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Overview of Freedom Plaza Arizona

Freedom Plaza Arizona in Peoria, AZ, provides a full spectrum of senior living, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and hospice services. Independent living caters to self-sufficient seniors, while assisted living offers help with daily activities like dressing, bathing, and medication management. Secured memory care accommodates residents with dementia, skilled nursing covers clinical needs, and hospice care supports individuals receiving end-of-life care.

Freedom Plaza Care Center operates this 111-bed community. Daily nurse staffing averages 5 hours per resident. Amenities on campus feature a swimming pool, salon and spa, fitness center, art studio, rehabilitation therapy, and dining options ranging from grab-and-go choices to formal meals. Household pets are permitted.

Older adults seeking a multi-level care environment in Peoria can contact the administrative team to explore available options or schedule a visit.

Starting Price $2,275/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Citadel Post Acute

Citadel Post Acute provides nursing home, skilled nursing, and memory care in Mesa, AZ. Nursing home and skilled nursing services include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The combination may be a good fit for a resident who needs memory care alongside access to nursing or skilled nursing services.

The community has 128 beds, and its administrator is Cory W Williams. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 45 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. In-house therapy supports short-term rehabilitation without requiring residents to arrange therapy elsewhere. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

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Overview of The Terraces of Phoenix

Located at 7550 N 16th St in Phoenix, The Terraces of Phoenix occupies a neighborhood with a Walk Score of 62. This metric suggests a baseline of pedestrian utility for minor tasks, though the prevailing infrastructure still favors automotive transport. The physical plant is a two-story structure configured with 64 beds and a mix of one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans, currently operating at 67% occupancy.

The 38-day average length of stay functions as the primary diagnostic indicator for this facility. At thirty-eight days, the model is strictly post-acute. The resident population is in a state of clinical transition, prioritizing recovery from acute hospitalization and preparation for discharge over long-term residential stability. This operational focus informs the staffing allocation. Daily nursing intensity is measured at 5 hours and 17 minutes per resident, comprising 1 hour and 12 minutes of RN time, 2 hours and 19 minutes from nurse aides, and 1 hour and 9 minutes of LPN/LVN coverage. The financial framework accommodates Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, ensuring compatibility with standard post-acute funding streams.

Regulatory oversight is provided by the Arizona Department of Health Services Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing. Official inspections have evaluated systematic protocols regarding infection control, emergency preparedness, staffing credentials, documentation accuracy, and the maintenance of resident protections.

For those navigating the logistics of a post-hospital transition in the Phoenix area, The Terraces of Phoenix offers a specific utility as a short-stay skilled nursing option characterized by apartment-style layouts and a high ratio of nursing hours.

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Overview of Montecito Post Acute and Care

Montecito Post Acute and Care in Mesa, AZ, offers skilled nursing, specialized memory care, and nursing home services. Licensed nursing staff remain on site 24 hours a day, while secure memory care gives continuous oversight for individuals living with dementia who are at risk of wandering.

Administrator Kyle Higgins leads the 222-bed residence under Montecito Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation. In-house rehabilitation allows residents to undergo therapy on campus. Daily hands-on nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 16 minutes per resident.

Amenities include church services, organized social activities, and transportation for community outings. Financial options cover Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds. A walk score of 66 allows non-driving residents to complete select errands nearby on foot.

Interested individuals can connect with Montecito Post Acute and Care to ask questions or set up a tour to view the facility.

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Overview of Grandview Terrace Health & Rehabilitation Center

Discover exceptional living at Grandview Terrace Health & Rehabilitation Center, conveniently situated in Sun City West, AZ. The community offers a comprehensive range of care and services, including assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Residents can select from a range of spacious one-bedroom and two-bedroom condominiums, each designed with comfort and convenience in mind.

Here, residents can embrace a lifestyle full of exciting amenities and activities. The community prides itself on its resort-style offerings, including fine dining, an art studio, and an indoor swimming pool, as well as a full-service salon and barber shop. Social activities such as wine and paint events and casino nights create a fun and inviting atmosphere. With everything needed for a fulfilling life just steps away, Grandview Terrace Health & Rehabilitation Center is the perfect place to thrive.

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Overview of Alta Mesa Health and Rehabilitation

Nursing home care and skilled nursing define Alta Mesa Health and Rehabilitation’s work in Mesa, AZ. Licensed nursing care stays on site day and night. Rehabilitation services mean therapy can happen as part of a resident’s care there.

Someone needing ongoing nursing along with rehabilitation is the resident it’s set up for. Of 70 beds, 97.1 percent are occupied, which leaves very few open. Nurse staffing stands at 3 hours and 21 minutes per resident per day.

Bret King holds the administrator title. Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds can each pay for care.

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Overview of Mountain View Care Center

Whether you’re in need of short-term rehabilitation or long-term care, Mountain View Care Center provides state-of-the-art therapeutic approaches to help you achieve optimal health. This home has a full-time, in-house therapy team who work tirelessly to provide personalized therapy programs that make recovery a breeze for their residents. Their dedication and expertise ensure that seniors receive the highest level of care and support on their journey to improved physical function.
On top of that, they know how to have fun too! With exciting excursions, convenient transportation services, and a jam-packed calendar of social events and engaging classes, there’s always something happening to keep residents entertained and engaged. In Mountain View Care Center, embracing the fullness of life comes effortlessly.

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Overview of The Palazzo

The Palazzo is a nursing home offering assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in the Leescroft neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering; nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. With several care levels in one community, The Palazzo may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community.

The community has 66 beds and an 80% occupancy rate, meaning 80% of its beds are occupied. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 6 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can apply to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means the family or resident pays directly. Charles B Kerby serves as administrator, and a Walk Score of 68 makes the area somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot for a resident who no longer drives.

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Overview of Wellsprings Therapy Center of Gilbert

Wellsprings Therapy Center of Gilbert is a nursing home in Gilbert, AZ that provides skilled nursing care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while the center’s in-house therapy and rehabilitation services support residents who need recovery or therapy without arranging care elsewhere. A doctor is on staff, adding physician availability within the community.

With 32 beds, Wellsprings Therapy Center of Gilbert is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another. Medicare and private pay are accepted, giving families two listed ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 36 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. The center may be a good fit for someone who needs skilled nursing alongside rehabilitation services.

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Overview of Tempe Post Acute

Tempe Post Acute provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Tempe, AZ. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, so the community may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing clinical support.

The community has 74 beds. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care. Amador Ortega Jr serves as the administrator.

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Nursing Homes in Arizona at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.3/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Arizona. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 2.9/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Arizona. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Arizona. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5