Creative Care Assisted Living in Peoria, AZ

Overview of Creative Care Assisted Living

Bask in glorious weather while receiving quality care in Creative Care Assisted Living, a reliable community in Peoria, AZ that offers compassionate assisted living. Here, you can receive comprehensive assistance with your daily living activities while staying close to Arizona’s beautiful desert landscapes and fun recreational amenities. The community’s intimate, Spanish-revival setting fosters tight-knit connections and easier delivery of care, alongside a high staff-to-resident ratio.

A wide array of activities are also available on-site and off-site to ensure residents never run out for fun and enriching things to keep them active and entertained. The community also prioritizes proper nutrition and serves residents healthy and flavorful meals. With the convenience of housekeeping and laundry services, residents can focus on living their best lives without worry. Here, you can enjoy your dream retirement while receiving all the comfort you need for a healthy well-being.

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5-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

11 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 22 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Home

StatusActive

IssuanceSeptember 23, 2014

ExpirationAugust 31, 2026

License NumberAL9212H

QualificationHealth Care

Creative Care Assisted Living is administered by Simona Duican.

OwnerSIMONA DUICAN

Staffing

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

ContactMrs. Simona Duican, Owner

Inspection score unavailable

Not enough inspection history to generate a score.

Average score for Arizona assisted living residences: B- 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.

Overall vs. AZ average

Latest Inspection September 15, 2023 Complaint;Compliance (Annual) No deficiencies

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
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.	0	0.9	This facility has 100% fewer enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↓ 100% better

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.	1	5	This facility has 80% fewer total inspections than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 5).↓ 80% better

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.	1	6	This facility has 83% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 83% better Rank #174 / 500 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 174th 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. 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 An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

September 15, 2023 complaint investigation found no deficiencies during the on-site compliance inspection.
The complaint AZ00194034 was unsubstantiated with no corrective actions required.
No deficiencies or citations appeared in the most recent inspection, indicating compliance at that time.

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

Beauty Services

Transportation Services

Recreational Activities

11.1 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Peoria's city center to Creative Care Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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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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)

What neighborhood is Creative Care Assisted Living in?

Creative Care Assisted Living is in the Sunrise neighborhood of Peoria.

Who is the owner of Creative Care Assisted Living?

The legal owner and operator of Creative Care Assisted Living is Simona Duican.

Is Creative Care Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Creative Care Assisted Living has a walk score of 22. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Creative Care Assisted Living?

According to AZ state health department records, Creative Care Assisted Living's license number is AL9212H.

When does Creative Care Assisted Living's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Creative Care Assisted Living's license expires on August 31, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Creative Care Assisted Living?

Simona Duican is the administrator of Creative Care Assisted Living.

How many beds does Creative Care Assisted Living have?

Creative Care Assisted Living has 5 beds.

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