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Assisted living costs in Estancia average about $4,392 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 77 communities in Estancia. Our detailed directory has 1352 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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This assisted living facility is fantastic! My loved one was very well cared for and happy at this home. The staff is very attentive and caring. The food is home-made daily and delicious. They have art,...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Lala SalamaQuality Assisted Living for a Better Way of LifeLala Salama, (sleep well) is an Assisted Living Community centrally located in the NE Heights in Albuquerque, NM, next to Tanoan Country Club and Albuquerque Academy. Our spacious and beautifully remodeled home is open to serve elderly...
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My father lived here for apx 2 years intil the end of his life. The caregivers took such great care of him from the point of is independency and then to the most difficult point of his decline. They made...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Home Sweet Home strives to provide the highest quality of care and service, where comfort promotes a positive outcome that reflects on our resident's quality of life and dignity. Accommodations at Home Sweet Home are designed to give our residents the feeling of living at home. Flower garden...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Home Sweet Home - Palomas Place Home Sweet Home - Palomas Place is a residential care home for seniors that is located in the city of Albuquerque, New Mexico which is in Bernalillo County. Albuquerque is a unique city full of culture and recreation to suit every taste and need. For those nature...
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My Grandmother was at the Garland House after she fell and broke her hip. They took great care of her. They had music therapy and children therapy. It was in a regular neighborhood and it really felt like...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Garland HouseThe Garland House is a residential care home located in the active community of Albuquerque, New Mexico in Bernalillo County. The city is surrounded by recreational areas and hiking trails in locations like the Santa Fe National Forest, the Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge and...
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My mother was a resident at Life Spire Rio Rancho for over 6 years. We toured several assisted living locations before moving her in to Life Spire after my father passed. We made a perfect choice moving...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Harmony Residential Care, Inc. has been a part of my family for over two years. They have the most wonderful team who genuinely care for your loved one. My Grandmother aka Pretty Mama could not be in better...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Casa De Paz is a single-story senior care home located in the beautiful desert city of Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Located just north of Albuquerque, Rio Rancho is an historical and cultural gem with its own personality. Casa De Paz is a cozy home with a large, open floor plan. Recliners in the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.

Cost of assisted living in Estancia, NM

The average cost of senior living in Estancia is $4,392 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include El Cerro Mission, NM with an average of $4,410 per month.

Assisted living costs in Estancia, NM, vs. nearby cities

Estancia, NM
$4,392/mo
$4,747/mo

Assisted living costs in Estancia, NM, vs. state and national averages

Estancia, NM
$4,392/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Estancia, NM, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,392/mo
$5,065/mo

Assisted living costs in Estancia, NM, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,590/mo
Private
$6,114/mo
Studio
$5,112/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,578/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,625/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,260/mo

Senior living costs in Estancia 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: Estancia, NM
Column state: New Mexico
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEstancia, NMNew MexicoU.S.
Assisted Living$4,392/mo$4,391/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,065/mo$4,589/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,622/mo$4,302/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Estancia, NM:$4,392/mo
New Mexico:$4,391/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Estancia, NM:$5,065/mo
New Mexico:$4,589/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Estancia, NM:$4,622/mo
New Mexico:$4,302/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Estancia, NM, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Estancia 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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Assisted living cost trends in Estancia, NM

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Estancia 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
Estancia, NM$4,470/mo$4,394/mo+1.7%
New Mexico$4,620/mo$4,459/mo+3.6%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Estancia, NM
2024 average cost:$4,470/mo
2023 average cost:$4,394/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
New Mexico
2024 average cost:$4,620/mo
2023 average cost:$4,459/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Estancia, NM

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Estancia.

What families are saying about assisted living in Estancia

Recent reviews for assisted living in Estancia

GoodLife Senior Living Los Lunas

5.0
After touring several different assisted living facilities and being told they cannot accommodate someone who needs a two-person lift, my husband and I toured Goodlife Senior Living. We met with [name removed], the manager, and she was the first person to sit with us and tell us that everything ...
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Haven Care Birch House in Albuquerque, NM

3.9
My mother is currently a resident at Haven Care Birch House. The staff is a mix, three of the providers are terrific and one is very non caring. The Activities are the only thing that I would rate lower than a 4. The residents do sit and watch TV a lot.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff across various communities, including The Montebello on Academy, Morada Quintessence, and The Montebello on Academy. Residents and their families express gratitude for the long-term relationships that have been formed w ...
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Inviting community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere in their communities, such as The Montebello on Academy, Morada Albuquerque, and Brookdale Tramway Ridge. Residents enjoy making new friends and engaging in activities tailored to their interests.
Thoughtfully managed activities. Residents find enjoyment in the diverse range of activities offered in their communities, from movie nights and game rooms to gardening classes and hiking trips. Examples include The Montebello on Academy, Morada Albuquerque, and MorningStar of Rio Rancho.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, residents express satisfaction with the quality of their meals and the dining experiences, as seen in communities like Morada Quintessence, Morada Albuquerque, and The Village At Alameda. Many mention the accommodations made for dietary restrictions and preferences. ...
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Properly maintained facilities and grounds. Several reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, both in terms of the private apartments and the common areas, such as the patios and gardens. Communities include Avamere at Rio Rancho, Morada Albuquerque, and GoodLife Senior Living Los Lunas.
Frequent and effective communication. Families appreciate the open and honest communication from community staff regarding their loved ones' care. Regular updates and easy access to caregivers help put their minds at ease, as seen in communities like Morada Quintessence, The Woodmark at Uptown, and Ravenna Assisted Living.
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Estancia review score based on 261 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 261 reviews of 62 Estancia assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Estancia review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Estancia review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Estancia, NM62 facilities
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Willard, NM45 facilities
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Indian Hills, NM20 facilities

Review subcategories for Estancia assisted living

When assisted living 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 261 reviews of 62 Estancia assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Estancia resident and family assisted living 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.
Estancia, NM averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.4
3.7
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Estancia assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Estancia assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Estancia, 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 Estancia assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Estancia 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
67.7%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.2%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.4%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.9%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Estancia assisted living

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 Estancia Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Estancia, NMNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.9%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.5%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
37.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Estancia assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Estancia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Estancia, NMNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.6%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
45.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.5%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Estancia assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Estancia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.9%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
33.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Estancia assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Estancia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
43.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.7%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.4%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
53.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
27.4%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.4%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.2%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Estancia

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Estancia protect seniors.
Learn about New Mexico assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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