Brookdale East Mesa

Overview of Brookdale East Mesa

With the seniors’ welfare in mind, Brookdale East Mesa located in the peaceful neighborhood of East Arbor Avenue, Mesa, AZ, is a blissful senior living community focusing on memory care. The community ensures comfort and safety with various floor plans including studio and friendship suite. Experience round-the-clock care and assistance with a team of kind, compassionate, and dedicated professionals.

Brookdale East Mesa places emphasis on the welfare of its residents, employing its signature Clare Bridge and Solace programs which offer personalized care. Residents enjoy their independence and live with dignity with the community’s carefully planned activities and programs. Meals are prepared on schedule to avoid stress and foster familiarity. Amenities include a library, a game room, a beauty and barbershop, a courtyard and garden, aesthetically landscaped grounds, and walking paths.

(480) 832-1300

56-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

19 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 40 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Center

StatusActive

IssuanceOctober 17, 2006

ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026

License NumberAL6354C

QualificationHealth Care

Brookdale East Mesa is administrated by Travis J Garrard.

OwnerBREA EAST MESA, LLC

Wheelchair Accessible

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

HousekeepingYes

Pet Friendly

Library

Concierge Service

Beauty/Barber Shop

Courtyard And Garden

Gardening / Greenhouse

Private Dining Room

Game Room

Walking Paths

Landscaped Grounds

ActivitiesStructured routines and activities designed for residents.

Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care

Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Starting Price$6,470 per month

Food DescriptionDementia-friendly menus with personal dining assistance as needed.

Brookdale East Mesa – Menu

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Since 2023 · 3 years of data 7 deficiencies 5 complaints 11 inspections

Inspection Score

2 points above the Arizona average for assisted living residences (82/100)

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.

Since 2023 vs. Arizona state average

Overall vs. AZ average

Latest Inspection August 23, 2024 Complaint No deficiencies

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	7	9	This facility has 22% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (7 vs. AZ avg 9).↓ 22% better Rank #272 / 500 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 272nd out of 500 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's deficiencies compared to the Arizona average among 500 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2023.	2.3	3	This facility has 23% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2.3 vs. AZ avg 3).↓ 23% better
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	0.6	1.8	This facility has 67% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0.6 vs. AZ avg 1.8).↓ 67% better Rank #153 / 500 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 153rd out of 500 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's deficiencies per inspection compared to the Arizona average among 500 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Enforcement actions Formal penalties or interventions imposed by Arizona regulators — directed plans of correction, civil monetary penalties, denial of payment, or appointment of temporary management.	3	0.9	This facility has 233% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (3 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 233% worse

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	11	5	This facility has 120% more total inspections than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (11 vs. AZ avg 5).↑ 120% worse

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	5	6	This facility has 17% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (5 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 17% better Rank #384 / 500 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 384th out of 500 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 500 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2023.	1.7	2	This facility has 15% fewer complaints per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1.7 vs. AZ avg 2).↓ 15% better

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

The most recent inspection on November 21, 2025, resulted in a $500 fine that was paid in full, with no new deficiencies cited.
Multiple enforcement actions since September 2023 cited repeated medication administration errors and failure to conduct required evacuation drills, posing risks to resident safety.
Complaint investigations in 2024 found one deficiency for missing emergency responder information but several complaints were unsubstantiated with no deficiencies.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / Suite

Building Type: Single-story

Type of Rooms Available

Studio

Suite

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale East Mesa

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8.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Mesa's city center to Brookdale East Mesa's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.6 miles to nearest hospital (Banner Baywood Medical Center | Mesa, AZ | Baywood Ave.)

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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).

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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)

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

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