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Casita Senior Living

9846 Academy St Nw, Albuquerque, NM 87114 View map
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Overview of Casita Senior Living

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Settled in the peaceful community of Albuquerque, NM, Casita Senior Living is a classic senior living community that offers assisted living. The community offers spacious private bedrooms with access to large dining areas and living areas. Residents live independently with access to support such as 24-hour personal care. Offering customized care plans, the community makes sure that residents’ needs are thoroughly met.

Committed to providing the highest level of care while encouraging residents to enjoy an independent life, the community conducts an array of daily exercises, activities, & games. Residents find plenty of opportunities for relaxation and leisure with amenities such as beautician services, massage services, beautifully landscaped backyards and a covered table with seating for outdoor gatherings and activities. Nutritious, home cooked meals are provided to save residents from the hassles of preparing meals.

Facility Direct Line (505) 433-3056
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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #79 / 151Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 79th out of 151 homes 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 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.
44 / 100

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesAll doors require a code to enter or exit.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Activities
Nutritious Home Cooked Meals
Activities
Specific Programs24-hour Personal Assistance with Activities of Daily Living, Medication Management and Administration, Beautician Services, Massage Services, Spiritual Services
Operating Hours24/7

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Managed by Monica Lovato

MSN, RN Administrator & Co-Founder

Monica Lovato serves as the Administrator and Co-Founder of Casita Senior Living. With a background as an MSN and RN, she leads the community with professional expertise and dedication, ensuring high-quality care and a warm environment for residents.

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Address 7.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Albuquerque's city center to Casita Senior Living'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
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
Casita Senior Living
AL
Albuquerque (Paradise Hills Civic)-No
44
Facility 44
NM AVG 46
Rank #79 / 151
Private Rooms--Monica Lovato------

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Mexico

Casita Senior Living 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 Casita Senior Living

What neighborhood is Casita Senior Living in?

Casita Senior Living is in the Paradise Hills Civic neighborhood of Albuquerque.

Is Casita Senior Living in a walkable area?

Casita Senior Living has a walk score of 44. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at Casita Senior Living?

No, Casita Senior Living has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Casita Senior Living?

Yes — there are 11 photos of Casita Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Casita Senior Living provide?

Casita Senior Living offers Assisted Living.

What is the address of Casita Senior Living?

Casita Senior Living is located at 9846 Academy St Nw, Albuquerque, NM 87114.

What is the phone number of Casita Senior Living?

(505) 433-3056 will put you in contact with the team at Casita Senior Living.

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