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10 Best Nursing Homes in Pajarito Mesa, NM

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Pajarito Mesa 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 16 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Pajarito Mesa, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Pajarito Mesa is about $4,918, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 444 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Pajarito Mesa, NM

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Photo of Fairwinds - Rio Rancho
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The one thing that makes Fairwinds really stand out is the residents are all so friendly. They are like family and the staff are also friendly and helpful. The other thing that makes Fairwinds stand out from...
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......Read more
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Photo of Morada Albuquerque
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5 for all but value. I would rate a 4 because we spend $[fee removed] each month for her to be given 1 pill every night. That seems excessive to me They are all wonderful. Everyone is so nice and...
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.
Morada Albuquerque is a bright, friendly community where residents feel right at home. Our convenient month to month rent and levels of care help residents who are completely independent to those who need help. Enjoy restaurant-style dining, an abundance of activities, and a staff who truly......Read more
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Photo of Fountain Hill Assisted Living
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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
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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.
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......Read more
Photo of GoodLife Senior Living Los Lunas
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What our family likes the most about the GoodLife Senior Living community is that it is a smaller community so the workers get to know the residents better. They also have a nurse working on site to help out...
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.
Good Life Senior Living is the finest assisted living home in Los Lunas, New Mexico. Due to heavy demand, we recently completed construction on a specialized Alzheimer wing 2 months ago. This recent home is one of the most beautiful in New Mexico. It is equipped with an exclusive built in living......Read more
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When we walked in for the first time Westwind felt like home! The food is great, residents have choices and can ask for something different that matches their taste, like a sandwich with certain...
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.
Thank you for your interest in Westwind House. Welcome to Westwind House! Westwind House offers an independent living as well as an assisted living environment. It is our pleasure to provide a secure, healthy and happy home. We encourage an atmosphere where family members of all ages are......Read more
Photo of Sandia Senior Suites
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Not sure why someone would give this place a 1 star. Obviously they have not seen other places. I have my relative in this place for about 2 months and all I can say is that the caretakers, yes they are a...
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 excellent. So far it seems quite good and it is very quiet over there. The people and services are lovely. It is clean. My loved one needs more interaction. He needs stimulation and it is not their...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
Spanish Trails Rehabilitation Suites offers short-term and long-term care in a comfortable, and supportive environment with 24-hour nursing care. We create individualized care plan for each guest and provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy and other rehabilitative care. We also offer......Read more
Photo of Ravenna Assisted Living
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I would recommend to anyone as he was well taken care of. Did not rate the food because he did not eat he was admitted in the hospice program and was there only a short period of time. The nurses were...
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.
Ravenna Assisted Living is a mid-sized, privately owned and operated senior living community in Albuquerque's West Side. In operation since 2014, we continue our passion for providing a safe and caring environment for our residents. We focus on compassion and engaging interactions and activities......Read more
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Photo of Brookdale Valencia
33 Floor plans available
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Staff is very friendly, several have been there for years. Clean environment. Had a few problems with AC, toilets running.. Maintenance fixed right away.. Residents have been friendly and welcoming.
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.
Premium Senior Living in AlbuquerqueIt’s time to trade the stress and hassle that often comes from living at home for relaxation and a full social calendar. It’s time to give up the isolation that often comes from living on your own and get in return a life full of interesting things to do and......Read more
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I spent 24 hours in another facility before having the good luck to get a bed in Advanced Health Care, with great nurses and CAIs, not to mention goof food. I was there for three weeks and given the...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
At Advanced Health Care of Albuquerque, our goal is to make each patient’s stay short, pleasant, and productive. Our state-of-the-art facilities are centered around our patients. We have a warm fireplace and courtyard patio available for enjoyment. We also provide a charming beauty salon/barber......Read more
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Photo of St Mary's Rest Home
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.
Photo of Center for Ageless Living
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Pajarito Mesa, NM

The average cost of senior living in Pajarito Mesa is $4,918 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Acomita Village, NM with an average of $3,648 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Pajarito Mesa, NM vs. nearby cities

Pajarito Mesa, NM
$4,918/mo
$4,920/mo

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

Pajarito Mesa, NM
$4,918/mo
U.S. national average
$4,876/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Pajarito Mesa vs. other types of senior living

$4,918/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,918/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Pajarito Mesa, NM by room type

Semi-Private
$3,030/mo
Studio
$4,456/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,472/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,545/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Pajarito Mesa over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Pajarito Mesa

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Pajarito Mesa

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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Ravenna Assisted Living in Albuquerque, NM

3.9
The day after my brother began his stay at Ravenna they went into pandemic CDC status. Just unbelieveably difficult for all of us. When we got to the release of rules by the state I was able to visit him. The care givers were attentive, patient and cheerful. My brother required frequent ...
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Pajarito Mesa nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pajarito Mesa nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pajarito Mesa, 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 Pajarito Mesa 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 Pajarito Mesa that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Pajarito Mesa, NMNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.6%
2.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.3%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.8%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.8%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
9.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.2%
0.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.8%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.6%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Pajarito Mesa 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 Pajarito Mesa Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pajarito Mesa, NMNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.6%
3.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
18.2%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
36.4%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pajarito Mesa 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 Pajarito Mesa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pajarito Mesa, NMNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
63.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.5%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Pajarito Mesa 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 Pajarito Mesa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pajarito Mesa, NMNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.4%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pajarito Mesa 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 Pajarito Mesa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pajarito Mesa, NMNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
0.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
6.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
0.4%
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Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, Morada Quintessence and The Village At Alameda are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Pajarito Mesa, New Mexico. See full list of communities.

There are 16 nursing homes facilities near Pajarito Mesa, New Mexico. See the full list.

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