Gardens at Ocotillo
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Chandler, AZ

Gardens at Ocotillo

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Chandler, AZ

Overview of Gardens at Ocotillo

Gardens at Ocotillo is a remarkable senior living community in Maricopa County, Chandler, AZ, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Retire in tastefully designed accommodations while enjoying the comfort of knowing that a dedicated team is available to provide assistance 24/7. Supportive care and other convenient services, such as apartment maintenance, weekly housekeeping, and scheduled transportation, ensures residents live a comfortable and carefree life.

Redefining aging and providing plenty of opportunities to contribute, learn, and get involved, the community conducts an array of enriching activities that stimulate the mind and promote continued growth. The community provides comfort, convenience, and enjoyment through their wealth of first class amenities, including a salon, theater, library, wellness center, a sky lounge, and beautiful courtyard and walking paths for outdoor relaxation. Pets are welcome too, so you wouldn’t have to leave your furry best friends behind when you move in.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 90 Rank #110 / 448Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 110th out of 448 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #147 / 450Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 147th out of 450 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
11 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #322 / 534Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 322nd out of 534 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
IssuanceJuly 30, 2015
License NumberAL9681C
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Gardens at Ocotillo is administered by Keith F Boal.

OwnerChandler Operator, LLC

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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.

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 3 Worse Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (100% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (12% above)
• Enforcement actions (233% above)
2 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total complaints (33% below)
• Complaints per year (35% below)

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

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2412 This facility has 100% more total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (24 vs. AZ avg 12).↑ 100% worse Rank #381 / 432 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 381st out of 432 assisted living communities we track in Arizona for deficiencies. Shows this facility's deficiencies compared to the Arizona average among the 432 assisted living communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.72.41 This facility has 12% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2.7 vs. AZ avg 2.41).↑ 12% worse Rank #286 / 432 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 286th out of 432 assisted living communities we track in Arizona for deficiencies per inspection. Shows this facility's deficiencies per inspection compared to the Arizona average among the 432 assisted living communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
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. 30.9 This facility has 233% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (3 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 233% 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. 95 This facility has had 80% more total inspections than the Arizona average (9 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 80% more

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. 46 This facility has 33% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (4 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 33% better Rank #327 / 435 Total complaints — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 327th out of 435 assisted living communities we track in Arizona for complaint-related visits. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among the 435 assisted living communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2023. 1.32 This facility has 35% fewer complaints per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1.3 vs. AZ avg 2).↓ 35% better

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Building Type: 3-story

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Places of interest near Gardens at Ocotillo

Address 3.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Chandler's city center to Gardens at Ocotillo's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
The Village of Ocotillo
AL
IL
MC
Chandler (Fox Crossing)
152
Facility 152
AZ AVG 47
Rank #25 / 448
Yes
34
Facility 34
AZ AVG 35
Rank #269 / 534
1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 11
Rank #136 / 450
Mine T Ferrari6
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 432
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 432
Clarendale of Chandler
AL
IL
MC
RC
Chandler
114
Facility 114
AZ AVG 47
Rank #74 / 448
Yes
44
Facility 44
AZ AVG 35
Rank #186 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 11
Rank #415 / 450
Rahul Segal4
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 432
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 432
Sunrise of Chandler
AL
MC
Chandler
100
Facility 100
AZ AVG 47
Rank #96 / 448
Yes
64
Facility 64
AZ AVG 35
Rank #51 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
14
Facility 14
AZ AVG 11
Rank #114 / 450
Logan Watts5
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 9
Rank #185 / 432
1.0
Facility 1.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #139 / 432
Gardens at Ocotillo
AL
IL
MC
Chandler (Island At Ocotillo)
90
Facility 90
AZ AVG 47
Rank #110 / 448
Yes
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG 35
Rank #322 / 534
-
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 11
Rank #147 / 450
Keith F Boal9
24
Facility 24
AZ AVG 9
Rank #381 / 432
2.7
Facility 2.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #286 / 432
Brookdale Chandler Ray Road
AL
Chandler
54
Facility 54
AZ AVG 47
Rank #148 / 448
Yes
63
Facility 63
AZ AVG 35
Rank #58 / 534
Suite
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG 11
Rank #29 / 450
Karla Vasquez3
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 9
Rank #162 / 432
1.3
Facility 1.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #184 / 432

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other AZ assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Gardens at Ocotillo is located in Chandler, 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 Gardens at Ocotillo

What neighborhood is Gardens at Ocotillo in?

Gardens at Ocotillo is in the Island at Ocotillo neighborhood of Chandler.

Who is the owner of Gardens at Ocotillo?

Gardens at Ocotillo is legally operated by Chandler Operator, LLC, and administered by Keith F Boal.

Is Gardens at Ocotillo in a walkable area?

Gardens at Ocotillo has a walk score of 27. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Gardens at Ocotillo?

According to AZ state health department records, Gardens at Ocotillo's license number is AL9681C.

How long has Gardens at Ocotillo been in business?

Gardens at Ocotillo has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Gardens at Ocotillo?

Yes, Gardens at Ocotillo allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Gardens at Ocotillo?

Keith F Boal is the administrator of Gardens at Ocotillo.

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