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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in South Valley, NM
Memory care in South Valley 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 South Valley is about $4,862 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 12 communities, read 529 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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8.8
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132 reviews
Based on the experience we have had with Morada Albuquerque, we would recommend them to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
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.
Morada Albuquerque is a bright, friendly community where residents feel right at home. Our convenient month to month rent and levels of care help residents who are completely independent to those who need help. Enjoy restaurant-style dining, an abundance of activities, and a staff who truly...
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9 reviews
My husband was there only a couple of weeks in [date removed]. Based off of our short experience, I would recommend Fountain Hill to others looking for assisted living.
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.
Fountain Hill Assisted Living is locally owned and operated community residence. We provide high quality and personal residential living care in Albuquerque, NM. We focus on quality care and comfort in a family setting. That includes attention to enrichment for our residents through daily...
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When we walked in for the first time Westwind felt like home! The food is great, residents have choices and can ask for something different that matches their taste, like a sandwich with certain...
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.
Thank you for your interest in Westwind House. Welcome to Westwind House! Westwind House offers an independent living as well as an assisted living environment. It is our pleasure to provide a secure, healthy and happy home. We encourage an atmosphere where family members of all ages are...
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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
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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.
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...
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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
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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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29 reviews
I would recommend to anyone as he was well taken care of. Did not rate the food because he did not eat he was admitted in the hospice program and was there only a short period of time. The nurses were...
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.
Ravenna Assisted Living is a mid-sized, privately owned and operated senior living community in Albuquerque's West Side. In operation since 2014, we continue our passion for providing a safe and caring environment for our residents. We focus on compassion and engaging interactions and activities...
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There is always someone cleaning, even on weekends. Whomever sees my mom, always sits to have a few words with her, she doesn't leave her room. Hands on care is extra (point system), they give her meds with...
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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121 reviews
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...
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.
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Cost of memory care in South Valley, NM
The average cost of senior living in South Valley is $4,862 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Acomita Village, NM with an average of $3,585 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in South Valley
Recent reviews for memory care in South Valley
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.
Palmilla Senior Living in Albuquerque, NM
5.0
My mother is currently a resident at Palmilla Senior Living. Everything has been great for her at this facility, so far. Based on my mother's experience, I would recommend this facility to others who are looking for Memory Care.
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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South Valley review score based on 69 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 69 reviews of 10 South Valley memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The South Valley 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
South Valley review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for South Valley 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 69 reviews of 10 South Valley memory care communities. This chart helps you compare South Valley 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.South Valley, NM averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.2
4.5
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
4.0
4.4
Meals & dining
3.6
4.1
Activities
3.5
4.0
Value for cost*
3.5
4.0
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South Valley memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Valley memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Valley, 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 South Valley 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 South Valley 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
50%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in South Valley 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 South Valley Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
46.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30%
26.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Valley 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 South Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
41.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
50.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in South Valley 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 South Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
70%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Valley 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 South Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
70%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
30%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, Morada Quintessence and The Village At Alameda are the top-rated memory care facilities near South Valley, New Mexico. See full list of communities.
There are 12 memory care facilities near South Valley, New Mexico. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in South Valley, New Mexico is Morada Quintessence. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 12 memory care facilities near you in South Valley, 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 South Valley, 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 South Valley, 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 South Valley, New Mexico ranges from $1550 to $50000. The average Memory Care cost in South Valley, New Mexico is $4,862. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in South Valley, 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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