Gems Assisted Living II
Assisted Living, Home Care & Memory Care · Lake Havasu City, AZ

Gems Assisted Living II

Assisted Living, Home Care & Memory Care · Lake Havasu City, AZ

Overview of Gems Assisted Living II

Have a magnificent retirement with Gems Assisted Living II, conveniently located in the tranquil neighborhood of Lake Havasu City, AZ, providing in-home care, and memory care services. This enticing senior living community believes that caring is not their job, but their mission, ensuring its residents can live life to the fullest. With its well-trained and dedicated team, residents can receive all levels of care from companionship to full care, providing them peace of mind and security.

At Gems Assisted Living II, well-being goes beyond physical care. The community also offers diverse social activities and life enrichment programs that promote social engagement, wellness, and personal growth. Here, residents are provided not only with exceptional care, but also an enriching lifestyle, making their time both rewarding and fulfilling.

Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #448 / 528Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 448th out of 528 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
9 years in operation Rank #223 / 533Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 223rd 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: 43 / 100 Rank #332 / 819Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 332nd out of 819 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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: D- (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Home
StatusActive
IssuanceMay 14, 2019
ExpirationApril 30, 2026 Expired
License NumberAL11108H
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Gems Assisted Living II is administered by Carlos V Serrano.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactCarlos Serrano (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsIn-Home Care

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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. 2 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
• 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. 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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 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 #173 / 479 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 173rd out of 479 homes in Arizona for Complaint-related visits. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 479 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.

  • January 29, 2024 inspection found 11 deficiencies including first aid failures, unqualified caregivers, medication errors, missing residency agreements, and unsafe facility modifications.
  • April 8, 2025 inspection identified 5 deficiencies, repeating lack of CPR certification and failures in staff training, tuberculosis screening, and environmental safety.
  • June 30, 2025 enforcement imposed a $750 fine that the facility paid in full.

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 0.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lake Havasu City's city center to Gems Assisted Living II's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Lake Havasu City

The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.

Gems Assisted Living IV
AL
HC
MC
Lake Havasu City
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 54
Rank #244 / 528
No
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 37
Rank #668 / 819
Private Rooms
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 11
Rank #307 / 533
-Charlene M Pruden3
Gems Assisted Living III
AL
HC
MC
Lake Havasu City
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 54
Rank #422 / 528
No
15
Facility 15
AZ AVG 37
Rank #618 / 819
Private Rooms
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 11
Rank #223 / 533
-Carlos Serrano2
Gems Assisted Living II
AL
HC
MC
Lake Havasu City
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 54
Rank #448 / 528
No
43
Facility 43
AZ AVG 37
Rank #332 / 819
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 11
Rank #223 / 533
D-Carlos V Serrano2
Vista Pointe at Lake Havasu City
AL
MC
RC
Lake Havasu City-Yes
77
Facility 77
AZ AVG 37
Rank #18 / 819
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Private Suite----
Casa Grande Assisted Living
AL
HOS
IL
PC
Lake Havasu City-No
13
Facility 13
AZ AVG 37
Rank #643 / 819
Private Rooms----

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Gems Assisted Living II is located in Lake Havasu City, 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 Gems Assisted Living II

Is Gems Assisted Living II in a walkable area?

Gems Assisted Living II has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Gems Assisted Living II?

According to AZ state health department records, Gems Assisted Living II's license number is AL11108H.

When does Gems Assisted Living II's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Gems Assisted Living II's license expires on April 30, 2026.

Are pets allowed at Gems Assisted Living II?

No, Gems Assisted Living II has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Gems Assisted Living II?

Carlos V Serrano is the administrator of Gems Assisted Living II.

How many beds does Gems Assisted Living II have?

Gems Assisted Living II has 6 beds.

Are there photos of Gems Assisted Living II?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Gems Assisted Living II in the photo gallery on this page.

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