Page 4 of Best Assisted Living in New Mexico

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 114 assisted living communities in NM using NM Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NM
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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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Enchanted Living of New Mexico
AL
RC
Albuquerque
10
Facility 10
NM AVG 48
Rank #81 / 92
No
11
Facility 11
NM AVG 40
Rank #85 / 99
-
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #39 / 68
A+Danielle DacostaEnchanted Living Of New Mexico9
1
Facility 1
NM AVG 4
Rank #12 / 74
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 5
Rank #13 / 74
16
Facility 16
NM AVG 30
Rank #33 / 74
1.8
Facility 1.8
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #30 / 74
Haven Care Dogwood
AL
Rio Rancho
5
Facility 5
NM AVG 48
Rank #89 / 92
No
42
Facility 42
NM AVG 40
Rank #46 / 99
Private Rooms
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #39 / 68
-Dimitra CampbellHaven Senior Holdings, LLC12
1
Facility 1
NM AVG 4
Rank #12 / 74
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 5
Rank #13 / 74
9
Facility 9
NM AVG 30
Rank #20 / 74
0.8
Facility 0.8
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #15 / 74
BeeHive Homes of White Rock
AL
MC
RC
White Rock
15
Facility 15
NM AVG 48
Rank #57 / 92
Yes
39
Facility 39
NM AVG 40
Rank #49 / 99
Private Rooms
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #39 / 68
-Danica O'nealWhite Rock Hive LLC9
1
Facility 1
NM AVG 4
Rank #12 / 74
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 5
Rank #13 / 74
18
Facility 18
NM AVG 30
Rank #37 / 74
2.0
Facility 2.0
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #34 / 74
Fairwinds – Rio Rancho
AL
IL
Rio Rancho (Vista Grande)
76
Facility 76
NM AVG 48
Rank #25 / 92
Yes
11
Facility 11
NM AVG 40
Rank #85 / 99
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #1 / 68
-Doralei Perea-DavisRioav, LLC19
6
Facility 6
NM AVG 4
Rank #60 / 74
9
Facility 9
NM AVG 5
Rank #61 / 74
50
Facility 50
NM AVG 30
Rank #63 / 74
2.6
Facility 2.6
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #44 / 74
Haven Care Birch House
AL
MC
Ne Albuquerque
5
Facility 5
NM AVG 48
Rank #89 / 92
No
47
Facility 47
NM AVG 40
Rank #41 / 99
Private Rooms
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #1 / 68
-Dimitra Campbell-11
0
Facility 0
NM AVG 4
Rank #1 / 74
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 5
Rank #13 / 74
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 30
Rank #9 / 74
0.4
Facility 0.4
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #5 / 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
Casa Bella Assisted Living
AL
MC
Las Cruces
15
Facility 15
NM AVG 48
Rank #57 / 92
No
18
Facility 18
NM AVG 40
Rank #76 / 99
-
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #50 / 68
-Jill ShannonSeb Properties, LLC13
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 4
Rank #43 / 74
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 5
Rank #13 / 74
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 30
Rank #9 / 74
0.3
Facility 0.3
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #3 / 74
Lakeview Christian Home of the Southwest, Inc.
AL
HC
HOS
NH
SNF
Carlsbad
35
Facility 35
NM AVG 48
Rank #42 / 92
No
77
Facility 77
NM AVG 40
Rank #6 / 99
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #1 / 68
-Joanna D. KnoxLakeview Christian Home Of The Southwest, Inc13
3
Facility 3
NM AVG 4
Rank #37 / 74
8
Facility 8
NM AVG 5
Rank #58 / 74
32
Facility 32
NM AVG 30
Rank #54 / 74
2.5
Facility 2.5
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #43 / 74
Heartfelt Manor
AL
MC
Roswell
8
Facility 8
NM AVG 48
Rank #85 / 92
No--
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #1 / 68
A+Ginny MicklevitzHeartfelt Manor Incorporate14
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 4
Rank #27 / 74
5
Facility 5
NM AVG 5
Rank #47 / 74
17
Facility 17
NM AVG 30
Rank #35 / 74
1.2
Facility 1.2
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #20 / 74
BeeHive Homes of Portales
AL
MC
RC
Portales
14
Facility 14
NM AVG 48
Rank #74 / 92
Yes
38
Facility 38
NM AVG 40
Rank #52 / 99
Private / Shared Rooms
78.6%
Facility 78.6%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #45 / 68
-Darlene MarshallBeehive Of Portales, LLC10
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 4
Rank #27 / 74
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 5
Rank #39 / 74
13
Facility 13
NM AVG 30
Rank #27 / 74
1.3
Facility 1.3
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #22 / 74

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other NM assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 114 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Enchanted Living of New Mexico

Enchanted Living of New Mexico, located in Albuquerque, NM, is a senior living community offering assisted living services and amenities to its residents. This senior living community provides quality care that is available for both long-term or short-term stay. This includes 24/7 security with an emergency call system, medication management and administration assistance, as well as assistance with daily living activities such as continence care, bathing and dressing.

Additionally, their residents are provided with well balanced meals served daily and snacks that are available throughout the day. They also offer hair and nail services, daily housekeeping and laundry, as well as transportation coordination as added conveniences.

Contact Enchanted Living of New Mexico

Haven Care Dogwood

4014 St Andrews Dr Se, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Overview of Haven Care Dogwood

Haven Care Dogwood is an assisted living community in Rio Rancho, NM. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while each resident has a private room.

The community has five beds. Its small size gives staff and residents the chance to know each other, which may suit someone who prefers a smaller setting. Each resident has a single personal living space, while the area’s Walk Score of 42 places it in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk. Dimitra Campbell serves as the administrator.

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Overview of BeeHive Homes of White Rock

Peacefully nestled in the serene Pinon Park in Longview Drive, Los Alamos, NM, BeeHive Homes of White Rock is a distinct community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Committed to improving residents’ living experience, the community helps with their daily living activities and other personal needs 24/7. Enjoy your later years doing the things you love with the community handling the housekeeping and laundry.

Here, residents are encouraged to live actively and remain socially engaged with fun programs and stimulating activities. For those with Alzheimer’s and related dementia, the community promotes a stress-free environment for a comfortable retirement. Healthy and delicious meals are also served to meet nutritional requirements and tastes. Live your golden years blissfully while receiving the utmost care you deserve.

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Overview of Fairwinds – Rio Rancho

Located in the heart of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, Fairwinds – Rio Rancho is a premier independent and assisted living community that offers seniors a sense of belonging and comfort. Fairwinds is renowned for providing premium care services within an environment that exudes the ambiance of a luxurious resort, offering residents a retirement experience beyond their dreams.

Ideally situated, this community grants easy access to notable locations, all while providing stunning vistas of the nearby Sandia Mountains. At Fairwinds – Rio Rancho, the commitment is unwavering to nurture an environment where seniors receive professional care and personalized attention tailored to their unique needs. This community empowers residents to live out the retirement they’ve always imagined.

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Haven Care Birch House

5320 Van Christopher Dr Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87111
Overview of Haven Care Birch House

Haven Care Birch House in Albuquerque, NM, is an assisted living community that offers personal care and memory care. The community’s nurturing, home-like setting ensures older adults are comfortable and safe. With home-cooked meals, round-the-clock supervision, and medication assistance, residents can maintain their independence. Residents also receive the utmost attention and care for their unique needs and habits, especially with an exceptional caregiver-to-resident ratio.

Stretching classes, games, and music help enhance residents’ cognition and encourage them to live actively. Residents can also relax and socialize in the spacious outdoors and cozy communal areas. Located in the quiet residential area of Albuquerque, near restaurants, shops, and other amenities, the community ensures residents have quick access to necessities and leisure. This assisted living community has high-quality services, making it a great choice for senior living in New Mexico.

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Overview of Brookdale Santa Fe

Nestled in the heart of Santa Fe, New Mexico, Brookdale Santa Fe is a senior living community that offers beautiful independent living and assisted living residences in a pueblo-style architecture with magnificent mountain views. Residents enjoy a resort-style retirement experience, with staff handling cooking, cleaning, and other household chores. The community provides cozy, pet-friendly apartments with plenty of natural light, as well as planned group outings, social events, and activities. Spacious common areas and an outdoor garden area allow residents to relax and socialize.

For independent living residents, Brookdale Santa Fe offers the freedom to enjoy a vibrant lifestyle without the stress of homeownership. Assisted living residents receive personalized care, including help with daily tasks and medication management, while still maintaining their independence. With a robust activities calendar and a focus on creating memorable dining experiences, Brookdale Santa Fe aims to provide a fulfilling retirement for its residents. The community also has staff available 24/7 to respond to emergencies, ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents.

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Overview of Casa Bella Assisted Living

With a remarkable history spanning over three decades, Casa Bella Assisted Living takes pride in providing seniors with an unparalleled living experience. Nestled in the heart of Las Cruces, New Mexico, this community offers both assisted living and specialized memory care services. Each suite and apartment has been thoughtfully designed to provide a cozy and inviting space for residents to call their own. The dedicated staff members are extensively trained, ensuring that every aspect of care is delivered with expertise and compassion.

From charming indoor gathering areas to beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces, there are ample opportunities for residents to connect, relax, and engage in meaningful interactions. Adding an extra touch of pampering, an on-site beautician is available to help residents look and feel their best. Mealtimes at Casa Bella are a culinary delight, with an emphasis on delicious and nutritious cuisine. From carefully crafted menus to accommodate dietary needs to the warm and inviting dining atmosphere, every meal is a celebration of good taste and fellowship.

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Overview of Lakeview Christian Home of the Southwest

Lakeview Christian Home of the Southwest provides nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, home care, and hospice care in Carlsbad, NM. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication.

Home care supports a person in their residence, while hospice care focuses on comfort and support during end of life care. With 35 beds, the community may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller setting or a faith based environment.

Opened in 1960, Lakeview Christian Home of the Southwest is administered by Joanna D. Knox. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help with eligible long term care, and private pay allows a family to pay directly.

Total nurse staffing is 4h 26m per resident per day, representing the daily nurse time assigned to each resident. The community also provides home health and rehabilitation services, giving people receiving care access to health support and therapy through its service offerings.

A Walk Score of 77 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Contact Lakeview Christian Home of the Southwest, Inc.

Overview of Heartfelt Manor

Heartfelt Manor, located in Roswell, NM, is a senior care provider committed to providing their residents’ special care needs. To ensure this, Heartfelt Manor only employs highly qualified CNAs and medical technicians, as well as nurses and staff medical doctors. As part of their care services, they provide residents with 24/7 care and support, memory care for residents living with Alzheimer’s and dementia, and health and rehabilitation programs that promote overall wellness.

Personal care is also provided as a part of their care services. This includes assistance with daily living activities such as bathing and grooming, meal provisions that caters to special dietary needs. Heartfelt Manor’s care center is also highly secured with an exit prevention system, to prevent residents with memory challenges from wandering off.

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Overview of BeeHive Homes of Portales

BeeHive Homes of Portales is a premiere community in Portales, NM, built to help residents needing assisted living and memory care. Residents here thrive with 24/7 care and supervision from a team of compassionate and dedicated caregivers. The community provides the comfort of maintenance-free accommodations with telephone services, cable TV, and access to public Wi-Fi.

There’s always something interesting to do with a vibrant array of engaging activities, programs, and events available. Healthy and nutritious meals are served daily to help residents stay energized and nourished. With no chores to worry about, residents can freely focus on enjoying their golden years to the fullest.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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 114 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.

Assisted Living in New Mexico at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $6,541The average monthly cost across facilities in New Mexico. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 40/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in New Mexico. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 48The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New Mexico. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90