Enchanted Living of New Mexico
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Albuquerque, NM

Enchanted Living of New Mexico

Assisted Living & Respite Care · Albuquerque, NM

Overview of Enchanted Living of New Mexico

Enchanted Living of New Mexico, located in Albuquerque, NM, is a senior living community offering assisted living services and amenities to its residents. This senior living community provides quality care that is available for both long-term or short-term stay. This includes 24/7 security with an emergency call system, medication management and administration assistance, as well as assistance with daily living activities such as continence care, bathing and dressing.

Additionally, their residents are provided with well balanced meals served daily and snacks that are available throughout the day. They also offer hair and nail services, daily housekeeping and laundry, as well as transportation coordination as added conveniences.

Bed community size
10-bed community Rank #133 / 144Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 133rd 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 smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
11 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 11 / 100 Rank #168 / 207Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 168th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
80%
Rank #54 / 108Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th out of 108 homes in New Mexico for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Mexico average, with its Statewide rank out of 108. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Similar to the New Mexico average: 78.9%
Occupied beds
8 / 10
Average occupied beds in New Mexico homes 82 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationAugust 31, 2026
CountyBernalillo

Ownership & Operating Entity

Enchanted Living of New Mexico is legally operated by Enchanted Living Of New Mexico, and administered by Danielle Dacosta.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency Systems24/7 Security with automatic emergency call system (ADT).
Safety Features24-hour fire monitoring system.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactDanielle Dacosta (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Contact Information

Fax(505) 213-0322

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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 2018 · 8 years of data 16 deficiencies

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 2018 vs. New Mexico state average
Overall vs. NM average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than New Mexico average:
• Total deficiencies (47% 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. 1630 This facility has 47% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (16 vs. NM avg 30).↓ 47% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • November 15, 2023 inspection cited four deficiencies in kitchen sanitation, building maintenance, window screens, and fire drills, all with documented corrective actions and no complaint deficiencies.
  • Complaint investigation on November 15, 2023 found no deficiencies related to the complaint, but fire drills were missing monthly from January through October 2023.
  • Original licensing survey on July 31, 2018 found 12 deficiencies including staff training, medication administration, fire safety, and resident records, indicating significant compliance failures at that time.

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Beauty Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

Places of interest near Enchanted Living of New Mexico

Address 9.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Albuquerque's city center to Enchanted Living of New Mexico's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.64 miles to nearest hospital (Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Enchanted Living of New Mexico

What neighborhood is Enchanted Living of New Mexico in?

Enchanted Living of New Mexico is in the John B. Robert neighborhood of Albuquerque.

Is Enchanted Living of New Mexico in a walkable area?

Enchanted Living of New Mexico has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

When does Enchanted Living of New Mexico's license expire?

According to NM state health department records, Enchanted Living of New Mexico's license expires on August 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Enchanted Living of New Mexico?

Enchanted Living of New Mexico's occupancy is 80%.

How long has Enchanted Living of New Mexico been in business?

Enchanted Living of New Mexico has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Enchanted Living of New Mexico?

No, Enchanted Living of New Mexico has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Enchanted Living of New Mexico?

Danielle Dacosta is the administrator of Enchanted Living of New Mexico.

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