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Best Senior Communities in New Mexico

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 204 senior communities communities in New Mexico using New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities in NM
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Jun 2026
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Avg Walk Score: 43/ 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: 69The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New Mexico. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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

Amaran Senior Living
SC
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
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
90.2%
Facility 90.2%
NM AVG 78.5%
Rank #37 / 115
A+Shellie SimsHira LLC4
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
SC
NH
AL
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 GallardoMs Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC11
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
SC
AL
Albuquerque (Countrywood Area)
85
Facility 85
NM AVG 69
Rank #55 / 148
No
56
Facility 56
NM AVG 43
Rank #79 / 208
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+Efren GallardoMs Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC-----
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Santa Fe
SC
AL
MC
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. MartinezPacheco Senior Care LLC12
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
SC
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 AllenKingston Healthcare Company35
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
SC
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 GuerreroBlc Albuquerque-Gc, LLC-----
Avista Senior Living Albuquerque
SC
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 RomeroAvista Abq, LLC1
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
SC
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 KohmanShp Vi Albuquerque LLC13
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
SC
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 DimasSnh Nm Tenant LLC9
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
SC
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 RuvalcabaBrookdale Place Of Albuquerque, LLC24
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
SC
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
SC
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 GassClovis Hive, LLC1
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
SC
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 WaltersSan Pedro Hope LLC9
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
SC
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 NottinghamWe Three Bees LLC10
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
SC
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 NottinghamHamilton Management I, LLC4
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 La Posada Assisted Living

Tucked in the heart of Las Cruces, Mexico, La Posada Assisted Living offers a truly unique and personalized experience for seniors. As a family-owned and operated establishment, the home offers a comprehensive range of services, including memory care, respite care, and assisted living. Their team goes above and beyond to provide not only essential services, but also a wide variety of health, behavioral, recreational, and social programs.

The community encourages residents to stay active and engaged, providing serene interior and exterior patios where they can relax, socialize, and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Additional amenities, such as an on-site hair salon and a library room, further enhance the living experience, fostering a sense of comfort and convenience. Transportation services are readily available, and their culinary team prepares and presents meals that are not only delicious, but also respectful of cultural and religious dietary preferences.

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Overview of Albuquerque Heights Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

In Albuquerque Heights Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, residents can enjoy the beauty of the great outdoors. As a skilled nursing facility, the center offers a range of services including short and long-term rehab, respite care, and post-hospital care, catering to the diverse needs of its residents. In addition to its comprehensive care offerings, the home also has a dedicated memory support unit for residents with specialized memory care needs. They accept Medicare, Medicaid, and VA contracts.
With amenities such as housekeeping, laundry services, a chapel for spiritual support, community-sponsored activities, a media room for entertainment, and a salon for personal grooming, the center strives to create a vibrant and engaging community for people in their autumn years. Whether it’s enjoying the beautiful outdoor surroundings, participating in community activities, or taking advantage of the various amenities, residents at Albuquerque Heights Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center can truly feel at home while receiving compassionate care. 

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Overview of Sierra Vista Retirement Community

Twenty-nine years in operation, 24 beds, 100% occupied. Sierra Vista Retirement Community on Rodeo Road in Santa Fe has a track record and a waitlist-level demand signal built into those numbers. Vista Living Communities operates the facility; Caroline Andrade is the administrator. The staff-to-resident ratio is 6:1, a figure that carries particular weight at a community this size.

Care covers both memory care and assisted living. Nursing services run around the clock. The program roster includes dedicated Memory Care Homes and Counseling, alongside scheduled transportation, medication management, and housekeeping.

Meals are home-cooked and adapted to individual dietary needs. Rooms are available in private and companion configurations.

State inspections have tended to focus on care planning and documentation and resident rights and protections. Sierra Vista is licensed as an Assisted Living Facility under New Mexico’s state framework, not CMS-certified, meaning Medicare and Medicaid in the skilled nursing sense don’t apply here.

Walk Score 17 is deeply car-dependent. The Rodeo Road address sits 4.7 miles from Santa Fe’s center, and virtually all errands require a vehicle.

A fully occupied, long-running memory care and assisted living community under Vista Living Communities, Sierra Vista is a small, high-ratio facility that has held its occupancy through nearly three decades in Santa Fe.

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Overview of Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho

Life Spire Assisted Living & Memory Care is a premier assisted living community in the heart of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, offering comprehensive care options, including assisted living, Alzheimer’s care, and dementia care. At Life Spire Assisted Living, their unwavering commitment is to provide exceptional care, delivering the highest standard of quality service.

Their mission is to offer superior elder care within a secure, supportive residential environment that fosters health, independence, and meaningful social interaction. Both of their ideally placed elder care facilities are discreetly integrated into the fabric of the local community. With 24-hour staff support and care, these residences have modern amenities to create a warm and comfortable home environment. Residents can choose between private and semi-private rooms. Located in a tranquil and growing residential area of Rio Rancho, their pet-friendly residence is conveniently within walking distance of Presbyterian Rust Medical Center.

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Overview of Advantage Assisted Living

As a 30-bed Assisted Living Community, Advantage Assisted Living is devoted to enhancing the lives of senior residents in the heart of Rio Rancho. This assisted living community is unwavering in its commitment to fostering independence and delivering unparalleled care. Their core belief is that the highest level of respect and dignity should be afforded to every individual, providing families with the peace of mind that their loved ones are safe and exceptionally cared for.

Advantage Assisted Living takes a comprehensive approach to care, with on-site Mobile Dentistry and certified healthcare staff available 24 hours a day. Residents benefit from convenient laundry services and the option to savor full food service within their private or semi-private living spaces. The community further enriches the resident experience with engaging group activities and reliable transportation services, ensuring that every aspect of senior living is cared for and considered. At Advantage Assisted Living, the dedication to residents’ well-being goes above and beyond, creating an atmosphere that truly feels like home.

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Overview of Beehive Homes of Gallup

Live a fulfilling retirement experience with Beehive Homes of Gallup, an outstanding community in Gallup, NM for residents who require assisted living and memory care. Residents here are welcomed in bright and spacious accommodations with housekeeping and laundry services for utmost convenience. A kind and skilled team of caregivers is available 24/7 to offer help with daily activities like grooming, bathing, and medication management.

The community also caters to residents affected by memory loss through specialized care and programs tailored to improve their cognitive abilities. Residents are properly nourished with nutritionally balanced meals approved by a dietitian. At Beehive Homes of Gallup, they strive to create a nurturing environment away from stress and worries.

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Overview of Beehive Homes of Bosque Farms

Beehive Homes of Bosque Farms is a blissful community in a quiet area of Bosque Farms, NM that offers assisted living and memory care options. Residents here are guaranteed to receive the care and support they need from a team of excellent care experts available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Whether you need to improve your cognition or support your daily activities like personal care, the community ensures you are well-cared for.

Enjoy your privacy in your graciously appointed accommodation, overlooking a relaxing and secure courtyard. Most of the chores are handled and dietician-approved meals are served daily for residents’ convenience. Here, everyone is empowered to live the retirement life they want free from the hassles and responsibilities of your daily life.

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Overview of Beehive Homes of Four Hills

Delivering quality care for over 33 years, Beehive Homes of Four Hills is a leading community in Albuquerque, NM for assisted living and memory care. A team of dependable caregivers is available 24/7 to offer assistance with daily living activities and other things residents may need support with. Those affected by cognitive challenges thrive with tailored care and programming designed to improve their cognition and overall well-being.

The community also offers respite care for those who need support with their recovery or a quick break from their routine. Residents’ lives are enriched with nourishing meals and a wide array of exciting activities for their social, physical, and cognitive needs. Free from the hassles of household maintenance and other responsibilities, residents can finally enjoy their much-deserved retirement without worries.

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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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Overview of Autumn Blessings Assisted Living

Located in the peaceful town of Logan, New Mexico, Autumn Blessings is an exceptional senior living community providing assisted living services to seniors who require assistance with their daily activities or healthcare needs. Founded in 2001, Autumn Blessings is family-owned and operated. The community features 20 private rooms equipped with aging-proof bathrooms and individual climate controls to meet individual comfort levels. Autumn Blessings creates an Individualized Service Plan (ISP) for every resident and provides round-the-clock surveillance to ensure each resident receives the care and support that perfectly aligns with their unique needs.

Committed to delivering residents a comfortable and convenient lifestyle, Autumn Blessings offers various services, including housekeeping, medication assistance, and personal care support. The community provides amenities, including a select library, a spacious living area for reading and visiting, a beauty salon/barber shop for services, and a piano for musical enjoyment. Residents can also enjoy access to the internet for streaming TV services or distance communication with family and friends. At Autumn Blessings, residents are encouraged to add a personal touch to their spaces and participate in social activities to ensure they feel at home and accepted in a warm community.

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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 Senior Communities in New Mexico

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 204 senior communities in New Mexico. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community 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 senior communities 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.