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Albuquerque, New Mexico, is an inviting Southwestern city with stunning mountain vistas, wonderful cultural attractions, and an average of over 300 days of sunshine per year. Albuquerque residents tend to be especially family-oriented, making senior care and quality of life an essential priority. Since keeping aging loved ones in the care of a younger generation is not possible for all families, Albuquerque’s care communities strive to bridge the gap and foster warm relationships with senior residents and their family members for a full spectrum of care, from physical well-being to mental health and quality of life.
Most of Albuquerque’s memory care facilities are integrated with additional care types, such as assisted living. The city also features residential memory care facilities, which are typically single-family homes adapted to accommodate multiple senior residents. A Place for Mom partners with 18 memory care communities within a 10-mile radius of the Albuquerque city center. Over half of these communities are residential, offering a familial setting in a peaceful neighborhood.
We’ve created this useful guide to Albuquerque memory care based on our extensive senior living experience, proprietary data, and access to local senior living experts. Find information about payment options, health and safety regulations, and other resources for Albuquerque memory care below.
Types of care available in Albuquerque, NM
Memory Care
A very home type welcoming atmosphere . From my observation very skilled caring staff, the handling of residents is gentle and careful. Yes, housekeeping is available. The extra curricular activities are great. They bring in families and residents seem to be comfortable and enjoy being there.
The staff was very welcoming. Any questions I had were answered promptly. The residents are friendly and inclusive. There are activities to satisfy the interests of almost anyone. There are two socials a week that are well attended. This is one of the cleanest independent living facilities I have seen. One advantage is that there is also an assisted living side of the building. These folks are integrated into the general population for meals, activities and socials. I love the layout of my apartment.
My mom is eating the meal. It is not like home cooking but I think it is good. The staff are good people who help out very well. I am pleased that she is getting taken care of.The staff assist with her ADL and there has been no problems. A Place For Mom helped us find this community. They are able to provide the most care for her needs.
1024 Lead Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
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7300 Ottawa Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
7611 Indian School Rd. Northeast, Albuquerque, NM 87110
11601 Bellamah Ave Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87112
7500 Oakland Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113
10501 Lagrima De Oro Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
10916 Juan Tabo Pl NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
1729 Wellspring Ave SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
4075 Jackie Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Albuquerque memory care costs an average of $4,741 per month, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data.[01] This figure represents the cost of room and board in a memory care facility, as well as any additional costs for add-ons and amenities, averaged from what real families referred to memory care by A Place for Mom paid for their loved ones’ senior care in 2022.
Examples of add-ons that may affect the cost of memory care include the following:
The figures in the chart below represent baseline costs for memory care in Albuquerque and nearby cities, and do not include costs of optional services and amenities. They should give you a sense of how Albuquerque compares to other nearby cities.
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Albuquerque residents have several private and public assistance options to choose from to help pay for memory care. By first assessing your loved one’s unique financial situation, you can determine the best way to cover the costs of their memory care needs. Even while using private methods to pay for care, make sure to apply for any additional benefits seniors may qualify for in your area. There may be assistance available to your loved one that can help their private pay options go further.
Private pay methods can include your loved one’s income sources such as savings, pensions, returns on investments, and Social Security benefits. Additional private pay options may include the following:
New Mexico memory care facilities are licensed and regulated by the New Mexico Department of Health‘s Division of Health Improvement, Health Facility Licensing and Certification Bureau. New Mexico regulations require that memory care facilities provide the following services:
The state’s memory care regulations also include the following staff requirements:
Memory care facilities are required to follow state building code standards, including the following:
Additionally, memory care facilities must keep the following documentation on the premises:
Inspection reports on New Mexico senior care facilities can be viewed through a search of the Health Care Provider Survey Reports. To look up a particular facility’s inspection report using this tool, select the category of care provider from the drop down menu, and then narrow your search by entering the county, the city, or the name of the specific organization you’re searching for.
Memory care facilities are required to have a diagnosis from each resident’s physician of their need to be in memory care. Memory care facilities may require secured indoor and outdoor environments. A memory care facility or secured unit must have at least one awake staff member at all times.
Most COVID-19 restrictions in New Mexico have been lifted. However, New Mexico skilled nursing and assisted living communities, including memory care, continue to have a few guidelines in place.
Testing. Nursing homes and assisted living communities in Albuquerque must not admit visitors who have tested positive for COVID-19 until 10 days past their positive test, provided that they have no symptoms at that time.
Masking. Visitors to nursing and assisted living facilities are encouraged to wear a face mask, especially if they are visiting a resident who has tested positive for COVID-19.[06]
Number of in-network assisted living facilities in market
Albuquerque is rich in culture, with wonderful food, music, and scenery. Characteristic of the Southwestern United States, Albuquerque is also a very family-focused area. While many families prefer to care for their aging loved ones in their home, this is not a viable option for every family. Albuquerque memory care communities strive to be as family-forward as possible.
Explore the unique aspects of Albuquerque memory care below.
A Place for Mom partners with nine residential care homes in Albuquerque. Unlike larger senior care facilities, residential care homes are typically single-family homes that have been modified to accommodate a limited number of senior residents. Residential care homes are micro-communities, and generally offer a higher staff-to-resident ratio in a home-like environment. Smaller communities like these can be ideal for memory care, as residents may have less to overwhelm them and fewer new faces to get used to.
Albuquerque residential communities typically offer both assisted living and memory care. Residential communities’ neighborhood settings give them a cozy, often quiet atmosphere, and their small size can give residents a sense of normalcy. Albuquerque residential care homes are subject to the same regulation standards as other assisted living facilities. Residents are offered quality meals, care services, laundry and housekeeping, and enrichment activities, but may also receive more one-on-one attention due to the size of the community.
Many Albuquerque memory care facilities are integrated with senior living communities that offer multiple types of care, such as combinations of assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing. A Place for Mom partners with seven multi-leveled communities that include memory care. These communities make it easier for residents to transition to a support level that fits them if their needs change in the future. This enables residents to age in place without the stress of having to switch communities. As there are not always enough memory care openings to meet demands in the area, these multi-level care communities also enable seniors in mild stages of dementia to begin in assisted living even when memory care is full. Multiple care types together also offer more variety among residents, often giving more opportunity for friendships and community engagement, regardless of an individual’s specific level of need.
Many of Albuquerque’s assisted living communities offer amenities like movie theaters, barber shop/beauty salons, fitness centers, and restaurant-style dining, so that residents can keep up their usual routines and pleasures without the hassle of a commute. Memory care communities often have secure areas where residents can safely take walks and maintain their autonomy, while also ensuring their safety. These communities also offer activities designed to support cognitive function to improve seniors’ quality of life.
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Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the Albuquerque population
Albuquerque seniors have access to several reputable medical centers, many of which specialize in long-term acute care and rehabilitative stays. These types of facilities strive to reduce the risk of re-hospitalization, which can be especially important to the health of seniors.
The largest hospital in the state of New Mexico, Presbyterian Hospital is ranked No. 1 in Albuquerque according to U.S. News and World Report. Presbyterian offers a full range of medical and surgical procedures.
AMG Specialty Hospital Albuquerque offers extended critical care and recovery stays for patients to help lower the risk of re-hospitalization. AMG Specialty has higher staff-to-patient ratios and the level of care of an intensive care unit (ICU), but offers longer stays than most standard hospitals.
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Albuquerque offers inpatient rehabilitation for a number of medical needs, such as traumatic brain injury, stroke, orthopedic injury or surgery, illness, and more. Encompass Health is typically able to accept Medicare and Medicaid.
Kindred Hospital Albuquerque offers long-term acute care. Patients at Kindred Hospital can receive the same comprehensive care offered by a standard hospital for an extended period.
While the neighborhoods and residential areas of Albuquerque are walkable, the commercial areas like shopping and dining generally require vehicle access. Of our partnered memory care communities in Albuquerque, 89% offer on-site transportation. These services may come at an additional cost, depending on the community’s policy.
Albuquerque offers senior transportation services for those aged 60 and up. Seniors are offered curb-to-curb van transport to medical appointments, restaurants, activities, and shopping, with wheelchair accommodations available for those who need it. Many of these services require reservations, which can be made by calling 505-764-6464.
Albuquerque’s main transit system is known as ABQ RIDE. ABQ RIDE offers monthly passes, assistance with planning your route, and a Guaranteed Ride Home system. The Guaranteed Ride Home system is ABQ’s “commuter insurance,” and it ensures that in the case of an emergency, such as a passenger missing the last ride, ABQ will make sure that the passenger is still safely picked up and driven home.
With dramatic mountain ranges and over 300 days of sunshine per year, Albuquerque is an inviting oasis amidst Southwestern desert. Albuquerque is the hot air balloon capital of the world, and in the summertime, the skies, which also feature gorgeous mountain vistas, are frequently dotted with brightly colored balloons. Residents of all ages can enjoy the views of the marvelous annual International Balloon Festival.
The city has many senior and multigenerational centers where older residents can form relationships with other locals in their same phase of life. Albuquerque seniors can enjoy concerts and lectures, participate in lifelong learning classes, and take up hobbies like pottery and other art forms. Senior centers also feature indoor and outdoor sporting adventures including skiing, hiking, and aerobics.
For food-lovers, Albuquerque is a destination city. Albuquerque’s restaurant options have something for everyone, with special emphasis on Southwestern favorites like Mexican cuisine and savory barbeque. Old Town Albuquerque is a great place to get a little of everything — from food and craft beverages to one-of-a-kind local boutiques.
Albuquerque has an abundance of family-friendly attractions, such as nature centers and museums, and the BioPark Zoo, Aquarium, and Botanical gardens. The Visit Albuquerque website has a list of coupons, activities for under $10, and even free activities, so the whole family can enjoy outings without breaking the bank. Visit places like the Breaking Bad RV Tour, Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm, Creativity Warehouse, the American International Rattlesnake Museum, and more. The city is also rich with performing arts, so even individuals who aren’t as mobile are able to enjoy the city’s wonderful cultural offerings.
Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, Morada Quintessence and Albuquerque Grand Senior Living are the top-rated Memory Care facilities near Albuquerque, NM. These Memory Care facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Memory Care in Albuquerque is 4,544 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
A Place for Mom. (2022). A Place for Mom proprietary data.
United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101): Albuquerque. [Data set]. American Community Survey.
New Mexico Human Services Department. (2019, January 1). Managed Care Program Community Benefit.
New Mexico Human Services Department. (2006, December 1). Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly.
New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement, Health Facility Licensing and Certification Bureau. (2010, January 15). Assisted Living Facilities for Adults.
New Mexico Department of Health Aging and Long-Term Services Department. (2022, February 7). Addendum to letter of direction updated December 14, 2021 for long-term care facilities.
United States Census Bureau. (2021). Population 65 Years and Over in the United States (S0103): Albuquerque. [Data set]. American Community Survey.
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