The Village at Northrise – Morningside
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Las Cruces, NM

The Village at Northrise – Morningside

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Las Cruces, NM

Overview of The Village at Northrise – Morningside

The Village at Northrise – Morningside sits on Roadrunner Parkway in Las Cruces. It’s a two-story community with 100 beds offering studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans that suit varying preferences and needs. Currently at 73 percent occupancy, the home maintains flexibility in its available units.

The neighborhood scores 25 on the Walk Score scale. Though most trips need a quick drive, some nearby services and errands are walkable. For families and occupants prioritizing nearby shopping, dining, or services, this setting offers a blend of accessibility and calmer residential surroundings.

The New Mexico Department of Health’s state inspections have generally pointed to compliance with regulations. With no issues affecting direct resident care, recent inspection activity has included facility administration and maintenance items.

A talk with the home would help clarify the look of daily life, services offered, and how families can arrange a visit.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
73
Bed community size
100-bed community Rank #37 / 141Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 37th out of 141 homes we track in New Mexico for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New Mexico facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 25 / 100 Rank #143 / 186Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 143rd out of 186 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
73%
Rank #76 / 106Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 76th out of 106 homes we track in New Mexico for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Mexico average, with its Statewide rank out of 106. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the New Mexico average: 78.9%
Occupied beds
73 / 100
Average occupied beds in New Mexico homes 82 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
CountyDoña Ana

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Village at Northrise – Morningside is administered by Leah Kight.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactLeah Kight (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

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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.

Since 2007 · 19 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 8 deficiencies 17 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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.

Since 2007 vs. New Mexico state average
Overall vs. NM average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than New Mexico average:
• Total deficiencies (73% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (81% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNM Averagevs. NM Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 830 This facility has 73% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (8 vs. NM avg 30).↓ 73% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.52.7 This facility has 81% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (0.5 vs. NM avg 2.7).↓ 81% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNM Averagevs. NM Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1711 This facility has had 55% more total inspections than the New Mexico average (17 vs. NM avg 11). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 55% more

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Village at Northrise – Morningside

1 Bedroom
2 bedroom
Studio

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Address 3.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Las Cruces's city center to The Village at Northrise – Morningside's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Las Cruces

Info below is compiled from the NM Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Village at Northrise – Morningside
AL
MC
Las Cruces
100
Facility 100
NM AVG 68
Rank #37 / 141
Yes
25
Facility 25
NM AVG 48
Rank #143 / 186
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 73.0% Leah Kight-17
8
Facility 8
NM AVG 4
Rank #74 / 82
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 5.3
Rank #41 / 82
8
Facility 8
NM AVG 30
Rank #20 / 82
0.5
Facility 0.5
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #8 / 82
La Posada Assisted Living
AL
RC
Las Cruces
30
Facility 30
NM AVG 68
Rank #92 / 141
No
59
Facility 59
NM AVG 48
Rank #72 / 186
--Nina SalmonMy Physician, Inc10
0
Facility 0
NM AVG 4
Rank #1 / 82
0
Facility 0
NM AVG 5.3
Rank #1 / 82
0
Facility 0
NM AVG 30
Rank #1 / 82
0.0
Facility 0.0
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #1 / 82
Haciendas at Grace Village
AL
MC
Las Cruces
18
Facility 18
NM AVG 68
Rank #101 / 141
No
9
Facility 9
NM AVG 48
Rank #173 / 186
- 50.0% Jeannette M. AcostaHaciendas At Grace Village, LLC16
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 4
Rank #46 / 82
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 5.3
Rank #14 / 82
10
Facility 10
NM AVG 30
Rank #23 / 82
0.6
Facility 0.6
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #10 / 82
Casa Bella Assisted Living
AL
MC
Las Cruces
15
Facility 15
NM AVG 68
Rank #106 / 141
No
18
Facility 18
NM AVG 48
Rank #154 / 186
- 73.3% Jill ShannonSeb Properties, LLC13
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 4
Rank #46 / 82
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 5.3
Rank #14 / 82
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 30
Rank #9 / 82
0.3
Facility 0.3
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #3 / 82
Blue Horizon Boutique Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Las Cruces
15
Facility 15
NM AVG 68
Rank #106 / 141
No
65
Facility 65
NM AVG 48
Rank #53 / 186
- 86.7% Jill ShannonBlue Horizon Properties, Inc8
0
Facility 0
NM AVG 4
Rank #1 / 82
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 5.3
Rank #14 / 82
11
Facility 11
NM AVG 30
Rank #27 / 82
1.4
Facility 1.4
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #24 / 82

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Mexico

The Village at Northrise – Morningside 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
NM

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
NM

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.
NM

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about The Village at Northrise – Morningside

Is The Village at Northrise – Morningside in a walkable area?

The Village at Northrise – Morningside has a walk score of 25. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at The Village at Northrise – Morningside?

The Village at Northrise – Morningside's occupancy is 73%.

Are pets allowed at The Village at Northrise – Morningside?

Yes, The Village at Northrise – Morningside allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for The Village at Northrise – Morningside?

The team at The Village at Northrise – Morningside can be reached at leah.kight1@genesishcc.com.

Who is the administrator of The Village at Northrise – Morningside?

Leah Kight is the administrator of The Village at Northrise – Morningside.

How many beds does The Village at Northrise – Morningside have?

The Village at Northrise – Morningside has 100 beds.

Has The Village at Northrise – Morningside had any deficiencies?

The Village at Northrise – Morningside has had 8 reported deficiencies since 2007 according to records from New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA).

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