Southwest Comfort Care
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Scottsdale, AZ

Southwest Comfort Care

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Scottsdale, AZ

Overview of Southwest Comfort Care

Southwest Comfort Care, nestled in the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona, is a senior living community dedicated to offering its residents exemplary accommodations and compassionate care. With a highly trained and devoted staff, Southwest Comfort Care prioritizes individualized attention and comprehensive support for each resident. This community aims to cultivate a secure and vibrant space where residents flourish while receiving tailored and exceptional care.

This community boasts extensive amenities and activities meticulously designed to surpass resident expectations. Located minutes away from old town Scottsdale, Southwest Comfort Care specializes in providing superior services within a comforting home environment. Services include on-call access to physicians and registered nurses, specialized care for varying mobility levels, hospice and dementia care, physical and occupational therapy, home health monitoring, salon, and barber services, assistance with personal hygiene, laundry, housekeeping, individualized call systems, access to cable TV and high-speed internet, including video chat capabilities, wheelchair accessibility, delightful home-cooked meals, personalized care plans, recreational activities, and memorable birthday celebrations.

Types of Care at Southwest Comfort Care

Assisted Living Memory Care
Bed community size
10-bed community Rank #246 / 527Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 246th 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 smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
5 years in operation Rank #342 / 531Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 342nd 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: 31 / 100 Rank #460 / 818Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 460th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Home
StatusActive
IssuanceDecember 18, 2020
ExpirationDecember 17, 2025
License NumberAL11681H
QualificationHealth Care

Services

Directed Care Services (capacity: 10)
Personal Care Services
Supervisory Care Services

Ownership & Operating Entity

Southwest Comfort Care is administrated by Sam Ferreri.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Safety FeaturesSafe and secure property.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

On-Call Physicians & Registered Nurses
Ambulatory To Non-Ambulatory Services
Hospice And Dementia Care
Occupational And Physical Therapy
Home Health
Medical & Medication Monitoring 24/7/365
Wound Therapy
Haircuts (Salon And Barber-Type)
Bathing And Other Personal Hygiene Assistance
Laundry Service
Housekeeping Service
Individual Call System To Alert Staff
Internet
And Access For Video Chat Like Skype And Facetime
Wheelchair Accessibility
Home-Cooked Meals
Personalized Care Programs
Recreational And Social Activities
Birthday Celebrations
ActivitiesRecreational and social activities available.

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$3500 - $5000 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionHome-cooked meals provided.

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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 2023 · 3 years of data 22 deficiencies 2 complaints 3 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 2023 vs. Arizona state average
Overall vs. AZ average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (144% above)
• Deficiencies per year (143% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (306% above)
3 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total inspections (40% below)
• Total complaints (67% below)
• Complaints per year (65% below)
Latest Inspection October 15, 2024 Complaint 7 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. 229 This facility has 144% more total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (22 vs. AZ avg 9).↑ 144% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 7.33 This facility has 143% more deficiencies per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (7.3 vs. AZ avg 3).↑ 143% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 7.31.8 This facility has 306% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (7.3 vs. AZ avg 1.8).↑ 306% 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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 35 This facility has 40% fewer total inspections than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (3 vs. AZ avg 5).↓ 40% better

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. 26 This facility has 67% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 67% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2023. 0.72 This facility has 65% fewer complaints per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0.7 vs. AZ avg 2).↓ 65% 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 October 15, 2024, identified deficiencies related to policies, personnel records, caregiver services, facility egress, and medication administration. Earlier inspections showed a similar pattern of issues, including fall prevention training, documentation, caregiver training, and resident service plans. Inspectors cited recurring concerns with maintaining proper personnel records, ensuring caregivers follow service plans, and providing safe means of exit from the facility. Complaint investigations were not substantiated or were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history indicates ongoing challenges with compliance in several operational areas without clear improvement over time.

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Pets Allowed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 3.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Scottsdale's city center to Southwest Comfort Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.29 miles to nearest hospital (HonorHealth Tempe Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Southwest Comfort Care is located in Scottsdale, 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)

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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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AL

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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.

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Southwest Comfort Care
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 (South Scottsdale)10Yes 31 -5Sam Ferreri3227.3

Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Comfort Care

What neighborhood is Southwest Comfort Care in?

Southwest Comfort Care is in the South Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale.

Is Southwest Comfort Care in a walkable area?

Southwest Comfort Care has a walk score of 31. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Southwest Comfort Care?

According to AZ state health department records, Southwest Comfort Care's license number is AL11681H.

When does Southwest Comfort Care's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Southwest Comfort Care's license expires on December 17, 2025.

Who is the administrator of Southwest Comfort Care?

Sam Ferreri is the administrator of Southwest Comfort Care.

How many beds does Southwest Comfort Care have?

Southwest Comfort Care has 10 beds.

Are there photos of Southwest Comfort Care?

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