Cottages at Peoria
Memory Care & Respite Care · Peoria, AZ

Cottages at Peoria

Memory Care & Respite Care · Peoria, AZ

Overview of Cottages at Peoria

Cottages at Peoria is a premier care facility that helps its residents rediscover daily joy. They offer memory and respite care services tailored to seniors’ needs and preferences. The community provides a wide range of engaging activities and programs, creating a beautiful and serene environment for residents to enjoy with a comprehensive array of services and amenities, including round-the-clock staff support, housekeeping, and laundry services.

The community prioritizes the independence and well-being of its residents, ensuring that their unique care needs are met with personalized attention—the elegant and inviting atmosphere that promotes self-care and encourages residents to engage in physical activity. The beautiful outdoor courtyard offers residents a peaceful place to stroll and connect with nature. Combined with exceptional services and world-class amenities, Cottages at Peoria provides peace of mind to families in the community.

Bed community size
98-bed community Rank #134 / 522Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 134th out of 522 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
12 years in operation Rank #171 / 533Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 171st 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 community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 52 / 100 Rank #229 / 818Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 229th out of 818 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
StatusActive
IssuanceOctober 2, 2014
ExpirationJanuary 31, 2027
License NumberAL9322C
QualificationHealth Care
RCFE NumberAL9322C

Ownership & Operating Entity

Cottages at Peoria is administered by Erin E Masterson.

OwnerPacifica Peoria LLC

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMr. Deepak Israni, Manager (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Fitness Center
Walking Paths
Gardening
Outings
ActivitiesAn array of life enrichment activities including gardening, board games, movie screenings, group walks, outings, live music, and pet therapy
Specific ProgramsFinancial Planning, Services and Amenities

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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.

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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (567% above)
• Total complaints (33% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 60.9 This facility has 567% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (6 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 567% worse

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 inspections conducted at this facility. 105 This facility has had 100% more total inspections than the Arizona average (10 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 100% more

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 86 This facility has 33% more total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (8 vs. AZ avg 6).↑ 33% worse Rank #419 / 482 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 419th out of 482 homes in Arizona for complaint-related visits. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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.

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

  • The October 24, 2025 inspection found two deficiencies for exceeding licensed capacity and failing to secure toxic materials, resulting in civil fines.
  • Multiple enforcement actions from August 2023 through February 2026 included repeated fines totaling at least $3,250 for personnel record violations, service plan lapses, and safety issues.
  • The June 24, 2025 complaint investigation found no deficiencies for two complaints, indicating some resolved concerns despite ongoing enforcement.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Companion Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

Places of interest near Cottages at Peoria

Address 4.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Peoria's city center to Cottages at Peoria's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.11 miles to nearest hospital (Abrazo Arrowhead Campus)

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Compare Memory Care around Peoria

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.

Freedom Plaza Arizona
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Peoria (North Plaza Del Rio Boulevard)
111
Facility 111
AZ AVG 54
Rank #111 / 522
Yes
28
Facility 28
AZ AVG 37
Rank #501 / 818
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
AZ AVG 11
Rank #3 / 533
A+Ian G Lewis
78
Facility 78
AZ AVG 82
Rank #14 / 54
18
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 9
Rank #11 / 35
0.7
Facility 0.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #6 / 35
Cottages at Peoria
MC
RC
Peoria (West Athens Street)
98
Facility 98
AZ AVG 54
Rank #134 / 522
Yes
52
Facility 52
AZ AVG 37
Rank #229 / 818
Private Rooms / Companion Rooms
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 11
Rank #171 / 533
A+Erin E Masterson-10--
The Auberge at Peoria
MC
Peoria (Medical Center I)
90
Facility 90
AZ AVG 54
Rank #147 / 522
Yes
35
Facility 35
AZ AVG 37
Rank #424 / 818
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 11
Rank #207 / 533
-Tracy Colburn-2--
Desert Winds Assisted Living
MC
AL
IL
Peoria (Desert Winds Mod)
88
Facility 88
AZ AVG 54
Rank #151 / 522
Yes
51
Facility 51
AZ AVG 37
Rank #242 / 818
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26
Facility 26
AZ AVG 11
Rank #51 / 533
-Nora Dartoe-9--
Brookdale Peoria
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Peoria (West Greenbrian Drive)
72
Facility 72
AZ AVG 54
Rank #170 / 522
Yes
56
Facility 56
AZ AVG 37
Rank #189 / 818
Suite
16
Facility 16
AZ AVG 11
Rank #121 / 533
-Colleen Rookerson-2--

Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Arizona

Cottages at Peoria is located in Peoria, 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 Cottages at Peoria

What neighborhood is Cottages at Peoria in?

Cottages at Peoria is in the West Athens Street neighborhood of Peoria.

Who is the owner of Cottages at Peoria?

Cottages at Peoria is legally operated by Pacifica Peoria LLC, and administered by Erin E Masterson.

Is Cottages at Peoria in a walkable area?

Cottages at Peoria has a walk score of 52. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Cottages at Peoria?

According to AZ state health department records, Cottages at Peoria's license number is AL9322C.

When does Cottages at Peoria's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Cottages at Peoria's license expires on January 31, 2027.

How long has Cottages at Peoria been in business?

Cottages at Peoria has been operating for approximately 12 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Cottages at Peoria?

Yes, Cottages at Peoria allows residents to bring their pets.

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