Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Albuquerque, NM

Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Albuquerque, NM
Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque accepts Medicare.
Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque accepts Medicare.

Overview of Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque

Three levels of care live under one roof at Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque: independent living, assisted living, and memory care, spread across a 115-bed community in Albuquerque. Ativo Albuquerque LLC operates the property, and Zachary Rael serves as administrator. The neighborhood is car-dependent (Walk Score 0), so getting to errands or appointments typically means driving rather than walking.

Rehabilitation services and respite care sit alongside nursing services and 24-hour staffing. Day to day, residents can use the fitness center, spend time in the library, or step outside into the community’s outdoor spaces. Salon services are on-site too, and transportation is available for trips off the property. Emergency systems and other safety features round out the building.

Cost depends on which level of care a resident needs. Independent living starts at $4,250 a month, assisted living at $4,400, and memory care at $5,500, a stepped structure that mirrors the community’s three-tier setup. Medicare is accepted.

That three-tier structure, paired with 24-hour staffing and rehab support, suggests a community built around continuity: a resident could move from independent living into assisted living or memory care as needs change, without leaving the building they already know.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 115 Rank #12 / 101Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th out of 101 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

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

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
CountyBernalillo

Ownership & Operating Entity

Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque is administered by Zachary Rael.

Owner NameAtivo Albuquerque LLC

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Library
Salon
Wi-Fi
Transportation
Activities
Specific ProgramsDining & Activities, Service & Amenities

Pricing & Financial Information

IL$4,250 per month
AL$4,400 per month
MC$5,500 per month

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Address 7.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Albuquerque's city center to Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
The Watermark at Cherry Hills
AL
MC
Albuquerque (Jade Park)
131
Facility 131
NM AVG 59
Rank #11 / 101
Yes
42
Facility 42
NM AVG 46
Rank #83 / 151
1 Bed / 2 Bed
77.1%
Facility 77.1%
NM AVG 78.9%
Rank #45 / 70
A+Brooke KohmanShp Vi Albuquerque LLC13
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 4
Rank #29 / 82
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 5.3
Rank #14 / 82
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 30
Rank #9 / 82
0.3
Facility 0.3
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #3 / 82
Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque
AL
IL
MC
Nw Albuquerque
115
Facility 115
NM AVG 59
Rank #12 / 101
No----Zachary RaelAtivo Albuquerque LLC-----
MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque
AL
MC
RC
Albuquerque
85
Facility 85
NM AVG 59
Rank #28 / 101
Yes
56
Facility 56
NM AVG 46
Rank #57 / 151
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
NM AVG 78.9%
Rank #34 / 70
A+Efren GallardoMs. Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC11
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 4
Rank #46 / 82
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 5.3
Rank #41 / 82
7
Facility 7
NM AVG 30
Rank #16 / 82
0.6
Facility 0.6
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #10 / 82
The Montebello Academy
AL
IL
Albuquerque (Academy Road Northeast)
48
Facility 48
NM AVG 59
Rank #41 / 101
Yes
17
Facility 17
NM AVG 46
Rank #126 / 151
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
70.8%
Facility 70.8%
NM AVG 78.9%
Rank #54 / 70
A+Amy DimasSnh Nm Tenant LLC9
1
Facility 1
NM AVG 4
Rank #13 / 82
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 5.3
Rank #14 / 82
6
Facility 6
NM AVG 30
Rank #13 / 82
0.7
Facility 0.7
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #13 / 82
BeeHive Homes of Volcano Cliffs
AL
MC
RC
Nw Albuquerque (Taylor Ranch)
15
Facility 15
NM AVG 59
Rank #66 / 101
Yes
24
Facility 24
NM AVG 46
Rank #115 / 151
Private / Shared Rooms
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NM AVG 78.9%
Rank #1 / 70
A+Evie NottinghamWe Three Bees LLC10
1
Facility 1
NM AVG 4
Rank #13 / 82
3
Facility 3
NM AVG 5.3
Rank #31 / 82
17
Facility 17
NM AVG 30
Rank #37 / 82
1.7
Facility 1.7
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #26 / 82

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every NM community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Mexico

Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque is located in NW Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New Mexico.

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Centennial Care Community Benefit

NM Medicaid Centennial Care

Age 65+ or disabled
General New Mexico resident, Medicaid- eligible, long-term care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
NM

Managed care model; rural outreach efforts.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Medical services

New Mexico Caregiver Support Program

NM NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General New Mexico resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
NM

Limited slots; rural focus due to sparse population.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

New Mexico PACE (e.g., InnovAge New Mexico PACE)

Age 55+
General NM resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
NM

Available in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia Counties via InnovAge.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

New Mexico Older Americans Act Services

Age 60+
General NM resident (or spouse of any age); no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; sliding scale fees may apply for some services.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NM

Two AAAs (Albuquerque vs. Non-Metro); services vary by region.

Benefits
Meals (home-delivered or group, ~$5-$7/meal value) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (5 days/year) Adult day care ($50/day)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Mexico Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NM resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits None in NM unique among states
NM

No asset test; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

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

New Mexico VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NM resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NM

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Property Tax Rebate for Seniors

New Mexico Property Tax Rebate

Age 65+
General NM resident, homeowner or renter, paid property taxes.
Income Limits (2025) ~$36,000/year individual, projected
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NM

Rebate up to $250-$500; annual application required.

Benefits
Tax rebate (~$250-$500/year) to offset housing costs

Frequently Asked Questions about Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque

Who is the owner of Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque?

Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque is legally operated by Ativo Albuquerque LLC, and administered by Zachary Rael.

Does Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque on this page.

Are pets allowed at Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque?

No, Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque?

The team at Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque can be reached at buildingservices@ativoabq.com.

Who is the administrator of Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque?

Zachary Rael is the administrator of Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque.

How many beds does Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque have?

Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque has 115 beds.

How much does Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque cost per month?

Pricing at Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque starts at $4,250 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

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