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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Golden, NM

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 11 independent living facilities in Golden, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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top3CommunitiesWithLinks: The Montebello on Academy, Morada Quintessence and Bear Canyon Estates
zipAveragecost: $4,773

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Photo of The Montebello on Academy
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9.7
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25 reviews
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25 reviews
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My grandma has been living at The Montebello for a while now, and we couldn’t be happier. The staff are warm, attentive, and truly care about the residents. The place is always clean, welcoming, and she’s...
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.
The Montebello on Academy is a Retirement Community located in the prestigious Northeast Heights. Within its elegant setting, you will find Independent & Assisted Living with all-inclusive rates, 24-hour Assisted Living team and a Rehabilitation Therapy department. A variety of planned adult...
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1616 Photos available
9.6
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77 reviews
9.6
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77 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
19%
3 star
9%
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1%
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I have lived at Morada Quintessence for about a year now. I wasn't happy about the move at first, but i have made great friends since living here. The staff is always kind and helpful, even managers. I feel...
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.
Choose Morada Quintessence for Small-Town Senior Living & Big-Time Value. Our flat rate pricing ensures full care and amenities with no surprise charges.At Morada Quintessence, we provide a range of onsite medical and therapy services for our residents. This includes but is not limited to...
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Photo of Bear Canyon Estates
1010 Photos available
9.2
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93 reviews
9.2
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93 reviews
5 star
60%
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26%
3 star
12%
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I have checked out a few places and let me tell you. None of them compare to this place the staff if amazing all of them treat us like famy. Always helping some one also the people here are wonderful we are...
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.
Bear Canyon Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautiful grounds in the Northeast Heights of Albuquerque, you'll love the splendor of the rugged landscape, the coziness of our facilities and the nearby city's convenience. We're just...
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Photo of Brookdale Tramway Ridge
88 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.9
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100 reviews
8.9
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100 reviews
5 star
40%
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34%
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I give each one of the above a 5 - I am sad our loved one was not able to stay there longer - she went to the hospital for a long stay - then suggested she be moved to a loving home in Rio Rancho - I really...
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.
Exceptional Senior LivingNew Mexico families looking for a more personalized senior living experience can find it here, at our luxurious senior living community that offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Known for its vibrant arts and culture...
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88 Photos available
8.6
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37 reviews
8.6
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37 reviews
5 star
52%
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3 star
8%
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Paloma Landing is a well designed facility- aesthetically pleasing- spacious and filled with light. The personal apartments are very comfortable. The staff is friendly, caring and respectful. Lots of fun...
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.
We believe that Paloma Landing Retirement Community is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Paloma Landing Retirement Community, our...
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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.
Brio Assisted Living’s focus is creating a home for each and every resident. It is where we started, and what we strive to do each day. We are an independently owned assisted community in the northeast heights of Albuquerque NM with a vision of enriching lives by providing individualized care...
Photo of MorningStar of Albuquerque
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
6.2
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39 reviews
6.2
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39 reviews
5 star
48%
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3 star
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I frequently visit my family members here and from the moment I walk in I am greeted by name and with a smile. Not only is it clear they know their residents and their families, but they go above and beyond...
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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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 Carefree Living
7.0
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7.0
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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.
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 independent living in Golden, NM

The average cost of senior living in Golden is $4,773 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Los Cerrillos, NM with an average of $4,347 per month.

Independent living costs in Golden, NM, vs. nearby cities

Golden, NM
$4,773/mo
$4,722/mo

Independent living costs in Golden, NM, vs. state and national averages

Golden, NM
$4,773/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Golden, NM, vs. other senior living options

$5,240/mo
Independent Living
$4,773/mo

Independent living costs in Golden, NM, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,987/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,518/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,727/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,500/mo

Senior living costs in Golden vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Golden, NM
Column state: New Mexico
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGolden, NMNew MexicoU.S.
Independent Living$4,773/mo$4,059/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,513/mo$4,271/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,240/mo$4,365/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Golden, NM:$4,773/mo
New Mexico:$4,059/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Golden, NM:$4,513/mo
New Mexico:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Golden, NM:$5,240/mo
New Mexico:$4,365/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Golden, NM, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Golden and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Golden, NM

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Golden have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Golden, NM$3,132/mo$3,394/mo-7.7%
New Mexico$3,249/mo$2,951/mo+10.1%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Golden, NM
2024 average cost:$3,132/mo
2023 average cost:$3,394/mo
Percent change:-7.7%
New Mexico
2024 average cost:$3,249/mo
2023 average cost:$2,951/mo
Percent change:+10.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Golden

Recent reviews for independent living in Golden

The Village At Alameda in Albuquerque, NM

5.0
The Village at Alameda is a very nice place. Mom and Dad really like it. The food is good. The staff is great. The place is clean. They keep the apartments clean. If extra cleaning is needed, it is taken care of it right away. Hope this helps.

Sandia Senior Suites in Albuquerque, NM

4.5
My husband is going through a transitional phase after a fall. The staff are doing their absolute best to make him comfortable and provide good care to him. The staff communicate with me very well and even told me that I can call my husband anytime I want. My husband also receives care from a ...
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MorningStar of Albuquerque

4.1
What we like the most about the MorningStar Assisted Living community is the cleanliness of the community as well as the friendliness of the staff. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would maybe recommend them to other families. My wife and daughter at different times found their ...
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Golden independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Golden independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Golden, 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 Golden 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 Golden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Golden, NMNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Golden 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 Golden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Golden, NMNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
70%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
70%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Golden 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 Golden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
70%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
50%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Montebello on Academy, Morada Quintessence and Bear Canyon Estates are the top-rated independent living facilities near Golden, New Mexico. See full list of communities.
There are 11 independent living facilities near Golden, New Mexico. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Golden, New Mexico is Morada Quintessence. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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