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Gift of Love Assisted Living
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Gift of Love Assisted Living

4644 E Lavender Ln, Phoenix, AZ 85044 View map
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Overview of Gift of Love Assisted Living

Located in the harmonious neighborhood of East Lavender Lane, Phoenix, AZ, Gift of Love Assisted Living is a blissful community that offers assisted living. With care and assistance tailored to residents’ special needs around the clock, the community ensures a comfortable and safe retirement. Health checkups, medication administration, alongside household responsibilities are cared for, to provide residents with more time to focus on the things they truly enjoy.

Elevate your retirement with fun activities and enriching programs, promoting belongingness and an active lifestyle. Nutritional and delightful meals are also served for residents’ dietary needs and preferences. To ease residents’ loneliness, the community also provides dog companions for a more lively environment.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 5 Rank #375 / 448Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 375th 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 An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #164 / 450Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 164th 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.
9 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #149 / 534Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 149th 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 Home
StatusActive
IssuanceNovember 1, 2016
ExpirationOctober 31, 2026
License NumberAL10200H
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Gift of Love Assisted Living is administered by Emmanuel Mena.

OwnerGift Of Love Assisted Living, LLC

Leadership

ContactTito Gobantes (per state records, record updated Aug 2026)

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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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 5 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (83% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (17% below)
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
• Total complaints (83% below)
• Complaints per year (83% below)

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

This Facility AZ Average vs. AZ Avg
Total deficiencies Info 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 #103 / 432 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 103rd 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. 2.0 2.41 This facility has 17% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2 vs. AZ avg 2.41).↓ 17% better Rank #228 / 432 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 228th 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. 0 0.9 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 Facility AZ Average vs. AZ Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1 5 This facility has had 80% fewer total inspections than the Arizona average (1 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 80% fewer

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This Facility AZ Average vs. AZ Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 1 6 This facility has 83% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 83% better Rank #167 / 435 Total complaints — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 167th 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 2024. 0.5 3 This facility has 83% fewer complaints per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0.5 vs. AZ avg 3).↓ 83% better
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Address 4644 E Lavender Ln, Phoenix, AZ 85044

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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.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Avista Senior Living North Mountain
AL
MC
RC
 Phoenix (Globa)
149
Facility 149
AZ AVG 47
Rank #28 / 448
Yes
75
Facility 75
AZ AVG 35
Rank #11 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
16
Facility 16
AZ AVG 11
Rank #99 / 450
A+ Candice A Fine 10
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 6
Rank #394 / 435
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 9
Rank #228 / 432
0.7
Facility 0.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #115 / 432
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Arcadia
AL
MC
 Phoenix (Arcadia Lite)
135
Facility 135
AZ AVG 47
Rank #44 / 448
Yes
69
Facility 69
AZ AVG 35
Rank #30 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
22
Facility 22
AZ AVG 11
Rank #56 / 450
A+ Travis Garrard 8
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 6
Rank #358 / 435
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 9
Rank #79 / 432
0.1
Facility 0.1
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #79 / 432
Cave Creek Assisted Living
AL
MC
RC
 Cave Creek (Desert View Village)
97
Facility 97
AZ AVG 47
Rank #101 / 448
Yes
25
Facility 25
AZ AVG 35
Rank #340 / 534
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed - - Michelle Toft 5
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 6
Rank #1 / 435
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 432
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 432
Shadow Mountain Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
 Phoenix (Paradise Valley Oasis)
72
Facility 72
AZ AVG 47
Rank #126 / 448
Yes
70
Facility 70
AZ AVG 35
Rank #24 / 534
Private / Companion Suites
13
Facility 13
AZ AVG 11
Rank #126 / 450
A+ Misty Farnstrom 8
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 6
Rank #394 / 435
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 9
Rank #79 / 432
0.1
Facility 0.1
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #79 / 432
Gift of Love Assisted Living
AL
 Phoenix (Ahwatukee Foothills Village)
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 47
Rank #375 / 448
No
49
Facility 49
AZ AVG 35
Rank #149 / 534
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 11
Rank #164 / 450
- Emmanuel Mena 1
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 6
Rank #167 / 435
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 9
Rank #103 / 432
2.0
Facility 2.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #228 / 432

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Gift of Love Assisted Living is located in Phoenix, 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 Gift of Love Assisted Living

What neighborhood is Gift of Love Assisted Living in?

Gift of Love Assisted Living is in the Ahwatukee Foothills Village neighborhood of Phoenix.

Is Gift of Love Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Gift of Love Assisted Living has a walk score of 49. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Gift of Love Assisted Living?

According to AZ state health department records, Gift of Love Assisted Living's license number is AL10200H.

When does Gift of Love Assisted Living's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Gift of Love Assisted Living's license expires on October 31, 2026.

How long has Gift of Love Assisted Living been in business?

Gift of Love Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Gift of Love Assisted Living?

No, Gift of Love Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Gift of Love Assisted Living?

Emmanuel Mena is the administrator of Gift of Love Assisted Living.

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