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5 Best Nursing Homes in El Refugio, NM

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El Refugio is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 5 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in El Refugio, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in El Refugio is about $4,802, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 125 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near El Refugio, NM

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Photo of Brookdale Tramway Ridge
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77 Floor plans available
8.9
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85 reviews
8.9
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85 reviews
5 star
38%
4 star
37%
3 star
16%
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5%
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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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8.4
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5 star
33%
4 star
44%
3 star
8%
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5%
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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
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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.
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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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.
Brio Assisted Living’s focus is creating a home for each and every resident. It is where we started, and what we strive to do each day. We are an independently owned assisted community in the northeast heights of Albuquerque NM with a vision of enriching lives by providing individualized care...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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 nursing homes in El Refugio, NM

The average cost of senior living in El Refugio is $4,802 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Los Cerrillos, NM with an average of $4,564 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in El Refugio, NM vs. nearby cities

El Refugio, NM
$4,802/mo
$4,746/mo
$5,079/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in El Refugio, NM vs. the state and national average

El Refugio, NM
$4,802/mo
U.S. national average
$4,844/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in El Refugio vs. other types of senior living

$4,813/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,802/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in El Refugio, NM by room type

Semi-Private
$5,800/mo
Studio
$4,952/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,330/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in El Refugio over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in El Refugio

Recent reviews for nursing homes in El Refugio

Manzano Del Sol Good Samaritan in Albuquerque, NM

5.0
This is a wonderful place! My mother is getting therapy after a fall and they’re very good, compassionate people. They are honest and kind and it’s just wonderful! It’s like being in heaven. After terrible experiences at other communities, this gives me some hope for the senior care industry.

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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Brookdale Tramway Ridge in Albuquerque, NM

3.9
Families need to be be present and interactive. Observation keeps staff honest. Most staff is good but like everywhere you have staff that shouldn't be in the field. If the families speak up consistently, then the staff and facility is forced to respond and take action. As far as activities go ...
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El Refugio nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in El Refugio nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in El Refugio, 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 El Refugio nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in El Refugio 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
60%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in El Refugio nursing homes

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 El Refugio Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
El Refugio, NMNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
60%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in El Refugio nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of El Refugio partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
El Refugio, NMNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
80%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in El Refugio nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of El Refugio communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
El Refugio, NMNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
60%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
60%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in El Refugio nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in El Refugio offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
40%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, Morada Quintessence and Albuquerque Grand Senior Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near El Refugio, New Mexico. See full list of communities.

There are 5 nursing homes facilities near El Refugio, New Mexico. See the full list.

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