Nursing Home

Casa del Sol Center

Nursing Home

Casa del Sol Center

2905 Missouri Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88011 View map
Overview of Casa Del Sol Center

Casa Del Sol Center, located in Las Cruces, New Mexico, is an exceptional senior care facility that upholds the highest nursing home quality measures. Here, they go above and beyond to ensure that residents receive the utmost care and attention. They continuously monitor and assess their performance across various quality measures, striving for continuous improvement in all aspects of care delivery.
From medication management to infection control, fall prevention to resident satisfaction, Casa Del Sol Center excels in meeting and exceeding these measures, ensuring the well-being and safety of their residents. The nursing home also met the qualifications for Medicare. Their commitment to meeting Medicare’s stringent criteria is a testament to their unwavering dedication to providing the highest level of care and services to their residents.

(575) 522-0404

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
3/5
New Mexico average: 2.9/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
3/5
New Mexico average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
New Mexico average: 3.0/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5
New Mexico average: 3.7/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 37m per day

This home provides 8% less nursing time per resident than the New Mexico average.

New Mexico average: 3h 56m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 14m per day 28m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 62

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the New Mexico average
Occupancy rate 93.7%
Residents per day (avg) 57
Occupancy rate
93.7%
Residents per day (avg)
57

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

39% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 29 days

Private pay

50% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 - 4 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$7.9M
Profit
$1.2M
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$7,909,280.00
Profit
$1,207,881.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.0M
37.7% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.7M
Total costs $6.7M
Bed community size
62-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 50 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
94%
In line with New Mexico average
Occupied beds
58 / 62
Average residents 82 per day

License details

Facility type
Nursing Home
Status Active
Expiration August 31, 2026

Additional licensing details

Awards: Bronze AHCA Quality Award

Ownership & operating entity

Casa del Sol Center is legally operated by PEAK MEDICAL LAS CRUCES, LLC, and administrated by WENDY SMITH.

Safety & Compliance

Safety Features: Alarm system to aid in the security of residents with cognitive deficits

Care Services

Accepts Medicaid
Accepts Medicare
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

ShortStay care
LongTerm care
Palliative care
Rehabilitation therapy

Contact Information

Fax: (575) 532-1238

Amenities & Lifestyle

Private and Semi-Private Rooms
Private bathroom
Fully air conditioned
Individual climate control
Activity room
Fitness room
Beautiful Garden(s) / Courtyard(s)
Conveniently Located
Beauty Salon / Barber Services
Cable Television
Dining Room
Alarm system to aid in the security of residents with cognitive deficits
Complimentary laundry facility on-site
Housekeeping
Laundry facility on-site
Mail and Newspaper Service
Pharmaceutical delivery service
Phone service
Telephone

Programs & Activities

Activities
Cultural, educational, religious and social activities; Recreation activities
Specific Programs
ShortStay care, LongTerm care, Palliative care, Rehabilitation therapy, Physical therapy, Occupational therapy, Speech therapy, Orthopedic Rehabilitation, VA Contracted, On-site Medical Director, On-site Nurse Practitioner, Attending Physicians, Registered Nurses, IV Therapy, Colostomy care, Dental care, Personal care, Podiatry care, Psychiatric services, Wound care, X-ray, Hospice care, Case management, Dietary and nutrition needs management, Discharge planning, Individual treatment plans, Medication management, Coordinated transportation, Cultural, educational, religious and social activities, Recreation activities, Interpreter services

Types of Care at Casa del Sol Center

Nursing Home
Contact Casa del Sol Center

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.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid Medicare

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

New Mexico average 6.8


Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total health citations 46
Citations per inspection
15.33

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

45 of 46 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 46 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 1.1


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 1.3

0 critical citations More info New Mexico average: 1.1

0 serious citations More info New Mexico average: 1.3

46 moderate citations More info New Mexico average: 45.6

0 minor citations More info New Mexico average: 0.6
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Mar 18, 2025
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Mar 18, 2025
Corrected

Environmental moderate citation Mar 18, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Mar 18, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Las Cruces

The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.
Casa del Sol Center
SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Las Cruces
62
50
SMITH, WENDY
93.7%
$7,906,502.00
$2,985,669.00
37.8%
57
3/5
3.6100
3/5
2/5
4/5
1
46
-20%
-10%
+19%
Mesilla Valley Hospice & Palliative Care
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

HC

Hospice Care

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

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Address 3.7 miles from city center — 0.34 miles to nearest hospital (Surgery Center of Las Cruces - Telshor)

Address 2905 Missouri Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88011

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

97
Total Staff
89
Employees
8
Contractors
22,343
Total Hours (Quarter)
34
Avg Staff/Day
7.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse97.6 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse147.5 No
Certified Nursing Assistant297.2 No
Staff by Category
Administration
5 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
63 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
4 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services
15 staff
6.3hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
4 staff
7hs shift avg
Dietary Services
5 staff
7hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
1%
of total hours from contractors
228 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 2 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 4 Medical Director: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant290299,28291100%7.2
Licensed Practical Nurse140143,58691100%7.5
Medication Aide/Technician4041,0108897%8.5
Registered Nurse8199317886%7.6
Other Dietary Services Staff5059228695%7.1
RN Director of Nursing3038786571%5.4
Nurse Aide in Training4046656066%7.2
Physical Therapy Aide3036616976%5.2
Administrator4045766369%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician2025356369%8.3
Clinical Nurse Specialist2024906167%7.9
Speech Language Pathologist2024836470%7.4
Other Social Services Staff1014656470%7.3
Qualified Social Worker3034526369%6.8
Nurse Practitioner2024245459%7.9
Physical Therapy Assistant2023975257%7.5
Mental Health Service Worker1013625156%7.1
Occupational Therapy Aide0221543437%3.6
Occupational Therapy Assistant044481112%4.3
Medical Director0112444%6

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
57 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
7 residents (12.3%)
Medicaid
40 residents (70.2%)
Private pay or other
10 residents (17.5%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 8.5
12% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 9.6

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 22.3
22% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 18.3

Long-stay resident measures
Above average New Mexico avg: 3.6 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 15.9%
In line with New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 15.6%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 19.4%
6% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 18.3%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 31.5%
50% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 21.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.4%
27% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 3.3%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.2%
28% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 5.8%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.5%
48% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 1.0%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 0.5%
91% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 5.8%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.5%
70% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 1.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 13.1%
In line with New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 12.7%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 97.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.3%
In line with New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 98.7%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.86
78% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 1.61

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 3.13
19% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 2.64

Short-stay resident measures
Above average New Mexico avg: 3.7 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 89.6%
In line with New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 86.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.0%
28% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 1.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 93.6%
8% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 86.4%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 21.4%
In line with New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 21.3%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 20.3%
28% worse than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 15.9%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 66.7%
24% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 60.1%
19% better than New Mexico average

New Mexico average: 50.6%

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Financial Aid for New Mexico Seniors

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Centennial Care Community Benefit

NM Medicaid Centennial Care

Age 65+ or disabled, New Mexico resident, Medicaid- eligible, long-term care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).

Managed care model; rural outreach efforts.

New Mexico Caregiver Support Program

NM NFCSP Respite

Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), New Mexico resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited slots; rural focus due to sparse population.

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

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

Age 55+, NM resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

Available in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia Counties via InnovAge.

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

New Mexico Older Americans Act Services

Age 60+, NM resident (or spouse of any age); no income/asset limits.

None; sliding scale fees may apply for some services.

Not assessed.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Mexico Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, NM resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

None in NM (unique among states).

No asset test; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

New Mexico LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, NM resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers oil, gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

New Mexico SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, NM resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

New Mexico VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, NM resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Property Tax Rebate for Seniors

New Mexico Property Tax Rebate

Age 65+, NM resident, homeowner or renter, paid property taxes.

~$36,000/year (individual, projected).

Not assessed.

Rebate up to $250-$500; annual application required.

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