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Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Albuquerque, NM
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Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Albuquerque, NM
7500 Oakland Ave Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87113 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres

Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres is an assisted living community located in Albuquerque, NM. It offers a variety of services including assisted living, Alzheimer's and dementia care, and respite care. The facility features private and semi-private rooms, outdoor spaces, and transportation services.
Facility Direct Line (505) 831-6250
Facility Direct Line (505) 831-6250
Bed community size
31-bed community Rank #97 / 148Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 97th out of 148 homes in New Mexico. 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.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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 18 / 100 Rank #154 / 208Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 154th out of 208 homes in New Mexico. 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.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.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
81%
Rank #61 / 121Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 121 homes in New Mexico. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Mexico average, with its Statewide rank out of 121. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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
25 / 31
Average occupied beds in New Mexico homes 82 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
ExpirationFebruary 28, 2026 Expired
CountyBernalillo

Ownership & Operating Entity

Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres is administered by Carol Lynn Montoya.

Owner NameA Meaningful Day, Inc

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Alzheimer's Care

Contact Information

Email carolh@expressionsoflifeinc.com
Fax(505) 831-6254

Amenities & Lifestyle

Semi-Private Rooms
Economy Room
Salon Services
Outdoor Spaces
Transportation Services
Specific ProgramsAlzheimer's Caregivers, Dementia Caregivers, Enhanced – All Inclusive Assisted Living, Veteran Services, Community Medicaid Benefits

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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 2016 · 10 years of data 22 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 2016 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 (27% below)
• Deficiencies per year (27% below)
Latest Inspection February 7, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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. 2230 This facility has 27% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (22 vs. NM avg 30).↓ 27% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2016. 2.23 This facility has 27% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (2.2 vs. NM avg 3).↓ 27% better

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

  • February 7, 2025 complaint survey found two deficiencies including failure to submit a follow-up report within five days and failure to coordinate hospice care for a resident refusing medication.
  • May 23, 2019 complaint investigation substantiated deficiencies for failure to timely report abuse and financial exploitation and failure to protect residents from staff financial abuse.
  • Most recent prior inspections from 2017 to 2020 showed no deficiencies or cleared follow-ups, including multiple offsite COVID-19 infection control reviews with no citations.
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Address 8.1 miles from city center Info 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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The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.

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1 Bed / 2 Bed
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54
Facility 54
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Private Suite / Companion Suite
55.6%
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NM AVG 80.7%
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Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres
AL
MC
Albuquerque
31
Facility 31
NM AVG 69
Rank #97 / 148
No
18
Facility 18
NM AVG 43
Rank #154 / 208
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Facility 80.6%
NM AVG 80.7%
Rank #43 / 85
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4
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15
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NM AVG 43
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Private Rooms
86.7%
Facility 86.7%
NM AVG 80.7%
Rank #35 / 85
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2
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NM AVG 69
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Private / Shared Rooms
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NM AVG 80.7%
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NM AVG 30
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1.7
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NM AVG 2.7
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Mexico

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.

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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 Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres

Who is the owner of Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres?

Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres is legally operated by A Meaningful Day, Inc, and administered by Carol Lynn Montoya.

Is Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres in a walkable area?

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.

When does Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres's license expire?

According to NM state health department records, Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres's license expires on February 28, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres?

Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres's occupancy is 81%.

What is the best email address for Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres?

The team at Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres can be reached at carolh@expressionsoflifeinc.com.

Who is the administrator of Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres?

Carol Lynn Montoya is the administrator of Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres.

How many beds does Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres have?

Life Spire Assisted Living of North Albuquerque Acres has 31 beds.

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