Camino Retirement Apartments
A blissful senior living community located in Lomas, North East Albuquerque, NM, Camino Retirement Apartments offers independent living and assisted living. With its spacious and well-designed floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments, the community provides a retirement like no other. Providing care since 1972, Camino Retirement Apartments excels in delivering round-the-clock care and assistance with a dedicated and friendly team.
Camino Retirement Apartments values the independence of its residents, encouraging them to live freely while taking care of their necessities. Catering to its residents’ dietary needs and cravings, the community serves chef-prepared healthy and delightful meals three times daily with snacks in between. With a warm and welcoming environment, the community includes wonderful amenities that keep the seniors active and engaged.
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About this community
Occupancy
Camino Retirement Apartments is legally operated by Quilted Care Ltd., and administered by Mr. Charles Patterson.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
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 2008 vs. New Mexico state average• Total deficiencies (33% above)
• Deficiencies per year (29% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NM Average | vs. NM Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 40 | 30 | This facility has 33% more total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (40 vs. NM avg 30).↑ 33% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 2.2 | 1.7 | This facility has 29% more deficiencies per year than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (2.2 vs. NM avg 1.7).↑ 29% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- July 30, 2025 complaint survey found two deficiencies for hazardous chemical storage near gas boilers and unsafe, damaged boiler room flooring creating fire and trip hazards.
- September 5, 2024 complaint investigation cited four deficiencies including a medication error causing moderate harm requiring emergency room treatment and failures in resident rights and medication documentation.
- April 15, 2020 offsite Covid-19 infection prevention survey found no deficiencies.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
CJ Patterson has served as Executive Director of Camino Retirement Apartments for the past 12 years and has been with the community for nearly 20 years. He is deeply committed to the residents and their families, taking great pride in supporting them. CJ’s extensive experience working in every department and living on-site reflects his dedication to fostering a warm, thriving community.
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The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.
| Camino Retirement Apartments | AL IL | Albuquerque (Monterey Manor) | 105
Facility
105
NM AVG
69
Rank
#32 / 148 | No |
80
Facility
80
NM AVG
43
Rank
#9 / 208 | - |
90.5%
Facility
90.5%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#36 / 115 | A+ | Mr. Charles Patterson | Quilted Care Ltd | 17 | 7
Facility
7
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#96 / 114 | 7
Facility
7
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#70 / 114 | 40
Facility
40
NM AVG
30
Rank
#75 / 114 | 2.4
Facility
2.4
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#43 / 114 |
| Brookdale Valencia | AL IL | Albuquerque (South San Pedro) | 100
Facility
100
NM AVG
69
Rank
#40 / 148 | Yes |
79
Facility
79
NM AVG
43
Rank
#13 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ | Candace Guerrero | Blc Albuquerque-Gc, LLC | - | - | - | - | - |
| MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque | AL NH MC RC | Albuquerque (Countrywood Area) | 85
Facility
85
NM AVG
69
Rank
#55 / 148 | Yes |
56
Facility
56
NM AVG
43
Rank
#79 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
80.0%
Facility
80.0%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#60 / 115 | A+ | Efren Gallardo | Ms. Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC | 11 | 4
Facility
4
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#58 / 114 | 4
Facility
4
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#43 / 114 | 7
Facility
7
NM AVG
30
Rank
#16 / 114 | 0.6
Facility
0.6
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#10 / 114 |
| MorningStar Assisted Living – Albuquerque | AL | Albuquerque (Countrywood Area) | 85
Facility
85
NM AVG
69
Rank
#55 / 148 | No |
56
Facility
56
NM AVG
43
Rank
#79 / 208 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ | Efren Gallardo | Ms. Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC | - | - | - | - | - |
| Amaran Senior Living | AL MC | Albuquerque (North Albuquerque Acres) | 82
Facility
82
NM AVG
69
Rank
#57 / 148 | No |
55
Facility
55
NM AVG
43
Rank
#85 / 208 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
90.2%
Facility
90.2%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#37 / 115 | A+ | Shellie Sims | Hira LLC | 4 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#33 / 114 | 3
Facility
3
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#31 / 114 | 16
Facility
16
NM AVG
30
Rank
#36 / 114 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#69 / 114 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Camino Retirement Apartments
What neighborhood is Camino Retirement Apartments in?
Camino Retirement Apartments is in the Monterey Manor neighborhood of Albuquerque.
Who is the owner of Camino Retirement Apartments?
Camino Retirement Apartments is legally operated by Quilted Care Ltd., and administered by Mr. Charles Patterson.
Is Camino Retirement Apartments in a walkable area?
Camino Retirement Apartments has a walk score of 80. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
When does Camino Retirement Apartments's license expire?
According to NM state health department records, Camino Retirement Apartments's license expires on November 30, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Camino Retirement Apartments?
Camino Retirement Apartments's occupancy is 90%.
What is the best email address for Camino Retirement Apartments?
The team at Camino Retirement Apartments can be reached at JP@caminoretirement.com.
Who is the administrator of Camino Retirement Apartments?
Mr. Charles Patterson is the administrator of Camino Retirement Apartments.
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