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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Bernalillo County, NM
If you’re looking for assisted living in Bernalillo County, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Bernalillo County or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Bernalillo County.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Bernalillo County for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 45 assisted living facilities in the Bernalillo County area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Los Alamos, Spanish Walk and Matthew Meadow.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Albuquerque, Rio Rancho and Los Lunas.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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My mother was a resident at Life Spire Rio Rancho for over 6 years. We toured several assisted living locations before moving her in to Life Spire after my father passed. We made a perfect choice moving...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Cost of assisted living in Bernalillo County, NM
The average cost of senior living in Bernalillo County is $4,251 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Estancia, NM with an average of $4,229 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bernalillo County, NM vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bernalillo County, NM vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bernalillo County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Bernalillo County, NM by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Bernalillo County over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Bernalillo County, NM
Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Bernalillo County.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Bernalillo County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Bernalillo County
The Woodmark at Uptown in Albuquerque, NM
4.8
Based on our families experience, we were frustrated that all the required paperwork had to be completed by hand rather than a word doc to edit. There were a lot of duplicate questions on many different forms. It was also frustrating that we could not get our loved one moved in on the weekend. ...
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GoodLife Senior Living Los Lunas
5.0
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 ...
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Willowwood Assisted Living in Albuquerque, NM
4.9
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 ...
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Bernalillo County review score based on 91 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 91 reviews of 33 Bernalillo County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Bernalillo County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Bernalillo County review score compared against nearby cities
8.0
Bernalillo County, NM33 facilities
8.0
Albuquerque, NM77 facilities
8.0
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM78 facilities
Review subcategories for Bernalillo County assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 91 reviews of 33 Bernalillo County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Bernalillo County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Bernalillo County, NM averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.1
4.5
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.1
Value for cost*
3.6
4.1
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Bernalillo County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bernalillo County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bernalillo County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Bernalillo County assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Bernalillo County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
54.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.4%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75.8%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.6%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.2%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
72.7%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Bernalillo County assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Bernalillo County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.4%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.5%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
39.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bernalillo County assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bernalillo County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.1%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.4%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Bernalillo County assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bernalillo County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.2%
42%
Room service
Room service
24.2%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bernalillo County assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Bernalillo County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.5%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.4%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.2%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.2%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.4%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
21.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.1%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Bernalillo County
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New Mexico assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Bernalillo County protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, Morada Quintessence and Brookdale Valencia are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Bernalillo County, New Mexico. See full list of communities.
There are 45 assisted living facilities near Bernalillo County, New Mexico. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Bernalillo County, New Mexico is Morada Quintessence. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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