Silver Birch of Avondale
Silver Birch of Avondale
Overview of Silver Birch of Avondale
Silver Birch of Avondale is an assisted living and memory care community in Avondale, AZ, offering personal care and specialized care for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Promoting a nurturing and home-like setting, the community ensures older adults’ comfort and healing. Residents also experience maintenance-free living with 24-hour care, three nutritious meals daily, weekly housekeeping, and transportation services. To meet residents’ needs and preferences, personalized care plans are also provided.
Wellness programs, guest speakers, and movie nights foster interactions and encourage residents to explore hobbies. Residents can rest and focus on their wellness, as top-notch amenities, including a beauty/barber shop, a fitness center, and a theater, are available. Located near restaurants, shops, and local amenities in Avondale, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This assisted living and memory care community is a great choice for senior living in Arizona, especially with its commitment to helping older adults live comfortably in their later years.
164-bed community Rank #28 / 522Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th out of 522 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
7 years in operation Rank #270 / 533Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 270th 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: 63 / 100 Rank #116 / 818Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 116th out of 818 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
IssuanceJune 14, 2019
License NumberAL10996C
QualificationHealth Care
Silver Birch of Avondale is administered by Jo Ellen E Bleavins.
OwnerAvondale Van Buren Alf, LLC
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactJennifer Nealon (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)
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
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:
• Enforcement actions (11% above)
• Total complaints (50% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Enforcement actions (11% above)
• Total complaints (50% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
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Enforcement actions
Formal penalties or interventions imposed by Arizona regulators — directed plans of correction, civil monetary penalties, denial of payment, or appointment of temporary management.
| 1 | 0.9 | This facility has 11% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 11% worse |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 11 | 5 | This facility has had 120% more total inspections than the Arizona average (11 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 120% more |
Complaints & Investigations
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 9 | 6 | This facility has 50% more total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (9 vs. AZ avg 6).↑ 50% worse Rank #430 / 482 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 430th out of 482 homes in Arizona for complaint-related visits. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 482 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
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on August 14, 2025, found no deficiencies during complaint investigations.
- The December 7, 2023 annual inspection cited 11 deficiencies including caregiver verification, service plan updates, and tuberculosis screening.
- A July 24, 2025 complaint investigation found four deficiencies related to administration, service plans, and directed care services.
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Places of interest near Silver Birch of Avondale
1.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Avondale's city center to Silver Birch of Avondale's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Compare Assisted Living around the area
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.
| Silver Birch of Avondale | AL | Avondale (East Van Buren Street) | 164
Facility
164
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#28 / 522 | No |
63
Facility
63
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#116 / 818 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 7
Facility
7
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#270 / 533 | - | Jo Ellen E Bleavins | - | 11 | 9
Facility
9
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#430 / 482 | - | - |
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Facility
111
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#111 / 522 | Yes |
28
Facility
28
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#501 / 818 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 48
Facility
48
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#3 / 533 | A+ | Ian G Lewis | 78
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78
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#14 / 54 | 18 | 13
Facility
13
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#457 / 482 | 12
Facility
12
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#11 / 35 | 0.7
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0.7
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#6 / 35 |
| The Terraces of Phoenix | AL IL MC NH SNF | Phoenix (Camelback East Village) | 64
Facility
64
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#188 / 522 | Yes |
62
Facility
62
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#130 / 818 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | Kordell Erickson | 69
Facility
69
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#40 / 54 | 15 | 12
Facility
12
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#452 / 482 | 13
Facility
13
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#13 / 35 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#8 / 35 |
| Vi at Grayhawk | AL IL MC NH SNF | Scottsdale (Grayhawk) | 36
Facility
36
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#224 / 522 | Yes |
8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#707 / 818 | - | - | A+ | - | - | 4 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#264 / 482 | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#8 / 35 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#20 / 35 |
| Vi at Silverstone | AL IL MC NH SNF | Scottsdale (North Scottsdale) | 24
Facility
24
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#231 / 522 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#331 / 818 | Villa / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#140 / 533 | - | Andrew Quinn | - | 7 | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#346 / 482 | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Silver Birch of Avondale
What neighborhood is Silver Birch of Avondale in?
Silver Birch of Avondale is in the East Van Buren Street neighborhood of Avondale.
Who is the owner of Silver Birch of Avondale?
Silver Birch of Avondale is legally operated by Avondale Van Buren Alf, LLC, and administered by Jo Ellen E Bleavins.
Is Silver Birch of Avondale in a walkable area?
Silver Birch of Avondale has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Silver Birch of Avondale?
According to AZ state health department records, Silver Birch of Avondale's license number is AL10996C.
How long has Silver Birch of Avondale been in business?
Silver Birch of Avondale has been operating for approximately 7 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Silver Birch of Avondale?
No, Silver Birch of Avondale has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Silver Birch of Avondale?
Jo Ellen E Bleavins is the administrator of Silver Birch of Avondale.
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