Sweetwater Groves
Assisted Living & Nursing Care · Scottsdale, AZ

Sweetwater Groves

Assisted Living & Nursing Care · Scottsdale, AZ

Overview of Sweetwater Groves

Set in the beautiful neighborhood of Scottsdale, Arizona, Sweetwater Groves is a charming senior living community, offering excellent assisted living services. The community features 11 spacious bedrooms that foster an intimate and tight-knit environment where neighbors have strong connections with each other. Residents enjoy a vibrant and convenient lifestyle with easy access to various lifestyle amenities, including the renowned Scottsdale Mayo Hospital, dining and entertainment spots.

The community also offers plenty of fun and stimulating activities, including senior yoga, pet therapy, sing-alongs, group exercises, music therapy, and more for a fulfilling daily life. A talented private chef carefully prepares nutritious and delicious home-cooked meals, ensuring residents always eat healthy and right on time with the hassles of preparing their own meals. A large backyard and pool area is also available to give residents a relaxing space for enjoying the outdoors, fresh air, and the warmth of the sunlight.

Bed community size
10-bed community Rank #244 / 528Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 244th 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 smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #494 / 533Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 494th 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.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 30 / 100 Rank #475 / 819Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 475th 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 Home
StatusActive
IssuanceOctober 24, 2024
ExpirationOctober 23, 2026
License NumberAL13179H
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sweetwater Groves is administered by Robert L Agnew.

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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.

We don't publish a score for assisted living residences with fewer than three inspections on record. This would unfairly reward providers with limited inspection history or those that have not been operating long enough to be cited.

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Not enough inspection history to generate a score.

Average score for Arizona assisted living residences: B- 82/100

Inspection score not available. Not enough inspection history to score against the Arizona benchmark.

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. 1 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
Latest Inspection September 27, 2024 Compliance (Initial) No deficiencies

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This Facility AZ Average vs. 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. 0 0.9 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 Facility AZ Average vs. AZ Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 1 5 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 / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Places of interest near Sweetwater Groves

Address 7.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Scottsdale's city center to Sweetwater Groves's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Scottsdale

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

Pueblo Norte Senior Living Community
AL
IL
MC
Scottsdale (Scottsdale Pueblo Norte)
60
Facility 60
AZ AVG 54
Rank #193 / 528
Yes
74
Facility 74
AZ AVG 37
Rank #28 / 819
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
AZ AVG 11
Rank #96 / 533
- Dawn R Larrarte 2--
Vi at Grayhawk
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Scottsdale (Grayhawk)
36
Facility 36
AZ AVG 54
Rank #230 / 528
No
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 37
Rank #708 / 819
- - A+ - 4
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 9
Rank #8 / 38
2.0
Facility 2.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #20 / 38
Vi at Silverstone
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Scottsdale (North Scottsdale)
24
Facility 24
AZ AVG 54
Rank #237 / 528
Yes
43
Facility 43
AZ AVG 37
Rank #332 / 819
Villa / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
14
Facility 14
AZ AVG 11
Rank #140 / 533
- Andrew Quinn 7--
Sweetwater Groves
AL
NH
Scottsdale (Rancho San Carlos)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 54
Rank #244 / 528
No
30
Facility 30
AZ AVG 37
Rank #475 / 819
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 11
Rank #494 / 533
- Robert L Agnew 1--
Westminster Village – Scottsdale
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale) - No
28
Facility 28
AZ AVG 37
Rank #502 / 819
-
44
Facility 44
AZ AVG 11
Rank #12 / 533
A+ Lori Zevan 1--

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Sweetwater Groves 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 Sweetwater Groves

What neighborhood is Sweetwater Groves in?

Sweetwater Groves is in the Rancho San Carlos neighborhood of AZ 85260.

Is Sweetwater Groves in a walkable area?

Sweetwater Groves has a walk score of 30. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Sweetwater Groves?

According to state health department records, Sweetwater Groves's license number is AL13179H.

When does Sweetwater Groves's license expire?

According to state health department records, Sweetwater Groves's license expires on October 23, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Sweetwater Groves?

Robert L Agnew is the administrator of Sweetwater Groves.

How many beds does Sweetwater Groves have?

Sweetwater Groves has 10 beds.

Are there photos of Sweetwater Groves?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Sweetwater Groves in the photo gallery on this page.

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