Occupancy rate
90%
Higher than the New Mexico average: 78.9%Camino Retirement Apartments
Assisted Living in Albuquerque
Camino Retirement Apartments
Assisted Living in Albuquerque
Overview of Camino Retirement Apartments
A blissful senior living community located in Lomas, North East Albuquerque, NM, Camino Retirement Apartments offers independent living and assisted living. With its spacious and well-designed floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments, the community provides a retirement like no other. Providing care since 1972, Camino Retirement Apartments excels in delivering round-the-clock care and assistance with a dedicated and friendly team.
Camino Retirement Apartments values the independence of its residents, encouraging them to live freely while taking care of their necessities. Catering to its residents’ dietary needs and cravings, the community serves chef-prepared healthy and delightful meals three times daily with snacks in between. With a warm and welcoming environment, the community includes wonderful amenities that keep the seniors active and engaged.
12 years of experience
CJ Patterson has served as Executive Director of Camino Retirement Apartments for the past 12 years and has been with the community for nearly 20 years. He is deeply committed to the residents and their families, taking great pride in supporting them. CJ’s extensive experience working in every department and living on-site reflects his dedication to fostering a warm, thriving community.
105-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
54 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 80 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the New Mexico average: 78.9%Occupied beds
95 / 105
Average residents
82 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationNovember 30, 2026
CountyBernalillo
Camino Retirement Apartments is legally operated by Quilted Care Ltd., and administrated by Mr. Charles Patterson.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMr. Charles Patterson
Accept Medicaid
Independent
Assisted
Email
[email protected]
Fax(505) 298-0641
Specific ProgramsEvents & activities
Operating HoursMon - Fri 8am - 5pm, Sat/Sun 8am - 5pm
What does this home offer?
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Camino Retirement Apartments
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Inspection History
In New Mexico, the Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement is the primary regulatory authority that conducts unannounced inspections and investigates quality of care complaints.
17 visits/inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
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Latest inspection
Date
July 30, 2025
Complaint Investigation40 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New Mexico average: 30 deficiencies
2.4 deficiencies per inspection
Inspection Report Summary for Camino Retirement Apartments
The most recent inspection on July 30, 2025, identified deficiencies related to hazardous chemical storage near gas-fired boilers and unsafe conditions in the boiler room floor. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues including medication administration errors causing resident harm, deficiencies in resident rights, staff training, fire safety, and maintenance. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, though some were substantiated with cited deficiencies, including a notable medication error requiring emergency treatment and failures in incident reporting. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history shows recurring concerns with safety and maintenance, with no clear trend of consistent improvement or worsening over time.
Compare Assisted Living around Albuquerque The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.
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| Camino Retirement Apartments |
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 (Monterey Manor) | 105 | No | 80 | - | 90.5% | A+ | Mr. Charles Patterson | Quilted Care Ltd. | 17 | 7 | 7 | 40 |
| Brookdale Valencia |
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 (South San Pedro) | 100 | Yes | 79 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ | Candace Guerrero | Blc Albuquerque-Gc, Llc | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brookdale Tramway Ridge |
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.
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. | Albuquerque (S Y Jackson) | 40 | Yes | 49 | - | 100.0% | A+ | Jose Ruvalcaba | Brookdale Place Of Albuquerque, Llc | 24 | 11 | 13 | 78 |
| Haven Care Evergreen |
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.
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. | Albuquerque | - | No | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Haven Care Cottonwood House |
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.
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. | Albuquerque | - | No | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Kerrie Sena
The staff at Camino have been so attentive and helpful. They really focus on the person. And this is the ONLY retirement facility that has an actual Mass every single week for residents who want to attend.
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