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Photo of Ravenna Assisted Living
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The best place for our dad. They were kind and helpful. They treat everyone as family. Showing love and respect. If you needed anything they would do it or let you know what they could do. Always smiling and...
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...
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The staff are accommodating and kept us informed of what was going on with my loved one (my brother in law moved out for a year and just moved back last week). I would recommend Camino Retirement Apartments...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Camino Retirement Apartments has served the community since 1972, when it became Albuquerque's first Retirement Center. We have remained at the same convenient location just east of Juan Tabo, with great views of the East Mountains, the spectacular sunsets and brilliant city lights. Camino...
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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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I needed a facility very quickly and they were great at getting my Stepdad in. The other thing I really liked is that they accept Medicaid. It’s a really nice community and the staff takes great care of him....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
We have four communities in Albuquerque that are owned and operated locally by three individuals with combined Assisted Living Experience of over 30 years. We are involved daily in the communities and are available to our family members and staff 24 hours a day! If there's a concern or an issue,...
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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...
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My mother is currently a resident at Haven Care Birch House. The staff is a mix, three of the providers are terrific and one is very non caring. The Activities are the only thing that I would rate lower than...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Haven Care operates five assisted living residences in the greater Albuquerque, New Mexico area. Birch house is a lovely brick home in an upper middle class neighborhood and is less than 3 miles from Lovelace Women's Hospital, which was rated at 87% on its latest medicare review. Three other...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
This home is currently on a waiting list. Reservations can be made for October 1, 2022 move-ins. Please call for additional information.
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My sister was only in the Buena Vista Senior Care facility for a short time before she passed. But in that short time, [name removed] and the other staff treated us like family. And we loved the intimate and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
* Providing high quality, loving care in a home-like environment for over 15 years.* 8 Private rooms with 3 shared bathrooms.* 2-person transfer capability daily, 7am to 7pm.* Visiting doctors and nurses.* Twice Daily Socialization/Activities Schedule.* Exceptionally high caregiver-to-resident...
Photo of Casa de Rosa Assisted Living
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For my parents, they have a little apartment outside the main property, so the staff has been very accommodating to them for that and I would rate the cleanliness of that higher than the building of the main...
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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.
Casa de Rosa Assisted Living is a gorgeous assisted living community situated in the picturesque Albuquerque, New Mexico. Nestled in expansive grounds complete with local plant life and wildlife, Casa de Rosa offers all the best that the New Mexico landscape has to offer. The dry climate leaves...
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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...
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.
Supportive Care at The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho is a Premier Full Service Health Care Community where extra support is available at one location. There is no entry fee or long term contract to move directly into Supportive Care at The Neighborhood in Rio Ranchoand features both private studio...
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Photo of Brookdale Valencia
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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...
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Photo of Center for Ageless Living
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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 St Mary's Rest Home
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.
Photo of Home Sweet Home Assisted Living - Roma
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My father lived here for apx 2 years intil the end of his life. The caregivers took such great care of him from the point of is independency and then to the most difficult point of his decline. They made...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Home Sweet Home strives to provide the highest quality of care and service, where comfort promotes a positive outcome that reflects on our resident's quality of life and dignity. Accommodations at Home Sweet Home are designed to give our residents the feeling of living at home. Flower garden...
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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My Grandmother was at the Garland House after she fell and broke her hip. They took great care of her. They had music therapy and children therapy. It was in a regular neighborhood and it really felt like...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Garland HouseThe Garland House is a residential care home located in the active community of Albuquerque, New Mexico in Bernalillo County. The city is surrounded by recreational areas and hiking trails in locations like the Santa Fe National Forest, the Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge and...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Home Sweet Home - Palomas Place Home Sweet Home - Palomas Place is a residential care home for seniors that is located in the city of Albuquerque, New Mexico which is in Bernalillo County. Albuquerque is a unique city full of culture and recreation to suit every taste and need. For those nature...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Home Sweet Home strives to provide the highest quality of care and service, where comfort promotes a positive outcome that reflects on our resident's quality of life and dignity.Accommodations at Home Sweet Home are designed to give our residents the feeling of living at home. Flower garden...
Photo of Albuquerque Uptown 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.
Photo of Robin House Assisted Living
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Wilson Family care is a professional, experienced family care center for you and your family health care needs. Offering health care from birth to older years, we specialize in all fields in both men and women. Located in Florida, Wilson family care is filled with doctors and employees who truly...
Photo of Casa del Norte Assisted Living
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
Photo of La Vida Llena Retirement Community
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in El Cerro, NM

The average cost of senior living in El Cerro is $4,382 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Estancia, NM with an average of $4,364 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in El Cerro, NM vs. nearby cities

El Cerro, NM
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in El Cerro, NM vs. the state and national average

El Cerro, NM
$4,382/mo
U.S. national average
$4,692/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in El Cerro vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,382/mo
$4,999/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in El Cerro, NM by room type

Semi-Private
$4,530/mo
Private
$5,733/mo
Studio
$4,853/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,676/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,474/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,040/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in El Cerro over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in El Cerro, NM

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in El Cerro.

What families are saying about assisted living in El Cerro

Recent reviews for assisted living in El Cerro

GoodLife Senior Living Los Lunas

5.0
After touring several different assisted living facilities and being told they cannot accommodate someone who needs a two-person lift, my husband and I toured Goodlife Senior Living. We met with [name removed], the manager, and she was the first person to sit with us and tell us that everything ...
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Brookdale Valencia in Albuquerque, NM

5.0
I had to find a community for my mom on an emergency basis. The Brookdale team was fantastic - I toured two facilities virtually and then flew in to tour them in person. After selecting Valencia, they set up a respite room for my mom so I could get their immediate support while I then packed up ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and care of the staff members at different communities. For instance, at The Montebello on Academy, staff are praised for their helpfulness and friendly attitudes towards residents and their families. At The Village At Alameda, the managers and caregivers ...
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Variety of activities. Communities offer a range of activities and social opportunities for residents. For example, at Palmilla Senior Living, there are lots of activities available and residents are encouraged to participate. At Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, there is a gym, chair yoga, games, happy hours, and local mus ...
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Individualized care and attention. The care provided at different communities is tailored to each resident's specific needs. For instance, at Brookdale Tramway Ridge, caregivers adjust to the needs of their residents, and the staff at Fountain Hill Assisted Living work to accommodate unique requirements. At MorningStar of Al ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance. Numerous reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of various communities. For example, at GoodLife Senior Living Los Lunas, the staff are commended for their cleanliness and the overall care taken to maintain the facility. At Morada Albuquerque, the rooms are described as clean and the g ...
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Communication and transparency. Families appreciate clear and ongoing communication between staff and their loved ones. For example, at The Village At Alameda, the staff communicate effectively and keep residents' families informed. At GoodLife Senior Living Los Lunas, the staff take the time to listen to relatives' concer ...
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Sense of community and companionship. Residents and their families often remark on the friendliness and welcoming atmosphere of the communities they have chosen. For instance, at Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, there is a strong sense of community and residents have formed friendships. At GoodLife Senior Living Los Lunas, the staff trul ...
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El Cerro review score based on 238 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 238 reviews of 62 El Cerro assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The El Cerro review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

El Cerro review score compared against nearby cities

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El Cerro, NM62 facilities
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Review subcategories for El Cerro assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 238 reviews of 62 El Cerro assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare El Cerro resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
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El Cerro assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in El Cerro 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
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71%
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.8%
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.3%
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in El Cerro assisted living

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 Cerro Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
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Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.5%
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Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in El Cerro assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of El Cerro 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
21%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.2%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
46.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in El Cerro assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of El Cerro communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
29%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.5%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
35.5%
36.6%
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in El Cerro assisted 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 assisted living communities in El Cerro offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.2%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.4%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.3%
49.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.7%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.8%
52.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.9%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.3%
35.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.9%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
54.8%
47%
Dances
Dances
29%
30.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.8%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in El Cerro

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New Mexico assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in El Cerro protect seniors.

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Vista Sandia Assisted Living, Fairwinds - Rio Rancho and Morada Quintessence are the top-rated assisted living facilities near El Cerro, New Mexico. See full list of communities.

There are 77 assisted living facilities near El Cerro, New Mexico. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in El Cerro, New Mexico is Morada Quintessence. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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