3 Memory Care Facilities in Las Cruces, NM
The average cost of memory care in Las Cruces is $4,741 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,120.
To help you with your search, browse the 8 reviews below for memory care facilities in Las Cruces. On average, consumers rate memory care in Las Cruces 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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3 Memory Care Facilities in Las Cruces, NM
Desert Peaks Assisted Living and Memo...
Haciendas At Grace Village
The Village at Northrise
What to Consider About Memory Care in Las Cruces
Las Cruces, New Mexico, is home to about 102,000 residents, but residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia can find plenty of support despite this city's small size. About 15 percent of the population is age 65 or older, and that number is expected to continue to grow due to an aging population and the area's increasing popularity as a retirement location.
About 39,000 New Mexicans have Alzheimer's or dementia as of 2018, and that number is also expected to increase significantly. Las Cruces has three memory care facilities available to support them. These assisted living facilities are regulated by the New Mexico Department of Health.
- Las Cruces has a warm, sunny climate. Winters are mild. Temperatures drop below freezing at night, but daytime highs are frequently in the 50s or 60s. It also averages only 3 inches of snow a year, making it easy for seniors to get around in winter months. Summers are hot, with average highs in the 90s.
- Despite its small size, Las Cruces has a fairly high crime rate. Violent crime is about the same as the U.S. average, but property crime is ranked at 56.4, while the national average is only 38.1. However, the Las Cruces crime rate is lower than the New Mexico average.
- Las Cruces is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as Mountain View Regional Medical Center and Memorial Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Las Cruces is generally an inexpensive place to live, with an average cost of living that's nine points lower than the national average. Health care, groceries and transportation are all lower than average, which may help seniors on fixed budgets.
Paying for Memory Care in Las Cruces
Average Monthly Costs
City in New Mexico
Memory Care costs in Las Cruces start around $4,741 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,294 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Las Cruces and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Las Cruces
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in New Mexico page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in New Mexico page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Las Cruces
Las Cruces and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free memory care resources in Las Cruces, please visit our Memory Care in New Mexico page.
Directory of Winners in the Las Cruces Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Las Cruces
Las Cruces-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in New Mexico are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in New Mexico page for more information about these laws.
Memory Care near Las Cruces, NM
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Las Cruces
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Review of Desert Peaks Assisted Living and Memory Care
We had my mom at Desert Peaks' assisted living first, then they had to move her to their memory care. So far, I don't have anything to complain about because they've been wonderful. She's been havi... Read more
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Review of Haciendas At Grace Village
My mother is at Haciendas at Grace Village. The care is good. They could have more variety in the food, but there are only 12 people per housing unit, so that limits their choices on what they can ... Read more
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Review of Haciendas At Grace Village
My mother-in-law moved into Haciendas at Grace Village in October. She does a lot of stuff on her own, but she needs a little bit of help because she forgets sometimes. So far, it has been good. Sh... Read more
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