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Memory care in Lower Colonias offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Lower Colonias is about $4,658 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 10 communities, read 93 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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1212 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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61 reviews
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Brookdale is great. Friendly helpful staff there, a great outdoor pond courtyard area , good food, excellent activities, and other residents are pleasantly interactive.
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.
Find Your Redefined IndependenceIt’s time to upgrade your senior living, and you don’t even have to leave town to do it. We are a senior living community right here in Santa Fe that offers beautiful independent living and assisted living residences in pueblo-style architecture with magnificent...
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44 Floor plans available
7.6
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20 reviews
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I have visited my sister daily in the memory care unit for 19 days at varying times of each the day. She is confined to her bed now. I have been impressed with the care, attention, and patience all the staff...
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.
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Santa Fe proudly brings to area the finest assisted living Santa Fe NM offers. Our new community is located near the intersection of St. Francis and St. Michael on the city’s west side and is ideally situated for mountain views. Dedicated to...
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5 star
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3 star
9%
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It is simply wonderful to live at a place where everybody here cares for one another. The care services so far have been very good. They do have really good activities, the kids from the local school get a...
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.
Welcome Home to The Montecito Santa Fe The Montecito is an unparalleled luxurious retirement community located in picturesque Santa Fe where senior living is celebrated in ultimate resort style. Here, generous amenities complement a breadth of daily activities and like-minded people who share...
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, 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.
Photo of The Rosemont of Santa Fe
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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Kingston Residence of Santa Fe was a wonderful place for mom. The facility was very nice and well kept. There were plenty of activities to choose from weekly and the food was excellent. I believe they also...
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.
Kingston Residence of Santa Fe located in Santa Fe, Santa Fe County, New Mexico provides seniors with a caring assisted community that they can call home. This area is rich with history and things to do. Santa Fe offers an opera house, hiking and camping tours, museums, and much more. This area...
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Cost of memory care in Lower Colonias, NM

The average cost of senior living in Lower Colonias is $4,658 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upper Colonias, NM with an average of $4,515 per month.

Memory care costs in Lower Colonias, NM, vs. nearby cities

Lower Colonias, NM
$4,658/mo
$4,625/mo
$4,625/mo

Memory care costs in Lower Colonias, NM, vs. state and national averages

Lower Colonias, NM
$4,658/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

Memory care costs in Lower Colonias, NM, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,658/mo

Memory care costs in Lower Colonias, NM, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,445/mo
Studio
$4,641/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,845/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,610/mo

Senior living costs in Lower Colonias 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: Lower Colonias, NM
Column state: New Mexico
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLower Colonias, NMNew MexicoU.S.
Memory Care$4,658/mo$4,589/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,557/mo$4,391/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$4,416/mo$4,302/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Lower Colonias, NM:$4,658/mo
New Mexico:$4,589/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Lower Colonias, NM:$4,557/mo
New Mexico:$4,391/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Lower Colonias, NM:$4,416/mo
New Mexico:$4,302/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Lower Colonias

Recent reviews for memory care in Lower Colonias

The Montecito Santa Fe

4.6
The room is clean at this community. They let me bring all of my furniture here and it was nice to be able to bring my own things. I have only met a few staff so far but they have been pretty good. There was an incident where a piece of glass was broken and I am still waiting to hear back on ...
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MorningStar of Santa Fe

4.1
The facility is very well done and the little one bedroom apartment my aunt and uncle are in is very nice and spacious enough for both wheelchairs. Unfortunately I cannot comment on the activities as they will not participate, which disappoints me. They said the food is good but not a lot of ...
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Marbella Santa Fe

4.5
[name removed], the medical director is wonderful. Her staff has been very helpful. [name removed] who does transport to medical appointments is also very helpful.

Lower Colonias memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lower Colonias memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lower Colonias, 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 Lower Colonias 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 Lower Colonias that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lower Colonias, NMNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.9%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lower Colonias 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 Lower Colonias Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lower Colonias, NMNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.9%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lower Colonias 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 Lower Colonias partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lower Colonias, NMNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Lower Colonias 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 Lower Colonias communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lower Colonias, NMNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lower Colonias 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 Lower Colonias offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lower Colonias, NMNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
57.1%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
57.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Lower Colonias

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 Lower Colonias protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Marbella Santa Fe, MorningStar of Santa Fe and The Montecito Santa Fe are the top-rated memory care facilities near Lower Colonias, New Mexico. See full list of communities.
There are 10 memory care facilities near Lower Colonias, New Mexico. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Lower Colonias, New Mexico is Marbella Santa Fe. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 10 memory care facilities near you in Lower Colonias, 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 Lower Colonias, 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 Lower Colonias, 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 Lower Colonias, New Mexico ranges from $2285 to $9615. The average Memory Care cost in Lower Colonias, New Mexico is $4,658. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Lower Colonias, New Mexico typically starts at $2285. 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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