Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care
Nina Salmon administers Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care, an end-of-life and comfort care facility operated by Mesilla Valley Hospice, Inc., at 299 Montana Ave in Las Cruces, New Mexico. The single-level building design enables patients, staff, and families to move between private spaces and common rooms without navigating stairs. The daily clinical routine combines continuous medical monitoring, pain management, and specialized symptom control.
The care team consists of licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants who provide 24-hour support, alongside counselors who offer bereavement support and end-of-life consultations. The surrounding neighborhood carries a walkability score of 59 out of 100, which means the area is moderately walkable, allowing visitors and staff to manage some basic errands on foot.
Families seeking dedicated hospice or palliative services can contact the admissions office to discuss the intake process and care coordination.
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Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care is legally operated by Mesilla Valley Hospice, Inc, and administered by Nina Salmon.
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Info below is compiled from the NM Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Retirement Ranch | HC HOS MC NH RC SNF | Clovis | 104
Facility
104
NM AVG
68
Rank
#32 / 141 | Yes |
14
Facility
14
NM AVG
48
Rank
#166 / 186 | - |
79.8%
Facility
79.8%
NM AVG
78.1%
Rank
#60 / 106 | - | Doyle Harris | Retirement Ranches, Inc | 5 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
4
Rank
#29 / 82 | 5
Facility
5
NM AVG
5.3
Rank
#49 / 82 | 14
Facility
14
NM AVG
30
Rank
#32 / 82 | 2.8
Facility
2.8
NM AVG
2.7
Rank
#49 / 82 |
| Brio Assisted Living | HC AL HOS IL MC RC SNF | Albuquerque (Embudo Canyon) | 40
Facility
40
NM AVG
68
Rank
#87 / 141 | No |
42
Facility
42
NM AVG
48
Rank
#111 / 186 | 1 Bed |
75.0%
Facility
75.0%
NM AVG
78.1%
Rank
#70 / 106 | - | Michael Brito | 13101 Constitution, LLC | 10 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
4
Rank
#29 / 82 | 3
Facility
3
NM AVG
5.3
Rank
#31 / 82 | 13
Facility
13
NM AVG
30
Rank
#28 / 82 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
NM AVG
2.7
Rank
#22 / 82 |
| Sierra Vista Retirement Community | HC AL MC PC | Santa Fe | 24
Facility
24
NM AVG
68
Rank
#97 / 141 | No |
17
Facility
17
NM AVG
48
Rank
#159 / 186 | - |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
NM AVG
78.1%
Rank
#1 / 106 | A+ | Caroline Andrade | Vista Living Communities | 12 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
4
Rank
#29 / 82 | 5
Facility
5
NM AVG
5.3
Rank
#49 / 82 | 28
Facility
28
NM AVG
30
Rank
#52 / 82 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
NM AVG
2.7
Rank
#40 / 82 |
| Blue Horizon Boutique Assisted Living & Memory Care | HC AL HOS MC RC | Las Cruces | 15
Facility
15
NM AVG
68
Rank
#106 / 141 | No |
65
Facility
65
NM AVG
48
Rank
#53 / 186 | - |
86.7%
Facility
86.7%
NM AVG
78.1%
Rank
#41 / 106 | - | Jill Shannon | Blue Horizon Properties, Inc | 8 | 0
Facility
0
NM AVG
4
Rank
#1 / 82 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
5.3
Rank
#14 / 82 | 11
Facility
11
NM AVG
30
Rank
#27 / 82 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
NM AVG
2.7
Rank
#24 / 82 |
| Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care | HC HOS PC | Las Cruces | - | No |
59
Facility
59
NM AVG
48
Rank
#72 / 186 | - | - | - | Nina Salmon | Mesilla Valley Hospice, Inc | - | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care
Who is the owner of Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care?
Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care is legally operated by Mesilla Valley Hospice, Inc, and administered by Nina Salmon.
Is Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care in a walkable area?
Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
When does Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care's license expire?
According to NM state health department records, Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care's license expires on August 31, 2026.
Are pets allowed at Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care?
No, Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care?
Nina Salmon is the administrator of Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care.
Are there photos of Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care?
Yes — there are 3 photos of Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care?
Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care is located at 299 Montana Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88005.
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