Golden Autumn Adult Care Home
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Surprise, AZ

Golden Autumn Adult Care Home

Assisted Living & Respite Care · Surprise, AZ

Overview of Golden Autumn Adult Care Home

Bask in the sunlight in Golden Autumn Adult Care Home located in the charming neighborhood of W Paradise Lane, Surprise, AZ, that offers assisted living. The community provides naturally lit and cozy accommodations for residents’ comfort and wellness. Here, residents can rest easy knowing their personal needs and daily living activities are attended to.

Fostering social connection among its residents, the community orchestrates fun and engaging programs tailored to their leisure and wellness. The community also warmly welcomes military veterans, providing them with the utmost care and support they deserve. Enjoy every moment of your golden years surrounded by the community’s top-tier services and purposely designed amenities.

Bed community size
10-bed community Rank #237 / 521Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 237th 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 smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
17 years in operation Rank #137 / 548Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 137th 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 community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 24 / 100 Rank #548 / 775Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 548th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Home
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 5, 2010
ExpirationApril 30, 2027
License NumberAL8016H
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Golden Autumn Adult Care Home is administered by Dominika Zajac.

OwnerGolden Autumn Adult Care Home, LLC

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific Programs24-7 Licensed Assisted Living, Meals, Medication Administration, Housekeeping, Linen/Laundry, Family Home, Placement Services
Touring HoursMonday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Placement Only Hours: 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM

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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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (149% above)
• Enforcement actions (11% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (50% 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. 612 This facility has 50% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (6 vs. AZ avg 12).↓ 50% better Rank #224 / 487 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 224th 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.
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 6.02.41 This facility has 149% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (6 vs. AZ avg 2.41).↑ 149% worse Rank #439 / 487 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 439th 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.
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. 10.9 This facility has 11% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 11% 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. 15 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

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Housekeeping Services

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Transportation Services

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Beauty Services

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Exercise Program

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Address 1.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Surprise's city center to Golden Autumn Adult Care Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Surprise

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. 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.
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.
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 Birkel4
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 Wynn8
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 9
Rank #116 / 487
0.3
Facility 0.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #96 / 487
Golden Autumn Adult Care Home
AL
RC
Surprise
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 54
Rank #237 / 521
No
24
Facility 24
AZ AVG 38
Rank #548 / 775
Private / Shared Rooms
17
Facility 17
AZ AVG 12
Rank #137 / 548
A+Dominika Zajac1
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 9
Rank #224 / 487
6.0
Facility 6.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #439 / 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 Kaporalis4
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 Johnson2
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

Golden Autumn Adult Care Home is located in Surprise, 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 Golden Autumn Adult Care Home

Is Golden Autumn Adult Care Home in a walkable area?

Golden Autumn Adult Care Home has a walk score of 24. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Golden Autumn Adult Care Home?

According to AZ state health department records, Golden Autumn Adult Care Home's license number is AL8016H.

When does Golden Autumn Adult Care Home's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Golden Autumn Adult Care Home's license expires on April 30, 2027.

How long has Golden Autumn Adult Care Home been in business?

Golden Autumn Adult Care Home has been operating for approximately 17 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Golden Autumn Adult Care Home?

No, Golden Autumn Adult Care Home has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Golden Autumn Adult Care Home?

Dominika Zajac is the administrator of Golden Autumn Adult Care Home.

How many beds does Golden Autumn Adult Care Home have?

Golden Autumn Adult Care Home has 10 beds.

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