Vista Living Camelback
Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Memory Care · Phoenix, AZ

Vista Living Camelback

Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Memory Care · Phoenix, AZ

Overview of Vista Living Camelback

Ten beds is the first thing worth knowing about Vista Living Camelback, tucked into Phoenix’s Arcadia neighborhood at 5528 E Calle Tuberia in Maricopa County. Eight years in, under Executive Director Dean Hency, who’s logged more than two decades in healthcare leadership and holds a master’s in healthcare administration. Deborah L. Anderson runs day-to-day operations as administrator; Kyle Oura owns the place.

With just 10 residents at capacity, staff-to-resident contact tends to run closer than at larger communities, and this one leans into that: assisted living paired with a dedicated memory care track, including Alzheimer’s care specifically named among its programs. Walk Score lands at 36, so don’t expect to stroll to the pharmacy; most errands here need a car.

On the clinical side, licensed nurses and CNAs staff the building around the clock, backed by rehabilitation and respite services. Rooms are private, bathrooms are private, and showers are roll-in. Diabetic support and wellness visits round out the medical picture.

Meals come chef-prepared, three times daily, with dietary accommodations built in. There’s a garden, a backyard, and, oddly specific but true, a saltwater aquarium. Safety runs through a wireless pendant system with continuous staff monitoring.

State inspection activity at Vista Living has centered on staffing credentials, documentation and care planning, and fall prevention protocols, the kind of regulatory attention that tends to focus on process rather than on incidents of harm.

This is a small-footprint community built around close staff contact, dedicated memory care, and daily medical touchpoints, in a car-dependent stretch of Arcadia where the tradeoff is intimacy over walkability.

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
8 years in operation Rank #244 / 533Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 244th 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: 36 / 100 Rank #414 / 819Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 414th 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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Home
StatusActive
IssuanceDecember 21, 2017
ExpirationNovember 30, 2026
License NumberAL10620H
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Vista Living Camelback is administered by Deborah L Anderson.

OwnerVista Living, LLC

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMr. Kyle Oura, Owner (per BBB, record updated May 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Private Bathrooms
Large Screen Hdtv
Netflix
Dish Network
Roll-In Showers
Weekly Laundry
Housekeeping
Hygiene Assistance
Wellness Visits
Diabetic Support
Garden
Specific ProgramsAlzheimer’s Care

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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.

Inspection score unavailable

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 April 24, 2025 Compliance (Annual) 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. 25 This facility has had 60% fewer total inspections than the Arizona average (2 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 60% fewer

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • April 24, 2025 annual inspection found no deficiencies during the on-site compliance review.
  • May 11, 2023 inspection cited five deficiencies including fall prevention training, documentation delays, personnel records, vaccination notices, and emergency exit access.
  • No complaints were filed or substantiated between inspections, showing no resident grievances despite prior deficiencies.

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: 1-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Dean Hency

Executive Director

Dean Hency is the Executive Director at Vista Living Camelback, bringing over two decades of healthcare leadership experience. He has extensive expertise in assisted living operations, behavioral health, and dementia care. Dean holds a master’s degree in healthcare administration and excels in operations, staff development, and regulatory compliance, ensuring high-quality care and a supportive community environment.

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Address 7.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Phoenix's city center to Vista Living Camelback's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Phoenix

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

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AZ AVG 54
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Rank #40 / 54
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Rank #13 / 38
0.9
Facility 0.9
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #8 / 38
Vista Living Camelback
AL
HOS
MC
Phoenix (Arcadia)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 54
Rank #244 / 528
No
36
Facility 36
AZ AVG 37
Rank #414 / 819
-
8
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AZ AVG 11
Rank #244 / 533
A+Deborah L Anderson-2--
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10
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AZ AVG 54
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No
27
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AZ AVG 37
Rank #517 / 819
Private Rooms
24
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AZ AVG 11
Rank #56 / 533
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Sagewood
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IL
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NH
SNF
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12
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AZ AVG 37
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20
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IL
MC
NH
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58
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46
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AZ AVG 11
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Vista Living Camelback is located in Phoenix, 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 Vista Living Camelback

What neighborhood is Vista Living Camelback in?

Vista Living Camelback is in the Arcadia neighborhood of Phoenix.

Who is the owner of Vista Living Camelback?

Vista Living Camelback is legally operated by Vista Living, LLC, and administered by Deborah L Anderson.

Is Vista Living Camelback in a walkable area?

Vista Living Camelback has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Vista Living Camelback?

According to AZ state health department records, Vista Living Camelback's license number is AL10620H.

When does Vista Living Camelback's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Vista Living Camelback's license expires on November 30, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Vista Living Camelback?

Deborah L Anderson is the administrator of Vista Living Camelback.

How many beds does Vista Living Camelback have?

Vista Living Camelback has 10 beds.

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