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Assisted living costs in Ponderosa average about $4,353 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 88 communities in Ponderosa. Our detailed directory has 1479 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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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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It is like living at a Resort in this facility. Because of the staff and operating procedures one is more relaxed and can enjoy their old age. Thanks!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Find Your Redefined IndependenceIt’s time to upgrade your senior living, and you don’t even have to leave town to do it. We are a senior living community right here in Santa Fe that offers beautiful independent living and assisted living residences in pueblo-style architecture with magnificent...
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9.5
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My father was a resident of Quintessence before his recent passing, and everything about the community exceeded our expectations. [name removed] was incredibly helpful and thorough during the move in...
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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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.
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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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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The staff is friendly and works to become more like family than just a care taker. Facility was kept clean for the most part. However, if your love ones are bit on the social side and still mobile,...
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.
Haven Care Home Evergreen is an assisted living micro community located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. There is a hospital that is less than 1 mile from the facility. This is perfect for the residents that need immediate care that is beyond the staff's control. Our staff is available to our...
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Palmilla was recommended to me by a practitioner friend who has worked in all the assisted living homes in the city. My dad moved in with me from out of state in a crisis situation and Palmilla quickly had a...
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.
Palmilla Senior Living puts premium independent senior living within your reach. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Alzheimer's and Memory Care in Albuquerque, New Mexico. All of our living options stress independence and autonomy, providing the assistance you need to live...
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Very caring staff. Cleanliness of the facility. Accommodating to the family. Encouraged the residents to participate in the activities. Staff provided personal care with concerns for the residents abilities....
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.
Vista Sandia Assisted Living Facility is located in Albuquerque’s North East Heights. It is a state licensed residential care community specializing in the care of individuals who can no longer live on their own but do not need the rigors of nursing home care. Vista Sandia is unique in that it...
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I'm gonna have to give them a five..! I literally have no complaints!! and again I'm gonna thank a place for mom.. for being extremely helpful! I literally tell people about you guys...that's how pleased I...
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.
Willow Wood Assisted Living Facility is located in Willow Wood Heights subdivision in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It is a state licensed residential care community specializing in the care of individuals who can no longer live on their own but do not need the rigors of nursing home care. Willow Wood...
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Photo of Morada Albuquerque
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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.
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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Photo of Haven Care - Fir House Memory Care
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I would recommend the facility because of the staff, the cleanliness and the homey quality. We loved being able to sit outside in the shaded garden. The food was pretty basic, but they tried to meet my...
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.
Having a loved one who needs long term assistance can be heartbreaking and very stressful. Haven Care is here to make sure your loved ones live their lives to the fullest and make you and your family stress free. Our small community is located in Albuquerque, NM. All of our residents live in...
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Photo of Las Soleras Senior Living
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8.7
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None to compare. Facilities are clean, safe, and upscale decorated. Staff is professional, courteous, helpful, front desk staff is present at all times. Backyard is lovely for sitting outside. Dining room is...
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.
Life at Las SolerasLas Soleras Senior Living is your home base for everything that makes life rich and vibrant — activities, travel, excitement, learning, growing.Experience more, do what you love. When you live here, you’re making the good things in life your priority. Learn to salsa? Let’s do...
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My loved one loves the activities provided for the residents. There is a daily schedule that's she's memorized to make sure she doesn't miss bingo and black jack. I'm happy that the staff is very attentive...
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 The Legacy at Santa Fe, we provide assisted living and memory care services in a welcoming environment designed for older adults. Located in Santa Fe, NM, our community focuses on creating meaningful experiences, offering daily activities, and supporting residents through personalized care....
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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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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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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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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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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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They do what the others SAY they will do!! FOOD YES! CARE YES! Engaged with residents YES! WE found Lifespire after my wife ENDURED 14 months at another institution in Albuquerque where the care was very...
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.
Life Spire has been in business for over 6 years. We provide a warm and homelike atmosphere within a secured setting. We started our line of work by assisting adults and children with disabilities to live at home and be active in the community. Our strong commitment to our mission lead the phone...
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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
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.
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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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...
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.
Haven Care operates five assisted living residences in the greater Albuquerque, New Mexico area. Birch house is a lovely brick home in an upper middle class neighborhood and is less than 3 miles from Lovelace Women's Hospital, which was rated at 87% on its latest medicare review. Three other...
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The facility is very well done and the little one bedroom apartment my aunt and uncle are in is very nice and spacious enough for both wheelchairs. Unfortunately I cannot comment on the activities as they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Santa Fe proudly brings to area the finest assisted living Santa Fe NM offers. Our new community is located near the intersection of St. Francis and St. Michael on the city’s west side and is ideally situated for mountain views. Dedicated to...
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Overall, MorningStar has been a good choice for Mom, but I can see where some improvements need to be made. For example, it would be nice if they provided some evening activities occasionally as that is when...
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, 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 meals at the Neighborhood are tasty and varied. Between the dining room and the Bistro, there is always something which is appealing. I would like to give a shout out to the wait staff. They are...
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.
Supportive Care at The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho is a Premier Full Service Health Care Community where extra support is available at one location. There is no entry fee or long term contract to move directly into Supportive Care at The Neighborhood in Rio Ranchoand features both private studio...
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Cost of assisted living in Ponderosa, NM

The average cost of senior living in Ponderosa is $4,353 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zia Pueblo, NM with an average of $4,212 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ponderosa, NM vs. nearby cities

Ponderosa, NM
$4,353/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ponderosa, NM vs. the state and national average

Ponderosa, NM
$4,353/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ponderosa vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,353/mo
$4,829/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Ponderosa, NM by room type

Semi-Private
$4,572/mo
Private
$5,733/mo
Studio
$4,717/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,425/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,631/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,367/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Ponderosa over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ponderosa, 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 Ponderosa.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ponderosa

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ponderosa

Brookdale Valencia in Albuquerque, NM

5.0
I had to find a community for my mom on an emergency basis. The Brookdale team was fantastic - I toured two facilities virtually and then flew in to tour them in person. After selecting Valencia, they set up a respite room for my mom so I could get their immediate support while I then packed up ...
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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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Well-maintained facilities. Communities prioritize cleanliness and upkeep, ensuring a comfortable living environment for residents. At Brookdale Valencia, the apartments are described as spotless, while at The Legacy at Santa Fe, the common areas are kept inviting and welcoming. Families of Ravenna Assisted Living pr ...
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Nutritious and tasty meals. Fresh, nutritious meals are a priority, ensuring residents look forward to mealtimes. At The Montebello on Academy, families praise the quality and variety of the food, while at Fountain Hill Assisted Living, residents enjoy meals that cater to their dietary preferences. Residents of Mornin ...
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Ponderosa review score based on 277 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 277 reviews of 74 Ponderosa assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ponderosa 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

Ponderosa review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Ponderosa, NM74 facilities
7.9
Jemez Springs, NM86 facilities
8.2

Review subcategories for Ponderosa 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 277 reviews of 74 Ponderosa assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ponderosa 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.
Ponderosa, NM averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.7
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Ponderosa assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ponderosa assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ponderosa, 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 Ponderosa 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 Ponderosa that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ponderosa, NMNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.2%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.2%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.6%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.9%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.9%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ponderosa 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 Ponderosa Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ponderosa, NMNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.9%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.5%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.4%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
32.4%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ponderosa 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 Ponderosa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ponderosa, NMNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
45.9%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.9%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.5%
14.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Ponderosa 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 Ponderosa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ponderosa, NMNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.8%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
36.5%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ponderosa 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 Ponderosa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ponderosa, NMNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.9%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.4%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.5%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.1%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.2%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.2%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.5%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
54.1%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
32.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.7%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.3%
45.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Ponderosa

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New Mexico assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Ponderosa protect seniors.

Learn about New Mexico Assisted Living regulations

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Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, Brookdale Santa Fe and Morada Quintessence are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ponderosa, New Mexico. See full list of communities.

There are 88 assisted living facilities near Ponderosa, New Mexico. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Ponderosa, New Mexico is Morada Quintessence. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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