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Similar to the New Mexico average: 78.9%Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres is administrated by Carol Lynn Montoya.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NM Average | vs. NM Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 22 | 30 | This facility has 27% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (22 vs. NM avg 30).↓ 27% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2016.
| 2.2 | 3 | This facility has 27% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (2.2 vs. NM avg 3).↓ 27% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
8.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Albuquerque's city center to Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New Mexico.
The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.
| Brookdale Valencia |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | 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 Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Albuquerque (Countrywood Area) | 85
Facility
85
NM AVG
69
Rank
#55 / 148 | Yes |
56
Facility
56
NM AVG
43
Rank
#79 / 208 | - |
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 Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Albuquerque (Countrywood Area) | 85
Facility
85
NM AVG
69
Rank
#55 / 148 | No |
56
Facility
56
NM AVG
43
Rank
#79 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ | Efren Gallardo | Ms Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC | - | - | - | - | - |
| Amaran Senior Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Albuquerque (North Albuquerque Acres) | 82
Facility
82
NM AVG
69
Rank
#57 / 148 | No |
55
Facility
55
NM AVG
43
Rank
#85 / 208 | Studio / 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 |
| Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Albuquerque | 31
Facility
31
NM AVG
69
Rank
#97 / 148 | No |
18
Facility
18
NM AVG
43
Rank
#154 / 208 | - |
80.6%
Facility
80.6%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#57 / 115 | - | Carol Lynn Montoya | - | 13 | 4
Facility
4
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#58 / 114 | 5
Facility
5
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#54 / 114 | 22
Facility
22
NM AVG
30
Rank
#49 / 114 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#26 / 114 |
The legal owner and operator of Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres is A Meaningful Day, Inc.
Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres has a walk score of 18. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to NM state health department records, Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres's license expires on February 28, 2026.
Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres's occupancy is 81%.
The team at Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres can be reached at [email protected].
Carol Lynn Montoya is the administrator of Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres.
Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres has 31 beds.
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