Palmilla Senior Living

Q: What neighborhood is Palmilla Senior Living in?

Palmilla Senior Living is in the Cottonwood Heights neighborhood of Albuquerque.

Q: Is Palmilla Senior Living in a walkable area?

Palmilla Senior Living has a walk score of 31. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: When does Palmilla Senior Living's license expire?

According to NM state health department records, Palmilla Senior Living's license expires on August 31, 2026.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Palmilla Senior Living?

Palmilla Senior Living's occupancy is 79%.

Q: How long has Palmilla Senior Living been in business?

Palmilla Senior Living has been operating for approximately 10 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Q: Are pets allowed at Palmilla Senior Living?

Yes, Palmilla Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Overview of Palmilla Senior Living

Operated by Chp Albuquerque Nm Tenant Corp, Palmilla Senior Living is an assisted living community on Golf Course Road in northwest Albuquerque. The community houses 95 occupants in a three-story building with studio and one-bedroom floor plans. At 79 percent occupancy, Palmilla maintains 75 residents in a moderately stable population. The neighborhood scores 31 for walkability, meaning transportation is required for most errands and appointments, a factor for families with visiting schedules that depend on driving.

Operating for a decade, the home provides continuity in the Albuquerque assisted living landscape. With its location on a golf course setting and moderate occupancy levels, the home may offer a calmer residential atmosphere versus full communities, which can attract families wanting a smaller-scale environment.

A mixed history is shown by state inspection records. A 2023 inspection identified areas needing attention: staff training in specialized care areas, documentation practices, and food safety management. Earlier surveys and complaint investigations have generally been resolved without sustained findings, mirroring efforts to tackle identified concerns over time.

Interested occupants and their families must plan an in-person visit to see the available floor plans, understand the daily activities and meal services, and learn more about the specific support offered for their care needs.

Facility Direct Line (505) 926-7448

95-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

10 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 31 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

79%

Similar to the New Mexico average: 78.9%

Occupied beds

75 / 95

Average occupied beds in New Mexico homes 82 beds

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusActive

ExpirationAugust 31, 2026

CountyBernalillo

Palmilla Senior Living is legally operated by Chp Albuquerque Nm Tenant Corp., and administered by Elizabeth Wisneski.

Staffing

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

ContactElizabeth Wisneski (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

No Alzheimer's certification

Email ewisneski@spectrumretirement.com

Fax(505) 899-1453

Since 2013 · 13 years of data 9 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard 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 2013 vs. New Mexico state average

Overall vs. NM average

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	NM Average	vs. NM Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	9	30	This facility has 70% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (9 vs. NM avg 30).↓ 70% better

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

December 12, 2023 inspection found six deficiencies including untrained staff in wound care, outdated individual service plans, late incident reporting, resident rights violations, poor nutrition, and food safety failures.
No deficiencies were cited in all Covid-19 related surveys from March through August 2020, and a 2020 complaint investigation was unsubstantiated without deficiencies.
Prior 2014 inspection cited three deficiencies for missing staff training, incomplete criminal history screening, and failure to check the Employee Abuse Registry.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

8.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Albuquerque's city center to Palmilla Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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).

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

Rebate up to $250-$500; annual application required.

Benefits

Tax rebate (~$250-$500/year) to offset housing costs

What neighborhood is Palmilla Senior Living in?

Palmilla Senior Living is in the Cottonwood Heights neighborhood of Albuquerque.

Who is the owner of Palmilla Senior Living?

Palmilla Senior Living is legally operated by Chp Albuquerque Nm Tenant Corp., and administered by Elizabeth Wisneski.

Is Palmilla Senior Living in a walkable area?

Palmilla Senior Living has a walk score of 31. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

When does Palmilla Senior Living's license expire?

According to NM state health department records, Palmilla Senior Living's license expires on August 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Palmilla Senior Living?

Palmilla Senior Living's occupancy is 79%.

How long has Palmilla Senior Living been in business?

Palmilla Senior Living has been operating for approximately 10 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Palmilla Senior Living?

Yes, Palmilla Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

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