New Mexico has been called many names, including “The Cactus State” and “The Sunshine State,” but perhaps none are more fitting than “Tierra del Encanto,” or “The Land of Enchantment.” The state received this nickname for its natural beauty, which includes vast, painted deserts and tall, majestic mountains. From Santa Fe’s distinct architecture inspired by the region’s native Pueblo peoples, to the more modern appeal of Albuquerque, New Mexico’s cities have an undeniable charm as well. The Land of Enchantment truly has something to offer everyone and is an ideal place to retire.Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 40 senior living communities in New Mexico that provide memory care. The median monthly cost of memory care in New Mexico is about $4,700.
Of all the facilities that I previewed online (I wasn't able to make in-person visits), I was most impressed with the friendliness of the people that I talked to. Others tried to "sell" me, while Fairwinds...
The staff and personnel made us feel very welcome and were supportive of our very specific and unique needs. They took such good care of my mother and were so kind and helpful. We would recommend them to...
My mother was showing signs of needing more help, and could no longer live alone. She was not happy with the idea of moving to an Assisted Living community, but she has been at Quintessence for a few months...
Prior to moving to Albuquerque Grand I walked or relied on public transportation to get around. As I got older it became more difficult for me to get to the store or laundry mat. Since moving to Albuquerque...
The staff is very caring & supportive, especially in times of death of spouse. My husband passed in February. The people that live here are friendly and supportive also I would recommend Palmilla Senior...
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.
The meals at the Neighborhood are tasty and varied. Between the dining room and the Bistro, there is always something which is appealing. I would like to give a shout out to the wait staff. They are...
Of all the facilities that I previewed online (I wasn't able to make in-person visits), I was most impressed with the friendliness of the people that I talked to. Others tried to "sell" me, while Fairwinds...
Prior to moving to Albuquerque Grand I walked or relied on public transportation to get around. As I got older it became more difficult for me to get to the store or laundry mat. Since moving to Albuquerque...
I chose this community because it was the brightest, cleanest, and most cheerful / modern one we visited. Overall Legacy has been great. We haven't had to use the upper care levels yet, so I can only speak...
I enjoy living here. It is nice and quiet. Staff are friendly. I like the location. I prefer living here than in an apartment.
It is simply wonderful to live at a place where everybody here cares for one another. The care services so far have been very good. They do have really good activities, the kids from the local school get a...
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...
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...
I am well pleased with Grace Village and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.I have no complaints about grace village. They are doing their best to care for my wife.
In New Mexico, licensed Assisted Living Facilities for Adults (ALFs) can provide on-site memory care in designated units. ALFs are licensed by the New Mexico Department of Health’s Health Facility Licensing and Certification Bureau, and the communities that provide memory care must follow assisted living standards:[01]
Read our New Mexico assisted living laws and regulations page for more information on these requirements.
Aside from the assisted living services, ALFs that provide memory care have additional regulations to follow.
Before moving into an Assisted Living Facility for Adults (ALF) that provides memory care, your loved one will be evaluated by the community. The purpose of this pre-admission assessment is to confirm a physician’s diagnosis of dementia and to make sure the memory care unit is the most appropriate environment for the senior.[01]
After your senior relative moves in, they’ll work with memory care staff who complete at least 12 hours of dementia-specific training each year. At least one of these staff members will be awake and on duty in the memory care unit at all times. It may also be helpful to know that all ALF direct care staff complete 16 hours of training before they work with seniors on their own.[01]
ALFs also have minimum staff-to-resident ratios:[01]
Each Assisted Living Facility for Adults (ALF) can have units that accommodate either one or two seniors. These units aren’t required to be apartment-style units, but every eight residents must have access to at least one toilet, sink, and bathtub or shower.[01]
Memory care units in ALFs must also have alarm systems, locking doors and gates, and alarms for specific seniors who have a history of wandering. There should also be an outdoor common area that is fenced and secured.[01]
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Each Assisted Living Facility for Adults (ALF) is licensed by New Mexico’s Licensing Authority on an annual basis. The Licensing Authority is also responsible for doing on-site inspections, known as surveys, which can be found online via New Mexico’s Health Care Provider Search.[01]
Visit the search tool, find Step 1, and select “Assisted Living Facility.” Next, enter the county, city, provider name, or all of the above for your desired search. Click “Submit,” and then click “View Reports” to access the public survey reports for a specific community.
New Mexico Compendium of Residential Care and Assisted Living Regulations and Policy. 2015 ed. Assisted Living Facilities for Adults.
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