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The Gardens of Scottsdale
A charming community providing assisted living, memory care, and outpatient rehabilitation in Scottsdale, The Gardens prides itself on being among the few warm and welcoming communities in the city; its residents feel comfortable in a home that naturally encourages them to make new relationships. Management boasts an innovative and person-centered approach with a mission to modernize senior living by focusing on the convenience and comfort of senior wellness. The luxurious retirement home ensures that quality caregiving is the top priority on their list, enabling a level of trust that many families have praised over the years.
As a Five Star Residences community, the senior lifestyle is centered on a continuum of care and a team of friendly staff– offering senior care service like no other. Their well-thought-of amenities include walk-in closets, an elegant dining room, common areas, walking paths, and kitchens; services include rehabilitation, meals, activities, cultural events, and scheduled transportation.
Community insights.
About this community
The Gardens of Scottsdale is administered by Brandon Gaffney.
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.
• Total deficiencies (42% above)
• Enforcement actions (11% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (at AZ avg)
• Total complaints (33% below)
• Complaints per year (35% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 17 | 12 | This facility has 42% more total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (17 vs. AZ avg 12).↑ 42% worse Rank #394 / 487 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 394th 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. |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 2.4 | 2.41 | This facility has deficiencies per inspection in line with the Arizona average (2.4 vs. AZ avg 2.41).— At avg Rank #308 / 487 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 308th 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. |
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Enforcement actions
| 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
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
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Total inspections
| 7 | 5 | This facility has had 40% more total inspections than the Arizona average (7 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 40% more |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
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Total complaints
| 4 | 6 | This facility has 33% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (4 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 33% better Rank #354 / 490 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 354th out of 490 homes we track in Arizona for complaint-related visits. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 490 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. |
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Complaints per year
| 1.3 | 2 | This facility has 35% fewer complaints per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1.3 vs. AZ avg 2).↓ 35% better |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: 2-story
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Gardens of Scottsdale
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2.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Scottsdale's city center to The Gardens of Scottsdale's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.68 miles to nearest hospital (HonorHealth Tempe Medical Center)
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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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Atria Park of Sierra Pointe | AL IL RC | Scottsdale (Sierra Pointe) | 250
Facility
250
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#4 / 521 | Yes |
73
Facility
73
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#33 / 775 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 12
Facility
12
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#201 / 548 | B- | Stephani M Acuna | 1 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#182 / 490 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#89 / 487 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#162 / 487 |
| The Ranch Estates at Scottsdale | AL IL RC | Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale) | 137
Facility
137
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#55 / 521 | Yes |
62
Facility
62
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#130 / 775 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#41 / 548 | A+ | - | 1 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 490 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#1 / 487 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 487 |
| Sunrise of Scottsdale | AL MC RC | Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale) | 110
Facility
110
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#114 / 521 | Yes |
73
Facility
73
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#33 / 775 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19
Facility
19
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#107 / 548 | - | Erik G Thompson | 7 | 7
Facility
7
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#419 / 490 | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#202 / 487 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#134 / 487 |
| The Gardens of Scottsdale | AL MC | Scottsdale | 86
Facility
86
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#153 / 521 | Yes |
45
Facility
45
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#311 / 775 | Studio | 14
Facility
14
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#171 / 548 | - | Brandon Gaffney | 7 | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#354 / 490 | 17
Facility
17
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#394 / 487 | 2.4
Facility
2.4
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#308 / 487 |
| The Springs of Scottsdale | AL IL | Scottsdale (South Scottsdale) | 56
Facility
56
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#196 / 521 | No |
63
Facility
63
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#116 / 775 | Studio / 1 Bed | 21
Facility
21
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#92 / 548 | A+ | Terri L Stapleton | 4 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#182 / 490 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#89 / 487 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#96 / 487 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona
The Gardens of Scottsdale is located in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Gardens of Scottsdale
Who is the owner of The Gardens of Scottsdale?
The Gardens of Scottsdale is legally operated by Snh Se Tenant Trs, Inc., and administered by Brandon Gaffney.
Is The Gardens of Scottsdale in a walkable area?
The Gardens of Scottsdale has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of The Gardens of Scottsdale?
According to AZ state health department records, The Gardens of Scottsdale's license number is AL8808C.
When does The Gardens of Scottsdale's license expire?
According to AZ state health department records, The Gardens of Scottsdale's license expires on August 31, 2026.
How long has The Gardens of Scottsdale been in business?
The Gardens of Scottsdale has been operating for approximately 14 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Gardens of Scottsdale?
Yes, The Gardens of Scottsdale allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of The Gardens of Scottsdale?
Brandon Gaffney is the administrator of The Gardens of Scottsdale.
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