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Assisted living costs in South Garcia average about $4,410 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 80 communities in South Garcia. Our detailed directory has 1370 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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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: 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
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.
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: 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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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.
Wilson Family care is a professional, experienced family care center for you and your family health care needs. Offering health care from birth to older years, we specialize in all fields in both men and women. Located in Florida, Wilson family care is filled with doctors and employees who truly...
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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
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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.
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, 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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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
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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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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
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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.

Cost of assisted living in South Garcia, NM

The average cost of senior living in South Garcia is $4,410 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Skyline-Ganipa, NM with an average of $1,800 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Garcia, NM, vs. nearby cities

South Garcia, NM
$4,410/mo

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

South Garcia, NM
$4,410/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in South Garcia, NM, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,410/mo
$5,079/mo

Assisted living costs in South Garcia, 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 South Garcia 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: South Garcia, NM
Column state: New Mexico
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Garcia, NMNew MexicoU.S.
Assisted Living$4,410/mo$4,391/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,079/mo$4,589/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,645/mo$4,302/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
South Garcia, NM:$4,410/mo
New Mexico:$4,391/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
South Garcia, NM:$5,079/mo
New Mexico:$4,589/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
South Garcia, NM:$4,645/mo
New Mexico:$4,302/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in South Garcia, NM, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in South Garcia 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
South Garcia, 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%
South Garcia, 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 South Garcia, 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 South Garcia.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Garcia

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Garcia

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. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as The Montebello on Academy, Morada Quintessence, and MorningStar of Rio Rancho, who go above and beyond to make residents feel at home and ensure their needs are met.
Variety of activities for residents. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered by communities, including movie nights, gardening classes, and social events, as noted in reviews for The Montebello on Academy, Morada Albuquerque, and Brookdale Tramway Ridge.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of community spaces and living areas, with specific mentions of tidy rooms and common areas, as seen in reviews for Morada Albuquerque, Palmilla Senior Living, and MorningStar of Albuquerque.
Individualized care plans. Some families express gratitude for the personalized care plans created for their loved ones at facilities like Morada Albuquerque, Brookdale Tramway Ridge, and GoodLife Senior Living Los Lunas, which address specific needs and preferences.
Communication with families. Regular communication between caregivers and families is important to many residents and their loved ones, and is highlighted in reviews for Ravenna Assisted Living, MorningStar of Albuquerque, and MorningStar of Rio Rancho.
Welcoming and inclusive community. Residents find comfort in the warm and welcoming atmosphere of their communities, as noted in reviews for Avamere at Rio Rancho, Brookdale Valencia, and Fountain Hill Assisted Living, where friendships and social connections are encouraged.
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South Garcia review score based on 263 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 263 reviews of 64 South Garcia assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Garcia 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

South Garcia review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
South Garcia, NM64 facilities
8.2
8.1
Pajarito Mesa, NM25 facilities

Review subcategories for South Garcia 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 263 reviews of 64 South Garcia assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Garcia 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
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.4
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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South Garcia assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Garcia assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Garcia, 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 Garcia 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 South Garcia 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
67.2%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.3%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.8%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.6%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in South Garcia 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 South Garcia 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
70.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.2%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
35.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Garcia 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 South Garcia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Garcia, NMNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.6%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
45.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.8%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.6%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in South Garcia 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 South Garcia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.4%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
34.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Garcia 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 South Garcia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
43.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.6%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.8%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.1%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.4%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
53.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
28.1%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.3%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.3%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Garcia

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 South Garcia protect seniors.
Learn about New Mexico assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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