Golden Times LLC

Overview of Golden Times

Enjoy your golden years with the blissful community of Golden Times in West Fargo Drive, Surprise, AZ, which offers assisted living. With its dedication to resident’s well-being, the community delivers the highest quality of care and assistance around the clock. Live a maintenance-free lifestyle with the community taking care of the housekeeping and other daily responsibilities.

Participate in fun-filled activities and engaging programs that promote social connections and an active lifestyle. Delicious and healthy meals are also served for residents to have a delightful dining experience catering to nutritional needs and preferences. The community fosters a vibrant and welcoming environment for residents to spend their best years happily.

Bed community size
9-bed community Rank #405 / 521Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 405th 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
4 years in operation Rank #405 / 548Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 405th 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 27 / 100 Rank #514 / 775Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 514th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Home
IssuanceMarch 6, 2022
License NumberAL12268H
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Golden Times LLC is administered by Glyn R Morse.

OwnerGolden Times, LLC

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMelchita Yurtola (per state records, record updated Jul 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (11% above)
2 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (83% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (17% 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. 212 This facility has 83% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2 vs. AZ avg 12).↓ 83% better Rank #116 / 487 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 116th 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. 2.02.41 This facility has 17% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2 vs. AZ avg 2.41).↓ 17% better Rank #260 / 487 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 260th 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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Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Exercise Programs

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Address 1.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Surprise's city center to Golden Times LLC'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.

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
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
Golden Times LLC
AL
Surprise
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 54
Rank #405 / 521
No
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG 38
Rank #514 / 775
Private / Shared Rooms
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 12
Rank #405 / 548
-Glyn R Morse1
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 9
Rank #116 / 487
2.0
Facility 2.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #260 / 487

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Golden Times LLC 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 Times LLC

Is Golden Times LLC in a walkable area?

Golden Times LLC has a walk score of 27. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Golden Times LLC?

According to AZ state health department records, Golden Times LLC's license number is AL12268H.

How long has Golden Times LLC been in business?

Golden Times LLC has been operating for approximately 4 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Golden Times LLC?

No, Golden Times LLC has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Golden Times LLC?

Glyn R Morse is the administrator of Golden Times LLC.

How many beds does Golden Times LLC have?

Golden Times LLC has 9 beds.

Has Golden Times LLC had any deficiencies?

Golden Times LLC has had 2 reported deficiencies since 2026 according to records from Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS).

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