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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Veguita, NM

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The cost of independent living in Veguita is about $4,693 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 48 options. Read 1376 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.

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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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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: Independent Living
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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.
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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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
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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: Independent Living
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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.
Photo of Overture Albuquerque 55+ Apartment Homes
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
NOW OPEN! MOVE IN TODAY!Welcome to a vibrant 55+ world full of endless freedom and luxury at Overture in scenic Albuquerque, New Mexico. Whether you’re downsizing or rightsizing, you’ll experience carefree and maintenance-free living like never before. Have your choice of spacious and...
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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
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.
Photo of Life Spire Assisted Living Of North Albuquerque Acres
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.
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
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.

Cost of independent living in Veguita, NM

The average cost of senior living in Veguita is $4,693 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Abeytas, NM with an average of $4,582 per month.

Independent living costs in Veguita, NM, vs. nearby cities

Veguita, NM
$4,693/mo
$4,645/mo

Independent living costs in Veguita, NM, vs. state and national averages

Veguita, NM
$4,693/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Veguita, NM, vs. other senior living options

$5,193/mo
Independent Living
$4,693/mo

Independent living costs in Veguita, NM, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,835/mo
Studio
$4,584/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,297/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,310/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,128/mo

Senior living costs in Veguita 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: Veguita, NM
Column state: New Mexico
Column national: U.S.
Community typeVeguita, NMNew MexicoU.S.
Independent Living$4,693/mo$4,302/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,467/mo$4,391/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,193/mo$4,589/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Veguita, NM:$4,693/mo
New Mexico:$4,302/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Veguita, NM:$4,467/mo
New Mexico:$4,391/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Veguita, NM:$5,193/mo
New Mexico:$4,589/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Veguita, NM, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Veguita 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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Independent living cost trends in Veguita, NM

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Veguita 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
Veguita, NM$3,265/mo$3,103/mo+5.2%
New Mexico$3,249/mo$3,003/mo+8.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Veguita, NM
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,103/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
New Mexico
2024 average cost:$3,249/mo
2023 average cost:$3,003/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Veguita

Recent reviews for independent living in Veguita

GoodLife Senior Living Los Lunas

5.0
A very home type welcoming atmosphere . From my observation very skilled caring staff, the handling of residents is gentle and careful. Yes, housekeeping is available. The extra curricular activities are great. They bring in families and residents seem to be comfortable and enjoy being there.

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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The Village At Alameda in Albuquerque, NM

5.0
The Village at Alameda is a very nice place. Mom and Dad really like it. The food is good. The staff is great. The place is clean. They keep the apartments clean. If extra cleaning is needed, it is taken care of it right away. Hope this helps.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Cleanliness and safety of the community. Reviews for Sandia Vista Senior Living and The Rio Grande emphasize the cleanliness and safety of their respective communities, with residents expressing appreciation for staff's diligence in keeping the facilities clean and secure. In the case of The Rio Grande, families also mention the ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews, including those from Sandia Vista Senior Living, Coronado Villa Retirement Resort, and Paloma Landing, highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff members. Residents and their families have had positive experiences with staff members going above and beyond to pro ...
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Variety of activities. Communities like Brookdale Valencia, Sandia Vista Senior Living, and Palmilla Senior Living offer a range of activities for residents. From gardening and painting to Bible study and church services, residents are encouraged to engage in activities that cater to their interests.
Comfortable and spacious living quarters. Reviews for communities like Sandia Vista Senior Living, Palmilla Senior Living, and The Montebello on Academy praise the comfort and spaciousness of their living quarters. Residents enjoy having enough space to personalize their apartments and feel at home.
Balanced meals and diverse dining options. Quality meals and dining experiences are a highlight for many residents, as expressed in reviews for communities like Sandia Vista Senior Living, Palmilla Senior Living, and Paloma Landing. Meals cater to individual dietary restrictions and preferences, ensuring residents look forward to e ...
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Supportive and inclusive environment. Several reviews, such as those for Paloma Landing and Bear Canyon Estates, mention the sense of community and inclusivity within their respective communities. Residents and their families feel welcomed and supported, allowing them to feel at ease and make friends among their neighbors.
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Veguita independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Veguita independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Veguita, 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 Veguita 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 Veguita 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
12.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
43.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Veguita 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 Veguita communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
51.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
53.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Veguita 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 Veguita offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
58.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
34.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Montebello on Academy, Coronado Villa Retirement Resort and Morada Quintessence are the top-rated independent living facilities near Veguita, New Mexico. See full list of communities.
There are 48 independent living facilities near Veguita, New Mexico. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Veguita, New Mexico is Morada Quintessence. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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