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Enchanted Living of New Mexico, located in Albuquerque, NM, is a senior living community offering assisted living services and amenities to its residents. This senior living community provides quality care that is available for both long-term or short-term stay. This includes 24/7 security with an emergency call system, medication management and administration assistance, as well as assistance with daily living activities such as continence care, bathing and dressing.
Additionally, their residents are provided with well balanced meals served daily and snacks that are available throughout the day. They also offer hair and nail services, daily housekeeping and laundry, as well as transportation coordination as added conveniences.
Similar to the New Mexico average: 78.9%Enchanted Living of New Mexico is legally operated by Enchanted Living Of New Mexico, and administrated by Danielle Dacosta.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New Mexico state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 16 | 30 | This facility has 47% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (16 vs. NM avg 30).↓ 47% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2018.
| 2 | 3.8 | This facility has 47% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (2 vs. NM avg 3.8).↓ 47% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on November 15, 2023, found deficiencies related to kitchen sanitation, building maintenance, missing window screens, and failure to conduct monthly fire drills. Earlier inspections were mostly free of deficiencies, with no issues cited in several surveys focused on COVID-19 infection prevention and control. Prior reports noted concerns with facility maintenance and safety procedures, including fire safety and sanitation, but no enforcement actions or fines were listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations during the latest inspection were unsubstantiated. The pattern suggests some recurring maintenance and safety issues, though recent inspections show fewer deficiencies compared to the initial licensing survey.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Building Type: Single-story
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9.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Albuquerque's city center to Enchanted Living of New Mexico's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.64 miles to nearest hospital (Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital)
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Enchanted Living of New Mexico is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New Mexico.
The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.
| Palmilla Senior Living |
RH Retirement Home
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.
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 (Cottonwood Heights) | 95 | No | 31 | - | 78.9% | A+ | Elizabeth Wisneski | Chp Albuquerque Nm Tenant Corp. | 10 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 0.9 |
| MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque |
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.
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 (Countrywood Area) | 85 | Yes | 56 | - | 80.0% | A+ | Efren Gallardo | Ms Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC | 11 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 0.6 |
| MorningStar Assisted Living – Albuquerque |
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 (Countrywood Area) | 85 | No | 56 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ | Efren Gallardo | Ms Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC | - | - | - | - | - |
| Amaran Senior Living |
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.
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 (North Albuquerque Acres) | 82 | No | 55 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 90.2% | A+ | Shellie Sims | Hira LLC | 4 | 2 | 3 | 16 | 4.0 |
| Enchanted Living of New Mexico |
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 (John B. Robert) | 10 | No | 11 | - | 80.0% | A+ | Danielle Dacosta | Enchanted Living Of New Mexico | 9 | 1 | 2 | 16 | 1.8 |
Enchanted Living of New Mexico is in the John B. Robert neighborhood of Albuquerque.
Enchanted Living of New Mexico has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to NM state health department records, Enchanted Living of New Mexico's license expires on August 31, 2026.
Enchanted Living of New Mexico's occupancy is 80%.
The team at Enchanted Living of New Mexico can be reached at [email protected].
Danielle Dacosta is the administrator of Enchanted Living of New Mexico.
Enchanted Living of New Mexico has 10 beds.
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