Pricing ranges from
    $3,340 – 4,008/month

    Houston Creek Assisted Living

    210 South Houston Creek Circle, Payson, AZ, 85541
    4.6 · 5 reviews
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    4.0

    Warm, compassionate care despite management

    I found a warm, small, clean, homey place with loving, professional staff (Karen and Brad were angels), excellent 24-hour medical and hospice support, and plenty of activities. Caregivers were genuinely sad when I left, but I was alarmed by the owner's control issues and a sudden 30-day eviction notice amid crowded conditions. Despite management problems, I recommend this facility for its compassionate, high-quality care.

    Pricing

    $3,340+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $4,008+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

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

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.60 · 5 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      4.8
    • Meals

      4.6
    • Amenities

      4.6
    • Value

      4.6

    Pros

    • Loving, compassionate staff
    • 24-hour care availability
    • Excellent medical care
    • Clean facility
    • Well and seasonally decorated environment
    • Home-like / down-home family atmosphere
    • Personalized activities and many events
    • Hospice support available
    • Professional and respectful staff
    • Happy, well-loved residents
    • Compliance with state regulations
    • Named caregivers praised (Karen and Brad)

    Cons

    • Eviction with 30-day notice reported
    • Owner control and micromanagement issues
    • Inappropriate comments by owner
    • Owner reportedly absent during an eviction
    • Crowded / overcrowded conditions
    • Conflicting reports about owner behavior creating uncertainty

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the supplied reviews is predominantly positive about direct caregiving, the day-to-day environment, and clinical support, but there are significant management-related concerns raised in at least one report that warrant attention.

    Care quality and staff: Multiple reviews emphasize consistently strong direct care. Staff are repeatedly described as loving, caring, respectful, and professional. Reviewers used terms like "phenomenal care," "angels" (specifically naming Karen and Brad), and noted that caregivers became emotionally affected at departures — an indicator of strong bonds between staff and residents. Medical and clinical support are also praised: reviewers mention "excellent medical care," 24-hour care availability, and hospice support when needed. These points suggest the facility provides attentive, around-the-clock care and can coordinate clinical and end-of-life services appropriately.

    Facilities and atmosphere: The home is described as small, clean, and well decorated, with seasonal touches that contribute to a warm, home-like or down-home family atmosphere. Multiple reviewers emphasize that the environment feels homelike rather than institutional, and residents appear happy and well-loved in this setting. However, there is at least one mention of crowded conditions; while most comments highlight the benefits of a small, intimate home, that same small footprint may translate into overcrowding at times.

    Activities and quality of life: Reviewers report that staff arrange activities tailored to residents' interests and that many activities were observed, reinforcing the sense of engagement and personalized attention. This, combined with the homelike décor and family-style atmosphere, points to a focus on residents' social and emotional needs as well as their physical and medical care.

    Management and governance: This is the most mixed and potentially serious area. Several reviews note compliance with state rules, which is a positive sign for regulatory standing. At the same time, one summary reports a 30-day eviction notice, owner control issues, inappropriate comments by the owner, and the owner being absent during the eviction episode. Other summaries, however, say the owner "cares," creating contradictory impressions of ownership behavior. These management concerns — particularly an unexpected eviction and reports of unprofessional conduct by the owner — are significant because they affect resident stability and trust and may not be apparent from the caregiving quality alone.

    Gaps and notable omissions: None of the provided summaries include specific information about dining quality, menus, or meal service routines. If dining is a priority for a family or prospective resident, that is an area where further, direct inquiry would be needed. Also, while many staff and care strengths are described, there are limited specifics about staffing ratios, turnover rates, or regulatory inspection results beyond the note about compliance.

    Bottom line: The prevailing theme is high-quality, compassionate direct care in a clean, small, home-like setting with active engagement and medical support available. These strengths are tempered by at least one report of troubling management behavior (including an eviction and inappropriate owner comments) and mentions of crowding. For families considering this facility, the reviews suggest excellent day-to-day care and atmosphere but recommend direct follow-up questions about management practices, eviction policies, occupancy levels, and how owner concerns are handled to ensure stability and alignment with expectations.

    Location

    Map showing location of Houston Creek Assisted Living

    About Houston Creek Assisted Living

    Houston Creek Assisted Living sits over on S Houston Creek Circle in Payson, Arizona and focuses on giving seniors help with daily living in a way that respects their independence while making sure they're safe and comfortable, and folks will find private or shared rooms, kitchenettes, and private bathrooms, all fully furnished, so there isn't any need to worry over moving big things in or out; the living areas stay cool with air-conditioning, and there's cable TV, internet, and a telephone line ready for use, plus the staff takes care of housekeeping, linens, and all those chores that start piling up at home. Meals get made in the kitchen with organic ingredients, so residents sit down for food they know is fresh and nutritious, and transportation can be set up for doctor visits, other appointments, or group events, giving people a chance to get out, take part, or just get where they need to go. There are planned activities each day-some folks like walking on the paths or spending time in the garden, joining movie nights, or doing things that keep them engaged whether in the building or out in the community, not to mention devotional or spiritual sessions for those who like that sort of thing, and the whole place goes in for decorations for holidays and seasons, which makes it feel bright and homey.

    Residents can count on help with bathing, dressing, and taking their medicine, and there's a 24-hour call system in place so help's always close by, with care providers on hand all day and night, taking shifts to cover needs like medication management or even special help with memory care or skilled nursing. Houston Creek Assisted Living also offers services like hospice care, Medicare-certified home health care, adult day programs, board and care options, respite care for family members needing a break, and a mix of assisted living amenities meant to lower worries and let people enjoy maintenance-free living, and staff there make sure everything follows state and health rules for safety and quality. People have choices to pick what fits their needs, so whether someone needs all-day skilled help or lighter care, there's a plan; and the owners and staff focus on a warm, home-like environment, treating everyone with dignity, and encouraging residents to feel part of the community, with staff who have training and experience to help out with the tough days and the good ones, too. Assistant caregivers help out with daily routines, support, companionship, and making sure everyone feels valued and known, while providing families the peace of mind that comes from seeing their loved ones supported with both attentiveness and kindness.

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