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Best Assisted Living in New Mexico

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026
We analyzed 199 homes in New Mexico

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and New Mexico Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.

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Amaran Senior Living
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Albuquerque (North Albuquerque Acres)
82
Facility 82
NM AVG 104
Rank #58 / 149
No
55
Facility 55
NM AVG 49
Rank #85 / 209
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 90.2% A+Shellie SimsHira LLC423164.0
MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Albuquerque (Countrywood Area)
85
Facility 85
NM AVG 104
Rank #56 / 149
Yes
56
Facility 56
NM AVG 49
Rank #79 / 209
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 80.0% A+Efren GallardoMs Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC114470.6
MorningStar Assisted Living – Albuquerque
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Albuquerque (Countrywood Area)
85
Facility 85
NM AVG 104
Rank #56 / 149
No
56
Facility 56
NM AVG 49
Rank #79 / 209
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+Efren GallardoMs Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC-----
Palmilla Senior Living
RH

Retirement Home

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Albuquerque (Cottonwood Heights)
95
Facility 95
NM AVG 104
Rank #47 / 149
No
31
Facility 31
NM AVG 49
Rank #132 / 209
Studio / 1 Bed 78.9% A+Elizabeth WisneskiChp Albuquerque Nm Tenant Corp.101290.9
MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Rio Rancho (Golf Course Corridor)
94
Facility 94
NM AVG 104
Rank #48 / 149
Yes
16
Facility 16
NM AVG 49
Rank #164 / 209
Suite--Patricia FarisAg-Cd Rio Rancho Owner, LLC-----
Las Soleras Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Santa Fe (Las Soleras Drive)
86
Facility 86
NM AVG 104
Rank #53 / 149
No
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 49
Rank #182 / 209
---Robbi JenningsSanta Fe Operator, LLC11122.0
MorningStar at North Ridge
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Albuquerque (Countrywood Area)
66
Facility 66
NM AVG 104
Rank #67 / 149
No
56
Facility 56
NM AVG 49
Rank #79 / 209
Studio / 1 Bed 71.2% -Morgan O\'RoarkNorth Ridge Management Nm, LLC11133.0
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Santa Fe
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Santa Fe (South Pacheco Street)
103
Facility 103
NM AVG 104
Rank #38 / 149
No
65
Facility 65
NM AVG 49
Rank #53 / 209
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 88.3% A+Ashley J. MartinezPacheco Senior Care LLC1245221.8
Advanced Health Care of Albuquerque
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Albuquerque (Duke City Industrial Area)
47
Facility 47
NM AVG 104
Rank #87 / 149
No
62
Facility 62
NM AVG 49
Rank #66 / 209
- 100.0% -Edwardo RiveraNew Ahc Holdings, LLC6414331191.9
Avamere at Rio Rancho
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Rio Rancho (Corrales Heights)
134
Facility 134
NM AVG 104
Rank #9 / 149
Yes
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 49
Rank #187 / 209
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 80.6% -Bryanne MandelRio Rancho Operations, LLC10810575.7
Kingston Residences of Santa Fe
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Santa Fe (Legacy Court)
105
Facility 105
NM AVG 104
Rank #34 / 149
Yes
34
Facility 34
NM AVG 49
Rank #128 / 209
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 97.1% A+Sandria AllenKingston Healthcare Company3516181123.2
Brookdale Valencia
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Albuquerque (South San Pedro)
100
Facility 100
NM AVG 104
Rank #42 / 149
Yes
79
Facility 79
NM AVG 49
Rank #13 / 209
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+Candace GuerreroBlc Albuquerque-Gc, LLC-----
Avista Senior Living Albuquerque
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Albuquerque (Eldorado Heights)
54
Facility 54
NM AVG 104
Rank #80 / 149
No
56
Facility 56
NM AVG 49
Rank #79 / 209
Private Suite / Companion Suite 55.6% A+Olivia RomeroAvista Abq, LLC1-111.0
The Village at Alameda
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Albuquerque (Wildflower Area)
86
Facility 86
NM AVG 104
Rank #53 / 149
No
29
Facility 29
NM AVG 49
Rank #137 / 209
Studio / 1 Bed 79.1% ARhonda GriegoColonial Oaks At Albuquerque Property Company545183.6
The Watermark at Cherry Hills
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Albuquerque (Jade Park)
131
Facility 131
NM AVG 104
Rank #14 / 149
No
42
Facility 42
NM AVG 49
Rank #112 / 209
1 Bed / 2 Bed 77.1% A+Brooke KohmanShp Vi Albuquerque LLC132240.3
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Overview of Luna Wellness Rehabilitation LLC
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Overview of Las Cruces Village Assisted Living LLC
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Overview of The Aristocrat Assisted Living
Aristocrat Assisted Living is located in Las Cruces, NM. It provides supportive care while encouraging a normal, independent lifestyle for its residents. The community is part of a family-owned business with decades of experience in senior housing and healthcare.

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Overview of Ativo Senior Living of Albuquerque
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Overview of Life Care Center of Farmington
Life Care Center of Farmington is located in Farmington, NM, and offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. The facility provides individualized care plans and a variety of specialized services, including Alzheimer's and dementia care. Residents can enjoy a homelike atmosphere with various amenities and activities.

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Overview of Northgate Unit of Lakeview Christian Home
Northgate Unit of Lakeview Christian Home is a skilled nursing facility located in Carlsbad, NM. It offers a range of services including skilled nursing, long-term care, and assisted living. The facility is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a faith-based environment.

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Overview of Farmington Wellness & Rehabilitation
Farmington Wellness & Rehabilitation provides 24/7 skilled nursing care to residents in Farmington, NM. The facility offers private rooms and a range of rehabilitation services to assist in recovery from surgery, injury, or illness. The team is dedicated to creating a warm and caring environment for both short-term and long-term residents.

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Overview of Cedar Ridge Inn
Cedar Ridge Inn is a skilled nursing facility located in Farmington, New Mexico. It specializes in short-term and long-term senior care services, focusing on personalized rehabilitation and daily comforts. The facility offers a warm and welcoming environment for residents.

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Overview of Casa De Oro Center
Casa De Oro Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Las Cruces, NM. It offers post-hospital, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and respite care services. The center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurances.

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in New Mexico

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in New Mexico?

Assisted living in New Mexico supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New Mexico?

Assisted living in New Mexico is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does New Mexico Medicaid cover assisted living?

New Mexico Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including New Mexico) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 25 assisted living facilities in New Mexico. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in New Mexico?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in New Mexico, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in New Mexico?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.