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The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community
Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community provides three distinct tiers of care, independent living, assisted living, and memory care, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Independent living caters to residents wanting a private home alongside community amenities, while assisted living supplies help with daily routines like medication setup, bathing, and dressing. The memory care division offers extra supervision inside a secured layout to ensure safety. Featuring 80 total beds, the property allows residents to transition to higher levels of support right on campus as personal requirements change.
Santa Fe Mc manages the daily environment under administrator Edgar Ortiz. Amenities include fitness facilities, an on-site salon and spa, and daily dining at Garbo’s Restaurant, where an executive chef designs the meals. Scheduled transportation simplifies trips around town, and pet-friendly policies enable residents to bring their domestic pets along.
Interested individuals evaluating long-term options in Santa Fe can reach out to Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community to schedule a tour or learn more about available apartments.
Community insights.
Based on 37 residents and 80 beds. Source: state inspection report (Jun 2025)
About this community
The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community is administered by Edgar Ortiz.
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 10 deficiencies 2 inspections
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 2024 vs. New Mexico state average• Deficiencies per inspection (25% above) 1 Better Metrics better than New Mexico average:
• Total deficiencies (71% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NM Average | vs. NM Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 10 | 35.0 | This facility has 71% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (10 vs. NM avg 35).↓ 71% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 5.0 | 4.0 | This facility has 25% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (5 vs. NM avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | NM Average | vs. NM Avg |
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Total inspections
| 2 | 11.0 | This facility has had 82% fewer total inspections than the New Mexico average (2 vs. NM avg 11). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 82% fewer |
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7.0 miles from city center
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
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.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Kingston Residences of Santa Fe | AL IL MC RC | Santa Fe | 105
Facility
105
NM AVG
48
Rank
#9 / 92 | Yes |
34
Facility
34
NM AVG
40
Rank
#56 / 99 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
97.1%
Facility
97.1%
NM AVG
81.8%
Rank
#17 / 68 | A+ | Sandria Allen | Kingston Healthcare Company | 35 | 16
Facility
16
NM AVG
4
Rank
#73 / 74 | 18
Facility
18
NM AVG
5
Rank
#72 / 74 | 112
Facility
112
NM AVG
30
Rank
#73 / 74 | 3.2
Facility
3.2
NM AVG
2.7
Rank
#55 / 74 |
| MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Santa Fe | AL IL MC RC | Santa Fe | 103
Facility
103
NM AVG
48
Rank
#11 / 92 | Yes |
65
Facility
65
NM AVG
40
Rank
#17 / 99 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
88.3%
Facility
88.3%
NM AVG
81.8%
Rank
#27 / 68 | A+ | Ashley J. Martinez | Pacheco Senior Care LLC | 12 | 4
Facility
4
NM AVG
4
Rank
#43 / 74 | 5
Facility
5
NM AVG
5
Rank
#47 / 74 | 22
Facility
22
NM AVG
30
Rank
#45 / 74 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
NM AVG
2.7
Rank
#30 / 74 |
| The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community | AL IL MC | Santa Fe | 80
Facility
80
NM AVG
48
Rank
#24 / 92 | Yes | - | - |
46.3%
Facility
46.3%
NM AVG
81.8%
Rank
#66 / 68 | - | Edgar Ortiz | Santa Fe Mc, LLC | 2 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
4
Rank
#27 / 74 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
5
Rank
#13 / 74 | 10
Facility
10
NM AVG
30
Rank
#22 / 74 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
NM AVG
2.7
Rank
#67 / 74 |
| Brookdale Santa Fe | AL CCRC IL MC NH SNF | Santa Fe | 76
Facility
76
NM AVG
48
Rank
#25 / 92 | Yes |
76
Facility
76
NM AVG
40
Rank
#9 / 99 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
52.6%
Facility
52.6%
NM AVG
81.8%
Rank
#63 / 68 | A+ | Pamela C. Plaza | - | 20 | 6
Facility
6
NM AVG
4
Rank
#60 / 74 | 7
Facility
7
NM AVG
5
Rank
#55 / 74 | 44
Facility
44
NM AVG
30
Rank
#61 / 74 | 2.2
Facility
2.2
NM AVG
2.7
Rank
#38 / 74 |
| Sierra Vista Retirement Community | AL HC MC PC | Santa Fe | 24
Facility
24
NM AVG
48
Rank
#49 / 92 | Yes |
17
Facility
17
NM AVG
40
Rank
#78 / 99 | - |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
NM AVG
81.8%
Rank
#1 / 68 | A+ | Caroline Andrade | Vista Living Communities | 12 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
4
Rank
#27 / 74 | 5
Facility
5
NM AVG
5
Rank
#47 / 74 | 28
Facility
28
NM AVG
30
Rank
#49 / 74 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
NM AVG
2.7
Rank
#39 / 74 |
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Mexico
The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New Mexico.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community
Who is the owner of The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community?
The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community is legally operated by Santa Fe Mc, LLC, and administered by Edgar Ortiz.
What is the occupancy rate at The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community?
The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community's occupancy is 46.3%.
Are pets allowed at The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community?
Yes, The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community?
The team at The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community can be reached at info@montecitosantafe.com.
Who is the administrator of The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community?
Edgar Ortiz is the administrator of The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community.
How many beds does The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community have?
The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community has 80 beds.
Has The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community had any deficiencies?
The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community has had 10 reported deficiencies according to records from New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA).
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