Brookdale at Home® Valencia
Home Care & Respite Care · Albuquerque, NM

Brookdale at Home® Valencia

Home Care & Respite Care · Albuquerque, NM

Overview of Brookdale at Home® Valencia

Brookdale at Home® Valencia in Albuquerque, NM, offers home care and short-term respite services for residents in the South San Pedro neighborhood. Home care programs deliver companion care and personal assistance with daily tasks in a resident’s private dwelling. Temporary respite stays provide short-term caregiving support to give primary family caregivers time away.

On-site amenities include a swimming pool, a fitness center, and a full-service salon and barber shop. Scheduled local transportation services assist residents with rides to activities or medical appointments, while pet-friendly policies allow individuals to keep their pets with them.

Financial arrangements rely on private payment options. Situated in a highly walkable area, the neighborhood enables non-driving residents to manage most daily errands independently on foot.

Prospective residents searching for personalized in-home support or temporary respite care can contact the administrative office to discuss service options or schedule a visit.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 100

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management.
48 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
73 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
44% This home usually has availability

Based on 44 residents and 100 beds. Source: state inspection report (Jan 2024)

Lower occupancy than the New Mexico average
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
CountyBernalillo

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale at Home® Valencia is legally operated by Blc Albuquerque-Gc, LLC, and administered by Candace Guerrero.

Leadership

ContactCandace Guerrero (per state records, record updated Sep 2026)

Additional Services

4 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Transportation
Concierge
Housekeeping

Contact Information

Fax(505) 260-8200

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Library
Beauty Salon
Bistro
Courtyard
Garden
Walking Paths
Wi-Fi
Wellness Center
Signature ProgramsBrookdale at Home
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm; Sat: 9am - 5:30pm

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Inspection History

In New Mexico, the Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement is the primary regulatory authority that conducts unannounced inspections and investigates quality of care complaints.

Since 2007 · 19 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
39 deficiencies 23 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New Mexico state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2007 vs. New Mexico state average
Overall vs. NM average 1 Worse Metrics worse than New Mexico average:
• Total deficiencies (63% above)
1 Better Metrics better than New Mexico average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (32% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNM Averagevs. NM Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3924.0 This facility has 63% more total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (39 vs. NM avg 24).↑ 63% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.72.5 This facility has 32% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (1.7 vs. NM avg 2.5).↓ 32% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNM Averagevs. NM Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 2312.0 This facility has had 92% more total inspections than the New Mexico average (23 vs. NM avg 12). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 92% more

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Address 4.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Albuquerque's city center to Brookdale at Home® Valencia's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Programs that may help with care and living costs in New Mexico

Brookdale at Home® Valencia is in Albuquerque, New Mexico. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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In-home & community support

Turquoise Care Community Benefit

Turquoise Care Community Benefit

Eligibility

General
Medicaid members who qualify for nursing-facility services may receive Community Benefit services to remain at home, subject to eligibility and assessment.
NM specifics
Turquoise Care replaced Centennial Care on July 1, 2024; Community Benefit is provided through the Medicaid managed-care program.

What it provides

  • Medicaid in-home care services for members who qualify for nursing-facility services but choose to remain at home.
Caregiver support

National Family Caregiver Support Program

National Family Caregiver Support Program

Who it is for
Family or informal caregivers of an older adult

Eligibility

General
Family caregivers of older adults receive support through the New Mexico aging network.

What it provides

  • Respite care; caregiver training; information and referral assistance; and counseling.
In-home & community support

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Who it is for
Adults 60+ looking for meals, in-home help or other local aging services
Income limit
No financial eligibility test for Older Americans Act Title III services.
Asset limit
No asset limit for Older Americans Act Title III services.

Eligibility

General
Adults age 60+ seeking Older Americans Act Title III services through the local Area Agency on Aging.

What it provides

  • Older Americans Act Title III services include nutrition; health promotion and caregiver support.
Cash support · veterans

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
2026 · Countable income is compared with the applicable maximum annual pension rate (MAPR), which varies by dependents and benefit category. For a veteran with one dependent and Aid and Attendance, MAPR is $34,488/year.
Asset limit
VA pension net-worth ceiling is $163,699 from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026. Net worth includes countable assets plus income for VA purposes; exclusions and transfer rules apply.

Eligibility

General
Aid and Attendance or Housebound is an increased VA pension rate for eligible veterans or surviving spouses who meet pension and additional care/disability requirements; it is not a stand-alone state benefit.
NM specifics
Federal VA pension rules apply nationwide.

What it provides

  • Monthly pension is based on the applicable MAPR less countable annual income; divided by 12. Maximum annual veteran Aid and Attendance rates are $29,093 without dependents and $34,488 with one dependent; actual payments may be lower.
Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing

Eligibility

General
Medicare beneficiary; the state determines the applicable Medicare Savings Program. QMB helps with premiums and Medicare cost sharing; SLMB and QI generally help with Part B premiums.
NM specifics
QI requires annual application and is funded first-come, first-served with priority for prior recipients. QMB, SLMB and QI confer Part D Extra Help.

What it provides

  • QMB pays eligible Part A/Part B premiums and Medicare deductibles and cost sharing; SLMB and QI pay Part B premiums. The exact benefit depends on the approved program.
Energy assistance

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Who it is for
Income-eligible households responsible for home heating or energy costs

Eligibility

General
Income-eligible households with qualifying home-energy costs; the administering agency applies household-size and program eligibility rules.

What it provides

  • Assistance with eligible home energy costs through the state LIHEAP program.
Homeowner tax relief

Property Tax Rebate for Seniors

Property Tax Rebate for Seniors

Eligibility

General
New Mexico provides a Property Tax Rebate for Persons 65 or Older; eligible low-income renters can qualify as well as homeowners. Filing and income calculations follow the applicable PIT-RC instructions.
NM specifics
Claim through the applicable PIT-RC schedule. Refund claims are generally permitted within three years from the end of the calendar year in which the tax was due; use the eligibility rules for the claimed tax year.

What it provides

  • Property-tax rebate claimed through the New Mexico personal income-tax return; qualifying renters may also claim it.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale at Home® Valencia

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 What neighborhood is Brookdale at Home® Valencia in?
Brookdale at Home® Valencia is in the South San Pedro neighborhood of Albuquerque.
02 Who is the owner of Brookdale at Home® Valencia?
Brookdale at Home® Valencia is legally operated by Blc Albuquerque-Gc, LLC, and administered by Candace Guerrero.
03 Is Brookdale at Home® Valencia in a walkable area?
Brookdale at Home® Valencia has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
04 What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale at Home® Valencia?
Brookdale at Home® Valencia's occupancy is 44%.
05 How long has Brookdale at Home® Valencia been in business?
Brookdale at Home® Valencia has been operating for approximately 48 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
06 Are pets allowed at Brookdale at Home® Valencia?
Yes, Brookdale at Home® Valencia allows residents to bring their pets.
07 Who is the administrator of Brookdale at Home® Valencia?
Candace Guerrero is the administrator of Brookdale at Home® Valencia.