MorningStar at North Ridge
MorningStar at North Ridge is an Assisted Living Home in New Mexico
MorningStar at North Ridge is an Assisted Living Home in New Mexico
MorningStar at North Ridge
MorningStar at North Ridge is an Assisted Living Home in New Mexico
MorningStar at North Ridge is an Assisted Living Home in New Mexico
MorningStar at Northridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is an esteemed memory care community located in New Mexico. As a family-owned establishment, they are dedicated to providing exceptional care and respect to individuals with dementia. With their specialized focus on Alzheimer’s and memory-related conditions, they have developed the exclusive Meaningful Moments program. This innovative program incorporates personal details and preferences from each resident’s life story, creating a nurturing environment that fosters comfort and a sense of purpose.
MorningStar at Northridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is an esteemed memory care community located in New Mexico. As a family-owned establishment, they are dedicated to providing exceptional care and respect to individuals with dementia. With their specialized focus on Alzheimer’s and memory-related conditions, they have developed the exclusive Meaningful Moments program. This innovative program incorporates personal details and preferences from each resident’s life story, creating a nurturing environment that fosters comfort and a sense of purpose.
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About this community
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Ownership & operating entity
MorningStar at North Ridge is legally operated by NORTH RIDGE MANAGEMENT NM, LLC, and administrated by Morgan O\'Roark.
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What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
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Types of Care at MorningStar at North Ridge
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.
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The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Respite Care
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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9.8 miles from city center
8101 Palomas Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
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- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Managed care model; rural outreach efforts.
- Services: 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.
- General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), New Mexico resident.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable.
- NM Specifics: Limited slots; rural focus due to sparse population.
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$65/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
- General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Available in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia Counties via InnovAge.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.
- General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Two AAAs (Albuquerque vs. Non-Metro); services vary by region.
- Services: Meals (home-delivered or group, ~$5-$7/meal value), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (5 days/year), adult day care ($50/day).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
- NM Specifics: No asset test; includes Extra Help for Part D.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
- General: Age 60+ prioritized, NM resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.
- NM Specifics: Covers oil, gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency fuel ($450 max), weatherization.
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, NM resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- NM Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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).
- NM Specifics: High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
- General: Age 65+, NM resident, homeowner or renter, paid property taxes.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$36,000/year (individual, projected).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- NM Specifics: Rebate up to $250-$500; annual application required.
- Services: Tax rebate (~$250-$500/year) to offset housing costs.
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for New Mexico Seniors
Centennial Care Community Benefit
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Managed care model; rural outreach efforts.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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
Requirements:
- General:Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), New Mexico resident.
- Income Limits:No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable.
- NM Specifics:Limited slots; rural focus due to sparse population.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, 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 Specifics:Available in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia Counties via InnovAge.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.
Older Americans Act (OAA) Services
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, 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 Specifics:Two AAAs (Albuquerque vs. Non-Metro); services vary by region.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
- NM Specifics:No asset test; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ prioritized, NM resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025):~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed; income-focused.
- NM Specifics:Covers oil, gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency fuel ($450 max), weatherization.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, NM resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- NM Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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).
- NM Specifics:High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, NM resident, homeowner or renter, paid property taxes.
- Income Limits (2025):~$36,000/year (individual, projected).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- NM Specifics:Rebate up to $250-$500; annual application required.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Tax rebate (~$250-$500/year) to offset housing costs.
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