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Albuquerque is known for its rich cultural diversity, delicious Southwestern cuisine, scenic mountain ranges, and temperate climate. Albuquerque is a family-oriented city, where the younger generations take care of their aging loved ones. The area’s assisted living communities strive to offer a homelike environment with engaging relationships within the community, as well as continued communication with residents’ own families. Seniors in Albuquerque assisted living are provided with a variety of personalized care services and have access to the best food, culture, and entertainment the city has to offer.
With 25 partnered assisted living communities within a 10-mile radius from downtown, Albuquerque seniors have options. This guide is based on A Place for Mom’s proprietary data from those 25 communities and is informed by our over two decades’ worth of experience in the senior living industry and local senior living experts. Browse Albuquerque assisted living facilities according to your specific needs — support services, amenities, budget-conscious, pet accommodations, social and enrichment offerings, and more. Find information about payment options, local long-term care services, facility health and safety regulations, and other important resources for Albuquerque seniors.
Types of care available in Albuquerque, NM
Assisted Living
After touring several different assisted living facilities and being told they cannot accommodate someone who needs a two-person lift, my husband and I toured Goodlife Senior Living. We met with [name removed], the manager, and she was the first person to sit with us and tell us that everything can be worked out. She treated us with empathy and humanity during a very stressful time. The facility itself is very clean and feels more like a home than a facility. The private rooms are large and inviting with a private bath.
It is a great community. Everyone is welcoming and caring. Food is amazing. Lots of activities. We picked it because it's so alive. Always something going on. You walk in the front door and it's warm and inviting.
The staff members at Willowood Assisted Living are so great and friendly and our loved one is really well taken care of. He always looks clean and is being fed really well. We have absolutely no complaints or see any red flags with this community. His favorite thing is sitting outside in the courtyard to enjoy the fresh air. They have people come and play music for the residents. They have exercises, and what we really liked is before our loved one moved in they already had a dresser and a bed for him. The community does not feel clinical at all, not sterile but like a home. Also communication is very important to our family and they communicate with us about everything no matter how big or small something may be.
6401 Corona Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113
The care has been good and I am happy with the care. The staff are helpful and attentive for my dad. The meals are good and my dad likes the food. I would recommend the services if they needed and can afford...
9215 Layton Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
This assisted living facility is fantastic! My loved one was very well cared for and happy at this home. The staff is very attentive and caring. The food is home-made daily and delicious. They have art,...
Lala SalamaQuality Assisted Living for a Better Way of LifeLala Salama, (sleep well) is an Assisted Living Community centrally located in the NE Heights in Albuquerque, NM, next to Tanoan Country Club and Albuquerque Academy. Our spacious and beautifully remodeled home is open to serve elderly...
3200 Candelight Drive NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
11601 Bellamah Ave Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87112
7500 Oakland Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113
7500 Oakland Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113
10501 Lagrima De Oro Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
10916 Juan Tabo Pl NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
Good hospice Care. Horrid meals ~ I ate there with my adult parent and we were ill for two days Need a better Kitchen manager for real. Other wise this is a good small facility and most of the staff is on...
11212 Miravista Place SE, Albuquerque, NM 87123
12308 Princess Jeanne NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112
Visited this house. Liked owner and the facility.
Wilson Family care is a professional, experienced family care center for you and your family health care needs. Offering health care from birth to older years, we specialize in all fields in both men and women. Located in Florida, Wilson family care is filled with doctors and employees who truly...
11420 San Francisco Road, Albuquerque, NM 87122
They were wonderful. They were very clean, and the care was great. I'm not sure who dropped the ball, but hospice never came out. Wrapping up the billing was difficult, it has been several months, and it...
Enchanted Care Center Inc. was established by experienced professionals with over 30 years of health care management skills. We dispense our collective wisdom to help seniors lead safe and enjoyable lifestyles. We are active members of local and national senior care organizations. Our homes are...
1729 Wellspring Ave SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
4075 Jackie Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
4075 Jackie Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
4102 Malaga Court, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Harmony Residential Care, Inc. has been a part of my family for over two years. They have the most wonderful team who genuinely care for your loved one. My Grandmother aka Pretty Mama could not be in better...
4014 St. Andrews Dr. SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Haven Care - Dogwood is located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Our specialized care agency offers Alzheimer's and Dementia services for elderly senior citizens. We offer assisted living to help people who have mentally incapacitating diseases stay safe and secure. Our programs allow us to customize...
9100 Holly Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122
The cost of assisted living at our partnered Albuquerque facilities averages $4,311 per month.[01] This rate includes rent, care services, and meals, as well as the costs of any optional add-ons, such as the following:
The rates outlined below represent a baseline of Albuquerque-area assisted living costs before add-on fees.
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Albuquerque residents can choose from several private and public assistance options to help pay for senior living. Assessing your loved one’s unique financial situation will help determine the best way to pay for life in an assisted living community. 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 like savings, pensions, returns on investments, and Social Security benefits. These additional private pay options may also be used:
Selling a house
Reverse mortgage
Health savings accounts
Life insurance
Long-term care insurance
Assisted living facilities in New Mexico are licensed and regulated by the New Mexico Department of Health’s (NMDOH) Division of Health Improvement, Health Facility Licensing and Certification Bureau. New Mexico regulations require that assisted living facilities provide the following services:
The state’s assisted living regulations also include the following staff requirements:
Assisted living facilities are required to follow state building code standards. These are some applicable guidelines:
Additionally, assisted living facilities must keep the following documentation on the premises:
You can use the New Mexico Health Care Provider Search Tool to look up assisted living facilities and view their inspection reports. To look up a particular facility’s inspection report using this tool, select the category of care provider from the drop down menu. You can then narrow your search by entering the county, the city, or the name of the specific organization you’re searching for.
Most COVID-19 restrictions in Albuquerque have been lifted. However, Albuquerque assisted living communities continue to have a few guidelines in place.
Testing. 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 are encouraged to wear a face mask, especially if they are visiting a resident who has tested positive for COVID-19.[06]
Albuquerque is rich in culture, with wonderful food, music, and scenery. Characteristic of the southwestern U.S., Albuquerque is also a very family-focused area. Many families prefer to keep their aging loved ones in their home to be cared for by the younger generations. However, as this is not a viable option for every family, Albuquerque assisted living communities strive to be as family-forward as possible. Many assisted living facilities in and around Albuquerque have care staff and management that strive to make personal connections, not only with residents but with their loved ones.
Many of Albuquerque’s assisted living communities offer amenities like movie theaters, barber shops and beauty salons, fitness centers, and restaurant-style dining so residents can keep their usual routines and pleasures without the hassle of a commute. Many of the city’s assisted living communities also welcome pets, so residents with fur-babies can feel even more at home. Check out some more features Albuquerque assisted living communities are known for:
A Place for Mom partners with 10 residential care homes in Albuquerque. Unlike larger assisted living facilities, residential care homes are typically single-family homes that have been modified to accommodate a limited number of senior residents.
As micro communities, residential care homes generally offer a higher staff-to-resident ratio in a family-like setting. Residential communities’ neighborhood settings give them a cozy, often quiet atmosphere, and their small size can give residents a sense of normalcy rather than being in a larger, more populated community where they may feel overwhelmed.
Albuquerque residential care homes are kept to the same regulation standards as other assisted living facilities. Residents are offered quality meals, care services, laundry and housekeeping, and enrichment activities, but seniors may also receive more one-on-one attention due to the size of the community.
Many of Albuquerque’s senior living communities feature multiple types of care all on one site. Out of our partnered communities offering assisted living, 74% feature multiple care types. These communities typically offer some combination of independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care, so that if a resident’s care needs ever change they can easily transition to a support level that fits them — ideal for aging in place.
Assisted living facilities within multi-tiered communities typically strive to foster as much independence for as long as possible for each resident. 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.
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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 rehospitalization, which can be especially vital for seniors.
Presbyterian Hospital is ranked No. 1 in Albuquerque, according to U.S. News and World Report. Presbyterian is the largest hospital in New Mexico and offers a full range of medical and surgical procedures.
AMG Specialty Hospital offers extended critical care and recovery stays for patients who might otherwise be at risk of rehospitalization. AMG Specialty offers longer stays, a higher staff-to-patient ratio, and the same level of care as an intensive care unit (ICU) so patients can have a more complete recovery.
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Albuquerque offers inpatient rehabilitation for a number of medical needs, including traumatic brain injury and 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, but for an extended stay to lower their risk of rehospitalization.
Nearly half of our partnered assisted living communities offer complimentary transportation services. Another 33% of our partner communities offer transportation services at an additional cost. This means that nearly all our partner assisted living communities have safe and reliable transportation options for their residents.
Albuquerque’s main transit bus system, ABQ RIDE, offers monthly passes, assistance with planning your route, and a Guaranteed Ride Home system. While the neighborhoods and residential areas are walkable, the commercial areas like shopping and dining generally require vehicle access, so most residents use a car if they are able.
For residents aged 60 and over, Albuquerque has transportation services for seniors. Seniors can take advantage of the city’s curb-to-curb van transport to medical appointments, meal sites, 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.
WalkScore has assessed Albuquerque’s transportation options, city layout, and population density to determine the following ratings out of 100:
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With over 310 days of sunshine per year, surrounded by auburn mountain ranges, Albuquerque is an oasis amidst the southwestern desert. Albuquerque is also a foodie destination, with top-notch restaurants of every variety. Old Town Albuquerque is a great place to explore restaurants, artisan boutiques, and craft libations.
The city has many senior and multigenerational centers where older adults can form relationships with other Albuquerque seniors, enjoy concerts and lectures, participate in lifelong learning classes, and take up hobbies like pottery and other art forms. Senior centers also feature skiing, hiking, aerobics, and other indoor and outdoor sports.
Frequently voted one of the top ten U.S. cities for families to visit, Albuquerque also has many exciting activities to enjoy with multiple generations. There are natural history museums, nature centers, zoos, planetariums, amusement parks, and more to be discovered on the Albuquerque visitors’ website.
Albuquerque is the hot air balloon capital of the world, and in the summertime the skies behind gorgeous mountain vistas are frequently dotted with bright colors. Residents of all ages can enjoy the views of the marvelous annual International Balloon Festival, and if watching from below isn’t enough, take flight with the Rainbow Ryders.
Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, Morada Quintessence and Albuquerque Grand Senior Living are the top-rated Assisted Living facilities near Albuquerque, NM. These Assisted Living facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Assisted Living in Albuquerque is 4,250 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
A Place for Mom. (2021). A Place for Mom proprietary data.
United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101): Albuquerque. [Data set]. American Community Survey.
Managed Care Program Community Benefit, NMAC Rev Stat § 8.308.12 (2019).
MI VIA Home and Community-Based Services Waivers, NMAC Rev Stat § 8.314.6 (2018).
Assisted Living Facilities for Adults, NMAC Rev Stat § 7.8.2 (2010).
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.
Walk Score. (2023). Living in Albuquerque.
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