Explore Open Rooms
1 Contact details
2 What type of senior care service are you looking for?
3 What budget do you have in mind for senior care?
4 How soon do you need to find care?
5 Additional details

Thank you for your interest!

Our team will be in touch shortly to help with next steps.

Other Senior care options in Surprise:

Best Nursing Homes in Surprise, AZ

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Feb 2026

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Arizona Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

Explore home photos

Video Tour: Top-rated Nursing Homes facilities in Surprise, Arizona.

Watch this Video to see Surprise's Top-rated Senior Communities

Compare Nursing Homes around Surprise

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

2 facilities compared · CMS & AZ Dept. of Health data

Click column headers to sort
Rock Creek at The Park
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Surprise (West Parkwood Drive)
113
Facility 113
AZ AVG 120
94.6%
Facility 94.6%
AZ AVG 72.7%
+30%
3.07
Facility 3.07
AZ AVG 4.06
-24%-24%
$0
Facility $0
AZ AVG $31.7k
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 23.2
2.2
Facility 2.2
AZ AVG 3.8
-
Facility -
AZ AVG 0.7
99
35
Facility 35
AZ AVG 45
Mark Glazier
$27.6M
Facility $27.6M
AZ AVG $14.7M
$12.1M
Facility $12.1M
AZ AVG $6.4M
43.9%
Facility 43.9%
AZ AVG 48.1%
35297
Santé of Surprise – Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Surprise (Beardsley)
70
Facility 70
AZ AVG 120
Rank #48 / 61
93.8%
Facility 93.8%
AZ AVG 72.7%
Rank #9 / 61
+29%
4.18
Facility 4.18
AZ AVG 4.06
Rank #20 / 57
+31%+3%
$0
Facility $0
AZ AVG $31.7k
Rank #1 / 60
13
Facility 13
AZ AVG 23.2
Rank #21 / 60
4.3
Facility 4.3
AZ AVG 3.8
Rank #43 / 60
-
Facility -
AZ AVG 0.7
67
33
Facility 33
AZ AVG 45
Rank #39 / 59
Sp Re Surprise LLC
$28.4M
Facility $28.4M
AZ AVG $14.7M
Rank #15 / 61
$8.3M
Facility $8.3M
AZ AVG $6.4M
Rank #27 / 61
29.3%
Facility 29.3%
AZ AVG 48.1%
Rank #58 / 61
35282
Overview of Rock Creek at the Park

Rock Creek is the memory care center of The Park Community. The luxury memory care home in Surprise makes it a point that seniors are given the freedom and choice given to each resident and ensures that they attend to the unique needs of each individual with kindness and compassion. Rock Creek at the Park offers senior living enriched by world-class hospitality and service.

As a Koelsch senior living home,  expect luxury and comfort to be the driving forces of the community. Its premier all-inclusive features include ALDs, specialized memory care programs, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry services tailored to their unique needs.

What does this home offer?

Pets allowed icon
Pets allowed icon

Pets Allowed

Housing options icon
Housing options icon

Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: Single-story

Dining services icon
Dining services icon

Dining Services

Beauty services icon
Beauty services icon

Beauty Services

Social and recreational activities icon
Social and recreational activities icon

Social and Recreational Activities

Exercise program icon
Exercise program icon

Exercise Programs

Contact Rock Creek at The Park

Overview of Santé of Surprise – Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

Santé of Surprise is the city’s premier skilled nursing and rehabilitation center where life balances with style– creating an unmatched experience for seniors. The nursing facility encourages and empowers its residents to embark on fulfilling journeys during their recovery. Santé of Surprise is a luxury nursing home composed of only the best professional care staff who give their best in attending to the needs of each individual.

Management and the professional care staff continue to help residents maintain a sense of independence that leads to a life of fulfillment. Families and residents can expect unparalleled comfort and care delivered with an array of premier services and amenities encompassing a spectrum of medical and holistic needs– orthopedic surgery, cardiac care, wound care, and neurological care; essential amenities include concierge, housekeeping, Life Enrichment Programs, and restaurant-style dining experiences.

 

What does this home offer?

Pets allowed icon
Pets allowed icon

Pets Allowed

Housing options icon
Housing options icon

Housing Options: Private Rooms

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation services icon
Transportation services icon

Transportation Services

Fitness and recreation icon
Fitness and recreation icon

Fitness and Recreation

Contact Santé of Surprise – Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
Who we are

Your Senior Care Partner, Every Step of the Way

We help families find affordable senior communities and unlock same day discounts, Medicaid, and Medicare options tailored to your needs.

Contact us Today

Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Surprise, AZ

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Arizona?

Assisted living in Arizona is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Arizona Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Arizona Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 2 nursing homes in Surprise, AZ. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Surprise, AZ?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Surprise, AZ, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Surprise, AZ?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.