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Assisted Living Communities in Las Cruces, NM
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Las Cruces, NM below include Assisted Living facility with 71 reviews. On average in Las Cruces, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.0 out of 5 stars.
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Cindy
5.0
Review of Evershine Care
Evershine Care was nice and clean, and the people were very nice. The residents seemed happy. It was just a little home place and not a big community, but they had a nice backyard and some places...
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Reviewer#RD0618q
4.0
Review of La Posada
La Posada was OK. It wasn't our top priority, but it was good. They remodeled the place. It looks like a hotel, but it's a little less nice than the other place. The facility was OK. It was...
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Ali78
5.0
Review of La Posada
We toured La Posada Assisted Living & Memory Care Community, and it seemed like a very caring community. The people there seemed to be happy. The staff was very nice. They were able to answer all...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Las Cruces, NM and Nearby Cities
Las Cruces’ average cost of assisted living is $3 less than the state average and $5 less than the national average. It also has the second-lowest average compared to the other three New Mexico cities on Genworth’s survey. Farmington’s average cost of $3,999 is less than Las Cruces’ cost by $496 per month. However, Las Cruces’ average is less than Albuquerque’s $4,750 and Santa Fe’s much higher $5,814.
Las Cruces
$4,495
New Mexico
$4,498
United States
$4,500
Farmington
$3,999
Albuquerque
$4,750
Santa Fe
$5,814
Paying for Assisted Living in Las Cruces
The average cost of assisted living in Las Cruces is $4,495 per month, according to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey. However, this price varies based on living arrangements, services, amenities and other factors.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Las Cruces
There are several options that can help you pay for assisted living in Las Cruces. Supplemental Security Income Category G is a federal assistance option, and New Mexico offers Centennial Care, a Medicaid program, to eligible seniors.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New Mexico page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in New Mexico page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Las Cruces, NM
Older adults may benefit from comparing other types of senior care based on their needs and budgets. While adult day health care is the lowest cost option in Las Cruces at only $1,950 per month, it offers the least amount of care. At-home care appeals to seniors wishing to age in place and is close in cost to assisted living. In-home care averages $4,195 per month, while home health care costs $4,605. Nursing home care is the highest cost option, with the greatest level of care provided at an average cost of $7,336.
In-Home Care
$4,195
Home Health Care
$4,605
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living Facility
$4,495
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$7,336
Free Assisted Living Resources in Las Cruces
Seniors in assisted living receive many services they need within their residential communities. However, they also may benefit from external programs and services that enhance their ongoing independence and overall well-being. Las Cruces has several free resources for older adults on a local, regional and statewide level.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Metro New Mexico Area Agency on Aging (AAA) | (866) 699-4927 | The Non-Metro AAA provides services to adults aged 60 and older. It oversees a comprehensive list of community-based services in 32 counties, including Dona Ana County, where Las Cruces serves as the county seat. The AAA administers nutrition, transportation, case management and respite services. |
| Munson Senior Center | (575) 528-3000 | The Munson Center's senior programs promote the well-being of adults aged 50 and over. It improves the older community's quality of life through fun programs that help them stay active. Munson Center also has a public park with exercise equipment, a café, a computer lounge, TV areas and various support groups. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (LTCOP) | (866) 451-2901 | The New Mexico LTCOP's trained ombudsman volunteers regularly visit assisted living facility residents to ensure they understand their rights. They investigate complaints, advocate for residents and ensure they receive quality care. They also educate facility staff, residents and family members on the ombudsman's role and support long-term care residents. |
| New Mexico Aging & Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) | (800) 432-2080 | New Mexico’s ALTSD has a volunteer program for seniors 55 or older, with numerous opportunities for community engagement. It operates the Senior Corps and Retired Senior Volunteer Program. ALTSD also looks for older adults to provide benefits counseling or volunteer for its Foster Grandparent, Senior Companion or Long-Term Care Ombudsman programs. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Las Cruces
Las Cruces Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in New Mexico are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in New Mexico page for more information about these laws.
