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MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Albuquerque, NM
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MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Albuquerque, NM
8051 Palomas Ave Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque

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MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque community is dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and inviting setting for senior citizens. The community is meticulously planned to deliver a warm, comfortable, and compassionately home-like ambiance, complete with an array of luxurious amenities and personalized services that meet the distinct preferences and requirements of every resident. The diverse range of lifestyle options, such as independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care, is thoughtfully designed to address the particular physical, emotional, and social necessities of each individual resident with utmost care and attention to detail.

The staff members are dedicated to providing personalized care and attention to each resident, treating them with the utmost respect, dignity, and kindness. From medication management to personal care support, meal preparation, and transportation, the care services offered at MorningStar are designed to ensure that seniors feel safe and comfortable in their new homes. The community also provides wellness programs, fitness classes, and health services to promote residents’ physical and mental well-being, creating an environment that encourages a fulfilling and happy life.

Facility Direct Line (505) 622-3590
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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 85 Rank #52 / 141Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 52nd out of 141 homes we track 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.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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management.
10 years
Walk Score Info Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #79 / 186Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 79th out of 186 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.
56 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #55 / 106Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 55th out of 106 homes we track in New Mexico for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Mexico average, with its Statewide rank out of 106. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
80% This home usually has availability
Similar to the New Mexico average: 78.1%
Occupied beds
68 / 85
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

Awards

2025 Best Memory Care
2025 Bronze Commitment to Quality Award

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
CountyBernalillo
Certifications2025 Best Memory Care, 2025 Bronze Commitment to Quality Award

Ownership & Operating Entity

MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque is legally operated by Ms Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC, and administered by Efren Gallardo.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency Systems24-hour emergency call systems

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactEfren Gallardo (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Does not accept Medicaid
Does not accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Contact Information

Fax(505) 797-8137

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Salon
Spa
Chapel
Dining
Courtyard
Garden
Movie Theater
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
ActivitiesResidents enjoy a full calendar of activities designed to inspire, connect, and entertain, including art, music, seasonal celebrations, and a walking club
Wellness Program
Branded ProgramsLavender Sky
Specific ProgramsLife Enrichment, Dining Experience, Clinical Services

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$5,750 per month

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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 2017 · 9 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 7 deficiencies 11 inspections

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 2017 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 (80% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (85% 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. 735 This facility has 80% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (7 vs. NM avg 35).↓ 80% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.63.98 This facility has 85% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (0.6 vs. NM avg 3.98).↓ 85% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNM Averagevs. NM Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1111 This facility has total inspections in line with the New Mexico average (11 vs. NM avg 11).— At avg
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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque

AL - 1 Bed
1 Bedroom
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AL - 2 Bed
2 bedroom
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MC - Studio
Studio
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1 Bedroom
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Address 8.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Albuquerque's city center to MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque'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 to lowest based on our ranking 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 68
Rank #14 / 141
Yes
42
Facility 42
NM AVG 48
Rank #111 / 186
1 Bed / 2 Bed
77.1%
Facility 77.1%
NM AVG 78.1%
Rank #68 / 106
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 68
Rank #52 / 141
Yes
56
Facility 56
NM AVG 48
Rank #79 / 186
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
NM AVG 78.1%
Rank #55 / 106
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
Avista Senior Living Albuquerque
AL
MC
Albuquerque (Eldorado Heights)
54
Facility 54
NM AVG 68
Rank #75 / 141
No
56
Facility 56
NM AVG 48
Rank #79 / 186
Private Suite / Companion Suite
55.6%
Facility 55.6%
NM AVG 78.1%
Rank #91 / 106
A+Olivia RomeroAvista Abq, LLC1
0
Facility 0
NM AVG 4
Rank #1 / 82
1
Facility 1
NM AVG 5.3
Rank #2 / 82
1
Facility 1
NM AVG 30
Rank #2 / 82
1.0
Facility 1.0
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #19 / 82
The Montebello Academy
AL
IL
Albuquerque (Academy Road Northeast)
48
Facility 48
NM AVG 68
Rank #79 / 141
Yes
17
Facility 17
NM AVG 48
Rank #159 / 186
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
70.8%
Facility 70.8%
NM AVG 78.1%
Rank #79 / 106
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 68
Rank #106 / 141
Yes
24
Facility 24
NM AVG 48
Rank #147 / 186
Private / Shared Rooms
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NM AVG 78.1%
Rank #1 / 106
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
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Mexico

MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque 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 MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque

Who is the owner of MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque?

MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque is legally operated by Ms Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC, and administered by Efren Gallardo.

Is MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque in a walkable area?

MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque has a walk score of 56. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque?

MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque's occupancy is 80%.

How long has MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque been in business?

MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque has been operating for approximately 10 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque on this page.

Are pets allowed at MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque?

Yes, MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque?

Efren Gallardo is the administrator of MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque.

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