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Memory care in Sandia Heights 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 Sandia Heights is about $4,833 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 26 communities, read 880 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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9.5
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My parents resided at Morada Quintessence for several years. They were always well cared for, and both made lots of friends. After dad passed away, the staff made sure that mom stayed active. The care team...
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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9.9
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It was the most cheerful experience we had meaning the tour. I would recommend it to them based upon n friendliness and mainly an employee named {name removed] She is the best, and very helpful to me.
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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34 reviews
9.3
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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...
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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8.8
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130 reviews
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My dad seems to be doing well and engaged in activities. I feel great knowing he is at Morada while I'm in another state. It was easy to move him in. The price was great. Not the cheapest but not the most...
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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8.7
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This is a warming welcoming community. You can find many friends at the varied activities. We have world travelers, interesting occupation background and need people to talk to.
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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8.6
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87 reviews
8.6
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87 reviews
5 star
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The caregivers are great. Not enough activities. TV is not enough. We picked this community because of their activity schedule and location.
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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8.5
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8.5
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This is a great place! Overall my mom is very happy there. Safety was an issue for me. Since Mom has dementia I wanted to be sure there was a system in place to make sure she couldn't just walk out of...
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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8.5
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31 reviews
8.5
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31 reviews
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What we like the most about the MorningStar Assisted Living community is the cleanliness of the community as well as the friendliness of the staff. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would maybe...
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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8.4
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39 reviews
8.4
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39 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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8.3
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76 reviews
8.3
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76 reviews
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The staff treat my mom with compassion and respect. The building feels like someone's home, not sterile or clinical. Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend this community to other families...
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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I chose this community mainly because the room sizes were good, the price was in the medium range, and the staff ratios were good. They have had a lot staff turnover. The food is good and they are trying ...
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,...
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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.
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...
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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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6.4
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6.4
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Facility is nicely laid out and easy to get around. "Extra care" is costly and somewhat inflexible. My mother hasn't participated in any activities yet but there seems to be a variety. Located close to...
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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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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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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33 Floor plans available
9.3
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120 reviews
9.3
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Staff is very friendly, several have been there for years. Clean environment. Had a few problems with AC, toilets running.. Maintenance fixed right away.. Residents have been friendly and welcoming.
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, 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, 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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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.
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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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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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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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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.

Cost of memory care in Sandia Heights, NM

The average cost of senior living in Sandia Heights is $4,833 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Los Cerrillos, NM with an average of $4,606 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sandia Heights, NM vs. nearby cities

Sandia Heights, NM
$4,833/mo
$4,833/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sandia Heights, NM vs. the state and national average

Sandia Heights, NM
$4,833/mo
U.S. national average
$4,989/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sandia Heights vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,833/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Sandia Heights, NM by room type

Semi-Private
$4,633/mo
Studio
$4,666/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,394/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,019/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,000/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Sandia Heights over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Sandia Heights

Recent reviews for memory care 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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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 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 review score based on 166 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 166 reviews of 25 Sandia Heights memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sandia Heights 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 Heights review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Sandia Heights, NM25 facilities
8.4
Edith Endave, NM35 facilities
8.4
Corrales, NM28 facilities

Review subcategories for Sandia Heights 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 166 reviews of 25 Sandia Heights memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sandia Heights 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.
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Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
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4.4
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Sandia Heights memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sandia Heights memory care 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 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 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
80%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64%
72.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sandia Heights 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 Heights Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sandia Heights, NMNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sandia Heights 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 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
16%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
52%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16%
17.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sandia Heights 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 Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
52%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sandia Heights 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 Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sandia Heights, NMNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
76%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
72%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, Morada Quintessence and Brookdale Valencia are the top-rated memory care facilities near Sandia Heights, New Mexico. See full list of communities.

There are 26 memory care facilities near Sandia Heights, New Mexico. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Sandia Heights, New Mexico is Morada Quintessence. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 26 memory care facilities near you in Sandia Heights, 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 Heights, 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 Heights, 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 Heights, New Mexico ranges from $1550 to $50000. The average Memory Care cost in Sandia Heights, New Mexico is $4,833. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Sandia Heights, 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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