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Amber Creek Inn
Memory Care in Scottsdale
Amber Creek Inn
Memory Care in Scottsdale
Amber Creek Inn undoubtedly provides the highest care for memory care support in Scottsdale. Management 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. Amber Creek Inn offers senior living enriched by world-class hospitality and service.
As a Koelsch senior living home, expect luxury and comfort as the driving forces of the community. Its premier all-inclusive features include ALDs, memory care training, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry services tailored to their unique needs.
65-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
11 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 53 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
StatusActive
IssuanceApril 11, 2015
ExpirationOctober 31, 2026
License NumberAL9784C
QualificationHealth Care
Amber Creek Inn is administrated by Heidi Mclester.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Types of Care at Amber Creek Inn
Memory Care
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.
4 visits/inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
3 complaint inspections
Arizona average: 6 complaint visits
Arizona average: 5 inspections
3 complaints
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
Arizona average: 6 complaints
Latest inspection
Date
September 26, 2025
Complaint;Compliance (Annual)
Results
No deficiencies
10 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Arizona average: 9 deficiencies
2.5 deficiencies per inspection
Arizona average: 1.8 deficiencies per inspection
Inspection Report Summary for Amber Creek Inn
The most recent inspection on September 26, 2025, found no deficiencies during the complaint investigation. Earlier inspections showed repeated issues with staff training, disaster and evacuation drills, and resident service plan documentation, which led to enforcement actions and civil fines. Prior citations focused mainly on incomplete personnel records, expired CPR training, and inadequate fall prevention training programs. Complaint investigations conducted in 2025 were all unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited. The facility appears to have addressed previous concerns, as recent inspections have not identified new deficiencies.
Living Spaces & Floor Plans
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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Arizona
Amber Creek Inn is located in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Arizona.
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9.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Scottsdale's city center to Amber Creek Inn's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.7 miles to nearest hospital (HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center)
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Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Compare Memory Care around Scottsdale The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.
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| ACOYA Shea by Cogir |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
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. | Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale) | 220 | Yes | 74 | Private Rooms | 2 | Tracy L Colburn | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0.5 |
| Brookdale North Scottsdale |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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. | Scottsdale (Paradise Valley Village) | 200 | Yes | 64 | Private Rooms | 17 | Shawn M Halla-Galle | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Sunrise of Scottsdale |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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. | Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale) | 110 | Yes | 73 | Private Rooms | 18 | Erik G Thompson | 7 | 7 | 9 | 1.3 |
| Amber Creek Inn |
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. | Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale) | 65 | No | 53 | Private Rooms | 11 | Heidi Mclester | 4 | 3 | 10 | 2.5 |
| Well Heeled Homes on North 71st Street |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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. | Scottsdale (Paradise Valley Village) | 10 | No | 37 | Private Rooms | 2 | Dennis M Valentine | 2 | 1 | 7 | 3.5 |
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