Occupancy rate
100%
Higher than the New Mexico average: 78.9%Brookdale Tramway Ridge
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Albuquerque, NM
Brookdale Tramway Ridge
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Albuquerque, NM
Nestled in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Brookdale Tramway Ridge is a senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services. The community provides a vibrant, comfortable environment that promotes wellness and a relaxed lifestyle. Residents receive personalized assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and engaging programs tailored to their needs and interests.
For memory care residents, Brookdale Tramway Ridge creates a stable, predictable environment where those with memory loss can thrive through daily moments of joy. The community also offers the exclusive Crossings program for individuals in the early stages of Alzheimer’s or dementia. With 24/7 staff availability, a range of amenities, and easy access to local attractions like the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta and Sandia Peak Tramway, Brookdale Tramway Ridge aims to provide a fulfilling and enriching lifestyle for its residents.
40-bed community Rank #90 / 144Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th out of 144 homes in New Mexico for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New Mexico facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Mexico that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
48 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 49 / 100 Rank #99 / 207Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 99th out of 207 homes in New Mexico for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across New Mexico facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Mexico that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the New Mexico average: 78.9%Occupied beds
40 / 40
Average occupied beds in New Mexico homes
82 beds
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationOctober 31, 2026
CountyBernalillo
Brookdale Tramway Ridge is legally operated by Brookdale Place Of Albuquerque, LLC, and administered by Jose Ruvalcaba.
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactJose Ruvalcaba (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Fax(505) 271-9966
HousekeepingYes
Pet Friendly
Library
Salon
Courtyard
Garden
Dining
Walking Paths
Ice Cream Parlor
Piano
ActivitiesActivities include Flex Your Brain, creative cooking classes, yoga, and tech classes
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT
Assisted Living$3,675 per month
Memory Care$4,975 per month
Food DescriptionMeals served restaurant-style with dementia-friendly menus for memory care residents.
Brookdale Tramway Ridge – Menu
Download Menu PDFInspection 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
78 deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
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 (160% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (160% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NM Average | vs. NM Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 78 | 30 | This facility has 160% more total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (78 vs. NM avg 30).↑ 160% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- September 26, 2025 follow-up found two deficiencies for unsecured oxygen tanks and failure to perform daily narcotic reconciliation audits after every shift.
- June 26, 2025 complaint investigation cited five deficiencies including medication misappropriation, expired fire extinguishers, missing emergency phone numbers, and oxygen tank storage issues.
- November 17, 2023 complaint investigation substantiated failure to report a resident fall within 24 hours and maintain clean, sanitary common areas with persistent urine odors.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 244 - 260 / 270 - 296 / 304 - 316 / 523 - 656 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Rooms Available
1 Bed
1
523-656 sq. ft
Places of interest near Brookdale Tramway Ridge
9.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Albuquerque's city center to Brookdale Tramway Ridge's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.36 miles to nearest hospital (Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Tramway Ridge
What neighborhood is Brookdale Tramway Ridge in?
Brookdale Tramway Ridge is in the S Y Jackson neighborhood of Albuquerque.
Who is the owner of Brookdale Tramway Ridge?
Brookdale Tramway Ridge is legally operated by Brookdale Place Of Albuquerque, LLC, and administered by Jose Ruvalcaba.
Is Brookdale Tramway Ridge in a walkable area?
Brookdale Tramway Ridge has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
When does Brookdale Tramway Ridge's license expire?
According to NM state health department records, Brookdale Tramway Ridge's license expires on October 31, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Tramway Ridge?
Brookdale Tramway Ridge's occupancy is 100%.
How long has Brookdale Tramway Ridge been in business?
Brookdale Tramway Ridge has been operating for approximately 48 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Does Brookdale Tramway Ridge have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Tramway Ridge on this page.
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