Orchard Pointe at Terrazza
Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Arizona, AZ

Orchard Pointe at Terrazza

Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Arizona, AZ

Overview of Orchard Pointe at Terrazza

Situated in Peoria, Arizona, a few steps away from Christ’s Church of the Valley, Orchard Pointe at Terrazza provides individual-centric care for seniors looking for the best place to settle in for the golden years. Whether it’s independent living, assisted living, memory care, or respite care that you or your near and dear are in need of, Orchard Pointe has you covered. Duly licensed and dedicated staff is on-hand 24/7 for assistance with daily living activities such as housekeeping, laundry, home maintenance, and cooking, along with personal care and medical management, as needed based on tailored care programs.

Living quarters on-site are bright and spacious, ensuring maximum comfort, while amenities include fitness programs, several dining areas to savor meal times completely, socialization opportunities to forge new friendships, exciting events, and scheduled transportation to nearby destinations for when you feel the need for a change of pace. Each day is exciting, safe, and relaxing, at Orchard Pointe.

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Types of Care at Orchard Pointe at Terrazza

Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care
Bed community size
135-bed community Rank #60 / 527Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 60th out of 527 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Arizona SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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
6 years in operation Rank #298 / 531Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 298th out of 531 homes in Arizona. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Arizona SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 64 / 100 Rank #106 / 818Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 106th out of 818 homes in Arizona. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Arizona SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
StatusActive
IssuanceAugust 21, 2019
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026
License NumberAL11151C
QualificationHealth Care

Services

Directed Care Services (capacity: 34)
Personal Care Services (capacity: 101)
Supervisory Care Services

Ownership & Operating Entity

Orchard Pointe at Terrazza is administrated by Lori J Higuera.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Outdoor Courtyard
Small Pets Welcome
Salon/Barber Shop
Exercise Facilities
Movie Theater & Pub
ActivitiesResidents can participate in a variety of activities including Margarita Mystery parties, bingo, and mah-jongg.
Specific ProgramsRespite & Recovery Stays

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionRestaurant-style dining is available.

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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.

Since 2024 · 2 years of data 8 deficiencies 3 complaints 5 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2024 vs. Arizona state average
Overall vs. AZ average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at Arizona average:
• Total inspections (at AZ avg)
5 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (11% below)
• Deficiencies per year (11% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (11% below)
• Total complaints (50% below)
• Complaints per year (50% below)
Latest Inspection June 26, 2025 Modification No deficiencies

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 89 This facility has 11% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (8 vs. AZ avg 9).↓ 11% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2024. 44.5 This facility has 11% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (4 vs. AZ avg 4.5).↓ 11% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.61.8 This facility has 11% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1.6 vs. AZ avg 1.8).↓ 11% better

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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 55 This facility has total inspections in line with the Arizona average (5 vs. AZ avg 5).— At avg

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. 36 This facility has 50% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (3 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 50% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2024. 1.53 This facility has 50% fewer complaints per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1.5 vs. AZ avg 3).↓ 50% better

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

The most recent inspection on June 26, 2025, was an off-site review to change the level of care and had no deficiencies cited. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of some deficiencies related to licensing violations, caregiver documentation, service plan updates, and resident record keeping. Enforcement actions included a $750 fine in January 2024 and a requirement to return to substantial compliance by June 2025, but no immediate jeopardy or license suspensions were listed in the available reports. Multiple complaint investigations were conducted, with some substantiated deficiencies found, while others were unsubstantiated. The facility’s record shows improvement over time, with the most recent inspections free of deficiencies.

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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 582 / 634 / 847 / 973 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 173.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Peoria's city center to Orchard Pointe at Terrazza's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.86 miles to nearest hospital (Abrazo Arrowhead Campus)

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Arizona

Orchard Pointe at Terrazza is located in Peoria, 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Orchard Pointe at Terrazza

Is Orchard Pointe at Terrazza in a walkable area?

Orchard Pointe at Terrazza has a walk score of 64. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Orchard Pointe at Terrazza?

According to AZ state health department records, Orchard Pointe at Terrazza's license number is AL11151C.

When does Orchard Pointe at Terrazza's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Orchard Pointe at Terrazza's license expires on July 31, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Orchard Pointe at Terrazza?

Lori J Higuera is the administrator of Orchard Pointe at Terrazza.

How many beds does Orchard Pointe at Terrazza have?

Orchard Pointe at Terrazza has 135 beds.

Are there photos of Orchard Pointe at Terrazza?

Yes — there are 10 photos of Orchard Pointe at Terrazza in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Orchard Pointe at Terrazza?

(623) 738-1519 will put you in contact with the team at Orchard Pointe at Terrazza.

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