About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential 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.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Valencia County, NM

Answer a few questions to get personalized results

Who are you searching for?

If you’re looking for assisted living in Valencia 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 Valencia County or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Valencia County.

From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Valencia County for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 85 assisted living facilities in the Valencia 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 San Jose, Stinson Tower and Encanto Village.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Los Lunas, Belen and South Valley.

Valencia County Assisted Living Facilities | 1342 Reviews

Showing 66 communities
Last Updated: 11/12/24
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Wilson Family Care
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
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...
Photo of Casa del Norte Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Carefree Living
7.0
Review score
1 review
7.0
Review score
1 review
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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 Life Spire Assisted Living - Albuquerque
5 star
36%
4 star
43%
3 star
7%
2 star
7%
1 star
7%
See all reviews
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.
Photo of La Vida Llena Retirement Community
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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 Meadows Senior Care
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.
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.
Photo of Ridgeview, LLC
5 star
100%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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...
Photo of Beehive Homes of San Pedro
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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...
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 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.
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing
Photo of Enchanted Care Center - Spring Creek
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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...
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.
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...
Photo of Advantage Assisted  Living
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 The Retreat and Retreat Gardens
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Photo of Haven Care Dogwood Memory Care
1818 Photos available
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.
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...
See details
Photo of Socorro Good Samaritan Village
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 Moriarty Senior Citizens
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.

Cost of assisted living in Valencia County, NM

The average cost of senior living in Valencia 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 Valencia County, NM vs. nearby counties

Valencia County, NM
$4,251/mo
$4,251/mo
$4,251/mo

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

Valencia County, NM
$4,251/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Valencia County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,251/mo
$4,789/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Valencia County, NM by room type

Semi-Private
$4,313/mo
Private
$5,650/mo
Studio
$4,865/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,417/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,913/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,940/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Valencia County over time

Valencia County, NMNM stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Valencia 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 Valencia County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Valencia County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Valencia 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. ...
Read more

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 ...
Read more

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 ...
Read more

Valencia County review score based on 231 family reviews

8.1
Review score66 facilities231 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 231 reviews of 66 Valencia County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Valencia 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

Valencia County review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Valencia County, NM66 facilities
8.1
Belen, NM85 facilities
8.1
Sausal, NM85 facilities

Review subcategories for Valencia 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 231 reviews of 66 Valencia County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Valencia 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.
Valencia County, NM averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Valencia County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Valencia County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Valencia 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 Valencia 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 Valencia County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Valencia County, NMNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
59.1%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.5%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.6%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.8%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.4%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
53.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Valencia 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 Valencia County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Valencia County, NMNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.4%
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
33.3%
13.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Valencia 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 Valencia County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Valencia County, NMNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.7%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
42.4%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.9%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.6%
13%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Valencia 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 Valencia County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Valencia County, NMNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
31.8%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.8%
17.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Valencia 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 Valencia County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Valencia County, NMNational
Activity director
Activity director
39.4%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.9%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.8%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
48.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
25.8%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.9%
45.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Valencia 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 Valencia County protect seniors.

Learn about New Mexico Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, Morada Quintessence and Brookdale Valencia are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Valencia County, New Mexico. See full list of communities.

There are 85 assisted living facilities near Valencia County, New Mexico. See the full list.

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

Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top