AG Mayes Adds Racketeering Claims, Seeks Control of Two More Heritage Village Facilities

Attorney General Mayes adds racketeering claims in Heritage Village lawsuit, seeking control of two more assisted living facilities.Photo byImage: Tysonomo Multimedia

PHOENIX – Attorney General Kris Mayes announced today an amended complaint in the ongoing lawsuit against Heritage Village Assisted Living, adding racketeering claims and requesting the court take control of two additional facilities: Visions Mesa and Visions Apache Junction.

The amendment stems from newly uncovered evidence, including financial mismanagement and forgeries linked to the original owners.

According to the amended complaint, over $2.9 million was diverted from Heritage Village's operating accounts to other businesses controlled by the owners, Gary and Tracy Langendoen.

These funds, intended for resident care, were instead used to cover debts from other properties. Additionally, fraudulent license applications and forged documents were submitted to the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) to secure the facility’s continued operations.

The Attorney General’s Office initially filed the lawsuit in March 2024, after discovering severe neglect and financial mismanagement that placed residents' health and safety at risk.

Peter Davis, appointed as the receiver for Heritage Village, has since worked to stabilize operations, bringing in professional management and negotiating with ADHS to preserve the facility's license.

However, the investigation revealed deeper financial fraud, including false insurance reinstatements and inter-facility transfers of funds without proper accounting.

The amended complaint seeks to extend the receivership to Visions Mesa and Visions Apache Junction, which are also controlled by the Langendoens.

Attorney General Mayes emphasized, “The sheer magnitude of the Heritage Village fraud is shocking, and our priority remains protecting the vulnerable residents affected by this mismanagement.”

The lawsuit also expands on previous allegations of consumer fraud and elder abuse while seeking treble damages for the racketeering activities involved.