Page 3 of Best Assisted Living in Albuquerque, NM

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 37 assisted living communities in Albuquerque, 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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Spanish Trails Rehabilitation Suites
AL
NH
Ne Albuquerque (Herrera)
134
Facility 134
NM AVG 48
Rank #3 / 92
No
59
Facility 59
NM AVG 40
Rank #25 / 99
-
87.3%
Facility 87.3%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #28 / 68
-Nicole Rose AndujoRenaissance Health Care, LLC25
17
Facility 17
NM AVG 4
Rank #74 / 74
19
Facility 19
NM AVG 5
Rank #74 / 74
112
Facility 112
NM AVG 30
Rank #73 / 74
4.5
Facility 4.5
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #64 / 74
Brookdale Valencia
AL
IL
Albuquerque (South San Pedro)
100
Facility 100
NM AVG 48
Rank #13 / 92
Yes
79
Facility 79
NM AVG 40
Rank #4 / 99
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+Candace GuerreroBlc Albuquerque-Gc, LLC-----
Brookdale Tramway Ridge
AL
MC
Albuquerque (S Y Jackson)
40
Facility 40
NM AVG 48
Rank #40 / 92
Yes
49
Facility 49
NM AVG 40
Rank #40 / 99
Studio / 1 Bed
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #1 / 68
A+Jose RuvalcabaBrookdale Place Of Albuquerque, LLC24
11
Facility 11
NM AVG 4
Rank #71 / 74
13
Facility 13
NM AVG 5
Rank #69 / 74
78
Facility 78
NM AVG 30
Rank #72 / 74
3.3
Facility 3.3
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #56 / 74
MorningStar Assisted Living – Albuquerque
AL
MC
Albuquerque
85
Facility 85
NM AVG 48
Rank #21 / 92
Yes
56
Facility 56
NM AVG 40
Rank #29 / 99
1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+Efren GallardoMs. Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC-----
A Love For Life
AL
HOS
MC
PC
Albuquerque (Knapp Heights)
15
Facility 15
NM AVG 48
Rank #57 / 92
No
80
Facility 80
NM AVG 40
Rank #2 / 99
Private rooms-D+Renee GuruleLfl Business LLC-----
Ravenna Assisted Living
AL
Nw Albuquerque
45
Facility 45
NM AVG 48
Rank #36 / 92
No--
88.9%
Facility 88.9%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #26 / 68
-Caren PhillipsCare Homes Nm, LLC28
14
Facility 14
NM AVG 4
Rank #72 / 74
15
Facility 15
NM AVG 5
Rank #71 / 74
42
Facility 42
NM AVG 30
Rank #60 / 74
1.5
Facility 1.5
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #25 / 74
Casa Angelina Assisted Living
AL
Albuquerque (Paradise Hills Civic)
8
Facility 8
NM AVG 48
Rank #85 / 92
No
25
Facility 25
NM AVG 40
Rank #67 / 99
---Rafaelita Rose ValverdeCasa Angelina LLC-----
Morada Albuquerque
AL
MC
Albuquerque (Indian School Road Northeast)
294
Facility 294
NM AVG 48
Rank #1 / 92
Yes
30
Facility 30
NM AVG 40
Rank #61 / 99
1 Bed--Lindsey KohmanHp Albuquerque Opco, LLC-----
Wellesley Care Home
AL
Ne. Albuquerque (Alta Monte)
16
Facility 16
NM AVG 48
Rank #53 / 92
No
68
Facility 68
NM AVG 40
Rank #16 / 99
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #1 / 68
-Michelle BeattyWellesley Care Home, LLC10
1
Facility 1
NM AVG 4
Rank #12 / 74
1
Facility 1
NM AVG 5
Rank #2 / 74
28
Facility 28
NM AVG 30
Rank #49 / 74
2.8
Facility 2.8
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #47 / 74
Westwind House
AL
IL
Nw Albuquerque
48
Facility 48
NM AVG 48
Rank #34 / 92
No--
89.6%
Facility 89.6%
NM AVG 81.8%
Rank #25 / 68
-Maria R. DuarteQuilted Care Ltd., Co25
7
Facility 7
NM AVG 4
Rank #63 / 74
12
Facility 12
NM AVG 5
Rank #67 / 74
75
Facility 75
NM AVG 30
Rank #71 / 74
3.0
Facility 3.0
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #50 / 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 37 analyzed for Albuquerque. See how we rank facilities

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Brookdale Tramway Ridge

4910 Tramway Ridge Dr Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87111
Overview of Brookdale Tramway Ridge

Nestled in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Brookdale Tramway Ridge is a senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services. The community provides a vibrant, comfortable environment that promotes wellness and a relaxed lifestyle. Residents receive personalized assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and engaging programs tailored to their needs and interests.

For memory care residents, Brookdale Tramway Ridge creates a stable, predictable environment where those with memory loss can thrive through daily moments of joy. The community also offers the exclusive Crossings program for individuals in the early stages of Alzheimer’s or dementia. With 24/7 staff availability, a range of amenities, and easy access to local attractions like the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta and Sandia Peak Tramway, Brookdale Tramway Ridge aims to provide a fulfilling and enriching lifestyle for its residents.

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Overview of Spanish Trails Rehabilitation Suites

Spanish Trails Rehabilitation Suites is a nursing home in Albuquerque that serves residents recovering from illness or injury and those with ongoing care needs. The 134-bed facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families multiple options to cover short-term rehabilitation or longer-term care. With an occupancy rate of 87%, the home stays near capacity. Residents stay an average of about 80 days.

The facility focuses on rehabilitation and specialized care services. It provides 24-hour nursing care supported by on-site rehabilitation services across physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Other clinical services are comprehensive wound care, TPN management, X-ray and lab capabilities, and a registered dietitian. The home also offers hospice and respite care for families facing a range of care needs. Total nurse staffing averages approximately 3 hours and 49 minutes per resident each day.

Residents have access to modern amenities and programs. They can choose between private and semi-private suites and use on-site facilities including an indoor therapy gym, outdoor therapy courtyard, Wi-Fi, salon and barber services, and a spa room with a whirlpool tub.

When it comes to dining, residents are served restaurant-style meals. The home supports resident enrichment and social programming throughout the week.

The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 59. It is moderately walkable, so some errands and nearby destinations can be reached on foot. Inspections cited issues in care delivery, documentation practices, and operational procedures that families may want to discuss during a tour. Its location near Renaissance Boulevard provides easy access for visiting families and transportation during medical appointments.

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Overview of Wellesley Care Home

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.

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Overview of Ravenna Assisted Living

Ravenna Assisted Living sits at 3051 Twin Oaks Dr NW in Albuquerque, New Mexico, a car-dependent stretch of the city where errands mean getting in a vehicle, not walking down the block. The 45-bed community is run by Care Homes NM, LLC, with Caren Phillips serving as administrator. Right now, 40 of those 45 beds are filled, which is a strong occupancy number and suggests families keep choosing this place.

Nursing staff are on-site around the clock here. That’s paired with 24-hour security and a Wander Guard system, a tool that alerts staff if a resident wanders somewhere they shouldn’t. Rooms are shared rather than private, and meals are planned with nutrition as the focus. If you’re weighing a shared-room setup against a private one, that’s a detail worth sitting down with your family to think through.

The community also runs something it calls Life at Ravenna, a program woven into daily life there. Between the nursing coverage, the security setup, and that named program, this reads like a place built for residents who need steady supervision and are okay with a shared living space, not residents chasing full independence.

New Mexico’s Department of Health, through its Division of Health Improvement, is the agency that inspects assisted living communities like this one. At Ravenna, the themes that come up most in those inspections are medication management, staffing and credentials, how care gets planned and documented, and resident rights. This is a smaller, hands-on assisted living community built around shared rooms, constant nursing presence, and a structured daily program, a fit for families prioritizing supervision over independence.

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Overview of Brookdale Valencia

Nestled in the quiet, quaint setting of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Brookdale Valencia offers a refreshing alternative to the stress and isolation often associated with living at home. This senior living community provides exceptional independent living and personalized assisted living options, along with a wide range of supportive services tailored to the needs of each resident. Conveniently located just minutes off Route 66, Brookdale Valencia allows residents to enjoy the convenience of nearby shops and restaurants while immersing themselves in a vibrant social calendar filled with engaging activities and friendly neighbors.

The independent living program at Brookdale Valencia frees residents from the burden of household chores, enabling them to focus on pursuing hobbies, making new friends, and learning new skills. The assisted living program, on the other hand, provides personalized care and support, allowing residents to rediscover their passions while enjoying quality dining and assistance with daily living activities. With its diverse activities calendar, restaurant-style dining, and commitment to enhancing the lives of seniors, Brookdale Valencia offers a refreshing and fulfilling senior living experience in the heart of Albuquerque.

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Overview of MorningStar Assisted Living – Albuquerque

MorningStar Assisted Living, Albuquerque offers assisted living and memory care in Albuquerque, NM. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident lives in a one-bed or two-bed residence, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care types in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Respite care provides a short stay for a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover, and short-term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery period.

MorningStar Assisted Living, Albuquerque opened in 2003 and has 85 beds. The starting price is $5,750, which identifies the entry point for monthly costs, while the amount for a resident depends on the care level and services needed. Medicare is accepted for short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence. Efren Gallardo serves as administrator, and Ms Albuquerque Management Nm operates the community.

A salon and spa give residents access to personal care services on site, while restaurant-style dining includes a menu that changes daily and options such as gluten-free, sugar-free and no-sugar-added meals. Gardens and fireside patios provide outdoor areas, and transportation gives residents a way to attend outings or appointments without arranging their own drive. Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet. The community is wheelchair accessible for residents who use wheelchairs to move through the setting.

A Walk Score of 56 places the area in the somewhat walkable category, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby errands independently. The combination of assisted living, memory care, respite care and rehabilitation can suit a resident or family seeking both ongoing support and temporary care options.

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A Love For Life

4108 Alcazar St Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109
Overview of A Love for Life

Nestled in the quiet lands of Alcazar Street, NE Albuquerque, NM, is the distinct senior living community of A Love for Life Alcazar offering dementia care, senior care, and hospice. Keep your dignity while living in cozy and warm private residences of the community. A Love for Life Alcazar strives to deliver top-tier care and assistance from a team of qualified and specially trained professionals so that seniors can live without worries.

With a jam-packed calendar of activities and enjoyable programs, residents are encouraged to maintain an active and blissful lifestyle. Eat well and feel great with delicious and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Surrounded by picturesque sceneries and a warm environment, A Love for Life Alcazar is great for seniors who want to have a peaceful and safe retirement.

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Morada Albuquerque

1620 Indian School Rd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Overview of Morada Albuquerque

Morada Senior Living is a hidden treasure located in the center of Albuquerque. This community for older adults is more than just a place to live – it’s a warm and inviting haven. Morada’s location is unbeatable, situated conveniently close to medical facilities, shopping centers, and local attractions, making life easy for its residents. The feeling of comfort and security radiates throughout the community, giving older adults a sense of belonging and purpose. With its top-notch amenities and compassionate staff, Morada Senior Living is the perfect place for seniors to live life to the fullest.

Residential senior living options offered at Morada include assisted living and memory care. This community offers a plethora of amenities, including a private dining room for special occasions, restaurant-style meals with tableside service, a fitness center, salon and barber shop, movie theater, game room, worship space, scheduled transportation, 24-hour professional team, courtyard, walking paths, resident garden space, outdoor fireplace, emergency alert system, concierge service, community laundry, pet-friendly environment, and stunning city and mountain views.

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Westwind House

6600 Los Volcanes Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM 87121
Overview of Westwind House

Westwind House is on Los Volcanes Road NW in northwest Albuquerque. It offers two things at once, independent living and assisted living, which sounds like a small distinction until you think about what it actually means. A resident who’s mostly self-sufficient today can shift into more daily support later without packing up and starting over somewhere new.

There are 48 beds here, and 43 of them are filled right now. That puts occupancy at 90 percent, which is high. High occupancy usually means something: people move in and they stay. There’s an on-site dining room too, so meals aren’t a separate errand, they’re just part of how the place runs.

On the money side, Westwind House takes Medicaid, and specifically New Mexico’s Turquoise Care Medicaid Waiver Program. If you’re trying to figure out how to actually afford senior care instead of just hoping it works out, that’s not a small detail.

One thing to know before you visit: this is a car-dependent part of town. Walk Score comes in at zero, so errands, appointments, casual walks, all of it basically requires a car.

State health inspectors have looked at Westwind House as part of their regular oversight, the kind every licensed facility in New Mexico goes through. Their reviews have touched on medication management, how hazardous materials are stored, and general housekeeping and upkeep.

Maria R. Duarte runs the day-to-day here as administrator, and Quilted Care Ltd. owns and operates the community. What Westwind House adds up to is a place with strong occupancy, real Medicaid coverage, and a level of care that can flex with a resident’s needs, set in a stretch of Albuquerque where you’ll want your car keys handy.

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Overview of Casa Angelina Assisted Living

Casa Angelina LLC is a trusted community in Albuquerque, NM, that offers assisted living. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides exceptional support for their daily living activities and household tasks around the clock. Incontinence care is also provided for residents’ comfort and convenience.

For residents’ leisure and wellness, fun activities and engaging programs, including light exercises and art activities, are conducted. With delicious and healthy meals served, residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s spacious backyard and cozy front porch also allow family members and friends to have a delightful time when they visit. Here, residents will surely have the finest retirement experience, accompanied by the community’s top-tier services and nurturing environment.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    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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Assisted Living in Albuquerque at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $6,633The average monthly cost across facilities in Albuquerque, NM. 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: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Albuquerque, NM. 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: 65The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Albuquerque, NM. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Albuquerque, NM

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 37 assisted living facilities in Albuquerque, NM. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Albuquerque, NM?

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 Albuquerque, NM, 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 Albuquerque, NM?

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.