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2023.
| 2 | 2 | This facility has complaints per year in line with the Arizona average (2 vs. AZ avg 2).— At avg |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Lisa Wynn is the Community Executive Director at Chaparral Winds Independent Living. A native of Phoenix, she began her career in Assisted Living and aging services and is dedicated to fostering a culture of compassion, trust, respect, and fun. Lisa values strong connections with team members, residents, and their families, ensuring a warm and supportive environment for all.
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Chaparral Winds Independent Living
Places of interest near Chaparral Winds Independent Living
1.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Surprise's city center to Chaparral Winds Independent Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.09 miles to nearest hospital (Banner Del E Webb Medical Center | Sun City West, AZ | Meeker Blvd.)
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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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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| Orchard Pointe at Surprise | AL MC RC | Surprise | 130
Facility
130
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#64 / 521 | Yes |
58
Facility
58
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#168 / 775 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#277 / 548 | - | Amy Birkel | 4 | 3
Facility
3
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#324 / 490 | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#202 / 487 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#208 / 487 |
| Chaparral Winds Independent Living | AL IL MC | Surprise | 96
Facility
96
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#140 / 521 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#385 / 775 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 23
Facility
23
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#79 / 548 | - | Lisa S Wynn | 8 | 6
Facility
6
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#400 / 490 | 2
Facility
2
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#116 / 487 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#96 / 487 |
| The Oasis at Fellowship Square Surprise | AL IL MC NH SNF | Surprise | 88
Facility
88
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#151 / 521 | No |
36
Facility
36
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#412 / 775 | Studio / Private / 1 Bed Rooms | 7
Facility
7
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#297 / 548 | - | Alicia Juarez | 4 | 2
Facility
2
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#273 / 490 | 7
Facility
7
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#249 / 487 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#246 / 487 |
| Paradise for Parents Quality Care | AL HOS | Surprise (Litchfield Manor) | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#237 / 521 | No |
31
Facility
31
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#458 / 775 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | 9
Facility
9
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#254 / 548 | - | Denisa Kaporalis | 4 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#182 / 490 | 2
Facility
2
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#116 / 487 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#111 / 487 |
| Love and Care I Assisted Living | AL | Surprise (Dave Brown At West Point) | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#237 / 521 | No |
27
Facility
27
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#514 / 775 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | 15
Facility
15
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#159 / 548 | A+ | Ramona P Johnson | 2 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 490 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#89 / 487 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#111 / 487 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona
Chaparral Winds Independent Living is located in Surprise, Arizona.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chaparral Winds Independent Living
Who is the owner of Chaparral Winds Independent Living?
Chaparral Winds Independent Living is legally operated by Chaparral Winds Assisted Living, L.l.c., and administered by Lisa S Wynn.
Is Chaparral Winds Independent Living in a walkable area?
Chaparral Winds Independent Living has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Chaparral Winds Independent Living?
According to AZ state health department records, Chaparral Winds Independent Living's license number is AL4226C.
When does Chaparral Winds Independent Living's license expire?
According to AZ state health department records, Chaparral Winds Independent Living's license expires on February 28, 2027.
How long has Chaparral Winds Independent Living been in business?
Chaparral Winds Independent Living has been operating for approximately 23 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Chaparral Winds Independent Living?
Yes, Chaparral Winds Independent Living allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Chaparral Winds Independent Living?
Lisa S Wynn is the administrator of Chaparral Winds Independent Living.
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