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They are taking excellent care of him, but when it comes to activities they need something that the impaired hearing and impaired sight can do. Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend this...
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.
The Bridge at Farmington, New Mexico, gives residents the freedom to experience continued independence and an active lifestyle in a beautiful assisted living community.Friendly associates work to ensure each resident’s quality of life by offering a wide variety of services and amenities focused...
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I placed my loved one here when his Alzheimer’s had progressed to the point that I could no longer safely care for him at home.He lived in the memory care unit for six months until his death. The proximity...
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.
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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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I have 2 elderly parents who BOTH have different dementias & I'm the only living adult "child" & I'm 100% disabled! PTL my parents saved their money for this time in their lives AND also bought longterm care...
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
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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: 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.
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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Cost of independent living in La Plata, NM

The average cost of senior living in La Plata is $4,080 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ojo Amarillo, NM with an average of $3,815 per month.

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

La Plata, NM
$4,080/mo

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

La Plata, NM
$4,080/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$4,680/mo
Independent Living
$4,080/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,360/mo
Studio
$5,300/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,300/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,360/mo

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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 La Plata

Recent reviews for independent living in La Plata

Beehive Homes Of Farmington

4.9
Both of my parents were in another, bigger assisted living place the past 2 years & I wasn't happy seeing things they neglected to do, or tried to hide, etc. I have never been a caregiver b4 & didn't know the difference, until I was "forced" by the 1st to move my parents. The sweet Beehive made ...
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The Bridge at Farmington Assisted Living

4.9
My loved one, liked the food, and it was very good. They offered a lot of activities but my loved one did not participate in any. The value for the money was good, but was expensive. They took really good care of my loved one. The satff was very friendly, and compassionate. Overall, it is a ...
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Sunshine Gardens in Durango, CO

4.6
The caregivers genuinely care about the residents. I don't ever have to worry about my mom being taken care of. They're also very good about updating about any concerns.

La Plata independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dining options in La Plata 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 La Plata communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
La Plata, NMNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in La Plata 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 La Plata offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
14.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
46.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
46.1%
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The Bridge at Farmington Assisted Living, Sunshine Gardens and Madison House-Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near La Plata, New Mexico. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near La Plata, New Mexico. See the full list.

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