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The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.
| Amaran Senior Living | AL MC | Albuquerque (North Albuquerque Acres) | 82
Facility
82
NM AVG
69
Rank
#57 / 148 | No |
55
Facility
55
NM AVG
43
Rank
#85 / 208 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
90.2%
Facility
90.2%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#37 / 115 | A+ | Shellie Sims | Hira LLC | 4 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#33 / 114 | 3
Facility
3
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#31 / 114 | 16
Facility
16
NM AVG
30
Rank
#36 / 114 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#69 / 114 |
| MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque | AL NH MC RC | Albuquerque (Countrywood Area) | 85
Facility
85
NM AVG
69
Rank
#55 / 148 | Yes |
56
Facility
56
NM AVG
43
Rank
#79 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
80.0%
Facility
80.0%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#60 / 115 | A+ | Efren Gallardo | Ms. Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC | 11 | 4
Facility
4
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#58 / 114 | 4
Facility
4
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#43 / 114 | 7
Facility
7
NM AVG
30
Rank
#16 / 114 | 0.6
Facility
0.6
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#10 / 114 |
| MorningStar Assisted Living – Albuquerque | AL | Albuquerque (Countrywood Area) | 85
Facility
85
NM AVG
69
Rank
#55 / 148 | No |
56
Facility
56
NM AVG
43
Rank
#79 / 208 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ | Efren Gallardo | Ms. Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC | - | - | - | - | - |
| MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Santa Fe | AL IL MC RC | Santa Fe (South Pacheco Street) | 103
Facility
103
NM AVG
69
Rank
#36 / 148 | No |
65
Facility
65
NM AVG
43
Rank
#53 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
88.3%
Facility
88.3%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#42 / 115 | A+ | Ashley J. Martinez | Pacheco Senior Care LLC | 12 | 4
Facility
4
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#58 / 114 | 5
Facility
5
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#54 / 114 | 22
Facility
22
NM AVG
30
Rank
#49 / 114 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#31 / 114 |
| Kingston Residences of Santa Fe | AL IL MC RC | Santa Fe (Legacy Court) | 105
Facility
105
NM AVG
69
Rank
#32 / 148 | Yes |
34
Facility
34
NM AVG
43
Rank
#127 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
97.1%
Facility
97.1%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#20 / 115 | A+ | Sandria Allen | Kingston Healthcare Company | 35 | 16
Facility
16
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#113 / 114 | 18
Facility
18
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#111 / 114 | 112
Facility
112
NM AVG
30
Rank
#112 / 114 | 3.2
Facility
3.2
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#60 / 114 |
| Brookdale Valencia | AL IL | Albuquerque (South San Pedro) | 100
Facility
100
NM AVG
69
Rank
#40 / 148 | Yes |
79
Facility
79
NM AVG
43
Rank
#13 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ | Candace Guerrero | Blc Albuquerque-Gc, LLC | - | - | - | - | - |
| Avista Senior Living Albuquerque | AL MC | Albuquerque (Eldorado Heights) | 54
Facility
54
NM AVG
69
Rank
#79 / 148 | No |
56
Facility
56
NM AVG
43
Rank
#79 / 208 | Private Suite / Companion Suite |
55.6%
Facility
55.6%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#98 / 115 | A+ | Olivia Romero | Avista Abq, LLC | 1 | 0
Facility
0
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#1 / 114 | 1
Facility
1
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#2 / 114 | 1
Facility
1
NM AVG
30
Rank
#2 / 114 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#19 / 114 |
| The Watermark at Cherry Hills | AL MC | Albuquerque (Jade Park) | 131
Facility
131
NM AVG
69
Rank
#14 / 148 | No |
42
Facility
42
NM AVG
43
Rank
#111 / 208 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
77.1%
Facility
77.1%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#73 / 115 | A+ | Brooke Kohman | Shp Vi Albuquerque LLC | 13 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#33 / 114 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#14 / 114 | 4
Facility
4
NM AVG
30
Rank
#9 / 114 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#3 / 114 |
| The Montebello Academy | AL IL | Albuquerque (Academy Road Northeast) | 48
Facility
48
NM AVG
69
Rank
#84 / 148 | Yes |
17
Facility
17
NM AVG
43
Rank
#159 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
70.8%
Facility
70.8%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#85 / 115 | A+ | Amy Dimas | Snh Nm Tenant LLC | 9 | 1
Facility
1
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#15 / 114 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#14 / 114 | 6
Facility
6
NM AVG
30
Rank
#13 / 114 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#13 / 114 |
| Brookdale Tramway Ridge | AL MC | Albuquerque (S Y Jackson) | 40
Facility
40
NM AVG
69
Rank
#94 / 148 | Yes |
49
Facility
49
NM AVG
43
Rank
#100 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#1 / 115 | A+ | Jose Ruvalcaba | Brookdale Place Of Albuquerque, LLC | 24 | 11
Facility
11
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#110 / 114 | 13
Facility
13
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#107 / 114 | 78
Facility
78
NM AVG
30
Rank
#104 / 114 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#61 / 114 |
| Brookdale Santa Fe | AL IL MC NH | Santa Fe (Alta Vista Street) | 76
Facility
76
NM AVG
69
Rank
#62 / 148 | Yes |
76
Facility
76
NM AVG
43
Rank
#24 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
52.6%
Facility
52.6%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#100 / 115 | A+ | Pamela C. Plaza | - | 20 | 6
Facility
6
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#90 / 114 | 7
Facility
7
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#70 / 114 | 44
Facility
44
NM AVG
30
Rank
#79 / 114 | 2.2
Facility
2.2
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#40 / 114 |
| BeeHive Homes of Roswell | AL MC RC | Roswell | 16
Facility
16
NM AVG
69
Rank
#109 / 148 | Yes |
27
Facility
27
NM AVG
43
Rank
#139 / 208 | Private / Shared Rooms |
50.0%
Facility
50.0%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#102 / 115 | A+ | Kurt Gass | Clovis Hive, LLC | 1 | 0
Facility
0
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#1 / 114 | 1
Facility
1
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#2 / 114 | 14
Facility
14
NM AVG
30
Rank
#33 / 114 | 14.0
Facility
14.0
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#114 / 114 |
| BeeHive Homes of Albuquerque – San Pedro Village | AL MC RC | Albuquerque (Beehive Village) | 16
Facility
16
NM AVG
69
Rank
#109 / 148 | Yes |
56
Facility
56
NM AVG
43
Rank
#79 / 208 | Private / Shared Rooms |
81.3%
Facility
81.3%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#56 / 115 | A+ | Tanya Walters | San Pedro Hope LLC | 9 | 4
Facility
4
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#58 / 114 | 3
Facility
3
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#31 / 114 | 22
Facility
22
NM AVG
30
Rank
#49 / 114 | 2.4
Facility
2.4
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#43 / 114 |
| BeeHive Homes of Volcano Cliffs | AL MC RC | Albuquerque (Taylor Ranch) | 15
Facility
15
NM AVG
69
Rank
#113 / 148 | Yes |
24
Facility
24
NM AVG
43
Rank
#147 / 208 | Private / Shared Rooms |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#1 / 115 | A+ | Evie Nottingham | We Three Bees LLC | 10 | 1
Facility
1
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#15 / 114 | 3
Facility
3
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#31 / 114 | 17
Facility
17
NM AVG
30
Rank
#38 / 114 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#26 / 114 |
| BeeHive Homes of Taylor Ranch | AL MC RC | Albuquerque (Taylor Ranch) | 15
Facility
15
NM AVG
69
Rank
#113 / 148 | Yes |
21
Facility
21
NM AVG
43
Rank
#148 / 208 | Private Rooms |
86.7%
Facility
86.7%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#46 / 115 | A+ | Evelyn Nottingham | Hamilton Management I, LLC | 4 | 0
Facility
0
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#1 / 114 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#14 / 114 | 7
Facility
7
NM AVG
30
Rank
#16 / 114 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#31 / 114 |
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Overview of Desert Peaks Assisted Living & Memory Care
Desert Peaks Assisted Living & Memory Care is a haven for individuals seeking assisted living with memory care. Nestled in the stunning North Valley, this residence offers a serene and compassionate environment where residents can find solace and support. Surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Oregon mountains, Desert Peaks is renowned for its exceptional services. The dedicated staff members are available round-the-clock, providing attentive care and specialized assistance for those living with dementia. With a committed memory care coordinator overseeing their well-being, residents can find comfort knowing they are receiving the personalized care they require.
For those seeking assisted living for dementia patients, Desert Peaks offers a comprehensive range of services. The community encourages residents to embrace an active and engaged lifestyle, while the compassionate staff provides the security and assistance they need. The community also provides free wireless Internet access, allowing residents to stay connected. Enriching opportunities for personal growth and well-being are available, ensuring that every day at Desert Peaks is filled with engaging activities and outings.
The Retreat Alzheimer’s Specialty Care is a dedicated memory care community for seniors. Here, a highly motivated staff is committed to helping residents, including those facing dementia, achieve their goals along their challenging journey. With a peaceful and purpose-designed environment, this community offers round-the-clock nursing home care, overseen by experienced case management leaders, providing a secure and reassuring atmosphere.
The Retreat stands out for its commitment to holistic well-being, offering unique therapies like pet therapy, aromatherapy, and touch therapy, among others. This community is also locally owned and operated by seasoned healthcare professionals, ensuring in-house medical visits by primary care physicians and geriatric psychiatrists. For seniors in need of specialized care, particularly in nursing homes with memory care, The Retreat Alzheimer’s Specialty Care is a compassionate and comprehensive support facility that prioritizes health and comfort.
A blissful community set in the sunny Chessman Drive NE, Rio Rancho, NM, BeeHive Homes of Rio Rancho 2 offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Here, residents receive the utmost care and assistance for their special needs with a compassionate and highly trained team available around the clock. The community also strives to provide the highest quality of life with dedicated services and purposely designed accommodations.
Enrich your retirement with new learnings and various experiences through a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs. Indulge in delicious and nutritious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences for a satisfactory dining experience. Live without hassles in your later years with a dependable community that provides genuine care and welcoming amenities for your welfare.
Burrowed in a serene area in Farmington, NM, BeeHive Homes of Farmington 3 is an oasis for those who need assisted living and memory care. With the help of a round-the-clock care team, the community ensures residents are well-supported with their daily activities. Private accommodations with housekeeping and laundry services are available to provide residents with a neat and carefree environment.
Apart from compassionate care, residents enjoy an array of exciting activities and programs designed to encourage physical activity and stimulation. Another highlight of the community is their dietitian-approved meals which are made to accommodate residents’ unique nutritional needs. Here, residents enjoy the comfort of having all the support they need to live the retirement they’ve always dreamed of.
Peacefully located in Edgewood, NM, Beehive Homes of Edgewood II offers a safe and inviting community for assisted living and memory care. The community also caters to those who need temporary stays or support with their recovery through comprehensive respite care. Enjoy a worry-free living experience with 24-hour support and assistance with daily living activities from a team of highly skilled caregivers.
Those living with dementia improve their cognition with a vibrant programming that features an array of activities tailored to their needs. Residents’ meals are fresh, healthy, and approved by a dietitian to guarantee proper nourishment and nutrition. Beehive Homes of Edgewood II is an ideal community for those looking to enjoy a vibrant yet carefree living experience.
Sierra Springs Assisted Living is a high-standard assisted living community in Los Lunas, NM, that offers personal care. With its intimate and welcoming setting, residents can rest assured of finding the right place to spend retirement. Daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, are taken care of around the clock, helping residents maintain their independence without hassles.
Fun games, exciting social events, and wellness programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delicious and healthy meals are also prepared to meet residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. The community can accommodate up to 15 older adults, providing the highest quality of care to help them thrive in retirement.
Experience a worry-free retirement at Wellesley Care Home, a distinguished community in Albuquerque, NM, that offers assisted living. The community strives to accommodate up to 16 older adults with its cozy living spaces and nurturing environment. Here, residents also receive top-notch assistance for their daily living activities and household tasks around the clock.
A variety of fun activities and enriching programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Residents do not have to worry about meal preparation with well-balanced meals prepared to meet their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s high-quality services and welcoming amenities create the ideal setting where residents can thrive in retirement.
Tucked away in Farmington, NM, BeeHive Homes of Farmington 2 offers a safe and secure setting for assisted living and memory care. Find comfort in having access to a 24/7 care team to assist you with your daily activities like personal hygiene and medication management. Residents dealing with the challenges of dementia are offered specialized programming tailored to improve their cognition and overall function.
Stay healthy with healthy and delicious meals approved by a dietician and tailored to accommodate special diets. Housekeeping and laundry services are offered for everyone’s convenience, making it easy to enjoy the things that make you happy. Residents here feel safe and secure with a 24/7 emergency call system and team availability, allowing them to live confidently.
Make the most of your best years at Sundance Care Home, a dedicated assisted living community in Gallup, NM, that offers personal care. Here, residents are well-cared for through personalized care plans dedicated to their daily living activities. Light housekeeping and other household services are also taken care of, providing residents with more time to do the things they love.
Fun recreational activities and engaging programs accompany residents, promoting an active lifestyle. Medication management is also provided, so residents can take their medications as prescribed. With transportation services, residents can travel to their appointments with ease. This assisted living community is a good option for residents to live comfortably in retirement, accompanied by its nurturing environment.
Haven Care Evergreen House in Albuquerque, NM, is an assisted living community that offers personal care and memory care. The community also fosters comfort and familiarity in a warm, home-like environment. Residents can also maintain their independence with round-the-clock care, well-balanced meals, and recreational activities. Dedicated to residents’ holistic well-being, individualized care plans are also provided to meet their unique needs and preferences.
Social events, fitness programs, and games provide residents with more opportunities to explore hobbies and gain meaningful experiences. With a spacious backyard and secure rooms, residents can relax and move around safely. Located near Cottonwood Mall, restaurants, shops, and other local amenities, the community guarantees quick access to necessities and leisure. This assisted living community is an ideal choice for senior living in New Mexico, especially with its commitment to helping older adults thrive in retirement.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 120 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.
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