Overview of Southwest Comfort Care

Southwest Comfort Care, nestled in the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona, is a senior living community dedicated to offering its residents exemplary accommodations and compassionate care. With a highly trained and devoted staff, Southwest Comfort Care prioritizes individualized attention and comprehensive support for each resident. This community aims to cultivate a secure and vibrant space where residents flourish while receiving tailored and exceptional care.

This community boasts extensive amenities and activities meticulously designed to surpass resident expectations. Located minutes away from old town Scottsdale, Southwest Comfort Care specializes in providing superior services within a comforting home environment. Services include on-call access to physicians and registered nurses, specialized care for varying mobility levels, hospice and dementia care, physical and occupational therapy, home health monitoring, salon, and barber services, assistance with personal hygiene, laundry, housekeeping, individualized call systems, access to cable TV and high-speed internet, including video chat capabilities, wheelchair accessibility, delightful home-cooked meals, personalized care plans, recreational activities, and memorable birthday celebrations.

Bed community size
10-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
5 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 31 / 100
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
StatusClosed
IssuanceDecember 18, 2020
ExpirationDecember 17, 2025 Expired
License NumberAL11681H
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Southwest Comfort Care is administered by Sam Ferreri.

OwnerSOUTHWEST COMFORT CARE, LLC

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Safety FeaturesSafe and secure property.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

ActivitiesRecreational and social activities available
Specific ProgramsOn-Call physicians & registered nurses, Ambulatory to Non-Ambulatory Services, Hospice and Dementia Care, Occupational and physical therapy, Home Health, Medical & medication monitoring 24/7/365, Wound therapy, Haircuts (salon and barber-type), Bathing and other personal hygiene assistance, Laundry service, Housekeeping service, Individual call system to alert staff, Internet, and access for video chat like Skype and Facetime, Wheelchair accessibility, Home-cooked meals, Personalized care programs, Recreational and social activities, Birthday celebrations

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$3500 - $5000 per month

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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 (456% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at Arizona average:
• Total inspections (at AZ avg)
1 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total complaints (67% below)
Latest Inspection October 15, 2024 Complaint 7 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. 50.9 This facility has 456% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (5 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 456% 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 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. 26 This facility has 67% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 67% better Rank #267 / 500 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 267th out of 500 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 500 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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.

  • October 15, 2024 inspection cited seven deficiencies including medication administration errors, missing personnel records, inadequate facility egress, and failure to follow resident service plans.
  • February 8, 2024 complaint investigation found the same seven deficiencies as October, showing no correction of issues related to policies, caregiver services, and medication documentation.
  • May 15, 2023 annual inspection identified nine deficiencies involving fall prevention training, documentation delays, caregiver training, personnel records, service plans, and facility egress.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Scottsdale's city center to Southwest Comfort Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.29 miles to nearest hospital (HonorHealth Tempe Medical Center)

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

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Scottsdale (Troon Village)155Yes 26 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed5Grace E Leathers7
Sunrise of Scottsdale
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Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale)110Yes 73 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed18Erik G Thompson7
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Scottsdale86Yes 45 Studio14Brandon Gaffney7
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Scottsdale (North Scottsdale)84Yes 25 1 Bed / 2 Bed14Rae L Richardson4
Southwest Comfort Care
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Scottsdale (South Scottsdale)10Yes 31 -5Sam Ferreri5

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Southwest Comfort Care is located in Scottsdale, 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 Southwest Comfort Care

What neighborhood is Southwest Comfort Care in?

Southwest Comfort Care is in the South Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale.

Is Southwest Comfort Care in a walkable area?

Southwest Comfort Care has a walk score of 31. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Southwest Comfort Care?

According to AZ state health department records, Southwest Comfort Care's license number is AL11681H.

When does Southwest Comfort Care's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Southwest Comfort Care's license expires on December 17, 2025.

Who is the administrator of Southwest Comfort Care?

Sam Ferreri is the administrator of Southwest Comfort Care.

How many beds does Southwest Comfort Care have?

Southwest Comfort Care has 10 beds.

Are there photos of Southwest Comfort Care?

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