Glencroft Center for Modern Aging

    8611 N 67th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85302
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Beautiful campus, caring nonprofit community

    I live here and am very happy with my experience. It's a nonprofit, cost-conscious community with state funding options that gives excellent value. The staff are kind, compassionate and attentive - housekeeping and maintenance are prompt, and on-site medical care (including house calls) is convenient. The 40-acre campus is beautiful with pools, a gym, multiple restaurants, a market and tons of activities and classes; meals are restaurant-style with delivery options. Spacious apartments and casitas, strong safety and a warm, social atmosphere make this easy to recommend to families.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Internet
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.04·(215)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.6
    • Staff

      4.2
    • Meals

      3.8
    • Amenities

      4.1
    • Value

      3.4

    Pros

    • Extensive activities and programming
    • Multiple on-site dining options
    • On-site medical clinic and rehabilitation services
    • Indoor covered swimming pool and robust fitness facilities
    • Wide range of campus amenities (grocery, bank, post office, thrift shop)
    • Full continuum of care (independent, assisted, memory, skilled nursing)
    • Responsive maintenance and routine housekeeping
    • Private casitas and spacious apartment layouts with full kitchens
    • Friendly, attentive, and long-tenured staff
    • Transportation services and on-site shuttles
    • Active faith-based and spiritual programming
    • Pet-friendly housing options
    • Well-maintained grounds and landscaping
    • Affordable value options and HUD/state funding availability

    Cons

    • Inconsistent clinical monitoring and medication-administration controls
    • Delays in staff responsiveness to call buttons and care requests
    • Staff turnover and variable staffing levels
    • Inconsistent meal quality and dining-service continuity
    • Sanitation and pest-control concerns
    • Pricing and billing transparency issues
    • Dated building stock and variable unit condition
    • Confusing campus layout and long internal travel distances
    • Inconsistent housekeeping scope and expectations
    • Elevator reliability and building maintenance variability
    • Gaps in incident response and family communication

    Summary of reviews

    Glencroft Center for Modern Aging is a large, full-service senior campus offering a broad continuum of care and an extensive set of amenities. Strengths repeatedly noted include a wide activity program (exercise classes, quilting/arts, music and entertainment, and frequent social events), multiple on-site dining venues, a rehabilitation/therapy center and on-site medical clinic, and campus conveniences such as a grocery, bank, post office, thrift shop and beauty/barber services. The property includes a variety of housing options from casitas with full kitchens to apartment-style independent living and dedicated assisted- and memory-care units, which supports residents who want to age in place within the same community.

    Staff and maintenance are commonly cited as positive attributes. Many comments reflect courteous, helpful, and long-tenured team members who provide personalized attention; maintenance work and customization requests (flooring, filters, door repairs) are frequently described as timely. Housekeeping and apartment turn-over services receive praise when available, and landscaping and grounds upkeep are regularly mentioned as well-kept and attractive. The campus also scores well for social atmosphere, transportation services, faith-based programming, and perceived value for some price points, including HUD-qualified and nonprofit pricing options.

    At the same time, reviewers describe a set of operational and clinical concerns prospective residents and families should evaluate. There are recurring accounts of inconsistent clinical monitoring and medication-administration practices, along with reports of delayed responses to call buttons and care requests; together these indicate variability in nursing oversight and frontline caregiving at times. Staffing stability is uneven — some notes praise low staffing ratios and professional leadership while others describe turnover, short staffing, and distracted staff behavior — suggesting that staffing levels and training can fluctuate across units and shifts.

    Dining and housekeeping elicit mixed feedback: many residents praise chef-prepared meals and multiple dining choices, but others describe inconsistent food quality, undercooked items, and variability between venues. Housekeeping scope and frequency also vary by contract and building; some residents receive comprehensive cleaning while others describe lighter service. Facilities condition is mixed as well. The campus includes well-maintained grounds and renovated units, but much of the physical plant is older, with dated interiors in some buildings, elevator reliability issues, and a large campus layout that can be confusing or require long walks to activities and dining.

    Additional operational patterns to consider are sanitation and pest-control concerns raised in some accounts, pricing and billing transparency issues (unexpected fees, rent increases, mandatory meal charges), and occasional lapses in incident response or family communication following clinical events. These matters are organizational in nature rather than isolated to a single unit, and they appear with varying frequency across reports.

    Recommendation: Glencroft offers a comprehensive, activity-rich campus with substantial on-site services that will appeal to residents seeking a full-service, faith-friendly community with many social and clinical resources. Prospective residents should schedule an extended tour and ask specific questions about current staffing ratios by shift, clinical protocols for medication and monitoring, housekeeping scope and frequency for their unit type, pest-control practices, elevator contingency plans, and a detailed breakdown of fees and recent rent/fee adjustments. For families considering higher-acuity placements, it is advisable to review clinical oversight procedures, incident response policies, and recent outcomes for assisted- and memory-care programs before making a decision.

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    Medicare Ratings

    3·/ 5
    Cited by CMS for abuse, or potential for abuse, on its most recent survey cycle.
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

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    Glencroft Center for Modern Aging is located at 8611 N 67th Ave, Glendale, AZ, 85302.

    About Glencroft Center for Modern Aging

    Glencroft Center for Modern Aging sits on 40 acres full of grass and citrus trees over in Arizona and folks say it's not only the biggest senior community in the state but also one of the largest in the country, and the place has both semi-private and single-room apartments, plus 2-bedroom apartments, condo and townhouse-style units, and even studios to pick from, and they let adults aged 55 and older live there, while also offering some HUD low-income housing you don't see everywhere. They let people bring some pets, have guests at mealtimes, and even allow overnight guests, which is comforting for some, and rooms come with full-size kitchens or kitchenettes, and those extra touches can make it feel more like home, plus laundry and dry-cleaning services mean you don't have to worry about chores piling up. Folks can swim in the indoor pool, relax in the jacuzzi, or try out fitness classes, and the common spaces are set up for folks to gather in community dining rooms, enjoy restaurant meals made by trained chefs, and take part in social and entertainment events-some themed around food-so there's no shortage of things to do or people to meet.

    The community offers help with walking or using wheelchairs, does medication administration for those who need it, and provides in-house "Glencroft at Home" support for daily living needs, plus you don't have to mess with home or yard maintenance since those services are included in the monthly fee, and they can transport folks to grocery stores and shopping centers every week for free. The place brings together several types of senior living, so there's independent living, assisted living with ALTCS support, Alzheimer's and memory care neighborhoods with security and staff, and skilled nursing care for people who need long-term help or rehab right there on campus. There's a focus on what they call modern aging, and their ZoeLife program aims to address spiritual, social, physical, and emotional needs, reminding everyone to stay engaged and active, and they've got everything from wellness classes and hobby groups to church services, grief counseling, and home or hospital visits.

    There's a barber shop and beauty shop on campus, on-site haircuts, community TV broadcasts and a resident portal so folks can stay in the loop about activities, and offsite trips make it easy to get out for a bit. Security, meals, transportation, and activities are rolled into the all-inclusive services, which can take a load off loved ones' minds. The staff plans social programs to help residents form friendships and feel purpose, and many activities are adapted for changing mental or physical health, so no one's left out. Overall, Glencroft Center for Modern Aging offers a broad range of support, care, and choice as people age, and there's a steady, comforting sense that no matter the level of need, there's usually something here for everyone.

    People often ask...

    Glencroft Center for Modern Aging offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, continuing care retirement community, and skilled nursing.

    There are 26 photos of Glencroft Center for Modern Aging on Mirador.

    Yes, Glencroft Center for Modern Aging allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 8611 N 67th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85302.

    No, Glencroft Center for Modern Aging does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Arizona, the Department of Health Services licenses assisted living and long-term care facilities through AZ Care Check, running compliance inspections and investigating complaints.

    License number001cs00000WoBsAAAV
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living Center
    License classActive
    Capacity96 residents
    LicenseeFRIENDSHIP RETIREMENT CORPORATION
    EffectiveMay 10th, 2000
    ExpiresFebruary 28th, 2027
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    Inspection Reports

    13

    Reports

    16

    Citations

    11

    Complaints

    3

    Years

    20 Apr 2026Complaint
    Identified failures to report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation and to document immediate actions. Multiple incidents showed alleged abuse and lack of reporting.
    • R9-10-803.J.1-6R9-10-803.J.1-6. Administration J. If a manager has a reasonable basis, according to A.R.S. § 46- 454, to believe abuse, neglect or exploitation has occurred on the premises or while a resident is receiving services from an assisted living facility’s manager, caregiver, or assistant caregiver, the m
    06 Mar 2026Complaint
    Found no deficiencies.
    05 Feb 2026Inspection
    Found deficiencies in documenting medication administration in the resident's medical record, including midodrine entries not properly documented and several administrations not reflected in the records.
    • R9-10-817.B.3.cR9-10-817.B.3.c. Medication Services B. If an assisted living facility provides medication administration, a manager shall ensure that: 3. A medication administered to a resident: c. Is documented in the resident’s medical record.
    05 Feb 2026Modification
    Found no deficiencies.
    18 Sept 2025Complaint
    Found no deficiencies.
    15 Apr 2025Complaint
    Identified failure to promptly report suspected abuse to authorities and to document actions to prevent recurrence, with late notification to APS.
    • R9-10-803.J.1-6R9-10-803.J.1-6. Administration J. If a manager has a reasonable basis, according to A.R.S. § 46-454 , to believe abuse, neglect or exploitation has occurred on the premises or while a resident is receiving services from an assisted living facility's manager, caregiver, or assistant caregiver, the m
    11 Feb 2025Complaint
    Found no deficiencies.
    07 Jan 2025Complaint
    Found no deficiencies following the investigation into two complaints.
    18 Dec 2024Complaint
    Found no deficiencies.
    12 Aug 2024Complaint
    Found no deficiencies.
    06 Mar 2024Complaint
    Identified failures to enforce fingerprint clearance processing and good cause exception procedures for an employee, and documented alleged exploitation with improper charges leading to termination.
    • R9-10-803.A.9A. A governing authority shall: 9. Ensure compliance with A.R.S. § 36-411.
    06 Sept 2023Complaint
    Found no deficiencies.
    17 Jul 2023Complaint
    Identified deficiencies across staff fall prevention and CPR/First Aid training, recordkeeping, service planning, medication management, and incident notification.
    • A.R.S. § 36-420.01.A36-420.01. Health care institutions; fall prevention and fall recovery; training programs; definition A. Each health care institution shall develop and administer a training program for all staff regarding fall prevention and fall recovery. The training program shall include initial training and con
    • R9-10-803.C.1.e.i-ivC. A manager shall ensure that policies and procedures are: 1. Established, documented, and implemented to protect the health and safety of a resident that: e. Except as provided in subsection (M), cover cardiopulmonary resuscitation training for applicable employees and volunteers, including: i. Th
    • R9-10-803.C.1.fC. A manager shall ensure that policies and procedures are: 1. Established, documented, and implemented to protect the health and safety of a resident that: f. Cover first aid training;
    • R9-10-803.E.1E. A manager shall ensure that, unless otherwise stated: 1. Documentation required by this Article is provided to the Department within two hours after a Department request; and
    • R9-10-806.C.1.c.iC. A manager shall ensure that a personnel record for each employee or volunteer: 1. Includes: c. Documentation of: i. The individual's qualifications, including skills and knowledge applicable to the individual's job duties;
    • R9-10-806.C.1.c.ixC. A manager shall ensure that a personnel record for each employee or volunteer: 1. Includes: c. Documentation of: ix. Documentation of compliance with the requirements in A.R.S. § 36-411(A) and (C);
    • R9-10-808.A.4.aA. Except as required in subsection (B), a manager shall ensure that a resident has a written service plan that: 4. Is reviewed and updated based on changes in the requirements in subsections (A)(3)(a) through (f): a. No later than 14 calendar days after a significant change in the resident's physic
    • R9-10-808.C.1.gC. A manager shall ensure that: 1. A caregiver or an assistant caregiver: g. Documents the services provided in the resident's medical record; and
    • R9-10-811.C.12C. A manager shall ensure that a resident's medical record contains: 12. A medication order from a medical practitioner for each medication that is administered to the resident or for which the resident receives assistance in the self-administration of the medication;
    • R9-10-816.B.3.bB. If an assisted living facility provides medication administration, a manager shall ensure that: 3. A medication administered to a resident: b. Is administered in compliance with a medication order, and
    • R9-10-816.F.1F. When medication is stored by an assisted living facility, a manager shall ensure that: 1. Medication is stored in a separate locked room, closet, cabinet, or self-contained unit used only for medication storage;
    • R9-10-818.D.1D. When a resident has an accident, emergency, or injury that results in the resident needing medical services, a manager shall ensure that a caregiver or an assistant caregiver: 1. Immediately notifies the resident's emergency contact and primary care provider; and

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