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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Salem, NM
The cost of independent living in Salem is about $3,451 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 139 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Caballo, Nutt and Hatch.
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66 Floor plans available
9.1
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44 reviews
Solstice is fabulous. I have recently added Hospice in-home care through Ambercare. Solstice has been wonderful and working with care providers. Solstice provides so many opportunities for their residents...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Located an hour from El Paso, Solstice Senior Living at Las Cruces offers a tropical mirage atmosphere with desert landscape for our residents to enjoy easy access to adventure, entertainment and the beautiful outdoors. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the availability of on-site...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.7
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16 reviews
My mom was a resident of the memory care unit, the staff was friendly, and caring, with the residents. [New resident] the director was extremely knowledgeable, and personable. The meals they prepared were...
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.
The Village at Northrise - Proudlyserving our local community in Las Cruces NMsince 1998. The Village at Northrise isa 16-acre continuing care campus forseniors with majestic views of theOrgan Mountains. TheVillage at Northrise offersindependent living, assisted living,skilled nursing and memory...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
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31 reviews
When it comes to the meals, there could be more of a variety. However, everything else is great and we would recommend them to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
ABOUT US Unique design differences place The Haciendas at Grace Village among the most outstanding Alzheimer's and dementia care facilities in our region. Truly not a 'facility', but instead, a residence, the Haciendas at Grace Village is comprised of residential-style homes that provide...
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8.2
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31 reviews
The staff is good, but there is a bit of a lack of communication. Security is good for keeping patients safe and not roaming around outside. The move in process was easy, and the facility was clean. I would...
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.
Desert Peaks Assisted Living & Memory Care is guided by goodness, loyalty, faith, and fun. We're located in beautiful Las Cruces, New Mexico and offer independent living, assisted living and memory care services for seniors. We warmly welcome you to experience the good people who live and...
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7.8
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6 reviews
This is a smaller facility, so there is more one on one care. The medical care could use better attention to resident's needs. Medical care attending physicians will only see you if you tell the staff you're...
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.
The AristocratThe Aristocrat is a senior living community located in the beautiful town of Las Cruces, New Mexico. Our community is located near the foot hills of the Organ Mountains, so our residents are able to enjoy the beauty of splendor of New Mexico every day. Las Cruces is an active town...
8.9
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4 reviews
I have ONLY PRAISE for the staff at this WONDERFUL facility!!! My mother was cared for and lived at BLUE HORIZON for almost 5 years. She was a little over 100 years young. The staff showed my mother the...
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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They are doing great. I haven't eaten there a lot, but I did have a Mother's Day meal there, and it was good. Overall they are doing a pretty good job. No specific areas of concern, or anything that needs...
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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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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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Adobe Assisted Living center in Las Cruces, New Mexico offers a homey atmosphere, yet it has space for 41 people. Therefore, senior citizens who stay here have the chance to make friends while feeling as if it is a place they can call their own. We focus on doing whatever we can to improve...
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Salem, NM
The average cost of senior living in Salem is $3,451 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Faywood, NM with an average of $2,183 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Salem, NM vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Salem, NM vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Salem
Recent reviews for independent living in Salem
The Aristocrat in Las Cruces, NM
4.4
They are smaller than most facilities, so you get more one on one attention.
My loved one does no participate in a majority of the activities provided.
I would recommend The Aristocrat to others looking.
Haciendas at Grace Village in Las Cruces, NM
4.9
It was a wonderful place and the staff were extremely helpful.
The staff went out of their way to accommodate changes in my father's condition. Maintaining the residents' dignity was a primary focus for them. The facility was always clean and smelled nice. I really like the fact that the door ...
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Country Sunset in Hatch, NM
4.8
Everyone there at The Jim Wood Home has been very helpful. They are all very kind, and very understanding. It has been a really good experience and I would highly recommend them.
Salem independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salem independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Salem, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Salem independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Salem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Salem, NMNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.4%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Salem independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Salem independent 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 independent living communities in Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.1%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.4%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Solstice Senior Living at Las Cruces, Blue Horizon Assisted Living and The Village at Northrise are the top-rated independent living facilities near Salem, New Mexico. See full list of communities.
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