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The cost of independent living in Sandoval County is about $4,645 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 53 options. Read 1565 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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Photo of Westwind House Assisted Living
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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...
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We chose The Woodmark Uptown because the room was larger than the other and the staff were very friendly. For such a nice facility and the price... you would think they could at least get the elevators...
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.
The Woodmark at Uptown: The Woodmark at Uptown is a senior living community in Albuquerque, New Mexico offering assisted living and memory care services for senior citizens. The Woodmark at Uptown is ideally located in Albuquerque's Uptown neighborhood, with fantastic sunsets and awesome views...
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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...
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.
Albuquerque Grand Senior Living in Albuquerque, New Mexico, offers what may be the state's finest senior living experience.Offering both independent and living with assistance through care partners, Albuquerque Grand is dedicated to providing an active, vibrant senior lifestyle with a wide...
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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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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.
Photo of Camino Retirement Apartments
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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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Kingston Residence of Santa Fe was a wonderful place for mom. The facility was very nice and well kept. There were plenty of activities to choose from weekly and the food was excellent. I believe they also...
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.
Kingston Residence of Santa Fe located in Santa Fe, Santa Fe County, New Mexico provides seniors with a caring assisted community that they can call home. This area is rich with history and things to do. Santa Fe offers an opera house, hiking and camping tours, museums, and much more. This area...
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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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I love living at Affinity! Affinity is not an "assisted living " facility so there is that. The staff is lovely, the activities are varied & plentiful & the residents I've met are nice. I've been here just...
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.
At Affinity at Albuquerque we’ve created a new kind of 55+ lifestyle community for people who are ambitious about the years ahead and aren’t willing to compromise their freedom.Rents start at $1,285, which includes everything: utilities, WiFi, expanded television services, swimming pool, hot...
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Photo of Beehive Homes of White Rock
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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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
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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 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.
Photo of Overture Albuquerque 55+ Apartment Homes
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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.
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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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.
Photo of Brentwood Gardens Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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 La Vida Llena Retirement Community
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: 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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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 Albuquerque Uptown Assisted Living
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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: 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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Sandoval County, NM

The average cost of senior living in Sandoval County is $4,645 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zia Pueblo, NM with an average of $4,214 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sandoval County, NM vs. nearby counties

Sandoval County, NM
$4,645/mo
$5,685/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sandoval County, NM vs. the state and national average

Sandoval County, NM
$4,645/mo
U.S. national average
$4,130/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sandoval County vs. other types of senior living

$5,027/mo
Independent Living
$4,645/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Sandoval County, NM by room type

Semi-Private
$4,557/mo
Studio
$4,376/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,136/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,854/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,641/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Sandoval County over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Sandoval County

Recent reviews for independent living in Sandoval County

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.

Sandia Senior Suites in Albuquerque, NM

4.5
My husband is going through a transitional phase after a fall. The staff are doing their absolute best to make him comfortable and provide good care to him. The staff communicate with me very well and even told me that I can call my husband anytime I want. My husband also receives care from a ...
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Sandoval County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sandoval County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sandoval County, 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 Sandoval County 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 Sandoval County 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
14.3%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.1%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.8%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Sandoval County 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 Sandoval County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
53.1%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.2%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
55.1%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sandoval County 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 Sandoval County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.7%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.3%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.1%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.1%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.9%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.3%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
63.3%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
38.8%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
49%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.2%
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Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, Morada Quintessence and The Village At Alameda are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sandoval County, New Mexico. See full list of communities.

There are 53 independent living facilities near Sandoval County, New Mexico. See the full list.

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

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