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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Sandia Vista, NM

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If your loved one needs memory care in Sandia Vista, A Place for Mom can help. With 27 memory care facilities in Sandia Vista, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Sandia Vista incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Sandia Vista memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Sandia Vista, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Photo of The Montebello on Academy
55 Photos available
9.7
Review score
25 reviews
9.7
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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
Review score
77 reviews
9.6
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77 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
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3 star
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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 The Village At Alameda
22 Photos available
9.4
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36 reviews
9.4
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36 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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I'm very happy he's there. They have been a huge support for us both before and after my mom passed. [name removed] (director) is AWESOME!!! Because staff is hard to keep it hinders the quality of food,...
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 Village at Alameda is and assisted living community located in Albuquerque, NM. Absolutely breathtaking to behold, this assisted living community has a look to it that draws the eye, and it commands attention. This community offers access to area attractions and to the natural beauty that...
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Photo of Morada Albuquerque
55 Photos available
9.0
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144 reviews
9.0
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144 reviews
5 star
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Visited several communities and this one had 3 meals a day, staff to assist the residents to meals, to sitting outside, delivering medication. They take residents to appoints, once a week take residents on a...
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 Morada Albuquerque, you'll find a tightly knit community with the support you need to lead an independent life. Enjoy a family-style environment that fosters physical activity and social engagements, including yoga, bridge, educational seminars and a resident-led arts and crafts group. Morada...
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88 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.9
Review score
100 reviews
8.9
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100 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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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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Photo of Elan Santa Monica Assisted Living and Memory Care
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8.5
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16 reviews
8.5
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16 reviews
5 star
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I think it's working out very well for my brother. Great experience overall. It's up-to-date and clean. Staff is friendly and helpful. Dining experience is exceptional. Activities are good and ongoing.
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.
Introducing Élan Santa Monica in Albuquerque, NMStep into the unexpected. Stunning, but casual. Elegant, yet comfortable. More like an urban lodge or boutique hotel than a traditional senior living community. At Élan Santa Monica you’ll discover concierge-style services, resort-quality amenities,...
Photo of Avista Albuquerque
1414 Photos available
8.3
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40 reviews
8.3
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40 reviews
5 star
35%
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42%
3 star
8%
2 star
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My mother has resided at Avista Senior Living Albuquerque for 11 years now. I am very happy with the facility and even more so the staff. My mother is very well taken care of and I have zero worries about...
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.
Specialized Care From the Industry LeaderSelecting the right memory care option can often be challenging. It’s hard to know the right choice. But memory care doesn’t have to mean giving up on a great life. In fact, in the right environment, with the right specialty care, seniors living with...
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1616 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.9
Review score
21 reviews
7.9
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21 reviews
5 star
66%
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24%
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The staff is wonderful and so carrying in making sure the resident is well cared for. They have great activities that encourage participation. I have tasted the food and everything is well prepared and...
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.
MorningStar at Northridge Alzheimer's Special Care Center is a family owned stand alone memory care specializing in caring for and honoring those with Dementia. Our exclusive Meaningful Moments program is specifically designed to help meet the needs of your loved one with memory loss. By adding...
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1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
7.6
Review score
115 reviews
7.6
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115 reviews
5 star
51%
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30%
3 star
11%
2 star
4%
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I can tell you things they should be concerned about. Food is not the best quality, constantly serving meals that consist of chicken. There's been times that the fryers and ovens have been down. I feel that...
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 Woodmark at Uptown: The Woodmark at Uptown is a senior living community in Albuquerque, New Mexico offering assisted living and memory care services for senior citizens. The Woodmark at Uptown is ideally located in Albuquerque's Uptown neighborhood, with fantastic sunsets and awesome views...
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Photo of Camino Retirement Apartments
1616 Photos available
7.0
Review score
10 reviews
7.0
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10 reviews
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The staff are accommodating and kept us informed of what was going on with my loved one (my brother in law moved out for a year and just moved back last week). I would recommend Camino Retirement Apartments...
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.
Camino Retirement Apartments has served the community since 1972, when it became Albuquerque's first Retirement Center. We have remained at the same convenient location just east of Juan Tabo, with great views of the East Mountains, the spectacular sunsets and brilliant city lights. Camino...
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Photo of Brio Assisted Living
66 Photos available
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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.
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 Sandia Senior Suites
77 Photos available
5 star
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Not sure why someone would give this place a 1 star. Obviously they have not seen other places. I have my relative in this place for about 2 months and all I can say is that the caretakers, yes they are a...
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 Albuquerque Grand Senior Living
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5 star
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Prior to moving to Albuquerque Grand I walked or relied on public transportation to get around. As I got older it became more difficult for me to get to the store or laundry mat. Since moving to Albuquerque...
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.
Albuquerque Grand Senior Living in Albuquerque, New Mexico, offers what may be the state's finest senior living experience. Offering both independent and assisted living, Albuquerque Grand is dedicated to providing an active, vibrant senior lifestyle with a wide variety of activities to ensure...
Photo of MorningStar of Albuquerque
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
6.2
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38 reviews
6.2
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38 reviews
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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 Casa de Rosa Assisted Living
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3 star
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For my parents, they have a little apartment outside the main property, so the staff has been very accommodating to them for that and I would rate the cleanliness of that higher than the building of the main...
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.
Casa de Rosa Assisted Living is a gorgeous assisted living community situated in the picturesque Albuquerque, New Mexico. Nestled in expansive grounds complete with local plant life and wildlife, Casa de Rosa offers all the best that the New Mexico landscape has to offer. The dry climate leaves...
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Photo of Brookdale Valencia
33 Floor plans available
9.0
Review score
131 reviews
9.0
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131 reviews
5 star
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My brother is very happy living at Brookdale Valencia. He feels safe unlike his last apartment which even though it was gated I suspect everyone in Albuquerque had the gate code. Brookdale has a live person...
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.
Premium Senior Living in AlbuquerqueIt’s time to trade the stress and hassle that often comes from living at home for relaxation and a full social calendar. It’s time to give up the isolation that often comes from living on your own and get in return a life full of interesting things to do and...
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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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Photo of Albuquerque Uptown Assisted Living
1010 Photos available
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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Photo of Albuquerque Manor
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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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 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.
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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
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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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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 memory care in Sandia Vista, NM

The average cost of senior living in Sandia Vista is $4,789 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Los Cerrillos, NM with an average of $4,732 per month.

Memory care costs in Sandia Vista, NM, vs. nearby cities

Sandia Vista, NM
$4,789/mo
$4,803/mo

Memory care costs in Sandia Vista, NM, vs. state and national averages

Sandia Vista, NM
$4,789/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Sandia Vista, NM, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,789/mo

Memory care costs in Sandia Vista, NM, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,712/mo
Studio
$5,068/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,593/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,458/mo

Senior living costs in Sandia Vista 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: Sandia Vista, NM
Column state: New Mexico
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSandia Vista, NMNew MexicoU.S.
Memory Care$4,789/mo$4,365/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,251/mo$4,271/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$4,423/mo$4,059/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Sandia Vista, NM:$4,789/mo
New Mexico:$4,365/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Sandia Vista, NM:$4,251/mo
New Mexico:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Sandia Vista, NM:$4,423/mo
New Mexico:$4,059/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Sandia Vista, NM, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Sandia Vista 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.

Sandia Vista, NMNM stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Sandia Vista, NM

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Sandia Vista 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
Sandia Vista, NM$6,020/mo$5,389/mo+11.7%
New Mexico$5,948/mo$5,143/mo+15.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Sandia Vista, NM
2024 average cost:$6,020/mo
2023 average cost:$5,389/mo
Percent change:+11.7%
New Mexico
2024 average cost:$5,948/mo
2023 average cost:$5,143/mo
Percent change:+15.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Sandia Vista

Recent reviews for memory care in Sandia Vista

GoodLife Senior Living Los Lunas

5.0
A very home type welcoming atmosphere . From my observation very skilled caring staff, the handling of residents is gentle and careful. Yes, housekeeping is available. The extra curricular activities are great. They bring in families and residents seem to be comfortable and enjoy being there.

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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Brookdale Tramway Ridge in Albuquerque, NM

3.9
Families need to be be present and interactive. Observation keeps staff honest. Most staff is good but like everywhere you have staff that shouldn't be in the field. If the families speak up consistently, then the staff and facility is forced to respond and take action. As far as activities go ...
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Sandia Vista review score based on 159 family reviews

8.3
Review score26 facilities159 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 159 reviews of 26 Sandia Vista memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sandia Vista review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Sandia Vista review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Sandia Vista, NM26 facilities
8.3
Albuquerque, NM39 facilities
8.4
Tijeras, NM10 facilities

Review subcategories for Sandia Vista memory care

When memory care 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 159 reviews of 26 Sandia Vista memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sandia Vista resident and family memory care 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.
Sandia Vista, NM averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.3
3.9
Staff
3.7
4.1
Meals & dining
3.3
3.8
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.8
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Sandia Vista memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sandia Vista memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sandia Vista, 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 Vista memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Sandia Vista that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sandia Vista, NMNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.2%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.2%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.5%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.5%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sandia Vista memory care

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 Vista Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sandia Vista, NMNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.8%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.6%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.6%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.2%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sandia Vista memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Sandia Vista partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sandia Vista, NMNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
42.3%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.6%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Sandia Vista memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Sandia Vista communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sandia Vista, NMNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.2%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
53.8%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.9%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sandia Vista memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Sandia Vista offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sandia Vista, NMNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.6%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.6%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.4%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.3%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.5%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
57.7%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Sandia Vista

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New Mexico memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Sandia Vista protect seniors.
Learn about New Mexico memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Montebello on Academy, Morada Quintessence and The Village At Alameda are the top-rated memory care facilities near Sandia Vista, New Mexico. See full list of communities.
There are 27 memory care facilities near Sandia Vista, New Mexico. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Sandia Vista, New Mexico is Morada Quintessence. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 27 memory care facilities near you in Sandia Vista, New Mexico typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Sandia Vista, New Mexico, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Sandia Vista, New Mexico, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Sandia Vista, New Mexico ranges from $1550 to $50000. The average Memory Care cost in Sandia Vista, New Mexico is $4,789. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Sandia Vista, New Mexico typically starts at $1550. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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