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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Pajarito Mesa, NM

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Assisted living costs in Pajarito Mesa average about $5,242 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 62 communities in Pajarito Mesa. Our detailed directory has 1459 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Albuquerque, Rio Rancho and Los Lunas.

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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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.
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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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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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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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: 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.
Photo of Life Spire Assisted Living Of North Albuquerque Acres
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.
Photo of The Retreat and Retreat Gardens
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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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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They were wonderful. They were very clean, and the care was great. I'm not sure who dropped the ball, but hospice never came out. Wrapping up the billing was difficult, it has been several months, and it...
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.
Enchanted Care Center Inc. was established by experienced professionals with over 30 years of health care management skills. We dispense our collective wisdom to help seniors lead safe and enjoyable lifestyles. We are active members of local and national senior care organizations. Our homes are...
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.

Cost of assisted living in Pajarito Mesa, NM

The average cost of senior living in Pajarito Mesa is $5,242 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rio Rancho, NM with an average of $5,207 per month.

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

Pajarito Mesa, NM
$5,242/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Pajarito Mesa, NM, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,242/mo
$6,370/mo

Assisted living costs in Pajarito Mesa, NM, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,993/mo
Studio
$4,710/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,320/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,165/mo

Senior living costs in Pajarito Mesa 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: Pajarito Mesa, NM
Column state: New Mexico
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Community typePajarito Mesa, NMNew MexicoU.S.
Assisted Living$5,242/mo$5,328/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,370/mo$6,193/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,407/mo$3,403/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Pajarito Mesa, NM:$5,242/mo
New Mexico:$5,328/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Pajarito Mesa, NM:$6,370/mo
New Mexico:$6,193/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Pajarito Mesa, NM:$3,407/mo
New Mexico:$3,403/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Pajarito Mesa, NM, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Pajarito Mesa 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 Pajarito Mesa, NM

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Pajarito Mesa 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 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Pajarito Mesa, NM$4,786/mo$4,606/mo+3.9%
New Mexico$5,001/mo$4,737/mo+5.6%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Pajarito Mesa, NM
2024 average cost:$4,786/mo
2023 average cost:$4,606/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
New Mexico
2024 average cost:$5,001/mo
2023 average cost:$4,737/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Pajarito Mesa, 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 Pajarito Mesa.

What families are saying about assisted living in Pajarito Mesa

Recent reviews for assisted living in Pajarito Mesa

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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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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Harmony House in Rio Rancho, NM

5.0
Harmony is a wonderful Residential Care Facility. The facility is three houses which hold about 8 to 10 residents each. There are one person bedrooms and bedrooms that are cut in half, so there will be two people per room. There are three houses, not a 100 people housed in one big building. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Several reviews from Morada Albuquerque mention the kindness and compassion of the staff at Morada Albuquerque. They are described as going above and beyond to make residents and their families feel welcomed and supported.
Variety of activities. Reviews for Morada Albuquerque highlight the range of fun activities offered at Morada Albuquerque, such as weekly socials, monthly faith services, daily movies, and regular outings. This keeps residents engaged and active.
Attentive and helpful care. Numerous reviews for Morada Albuquerque mention the attentiveness of the care staff, ensuring that residents' needs are met in a timely and compassionate manner. This includes medication reminders and regular communication with families.
Tasty meals and dining experiences. At Brookdale Valencia, residents express their satisfaction with the quality of meals and dining experiences. The staff is praised for accommodating individual preferences and dietary restrictions.
Safe and secure environment. Reviews for GoodLife Senior Living Los Lunas emphasize the sense of safety and security that residents feel. The staff is described as gentle and caring, ensuring that residents receive the care they need in a compassionate and respectful manner.
Well-maintained living spaces. Throughout the reviews, residents mention the cleanliness and upkeep of their living spaces, whether it's their private rooms or common areas. This contributes to a sense of pride and comfort in their new home.
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Pajarito Mesa review score based on 230 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 230 reviews of 62 Pajarito Mesa assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Pajarito Mesa 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

Pajarito Mesa review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Pajarito Mesa, NM62 facilities
8.1
Los Lunas, NM62 facilities
7.1
Rio Rancho, NM59 facilities

Review subcategories for Pajarito Mesa 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 230 reviews of 62 Pajarito Mesa assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Pajarito Mesa 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.
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Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.3
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.1
3.4
Meals & dining
2.9
3.1
Activities
2.8
3.1
Value for cost*
2.9
3.1
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Pajarito Mesa assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pajarito Mesa assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pajarito Mesa, 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 Pajarito Mesa 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 Pajarito Mesa 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%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.2%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.4%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.4%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.3%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.5%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Pajarito Mesa 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 Pajarito Mesa Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.5%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.1%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
35.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pajarito Mesa 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 Pajarito Mesa 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
22.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.6%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
45.2%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.2%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.7%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Pajarito Mesa 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 Pajarito Mesa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
29%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35.5%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.4%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pajarito Mesa 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 Pajarito Mesa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.2%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.4%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.4%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.3%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.1%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.3%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.3%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
54.8%
48%
Dances
Dances
29%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.8%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Pajarito Mesa

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 Pajarito Mesa protect seniors.
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Haven Care - Fir House, Vista Sandia Assisted Living and The Montebello on Academy are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Pajarito Mesa, New Mexico. See full list of communities.
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