Overview of Golden Mesa

Golden Mesa, at 151 Roadrunner Pkwy in Las Cruces, is built around a single idea: and that is independent living. Residents keep their own private apartments and run their own schedules, and the community fills in around that: amenities, meals, things to do socially.

You could walk to a few places from here; the Walk Score lands at 44, so some errands are doable on foot, but you’ll want a car for most of them. The building has three stories, and residents can choose private rooms if they want their own separate space inside that setup.

Getting to a doctor’s appointment doesn’t have to mean calling a family member first as Golden Mesa’s transportation services cover that. There’s also fitness and recreation programming on-site, so staying active is built into the schedule instead of something residents have to plan entirely on their own.

This is a community for people who don’t need much help yet and don’t necessarily want it. An apartment that’s actually theirs, a routine they control, and other people nearby if they want the company. Golden Mesa works for residents who are still steering their own lives day to day and just want a little structure sitting underneath that.

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Walk Score: 44 / 100 Rank #106 / 207Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 106th out of 207 homes in New Mexico for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New Mexico facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Mexico that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 2.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Las Cruces's city center to Golden Mesa's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in New Mexico

Golden Mesa is located in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New Mexico.

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Centennial Care Community Benefit

NM Medicaid Centennial Care

Age 65+ or disabled
General New Mexico resident, Medicaid- eligible, long-term care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
NM

Managed care model; rural outreach efforts.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Medical services

New Mexico Caregiver Support Program

NM NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General New Mexico resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
NM

Limited slots; rural focus due to sparse population.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

New Mexico PACE (e.g., InnovAge New Mexico PACE)

Age 55+
General NM resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
NM

Available in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia Counties via InnovAge.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

New Mexico Older Americans Act Services

Age 60+
General NM resident (or spouse of any age); no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; sliding scale fees may apply for some services.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NM

Two AAAs (Albuquerque vs. Non-Metro); services vary by region.

Benefits
Meals (home-delivered or group, ~$5-$7/meal value) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (5 days/year) Adult day care ($50/day)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Mexico Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NM resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits None in NM unique among states
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No asset test; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

New Mexico VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NM resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
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High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Property Tax Rebate for Seniors

New Mexico Property Tax Rebate

Age 65+
General NM resident, homeowner or renter, paid property taxes.
Income Limits (2025) ~$36,000/year individual, projected
Asset Limits Not assessed.
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Rebate up to $250-$500; annual application required.

Benefits
Tax rebate (~$250-$500/year) to offset housing costs

Frequently Asked Questions about Golden Mesa

Is Golden Mesa in a walkable area?

Golden Mesa has a walk score of 44. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of Golden Mesa?

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What is the address of Golden Mesa?

Golden Mesa is located at 151 Roadrunner Pkwy, Las Cruces, NM 88011.

What is the phone number of Golden Mesa?

(575) 616-6076 will put you in contact with the team at Golden Mesa.

Does Golden Mesa provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Golden Mesa is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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