Best Memory Care in New Mexico

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Jun 2026

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57 homes in New Mexico

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and New Mexico Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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


MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	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 & Memory Care of Santa Fe	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	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	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	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
Avista Senior Living Albuquerque	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	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 Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	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
Brookdale Tramway Ridge	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	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
BeeHive Homes of Roswell	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	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	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	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 Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	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 Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	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
BeeHive Homes of Enchanted Hills	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Rio Rancho (High Ridge Estates)	15 Facility 15 NM AVG 69 Rank #113 / 148	Yes	11 Facility 11 NM AVG 43 Rank #169 / 208	Private / Shared Rooms	73.3% Facility 73.3% NM AVG 78.5% Rank #80 / 115	A+	Megan Smith	Rio Hive LLC	9	5 Facility 5 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #80 / 114	8 Facility 8 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #74 / 114	35 Facility 35 NM AVG 30 Rank #66 / 114	3.9 Facility 3.9 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #65 / 114
BeeHive Homes of Alamogordo	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Alamogordo (Mission Hills)	15 Facility 15 NM AVG 69 Rank #113 / 148	Yes	9 Facility 9 NM AVG 43 Rank #173 / 208	Private / Shared Rooms	-	A+	Shonna Lawson	Alamocare,LLC	-	-	-	-	-
BeeHive Homes of Farmington	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Farmington	12 Facility 12 NM AVG 69 Rank #133 / 148	Yes	63 Facility 63 NM AVG 43 Rank #60 / 208	Private / Shared Rooms	100.0% Facility 100.0% NM AVG 78.5% Rank #1 / 115	A+	Bernadette Kovacs	Worker Bee, LLC	4	2 Facility 2 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #33 / 114	3 Facility 3 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #31 / 114	32 Facility 32 NM AVG 30 Rank #64 / 114	8.0 Facility 8.0 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #103 / 114
Casa de Paz Senior Assisted Living	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Rio Rancho (Corrales Heights)	10 Facility 10 NM AVG 69 Rank #137 / 148	No	51 Facility 51 NM AVG 43 Rank #94 / 208	Private Rooms	100.0% Facility 100.0% NM AVG 78.5% Rank #1 / 115	A+	Adam Stanley	Casa De Shalom, LLC	11	4 Facility 4 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #58 / 114	4 Facility 4 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #43 / 114	13 Facility 13 NM AVG 30 Rank #29 / 114	1.2 Facility 1.2 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #20 / 114
BeeHive Homes of Farmington III	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Farmington	15 Facility 15 NM AVG 69 Rank #113 / 148	Yes	31 Facility 31 NM AVG 43 Rank #131 / 208	Private / Shared Rooms	66.7% Facility 66.7% NM AVG 78.5% Rank #94 / 115	A+	Bernadette Kovacs	Worker Bee, LLC	10	4 Facility 4 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #58 / 114	5 Facility 5 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #54 / 114	29 Facility 29 NM AVG 30 Rank #58 / 114	2.9 Facility 2.9 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #53 / 114

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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.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

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

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

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

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

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

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

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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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 57 memory care communities in New Mexico. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.

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