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10 Best Nursing Homes in Sandia Heights, NM
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Sandia Heights nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Sandia Heights, NM may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Sandia Heights or another care type is right for you. Browse 34 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Sandia Heights.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like North Hills, San Antonio Condominium and Academy Acres North.
You may also consider nearby communities such as El Llanito, Rivajana and El Refugio.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Sandia Heights, NM
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Sandia Heights, NM
The average cost of senior living in Sandia Heights is $4,719 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Estancia, NM with an average of $4,683 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Sandia Heights, NM vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Sandia Heights
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Sandia Heights
Manzano Del Sol Good Samaritan in Albuquerque, NM
5.0
This is a wonderful place! My mother is getting therapy after a fall and they’re very good, compassionate people. They are honest and kind and it’s just wonderful! It’s like being in heaven. After terrible experiences at other communities, this gives me some hope for the senior care industry.
Westwind House Assisted Living in Albuquerque, NM
4.5
My mom is eating the meal. It is not like home cooking but I think it is good. The staff are good people who help out very well. I am pleased that she is getting taken care of.The staff assist with her ADL and there has been no problems. A Place For Mom helped us find this community. They are ...
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Ravenna Assisted Living in Albuquerque, NM
3.9
The day after my brother began his stay at Ravenna they went into pandemic CDC status. Just unbelieveably difficult for all of us. When we got to the release of rules by the state I was able to visit him. The care givers were attentive, patient and cheerful. My brother required frequent ...
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Sandia Heights nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sandia Heights nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sandia Heights, 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 Sandia Heights nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Sandia Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
61.3%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.9%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.4%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80.6%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.1%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
74.2%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.9%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.8%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Sandia Heights nursing homes
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 Sandia Heights Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.4%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
32.3%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.1%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sandia Heights nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Sandia Heights 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
12.9%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.4%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
38.7%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.5%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sandia Heights nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Sandia Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
38.7%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.2%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
48.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.6%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sandia Heights nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Sandia Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.2%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.9%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.6%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.9%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
54.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
29%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.6%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, Morada Quintessence and The Village At Alameda are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Sandia Heights, New Mexico. See full list of communities.
There are 34 nursing homes facilities near Sandia Heights, New Mexico. See the full list.
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