Rock Creek at The Park
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Surprise, AZ

Rock Creek at The Park

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Surprise, AZ

Overview of Rock Creek at the Park

Rock Creek is the memory care center of The Park Community. The luxury memory care home in Surprise makes it a point that seniors are given the freedom and choice given to each resident and ensures that they attend to the unique needs of each individual with kindness and compassion. Rock Creek at the Park offers senior living enriched by world-class hospitality and service.

As a Koelsch senior living home,  expect luxury and comfort to be the driving forces of the community. Its premier all-inclusive features include ALDs, specialized memory care programs, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry services tailored to their unique needs.

Bed community size
113-bed community Rank #106 / 528Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 106th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
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: 35 / 100 Rank #425 / 819Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 425th 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.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 10, 2017
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
License NumberAL10492C
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Rock Creek at The Park is administered by Lorena Watson.

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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. 2 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
• Total complaints (33% below)
Latest Inspection September 10, 2025 Complaint No deficiencies

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. 55 This facility has total inspections in line with the Arizona average (5 vs. AZ avg 5).— At avg

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. 46 This facility has 33% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (4 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 33% better Rank #340 / 479 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 340th 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.

  • September 10, 2025 complaint investigation found no deficiencies in three separate complaints, showing some recent compliance with complaint-related issues.
  • June 4, 2025 enforcement cited invalid CPR training and repeated failure to document resident services, resulting in a $750 fine paid in full.
  • September 20, 2023 annual inspection identified 18 deficiencies including fall prevention training, tuberculosis screening, service plans, disaster preparedness, and medication administration.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Places of interest near Rock Creek at The Park

Address 1.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Surprise's city center to Rock Creek at The Park's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.65 miles to nearest hospital (Banner Del E Webb Medical Center | Sun City West, AZ | Meeker Blvd.)

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Compare Assisted Living around Surprise

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

Rock Creek at The Park
AL
MC
Surprise (West Parkwood Drive)
113
Facility 113
AZ AVG 54
Rank #106 / 528
Yes
35
Facility 35
AZ AVG 37
Rank #425 / 819
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 11
Rank #223 / 533
-Lorena Watson5
Golden Autumn Adult Care Home
AL
RC
Surprise (Legacy And Heritage At West Point Town Center)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 54
Rank #244 / 528
No
24
Facility 24
AZ AVG 37
Rank #551 / 819
Private / Shared Rooms
17
Facility 17
AZ AVG 11
Rank #109 / 533
A+Dominika Zajac2
An Enchanted Assisted Living
AL
MC
Surprise (Legacy Parc)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 54
Rank #244 / 528
No
19
Facility 19
AZ AVG 37
Rank #589 / 819
Private Rooms
18
Facility 18
AZ AVG 11
Rank #96 / 533
-Mirela Deac2
Marley Adult Healthcare LLC
AL
Surprise (Marley Park)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 54
Rank #244 / 528
No
18
Facility 18
AZ AVG 37
Rank #595 / 819
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 11
Rank #183 / 533
-Costel Tirdea1
Fellowship Square Surprise
AL
IL
MC
Surprise (West Bell Road)-Yes
47
Facility 47
AZ AVG 37
Rank #291 / 819
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
46
Facility 46
AZ AVG 11
Rank #8 / 533
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Rock Creek at The Park 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 Rock Creek at The Park

What neighborhood is Rock Creek at The Park in?

Rock Creek at The Park is in the West Parkwood Drive neighborhood of Surprise.

Is Rock Creek at The Park in a walkable area?

Rock Creek at The Park has a walk score of 35. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Rock Creek at The Park?

According to AZ state health department records, Rock Creek at The Park's license number is AL10492C.

When does Rock Creek at The Park's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Rock Creek at The Park's license expires on September 30, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Rock Creek at The Park?

Lorena Watson is the administrator of Rock Creek at The Park.

How many beds does Rock Creek at The Park have?

Rock Creek at The Park has 113 beds.

Are there photos of Rock Creek at The Park?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Rock Creek at The Park in the photo gallery on this page.

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