Westwind House
About this community
Occupancy
Westwind House is administrated by Maria R. Duarte.
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.
Inspection Scorecard
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.
Since 2004 vs. New Mexico state average• Total deficiencies (150% above)
• Deficiencies per year (143% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | NM Average | vs. NM Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 75 | 30 | This facility has 150% more total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (75 vs. NM avg 30).↑ 150% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 3.4 | 1.4 | This facility has 143% more deficiencies per year than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (3.4 vs. NM avg 1.4).↑ 143% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on October 24, 2024, cited deficiencies related to staff qualifications, incomplete individual service plans, resident rights protections, and unsafe storage of oxygen tanks and hazardous chemicals. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of similar issues, including unsecured hazardous materials, incomplete documentation, and safety concerns such as fire safety and medication management. Complaint investigations included a substantiated case involving missing resident funds and fraudulent use of a debit card, with law enforcement involvement; other complaints were mostly unsubstantiated. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows recurring challenges in staff compliance, resident care documentation, and safety practices, with no clear improvement trend in recent years.
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Westwind House is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Westwind House
Who is the owner of Westwind House?
The legal owner and operator of Westwind House is Quilted Care Ltd., Co..
When does Westwind House's license expire?
According to NM state health department records, Westwind House's license expires on March 31, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Westwind House?
Westwind House's occupancy is 90%.
What is the best email address for Westwind House?
The team at Westwind House can be reached at [email protected].
Who is the administrator of Westwind House?
Maria R. Duarte is the administrator of Westwind House.
How many beds does Westwind House have?
Westwind House has 48 beds.
Are there photos of Westwind House?
Yes — there is 1 photo of Westwind House in the photo gallery on this page.
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