Compare Memory Care around Albuquerque (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.
| Amaran Senior Living | MC AL | 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 | MC NH AL 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 |
| Palmilla Senior Living | MC AL IL | Albuquerque (Cottonwood Heights) | 95
Facility
95
NM AVG
69
Rank
#45 / 148 | No |
31
Facility
31
NM AVG
43
Rank
#131 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed |
78.9%
Facility
78.9%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#68 / 115 | - | Elizabeth Wisneski | Chp Albuquerque Nm Tenant Corp | 10 | 1
Facility
1
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#15 / 114 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#14 / 114 | 9
Facility
9
NM AVG
30
Rank
#22 / 114 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#17 / 114 |
| MorningStar at North Ridge | MC NH AL RC | Albuquerque (Countrywood Area) | 66
Facility
66
NM AVG
69
Rank
#66 / 148 | No |
56
Facility
56
NM AVG
43
Rank
#79 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed |
71.2%
Facility
71.2%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#84 / 115 | - | Morgan O'roark | North Ridge Management Nm, LLC | 1 | 1
Facility
1
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#15 / 114 | 1
Facility
1
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#2 / 114 | 3
Facility
3
NM AVG
30
Rank
#6 / 114 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#55 / 114 |
| Avista Senior Living Albuquerque | MC AL | 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 | MC AL | 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 Woodmark at Uptown | MC AL RC | Albuquerque (Zuni) | 144
Facility
144
NM AVG
69
Rank
#6 / 148 | No |
77
Facility
77
NM AVG
43
Rank
#18 / 208 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
74.3%
Facility
74.3%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#78 / 115 | - | Ramon Melendez | Arhc Wmabqnm01 Trs LLC | 23 | 8
Facility
8
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#104 / 114 | 10
Facility
10
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#95 / 114 | 38
Facility
38
NM AVG
30
Rank
#69 / 114 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#26 / 114 |
| Brookdale Tramway Ridge | MC AL | 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 |
| Brio Assisted Living | MC AL HC IL RC NH | Albuquerque (Embudo Canyon) | 40
Facility
40
NM AVG
69
Rank
#94 / 148 | No |
42
Facility
42
NM AVG
43
Rank
#111 / 208 | 1 Bed |
75.0%
Facility
75.0%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#77 / 115 | - | Michael Brito | 13101 Constitution, LLC | 10 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#33 / 114 | 3
Facility
3
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#31 / 114 | 13
Facility
13
NM AVG
30
Rank
#29 / 114 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#22 / 114 |
| Albuquerque Heights Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center | MC HC NH PC RC | Albuquerque (Hodgin) | 134
Facility
134
NM AVG
69
Rank
#9 / 148 | No |
73
Facility
73
NM AVG
43
Rank
#31 / 208 | - |
35.8%
Facility
35.8%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#113 / 115 | A+ | David Hicks | Albuquerque Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center LLC | 14 | 7
Facility
7
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#96 / 114 | 14
Facility
14
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#108 / 114 | 83
Facility
83
NM AVG
30
Rank
#105 / 114 | 5.9
Facility
5.9
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#84 / 114 |
| A Love For Life | MC AL HC PC | Albuquerque (Knapp Heights) | 15
Facility
15
NM AVG
69
Rank
#113 / 148 | No |
80
Facility
80
NM AVG
43
Rank
#9 / 208 | Private rooms | - | D | Renee Gurule | Lfl Business LLC | - | - | - | - | - |
| BeeHive Homes of Albuquerque – San Pedro Village | MC AL 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 | MC AL 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 | MC AL 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 |
| Princeton Place | MC HC NC NH | Albuquerque (La Mesa) | 369
Facility
369
NM AVG
69
Rank
#1 / 148 | No |
48
Facility
48
NM AVG
43
Rank
#102 / 208 | - |
78.9%
Facility
78.9%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#68 / 115 | A+ | - | - | 11 | 6
Facility
6
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#90 / 114 | 11
Facility
11
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#100 / 114 | 59
Facility
59
NM AVG
30
Rank
#91 / 114 | 5.4
Facility
5.4
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#79 / 114 |
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Overview of Amaran Senior Living
Amaran Senior Living is situated in the Northeast Heights neighborhood of Albuquerque, which is known for its scenic views of the Sandia Mountains. The area is a peaceful residential community, offering a secure and calm environment for seniors to live. In addition, the community is easily accessible to a range of shopping centers, restaurants, and medical facilities, ensuring residents have easy access to necessary services. The location also provides numerous opportunities for leisure and recreation, allowing residents to enjoy a fulfilling and enriching retirement lifestyle.
The various levels of care offered at the facility include assisted living, memory care, and respite care. There are various shared areas within the community. These include the dining room, fitness center, library, and outdoor spaces. The community also works hard to create an inviting and stimulating environment for its residents, with a range of social and recreational activities available.
Morningstar Assisted Living of Albuquerque community is dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and inviting setting for senior citizens. The community is meticulously planned to deliver a warm, comfortable, and compassionately home-like ambiance, complete with an array of luxurious amenities and personalized services that meet the distinct preferences and requirements of every resident. The diverse range of lifestyle options, such as independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care, is thoughtfully designed to address the particular physical, emotional, and social necessities of each individual resident with utmost care and attention to detail.
The staff members are dedicated to providing personalized care and attention to each resident, treating them with the utmost respect, dignity, and kindness. From medication management to personal care support, meal preparation, and transportation, the care services offered at MorningStar are designed to ensure that seniors feel safe and comfortable in their new homes. The community also provides wellness programs, fitness classes, and health services to promote residents’ physical and mental well-being, creating an environment that encourages a fulfilling and happy life.
Situated in the northern region of Albuquerque, Palmilla Senior Living presents an ideal opportunity for a convenient and personalized lifestyle. This community caters to seniors in Albuquerque and the neighboring areas, including Rio Rancho, Bernalillo, North Valley, South Valley, Corrales, and more, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care options.
Palmilla Senior Living boasts a compassionate and highly-trained team committed to tailoring each resident’s experience to ensure comfort and familiarity. From assisting with daily household tasks to providing engaging virtual reality experiences, the community believes that cognitive impairment should never impede the pursuit of new adventures and enriching activities. With a focus on creating a supportive environment, Palmilla Senior Living empowers residents to thrive and embrace life to the fullest extent possible.
Morningstar at North Ridge is a 66-bed nursing facility at 8101 Palomas Avenue NE in Albuquerque’s Bernalillo County, privately operated by Morgan O’Roark under the ownership of Lisa Noya. The community accepts Medicaid and private-pay residents, with pricing starting at $4,750 monthly.
It serves memory care, assisted living, and independent living populations with a portfolio of amenities: fitness center, salon, spa, chapel, dining areas (restaurant and bistro), garden, art studio, transportation, housekeeping, laundry service, and linen service. The community received recognition as a “Best of Senior Living” honoree.
Federal regulators imposed $599,000 in penalties across three enforcement actions between July 2024 and September 2025, the most recent a $301,000 fine.
Seven critical citations were issued within a two-year window; 536% above the New Mexico state average, with a total of 91 citations ranked 51st of 54 New Mexico nursing facilities. A July 2024 complaint investigation documented a substantiated allegation of improper physical restraint of a resident, leading to staff termination and self-reporting by the Executive Director. The same inspection cited deficiencies in medication administration (errors in dosage and frequency between July 10-18, 2024) and food handling practices (cooks and food handlers failing to wear required hair nets or caps).
The deficiency pattern reflects ongoing struggles with resident rights, medication safety, and care quality that inspectors found unresolved across multiple inspection cycles.
Staffing metrics run significantly below state averages.
Nurses provide 3 hours 4 minutes of care per resident per day, 22% below the New Mexico average. Weekends drop further to 2 hours 29 minutes per resident; 23% below state norms. Contractors comprise 26.4% of the workforce, and payroll investment stands at 28.4% of revenue, positioning the facility 52nd of 54 in payroll spending relative to peers in New Mexico.
Clinical outcomes reflect these staffing constraints: residents show higher rates of functional decline in daily activities (24.8%, 58% worse than average), worsening mobility (24.6%, 35% worse), and weight loss (8.9%, 53% worse than state average).
The facility’s current occupancy rate is 71%, approximately 8 percentage points below the New Mexico average.
The inspection record, enforcement history, and clinical measures identify significant resident care and medication management challenges that create material risk for prospective residents and families.
Overview of Avista Senior Living Albuquerque
Specializing in memory care, Avista Senior Living Albuquerque set in the scenic Juan Tabo Boulevard NE, Albuquerque, NM, strives to help seniors with memory-related needs. Various-sized private and companion suites await seniors as they transition into the community. A team of compassionate and specially trained dementia care professionals provides top-tier care and assistance for seniors to flourish and lead meaningful lives.
To ensure residents remain happy and well-engaged with their surroundings, the community conducts social activities and fun wellness programs, fostering a warm and welcoming environment. Avista Senior Living Albuquerque prioritizes seniors’ and their loved ones’ convenience by offering home health and hospice coordination. Delight with restaurant-style dining and enjoy delicious and healthy meals to meet dietary needs and preferences. Avista Senior Living Albuquerque is ideal for seniors in need of extra care and support while aiming to maximize their freedom.
Overview of The Watermark at Cherry Hills
The Watermark at Cherry Hills provides unmatched care and commitment that reimagines retirement living. Expect elegance and a refined senior living experience that elevates the retirement experience. The vibrant independent, assisted, and memory care living home performs nothing less than exceptional service offered by its professional and compassionate staff. The Watermark community proudly provides care and commitment for senior members to thrive in Albuquerque’s luxury community.
The Watermark lifestyle satisfies each age’s wellness for a redefined senior living experience. Luxury accommodations extend to its personalized care plans, scheduled local transportation is available upon request, and a calendar of activities is given to each resident with a list of classes, outings, and other upcoming events– tai chi, yoga, creative arts, music lessons, and many more.
The Woodmark at Uptown, located near Rio Rancho, New Mexico, is renowned for its highly experienced and compassionate staff who make it their mission to know each resident on a personal level beyond just their clinical needs. Located in an area with a diverse community, with a mix of Native American, Hispanic, and Anglo cultures, the staff take the time to understand their likes, dislikes, and unique personalities, creating customized service plans, delightful meals, and engaging activities that can elevate their day to day experiences. The team at The Woodmark is dedicated to providing the right level of care that empowers residents to live life to the fullest, with assistance available when needed and the independence to live life on their terms.
The community offers a range of amenities and services designed to make life easier for residents, including personalized care plans that are tailored to their individual needs, daily or weekly housekeeping services, personal laundry services, scheduled transportation, most utilities included in the monthly fee, and 24-hour nursing staff available on-site to provide comprehensive care and support whenever needed. These amenities and services create a warm, safe, and comfortable atmosphere that enables residents to enjoy life with peace of mind.
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.
Nestled in the serene neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM, lies Brio Assisted Living. A haven of comfort and convenience, this facility boasts of its strategic location, offering easy access to amenities. The tranquil surroundings, coupled with panoramic views of the Sandia Mountains and the Rio Grande, provide a serene backdrop for residents to unwind and rejuvenate. The round-the-clock staff is always available to attend to any needs and provide a safe living environment. The fine dining experience is nothing short of exceptional, while the numerous activities and events keep the residents engaged and entertained. To top it off, the community provides specialized memory care services for those grappling with Alzheimer’s or dementia, making it an all-encompassing senior living solution.
Residents can enjoy three home-cooked meals daily, each with a variety of menu options thoughtfully prepared with their tastes in mind. The community places a high priority on the health and safety of their residents, tailoring their services to meet individual needs and providing assistance where necessary. Daily activities, games, and entertainment are available for residents to enjoy, making sure they have plenty of options to stay active and engaged. The goal of the community is to ensure that each resident has a fulfilling and enjoyable day.
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.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care 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 Memory Care 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.
Does New Mexico Medicaid cover memory care?
New Mexico Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.
How many memory care communities are listed on this page?
This page features 25 memory care communities in Albuquerque, NM. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community 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 memory care communities 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.
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