Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Scottsdale, AZ
Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Scottsdale, AZ
Gardens Care Senior Living is a compassionate retirement community in Scottsdale, AZ, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Here, older adults experience a vibrant retirement with its resort-like atmosphere. The community also offers 24-hour care, complimentary meal service, and lifestyle activities to enrich residents’ living experiences. With its commitment to residents’ welfare, personalized care plans are created to meet their special needs.
Gardening, yoga, and special trips allow residents to interact with their peers and experience a change of scenery. A variety of thoughtfully designed floor plans, cozy communal spaces, and spacious outdoors provide residents with places to spend their free time. With several homes across the country, this community ensures older adults can find the right place to spend their golden years. As one of the trusted options for senior living in Arizona, Gardens Care Senior Living provides high standards of care to help older adults thrive in retirement.
118-bed community Rank #93 / 522Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 93rd 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
1 year in operation Rank #494 / 533Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 494th 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 newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 70 / 100 Rank #51 / 818Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 51st 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
StatusActive
IssuanceSeptember 26, 2024
ExpirationSeptember 25, 2026
License NumberAL13188C
QualificationHealth Care
Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale is administered by Tara L Wallace.
OwnerThe Gardens Care Homes LLC
Profit StatusFor-profit
Emergency SystemsYes
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
No Alzheimer's certification
Home Care
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Salon
Barber
Spa
Chapel
Dining Room
Courtyard
Garden
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
Linen Service
Specific ProgramsHomestead Independent and Assisted Living, SaddleRock Memory Care, Smoke Ranch Memory Care, Indian Tree, Majestic View, Quaker Acres, Well House, Columbine Acres, Meadow Hills, Saddle Rock, Red Hawk, Cherry Knolls, Memorial Park, Camenisch Park, Coyote Creek, Jewell Estates, Pinehurst, Belmar Acres, Homestead, Thomas Park
Religious Services
Operating HoursMo-Su 00:00-23:59
Starting Price$1,899 per month
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) 1 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total complaints (33% below)
• Enforcement actions (11% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total complaints (33% below)
Deficiencies
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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
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 6 | 5 | This facility has had 20% more total inspections than the Arizona average (6 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 20% more |
Complaints & Investigations
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 4 | 6 | This facility has 33% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (4 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 33% better Rank #346 / 482 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 346th 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
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- September 23, 2025 complaint investigation found one deficiency related to service plans.
- August 19, 2025 complaint investigation found no deficiencies in two complaint investigations.
- July 17, 2025 complaint investigation found two deficiencies related to administration and resident rights.
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Wellness Programs
Places of interest near Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale
6.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Scottsdale's city center to Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale'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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Atria Park of Sierra Pointe | AL IL RC | Scottsdale (Sierra Pointe) | 250
Facility
250
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#4 / 522 | Yes |
73
Facility
73
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#33 / 818 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 12
Facility
12
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#171 / 533 | B- | Stephani M Acuna | 1 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#175 / 482 | - | - |
| Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale | AL IL MC | Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale) | 118
Facility
118
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#93 / 522 | No |
70
Facility
70
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#51 / 818 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#494 / 533 | - | Tara L Wallace | 6 | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#346 / 482 | - | - |
| Pueblo Norte Senior Living Community | AL IL MC | Scottsdale (Scottsdale Pueblo Norte) | 60
Facility
60
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#190 / 522 | Yes |
74
Facility
74
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#28 / 818 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#97 / 533 | - | Dawn R Larrarte | 2 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 482 | - | - |
| Vi at Grayhawk | AL IL MC NH SNF | Scottsdale (Grayhawk) | 36
Facility
36
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#224 / 522 | Yes |
8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#707 / 818 | - | - | A+ | - | 4 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#264 / 482 | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#8 / 35 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#20 / 35 |
| Vi at Silverstone | AL IL MC NH SNF | Scottsdale (North Scottsdale) | 24
Facility
24
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#231 / 522 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#331 / 818 | Villa / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#140 / 533 | - | Andrew Quinn | 7 | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#346 / 482 | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
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Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale is located in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale
What neighborhood is Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale in?
Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale is in the Central Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale.
Who is the owner of Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale?
Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale is legally operated by The Gardens Care Homes LLC, and administered by Tara L Wallace.
Is Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale in a walkable area?
Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale has a walk score of 70. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale?
According to AZ state health department records, Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale's license number is AL13188C.
When does Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale's license expire?
According to AZ state health department records, Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale's license expires on September 25, 2026.
How long has Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale been in business?
Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale?
No, Gardens Care Senior Living – Scottsdale has a no-pet policy.
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