BeeHive Homes of Alamogordo
1106 San Cristo Street, Alamogordo, NM, 88310
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READ MOREAlamogordo is a beautiful city with natural amenities, such as the White Sand National Park and the alpine meadows of the Sacramento Mountains, offering a scenic backdrop for retirement living. The city has nearly 31,000 residents and an average-sized senior community that makes up about 17% of the population. It’s home to a high-performing hospital and has affordable health care, making it a good option for older adults and those managing chronic conditions, and its low cost of living may enable retirees to maintain their standards of living.Â
For many older adults in Alamogordo, assisted living allows them to maintain their privacy and independence while obtaining the level of personal care they need. These residential facilities offer diverse living amenities, dining options and personal care services, as well as curated social and recreational programs. In Alamogordo, assisted living facilities charge $4,248 per month on average for services. This is a couple of hundred dollars higher than the state median but consistent with the national rate.Â
This guide provides more information on the benefits and drawbacks of living in Alamogordo, as well as a list of resources available to local seniors. It also offers in-depth information on local senior care expenses.Â
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1106 San Cristo Street, Alamogordo, NM, 88310
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The New Mexico Department of Health licenses and monitors assisted living facilities in Alamogordo. This department publishes comprehensive information on regulations assisted living facilities must follow, as well as residents’ rights and services, staff screening requirements and procedures for reporting abuse. Â
Nationally, seniors in the United States pay $4,300 per month for assisted living services. In New Mexico, rates tend to be competitive with the typical assisted living facility charging $4,050 per month for care. In Alamogordo, monthly rates are higher than the state median but consistent with the national average at $4,248.Â
Seniors in Alamogordo pay $4,248 per month on average for assisted living services, which is high compared to the state as a whole. Those seeking more affordable accommodations may consider Farmington, where care costs are the cheapest in New Mexico at $3,900 per month. In Albuquerque, monthly rates are equal to the state median at $4,050, and in Santa Fe, fees exceed Alamogordo’s average at $4,800. Â
Alamogordo
$4,248
New Mexico
$4,050
The United States
$4,300
Albuquerque
$4,050
Santa Fe
$4,800
Farmington
$3,900
The cheapest senior care option in Alamogordo is adult day health care, which features personal care services, recreational activities, meals and limited transportation services in a community setting for $1,733 per month. Older adults who want to obtain care at home pay $3,457 for homemaker services and $3,695 for home health aide services, which include skilled nursing services. Assisted living facilities charge $4,248 monthly but include housing, meals and personal care, which may make this a budget-friendly option for many. Nursing homes provide the highest level of care outside of a hospital setting and charge the highest monthly rates, with residents in shared rooms paying $7,336 and those in private rooms paying $8,328. Â
Homemaker Services
$3,457
Home Health Aide
$3,695
Adult Day Health Care
$1,733
Assisted Living Facility
$4,248
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$7,336
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$8,328
Note:Â Care cost data for Alamogordo was not available, so data for the closest city, Las Cruces, was used instead.
Centennial Care is the New Mexico Health Services Department’s Medicaid waiver program that pays for the cost of assisted living for eligible seniors in Farmington.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New Mexico page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in New Mexico page.
Seniors in Alamogordo can access information, support and advice from numerous local nonprofit agencies, helping them make informed decisions regarding their long-term care options. The following resources include options counselors, information specialists and legal professionals who specialize in serving older adults. Â
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Alamo Senior Center | (575) 439-4150 | The Alamo Senior Center hosts social and recreational activities for those aged 60 and over, including age-friendly fitness classes, games and congregate meals. The center is open on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
Non Metro New Mexico Area Agency on Aging | (505)-395-2668 | The local Area Agency on Aging administers a range of programs to support the independence of those aged 60 and over, including social and recreational opportunities and transportation and nutrition services. The agency also has options counselors who help older adults understand their Medicare benefits and determine eligibility for Medicaid, which can help cover assisted living expenses. |
Legal Resources for the Elderly Program | (800) 876-6657 | The Legal Resources for the Elderly Program provides free civil legal advice and assistance to Alamogordo residents aged 55 and over. Older adults can call the hotline to speak with an intake specialist regarding issues, such as public benefits, guardianship, general estate planning and consumer debt problems. The program can also help resolve issues related to intake and discharge procedures or quality of care in assisted living facilities. |
Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (866) 451-2901 | The long-term care ombudsman advocates for the rights of seniors living in assisted living facilities, helping them receive the quality of care they deserve, investigating complaints and ensuring they understand their rights. The ombudsman visits local facilities regularly and can also be reached by calling the statewide hotline. |
RSVP of Alamogordo | (575) 439-4154 | RSVP is a nationwide program that provides exclusive volunteer opportunities to those aged 55 and over. Participants choose when, where and in what capacity they want to serve their community, with opportunities, including promoting math and reading literacy in local schools, providing administrative assistance for charities and nonprofits and participating in the Senior Companion Program or Foster Grandparent Program. |
Alamogordo-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in New Mexico are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in New Mexico page for more information about these laws.
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Laura
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Review of The Aristocrat Assisted Living
My relative is in The Aristocrat Assisted Living Center-Alamogordo. They are very personable with the residents, their nurses care very much for them, and they go above and beyond, making sure that...