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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Santo Tomas, NM
If you’re looking for independent living in the Santo Tomas area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Santo Tomas. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 44 independent living facilities in Santo Tomas, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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9.5
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37 reviews
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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9.3
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68 reviews
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.0
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43 reviews
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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8.7
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16 reviews
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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8.7
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32 reviews
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.6
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7 reviews
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
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31 reviews
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
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31 reviews
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
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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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
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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...
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5.0
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23 reviews
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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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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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...
8.9
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4 reviews
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.
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
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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
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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
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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.
Aspen House is located in the picturesque Mesilla Valley of Southern New Mexico famed for its chile, pecans, and cotton. Las Cruces is known as the city of crosses and is at the base of the rugged Organ Mountains. Aspen House is situated in a beautifully landscaped residential area just minutes...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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 Adobe Assisted Living center in Las Cruces, New Mexico offers a homey atmosphere, yet it has space for 41 people. Therefore, senior citizens who stay here have the chance to make friends while feeling as if it is a place they can call their own. We focus on doing whatever we can to improve...
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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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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
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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.
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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[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...
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.
Cost of independent living in Santo Tomas, NM
The average cost of senior living in Santo Tomas is $3,418 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lanark, NM with an average of $3,309 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Santo Tomas
Recent reviews for independent living in Santo Tomas
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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Country Sunset in Hatch, NM
4.8
Everyone there at The Jim Wood Home has been very helpful. They are all very kind, and very understanding. It has been a really good experience and I would highly recommend them.
Santo Tomas independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santo Tomas independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santo Tomas, 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 Santo Tomas 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 Santo Tomas 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
11.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
35.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Santo Tomas 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 Santo Tomas communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
32.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santo Tomas 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 Santo Tomas offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
44.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
32.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
GoodLife Senior Living El Paso, The Legacy at Cimarron and Solstice Senior Living at Las Cruces are the top-rated independent living facilities near Santo Tomas, New Mexico. See full list of communities.
There are 44 independent living facilities near Santo Tomas, New Mexico. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Santo Tomas, 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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