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Palmilla Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Albuquerque, NM
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Palmilla Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Albuquerque, NM
10301 Golf Course Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM 87114 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Palmilla Senior Living

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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.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 95 Rank #42 / 141Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 42nd 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.
10 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #131 / 186Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 131st 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.
31 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #63 / 106Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 63rd 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.
79% This home usually has availability
Similar to the New Mexico average: 78.9%
Occupied beds
75 / 95

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationAugust 31, 2026 Expires in 13 days
CountyBernalillo

Ownership & Operating Entity

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.

Leadership

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

Contact Information

Email ewisneski@spectrumretirement.com
Fax(505) 899-1453

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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 2013 · 13 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 9 deficiencies 10 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 2013 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 (74% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (77% 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. 935 This facility has 74% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (9 vs. NM avg 35).↓ 74% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.93.98 This facility has 77% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (0.9 vs. NM avg 3.98).↓ 77% 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. 1011 This facility has had 9% fewer total inspections than the New Mexico average (10 vs. NM avg 11). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 9% fewer
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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 8.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Albuquerque's city center to Palmilla Senior Living'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
Palmilla Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Albuquerque (Cottonwood Heights)
95
Facility 95
NM AVG 68
Rank #42 / 141
Yes
31
Facility 31
NM AVG 48
Rank #131 / 186
Studio / 1 Bed
78.9%
Facility 78.9%
NM AVG 78.1%
Rank #63 / 106
-Elizabeth WisneskiChp Albuquerque Nm Tenant Corp10
1
Facility 1
NM AVG 4
Rank #13 / 82
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 5.3
Rank #14 / 82
9
Facility 9
NM AVG 30
Rank #21 / 82
0.9
Facility 0.9
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #17 / 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
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

Palmilla Senior Living 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).
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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 Palmilla Senior Living

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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