Compare Memory Care around Santa Fe (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.
| Kingston Residences of Santa Fe | MC AL IL 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 |
| The Montecito Santa Fé | MC AL IL | Santa Fe (Rodeo Road) | 52
Facility
52
NM AVG
69
Rank
#80 / 148 | No |
26
Facility
26
NM AVG
43
Rank
#141 / 208 | - |
67.3%
Facility
67.3%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#93 / 115 | - | Mr. Edgar Ortiz | Lifehouse Santa Fe Operations, LLC | 19 | 4
Facility
4
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#58 / 114 | 11
Facility
11
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#100 / 114 | 58
Facility
58
NM AVG
30
Rank
#90 / 114 | 3.1
Facility
3.1
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#58 / 114 |
| The Legacy at Santa Fe | MC AL RC | Santa Fe (Avenida Aldea) | 86
Facility
86
NM AVG
69
Rank
#52 / 148 | No |
0
Facility
0
NM AVG
43
Rank
#187 / 208 | - |
87.2%
Facility
87.2%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#44 / 115 | - | Tohnia Miller | Lasf Tenant, LLC | 23 | 7
Facility
7
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#96 / 114 | 14
Facility
14
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#108 / 114 | 70
Facility
70
NM AVG
30
Rank
#98 / 114 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#55 / 114 |
| Brookdale Santa Fe | MC AL IL 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 |
| Sierra Vista Retirement Community | MC AL HC PC | Santa Fe | 24
Facility
24
NM AVG
69
Rank
#104 / 148 | No |
17
Facility
17
NM AVG
43
Rank
#159 / 208 | - |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#1 / 115 | A+ | Caroline Andrade | Vista Living Communities | 12 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#33 / 114 | 5
Facility
5
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#54 / 114 | 28
Facility
28
NM AVG
30
Rank
#55 / 114 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#41 / 114 |
| La Secoya de El Castillo | MC AL IL NC | Santa Fe | - | Yes |
74
Facility
74
NM AVG
43
Rank
#28 / 208 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| El Castillo | MC AL IL NC | Santa Fe (East Alameda Street) | - | Yes |
82
Facility
82
NM AVG
43
Rank
#7 / 208 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A- | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Beehive Homes | MC AL RC | Santa Fe | 15
Facility
15
NM AVG
69
Rank
#113 / 148 | No |
28
Facility
28
NM AVG
43
Rank
#138 / 208 | - |
93.3%
Facility
93.3%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#25 / 115 | - | Danica O\'Neal | Santa Fe Hive LLC | 10 | 7
Facility
7
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#96 / 114 | 7
Facility
7
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#70 / 114 | 31
Facility
31
NM AVG
30
Rank
#62 / 114 | 3.1
Facility
3.1
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#58 / 114 |
| Vista Hermosa | MC HC | Santa Fe (Town And Country) | - | No |
17
Facility
17
NM AVG
43
Rank
#159 / 208 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community | MC AL IL | Santa Fe | 80
Facility
80
NM AVG
69
Rank
#58 / 148 | No |
0
Facility
0
NM AVG
43
Rank
#187 / 208 | - |
46.3%
Facility
46.3%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#104 / 115 | - | Edgar Ortiz | - | 2 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#33 / 114 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#14 / 114 | 10
Facility
10
NM AVG
30
Rank
#24 / 114 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#77 / 114 |
| Kingston Residence of Santa Fe | MC AL IL RC | Santa Fe | - | No |
43
Facility
43
NM AVG
43
Rank
#110 / 208 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| El Castillo Memory Center | AL | Santa Fe | 11 | — | — | — | — | — | Carole Peet | El Castillo Retirement Residneces, INC | — | — | — | — | — |
| El Castillo Retirement Residences | AL | Santa Fe | 26 | — | — | — | — | — | Carole Peet | El Castillo Retirement Residences | — | — | — | — | — |
| Eye Surgery Centers of NM Dba Surgery Center of Santa Fe | AL | Santa Fe | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | Vicki Rael | Eye Associates Of New Mexico | — | — | — | — | — |
| Marbella Santa Fe | AL | Santa Fe | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | Pamela Plaza | Vop Santa Fe, LLC | — | — | — | — | — |
| Vista Hermosa | AL | Santa Fe | 14 | — | — | — | — | — | Stephanie Romero | Vlc II, LLC | — | — | — | — | — |
Overview of Kingston Residence of Santa Fe
Kingston Residence of Santa Fe is an extraordinary environment that epitomizes comfort and showcases specialized living spaces. Their top-notch assisted living and memory care services reflect a commitment to excellence. With breathtaking Mountain Views, exquisite bedroom furniture, and private balconies, residents enjoy a truly majestic experience. The facility maintains stringent senior care standards, with dedicated practitioners and a 24-hour in-house emergency response system readily available. Accommodation options range from studios to one or two-bedroom units, each exuding a cozy charm enhanced by meticulously selected bedroom furniture.
This pet-friendly community takes pride in providing comprehensive housekeeping and laundry services. Secure entrances and admissions ensure peace of mind, while around-the-clock guest hours cater to the convenience of families. Kingston Residence is conveniently located near shopping and dining establishments, including the Santa Fe Plaza Mall, and offers easy access to downtown Santa Fe, a mere 15-minute drive away. Immerse yourself in a captivating environment where nutrition, wellness, and a vibrant lifestyle converge seamlessly. Kingston Residence of Santa Fe is your gateway to a world of limitless possibilities.
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 Santa Fe, 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 11 memory care communities in Santa Fe, NM. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community in Santa Fe, 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 Santa Fe, 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 Santa Fe, 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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