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9.5
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37 reviews
9.5
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37 reviews
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My husband and I were very pleased with the care she received. [name removed] was not an easy person to care for and they had lots of patience with her. [name removed] did not really partake in many of the...
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.
GoodLife Senior Living and Memory Care, the answer is quite simple. We’ve built a company whose focus is on compassionate care for those who are ready to acquire all the rewards of being a senior citizen; relaxation and reflection. Our mission is to compassionately provide safe activities of...
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66 Floor plans available
9.3
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68 reviews
9.3
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68 reviews
5 star
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I would share with them that the staff are phenomenal people who truly care about the residents. They were never upset when I would call and ask them to check my Aunt's phone because I could not reach her.
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.
The Legacy at Cimarron, El Paso's newest senior living and memory care community, opened its doors in May 2017. The Legacy offers Concierge Senior Living, which means that each of our residents experiences independence, with as much or as little assistance as they need. Leading the way with...
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7474 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.0
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43 reviews
9.0
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43 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
19%
3 star
7%
2 star
5%
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Solstice is fabulous. I have recently added Hospice in-home care through Ambercare. Solstice has been wonderful and working with care providers. Solstice provides so many opportunities for their residents...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Located an hour from El Paso, Solstice Senior Living at Las Cruces offers a tropical mirage atmosphere with desert landscape for our residents to enjoy easy access to adventure, entertainment and the beautiful outdoors. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the availability of on-site...
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1212 Floor plans available
8.7
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32 reviews
8.7
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32 reviews
5 star
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after some initial issues with possibly missing items from my mother's room, she has begun settling in to her apartment. she loves the food, the library, the back garden, and the weekly outings with the...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Solstice Senior Living at Rio Norte is nestled in fashionable and culture-filled east El Paso, where our residents enjoy easy access to adventure, entertainment and shopping. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the availability of on-site personal care professionals and our proximity to...
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66 Floor plans available
8.7
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16 reviews
8.7
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16 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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My mom was a resident of the memory care unit, the staff was friendly, and caring, with the residents. [New resident] the director was extremely knowledgeable, and personable. The meals they prepared were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
The Village at Northrise - Proudlyserving our local community in Las Cruces NMsince 1998. The Village at Northrise isa 16-acre continuing care campus forseniors with majestic views of theOrgan Mountains. TheVillage at Northrise offersindependent living, assisted living,skilled nursing and memory...
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8.6
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7 reviews
8.6
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7 reviews
5 star
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Excellent community. They truly show that they care and that your family matters. It's more than just a business. Close to my home, very professional and courteous administration staff. It was recommended...
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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8.5
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31 reviews
8.5
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31 reviews
5 star
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When it comes to the meals, there could be more of a variety. However, everything else is great and we would recommend them to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
ABOUT US Unique design differences place The Haciendas at Grace Village among the most outstanding Alzheimer's and dementia care facilities in our region. Truly not a 'facility', but instead, a residence, the Haciendas at Grace Village is comprised of residential-style homes that provide...
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8.5
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31 reviews
8.5
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31 reviews
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The staff is good, but there is a bit of a lack of communication. Security is good for keeping patients safe and not roaming around outside. The move in process was easy, and the facility was clean. I would...
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.
Desert Peaks Assisted Living & Memory Care is guided by goodness, loyalty, faith, and fun. We're located in beautiful Las Cruces, New Mexico and offer independent living, assisted living and memory care services for seniors. We warmly welcome you to experience the good people who live and...
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7.8
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6 reviews
7.8
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6 reviews
5 star
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This is a smaller facility, so there is more one on one care. The medical care could use better attention to resident's needs. Medical care attending physicians will only see you if you tell the staff you're...
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.
The AristocratThe Aristocrat is a senior living community located in the beautiful town of Las Cruces, New Mexico. Our community is located near the foot hills of the Organ Mountains, so our residents are able to enjoy the beauty of splendor of New Mexico every day. Las Cruces is an active town...
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66 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
5 star
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Love this place I have my mom there they take very good care her I am thankful for them recommended
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.
In addition to offering Assisted Living services, we also offer a special Alzheimer's and Dementia care unit for those needing a more secure environment. We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance...
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Photo of The Montevista at Coronado
88 Photos available
5 star
75%
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I would recommend you join me here. The staff are great. The food is delicious. Some of the activities include games, happy hours, music, exercises, and more that available for the residents to choose...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
The MonteVista at Coronado, offering Independent Living, Alzheimer's Care and Nursing Care, is an independent full-service community nestled at the foot of the Franklin Mountains in West El Paso near the Coronado Country Club. Our community features a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and...
Photo of Simpatico Cielo Vista
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
5 star
62%
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We chose Simpatico Cielo Vista because I had an aunt who was here for 5 years and we had a good experience with them. The facility itself is 1 story and smaller so you do not have to worry about stairs or...
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.
Offering Assisted Living and Alzheimer's/Dementia care in a beautiful setting. A circular walking path for residents and a beautiful interior courtyard offers green space for gathering with friends or simply enjoying the greenery and birds that join us daily.Located at 7949 Sunmount Drive in El...
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88 Floor plans available
5.0
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23 reviews
5.0
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23 reviews
5 star
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My loved one was previously a resident at Royal Estates of El Paso for about a year and she had a great experience at this facility! Royal Estates of El Paso was awesome throughout her stay there. I would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Royal Estates of El Paso is located on El Paso's beautiful west side. All apartments have a kitchen area and private baths, as well as emergency pendant systems. Thermostat is controlled individually. Amenities include three restaurant style meals daily,weekly housekeeping, laundry service,...
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My mom has done great since the move to Sunridge at Palisades. We are very happy with the staff. They are doing a great job caring for our loved ones needs. Mom is enjoying the variety of choices at meal...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Home truly is where the heart is... which explains why we've put so much heart into making SunRidge at Palisades such an inviting home for our residents. With handsomely appointed living areas throughout our entire community, there are so many convenient and comfortable ways to join friends or go...
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8.9
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I have ONLY PRAISE for the staff at this WONDERFUL facility!!! My mother was cared for and lived at BLUE HORIZON for almost 5 years. She was a little over 100 years young. The staff showed my mother the...
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.
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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 Sunridge at Desert Springs
5 star
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[Name removed] and her staff are great! My mother is early onset Alzheimer’s and so she doesn’t think she should be there. The staff helped to make her feel like she was there to help others and now she is...
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.
At Sun Ridge at Desert Springs, a dementia care community, we provide superior Resident focused care. Our caregivers focus on knowing a resident's wants, needs and preferences based on their life story. Understanding the residents' past experiences and preferences allow us to provide for their...
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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.
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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.
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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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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5 star
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Overall our experience with Regency of El Paso has been a good one. I thought the registration and move-in process was handled very well, they did a great job making her feel welcome and helping her get...
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.
Regency of El PasoRegency of El Paso is an assisted living community located in El Paso, TX. El Paso is located in El Paso County and is home to just over 837,000 people. El Paso is a beautiful city on the border with Mexico and home to a lot of shops, new real estate, restaurants, sports venues...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Alvarado, NM

The average cost of senior living in Alvarado is $3,443 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newman, NM with an average of $3,255 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alvarado, NM vs. nearby cities

Alvarado, NM
$3,443/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alvarado, NM vs. the state and national average

Alvarado, NM
$3,443/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alvarado vs. other types of senior living

$3,756/mo
Independent Living
$3,443/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Alvarado, NM by room type

Semi-Private
$4,161/mo
Studio
$4,085/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,864/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,879/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,295/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Alvarado over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Alvarado

Recent reviews for independent living in Alvarado

The Aristocrat in Las Cruces, NM

4.4
They are smaller than most facilities, so you get more one on one attention. My loved one does no participate in a majority of the activities provided. I would recommend The Aristocrat to others looking.

Haciendas at Grace Village in Las Cruces, NM

4.9
It was a wonderful place and the staff were extremely helpful. The staff went out of their way to accommodate changes in my father's condition. Maintaining the residents' dignity was a primary focus for them. The facility was always clean and smelled nice. I really like the fact that the door ...
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Sunridge at Desert Springs in El Paso, TX

4.7
My Mother has lived at Sun Ridge at Desert Springs for 8 years. She has been very well cared for and treated like a beloved family member. It is a homelike environment that is clean, bright and nicely furnished. The employees/caregivers treat the residents like family and I appreciate the fact ...
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Alvarado independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alvarado independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alvarado, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alvarado independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alvarado partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alvarado, NMNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Alvarado independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alvarado communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.2%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alvarado independent 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 independent living communities in Alvarado offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alvarado, NMNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.2%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.2%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.4%
46.1%
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GoodLife Senior Living El Paso, The Legacy at Cimarron and Solstice Senior Living at Las Cruces are the top-rated independent living facilities near Alvarado, New Mexico. See full list of communities.

There are 43 independent living facilities near Alvarado, New Mexico. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Alvarado, New Mexico is GoodLife Senior Living El Paso. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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