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10 Best Nursing Homes in Sandia Heights, NM

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Photo of Morada QuintessenceCommunity card badge
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9.6
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77 reviews
9.6
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77 reviews
5 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 Montebello on Academy
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9.7
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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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88 Photos available
9.5
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102 reviews
9.5
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102 reviews
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The one thing that makes Fairwinds really stand out is the residents are all so friendly. They are like family and the staff are also friendly and helpful. The other thing that makes Fairwinds stand out from...
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.
Fairwinds - Rio Rancho offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are proud to be managed by Leisure Care who leads the industry in the development and management of elegant retirement communities that are all about Five-Star Fun. At Fairwinds - Rio...
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9.4
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36 reviews
9.4
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36 reviews
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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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9.0
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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
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100 reviews
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100 reviews
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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 Avamere at Rio Rancho
77 Photos available
8.6
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84 reviews
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The personnel are responsive. The intake individual, [name removed], was exceptionally helpful and reached out to the previous facility to facilitate transfer and collect necessary documentation. My mother...
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.
Avamere at Rio Rancho offers residents the full spectrum of senior living options including independent, assisted living and a secure memory care community. Located on Albuquerque's west side, close to both Cottonwood mall and scenic Corrales, we are conveniently located near Presbyterian Rust,...
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8.5
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16 reviews
8.5
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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
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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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Photo of MorningStar at North Ridge
1616 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.9
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7.9
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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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Photo of The Woodmark at Uptown
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
7.6
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115 reviews
7.6
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115 reviews
5 star
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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
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10 reviews
7.0
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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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1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
6.2
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6.2
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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 Sandia Senior Suites
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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.
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They are excellent. So far it seems quite good and it is very quiet over there. The people and services are lovely. It is clean. My loved one needs more interaction. He needs stimulation and it is not their...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Spanish Trails Rehabilitation Suites offers short-term and long-term care in a comfortable, and supportive environment with 24-hour nursing care. We create individualized care plan for each guest and provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy and other rehabilitative care. We also offer...
Photo of Casa de Rosa Assisted Living
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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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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 Brookdale Valencia
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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131 reviews
9.0
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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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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
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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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 spent 24 hours in another facility before having the good luck to get a bed in Advanced Health Care, with great nurses and CAIs, not to mention goof food. I was there for three weeks and given the...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Advanced Health Care of Albuquerque, our goal is to make each patient’s stay short, pleasant, and productive. Our state-of-the-art facilities are centered around our patients. We have a warm fireplace and courtyard patio available for enjoyment. We also provide a charming beauty salon/barber...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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 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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Sandia Heights, NM

The average cost of senior living in Sandia Heights is $4,803 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Los Cerrillos, NM with an average of $4,732 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Sandia Heights, NM, vs. nearby cities

Sandia Heights, NM
$4,803/mo
$4,803/mo

Nursing homes costs in Sandia Heights, NM, vs. state and national averages

Sandia Heights, NM
$4,803/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Sandia Heights, NM, vs. other senior living options

$4,803/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,803/mo

Nursing homes costs in Sandia Heights, NM, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,611/mo
Studio
$4,751/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,256/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,985/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,000/mo

Senior living costs in Sandia Heights vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Sandia Heights, NM
Column state: New Mexico
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSandia Heights, NMNew MexicoU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,803/mo$4,365/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,250/mo$4,271/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,803/mo$4,365/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,426/mo$4,059/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Sandia Heights, NM:$4,803/mo
New Mexico:$4,365/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Sandia Heights, NM:$4,250/mo
New Mexico:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Sandia Heights, NM:$4,803/mo
New Mexico:$4,365/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Sandia Heights, NM:$4,426/mo
New Mexico:$4,059/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Sandia Heights, NM, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Sandia Heights 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Sandia Heights, NM

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Sandia Heights 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 Heights, NM$4,639/mo$4,561/mo+1.7%
New Mexico$4,933/mo$4,668/mo+5.7%
National$5,667/mo$5,383/mo+5.3%
Sandia Heights, NM
2024 average cost:$4,639/mo
2023 average cost:$4,561/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
New Mexico
2024 average cost:$4,933/mo
2023 average cost:$4,668/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,667/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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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 nursing homes in Sandia Heights

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Sandia Heights

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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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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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
63.3%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.3%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.3%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.7%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.3%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.7%
19.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*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.
Sandia Heights, NMNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
1.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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.
Sandia Heights, NMNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.7%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.3%
0.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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.
Sandia Heights, NMNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.7%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.3%
0.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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.
Sandia Heights, NMNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.7%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.3%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.3%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.3%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.3%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.7%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.7%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
56.7%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
30%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.3%
0.5%
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