The Citadel Senior Living Community

The Citadel Senior Living Community

520 S Higley Rd, Mesa, AZ 85206 View Map

The Citadel Senior Living Community is a Senior Living Home in Arizona

The Citadel Senior Living… is a Senior Living Home in Arizona

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Overview of The Citadel Senior Living Community

The Citadel Senior Living Community in Mesa, Arizona offers senior living near me with a warm and supportive environment where they can thrive. With no buy-in fees and convenient month-to-month leases, The Citadel provides flexibility and peace of mind.

The Citadel offers both independent living and assisted living options.  Independent living residents enjoy the freedom of their own apartment without the worry of maintenance or chores. Housekeeping, meal service, and transportation are available for those who desire them. For those who need a helping hand with daily activities, The Citadel’s Assisted Living program provides personalized care plans.  A dedicated staff is available 24/7 to ensure residents’ safety and well-being. The Citadel prioritizes resident wellness and offers a variety of amenities to keep residents active and engaged.  Take a dip in the heated pool, relax in the jacuzzi, or challenge friends to a game of billiards.  A fitness room, library, and beauty salon are also available for resident use.

The Citadel understands the importance of social connection.  A full calendar of activities offers something for everyone, from ice cream socials and arts and crafts classes to lectures and live entertainment.  Regular outings and excursions provide opportunities to explore the Mesa area.

(480) 832-7600
Home Information The Citadel Senior Living Community
Bed community size
150-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
3 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 26 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Services

Directed care services (Capacity: 36)
Personal care services (Capacity: 114)
Supervisory care services

About this community

License Status
Active
Facility Type
Assisted Living Center
License Date
March 15, 2022
License Expiration
March 14, 2026

Additional licensing details

License number: AL12140C
Qualification: Health Care

Ownership & operating entity

The Citadel Senior Living Community is administrated by KARINA VILLACORTA.

Profit status: for-profit

Staffing

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

Leadership

Contact: Cory Williams

Care Services

Alzheimer's Certification

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at The Citadel Senior Living Community

Assisted Living
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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.

20 visits/inspections

18 complaint inspections

Arizona average: 6 complaint visits

Arizona average: 5 inspections

Latest inspection

Date:November 4, 2025
Type:Modification
Results:No deficiencies

18 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

63 violations

Violations indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Arizona average: 12 violations

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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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Address 520 S Higley Rd, Mesa, AZ 85206

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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Arizona Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Arizona Long Term Care System
ALTCS
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Covers tribal members; rural outreach.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Age 60+, Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
  • Asset Limits: $10,000 (individual).
  • AZ Specifics: Limited funding; waitlists common.
  • Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), respite care (up to 10 days/year), adult day care (~$60/day).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
AZ SCSEP
  • General: Age 55+, Arizona resident, unemployed, low-income.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,519/month (125% of poverty level, individual).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-driven.
  • AZ Specifics: Wages at highest of federal/state/local minimum ($14.35/hour in 2025).
  • Services: Paid training (20 hours/week), job placement (avg. $300-$500/month earnings), career counseling.
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
AZ WAP
  • General: Age 60+ priority, 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 Specifics: High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.
  • Services: Insulation, weather stripping, HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings).
Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly
AZ Section 202
  • General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.
  • Services: Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month), on-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value).
Arizona CARES Program
AZ CARES
  • 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 Specifics: Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Age 60+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.
  • Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), personal care (limited hours), respite care (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Arizona Seniors

ALTCS

Arizona Long Term Care System

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    Covers tribal members; rural outreach.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (6-8 hours/day), assisted living, nursing home care, medical services, transportation (10 trips/month).
AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
  • Asset Limits:
    $10,000 (individual).
  • AZ Specifics:
    Limited funding; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), respite care (up to 10 days/year), adult day care (~$60/day).
AZ SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, Arizona resident, unemployed, low-income.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,519/month (125% of poverty level, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-driven.
  • AZ Specifics:
    Wages at highest of federal/state/local minimum ($14.35/hour in 2025).
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (20 hours/week), job placement (avg. $300-$500/month earnings), career counseling.
AZ WAP

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+ priority, 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 Specifics:
    High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Insulation, weather stripping, HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings).
AZ Section 202

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 62+, 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 Specifics:
    Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month), on-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value).
AZ CARES

Arizona CARES Program

Requirements:
  • 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 Specifics:
    Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: 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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