Avista Senior Living Albuquerque
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Albuquerque, NM

Avista Senior Living Albuquerque

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Albuquerque, NM

Overview of Avista Senior Living Albuquerque

Specializing in memory care, Avista Senior Living Albuquerque set in the scenic Juan Tabo Boulevard NE, Albuquerque, NM, strives to help seniors with memory-related needs. Various-sized private and companion suites await seniors as they transition into the community. A team of compassionate and specially trained dementia care professionals provides top-tier care and assistance for seniors to flourish and lead meaningful lives.

To ensure residents remain happy and well-engaged with their surroundings, the community conducts social activities and fun wellness programs, fostering a warm and welcoming environment. Avista Senior Living Albuquerque prioritizes seniors’ and their loved ones’ convenience by offering home health and hospice coordination. Delight with restaurant-style dining and enjoy delicious and healthy meals to meet dietary needs and preferences. Avista Senior Living Albuquerque is ideal for seniors in need of extra care and support while aiming to maximize their freedom.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 54 Rank #32 / 92Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 32nd out of 92 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #18 / 32Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 18th out of 32 assisted living communities we track in New Mexico for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other New Mexico facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
16 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #29 / 99Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 29th out of 99 assisted living communities we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
56 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #62 / 68Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 62nd out of 68 assisted living communities we track in New Mexico for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Mexico average, with its Statewide rank out of 68. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
55.6% This home usually has availability
Lower than the New Mexico average: 81.8%
Occupied beds
30 / 54
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

Awards

Bronze Award from AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Program

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
CountyBernalillo

Ownership & Operating Entity

Avista Senior Living Albuquerque is legally operated by Avista Abq, LLC.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Secured Perimeter
Grab Bars
Emergency SystemsEmergency alert in bedroom and bathroom.
Safety Features24-hour care staff, ongoing staff dementia training.

Leadership

ContactOlivia Romero (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(505) 291-4493

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining
Wellness Center
Fitness Center
Salon
Transportation
Courtyard
Cable Tv
Housekeeping
Laundry
Emergency Call System
Individual Room Thermostat Control
Activities
Touring HoursMonday-Sunday: 9am-5pm

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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 2024 · 2 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.
1 deficiency 1 inspection

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 2024 vs. New Mexico state average
Overall vs. NM average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than New Mexico average:
• Total deficiencies (97% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (75% 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. 135.0 This facility has 97% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (1 vs. NM avg 35).↓ 97% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.04.0 This facility has 75% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (1 vs. NM avg 4).↓ 75% 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. 111.0 This facility has had 91% fewer total inspections than the New Mexico average (1 vs. NM avg 11). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 91% fewer

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private Suite / Companion Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Avista Senior Living Albuquerque

Small Private Suite
Private Suite with Shared Bath
Mid-Size Private Suite
Companion Suite
Large Private Suite

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Address 8.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Albuquerque's city center to Avista Senior Living 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 48
Rank #6 / 92
Yes
42
Facility 42
NM AVG 40
Rank #46 / 99
1 Bed / 2 Bed
77.1%
Facility 77.1%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #47 / 68
A+Brooke KohmanShp Vi Albuquerque LLC13
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 4
Rank #27 / 74
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 5
Rank #13 / 74
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 30
Rank #9 / 74
0.3
Facility 0.3
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #3 / 74
Palmilla Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Albuquerque (Cottonwood Heights)
95
Facility 95
NM AVG 48
Rank #16 / 92
Yes
31
Facility 31
NM AVG 40
Rank #58 / 99
Studio / 1 Bed
78.9%
Facility 78.9%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #44 / 68
-Elizabeth WisneskiChp Albuquerque Nm Tenant Corp10
1
Facility 1
NM AVG 4
Rank #12 / 74
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 5
Rank #13 / 74
9
Facility 9
NM AVG 30
Rank #20 / 74
0.9
Facility 0.9
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #17 / 74
MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque
AL
MC
RC
Albuquerque
85
Facility 85
NM AVG 48
Rank #21 / 92
Yes
56
Facility 56
NM AVG 40
Rank #29 / 99
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #39 / 68
A+Efren GallardoMs. Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC11
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 4
Rank #43 / 74
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 5
Rank #39 / 74
7
Facility 7
NM AVG 30
Rank #15 / 74
0.6
Facility 0.6
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #10 / 74
Avista Senior Living Albuquerque
AL
MC
Albuquerque (Eldorado Heights)
54
Facility 54
NM AVG 48
Rank #32 / 92
No
56
Facility 56
NM AVG 40
Rank #29 / 99
Private Suite / Companion Suite
55.6%
Facility 55.6%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #62 / 68
A+Olivia RomeroAvista Abq, LLC1
0
Facility 0
NM AVG 4
Rank #1 / 74
1
Facility 1
NM AVG 5
Rank #2 / 74
1
Facility 1
NM AVG 30
Rank #2 / 74
1.0
Facility 1.0
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #19 / 74
The Montebello Academy
AL
IL
Albuquerque (Academy Road Northeast)
48
Facility 48
NM AVG 48
Rank #34 / 92
Yes
17
Facility 17
NM AVG 40
Rank #78 / 99
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
70.8%
Facility 70.8%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #55 / 68
A+Amy DimasSnh Nm Tenant LLC9
1
Facility 1
NM AVG 4
Rank #12 / 74
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 5
Rank #13 / 74
6
Facility 6
NM AVG 30
Rank #12 / 74
0.7
Facility 0.7
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #13 / 74

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Mexico

Avista Senior Living Albuquerque is located in 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 Avista Senior Living Albuquerque

What neighborhood is Avista Senior Living Albuquerque in?

Avista Senior Living Albuquerque is in the Eldorado Heights neighborhood of Albuquerque.

Who is the owner of Avista Senior Living Albuquerque?

Avista Senior Living Albuquerque is legally operated by Avista Abq, LLC.

Is Avista Senior Living Albuquerque in a walkable area?

Avista Senior Living Albuquerque has a walk score of 56. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Avista Senior Living Albuquerque?

Avista Senior Living Albuquerque's occupancy is 55.6%.

How long has Avista Senior Living Albuquerque been in business?

Avista Senior Living Albuquerque has been operating for approximately 16 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Avista Senior Living Albuquerque have different floorplan options?

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

Are pets allowed at Avista Senior Living Albuquerque?

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

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