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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Thunder Mountain, NM

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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, Corrales and Bernalillo.

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Photo of New Life Assisted Living On Layton Place
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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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,...
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.
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...
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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: Assisted Living
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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.
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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.
Photo of Albuquerque Manor
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.
Photo of Life Spire Assisted Living Of North Albuquerque Acres
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Thunder Mountain, NM

The average cost of senior living in Thunder Mountain is $4,480 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Estancia, NM with an average of $4,229 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Thunder Mountain, NM vs. nearby cities

Thunder Mountain, NM
$4,480/mo
$4,522/mo
$4,500/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Thunder Mountain, NM vs. the state and national average

Thunder Mountain, NM
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Thunder Mountain vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,480/mo
$5,070/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Thunder Mountain, NM by room type

Semi-Private
$4,709/mo
Private
$5,840/mo
Studio
$5,540/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,082/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,378/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Thunder Mountain over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Thunder Mountain, 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 Thunder Mountain.

What families are saying about assisted living in Thunder Mountain

Recent reviews for assisted living in Thunder Mountain

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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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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Brookdale Valencia in Albuquerque, NM

5.0
I had to find a community for my mom on an emergency basis. The Brookdale team was fantastic - I toured two facilities virtually and then flew in to tour them in person. After selecting Valencia, they set up a respite room for my mom so I could get their immediate support while I then packed up ...
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Thunder Mountain review score based on 79 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 79 reviews of 32 Thunder Mountain assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Thunder Mountain 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

Thunder Mountain review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Thunder Mountain, NM32 facilities
7.6
Edgewood, NM34 facilities
7.4
Tijeras, NM18 facilities

Review subcategories for Thunder Mountain 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 79 reviews of 32 Thunder Mountain assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Thunder Mountain 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.
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Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.2
4.6
Care services
3.5
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.1
Value for cost*
3.6
4.1
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Thunder Mountain assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thunder Mountain assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thunder Mountain, 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 Thunder Mountain 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 Thunder Mountain 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
56.3%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.6%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.4%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.3%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.4%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.9%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.9%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Thunder Mountain 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 Thunder Mountain 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
65.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.3%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
34.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Thunder Mountain 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 Thunder Mountain 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
18.8%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.9%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
40.6%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.8%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Thunder Mountain 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 Thunder Mountain communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
28.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thunder Mountain 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 Thunder Mountain offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.6%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.4%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
28.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.9%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Thunder Mountain

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 Thunder Mountain protect seniors.

Learn about New Mexico Assisted Living regulations

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Morada Quintessence, Brookdale Valencia and The Village At Alameda are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Thunder Mountain, New Mexico. See full list of communities.

There are 38 assisted living facilities near Thunder Mountain, New Mexico. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Thunder Mountain, New Mexico is Morada Quintessence. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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