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Nursing Home Communities in Las Cruces, NM
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Reviewer RC#0525a
1.0
Review of Casa De Oro Care and Rehabilitation Center
Casa De Oro Center was ugly and run down. It could use a facelift. My family member's room was dark and dreary and she cried a lot. I sat there with her for an hour and no one ever walked in to see...
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Juanv369
5.0
Review of Casa De Oro Care and Rehabilitation Center
Very good place. Staff has taken care of me. Everyone is very nice. I have no complaints.
Provider response
Juanv369, thank you so much for the positive review!
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Martha Gonzales
1.0
Review of Casa De Oro Care and Rehabilitation Center
Worse facility ever, don't take your love ones there. Is a horrible place, they do not care for their patients. They offer no activities, they keep them in their bedrooms like prisoners, they...
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The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
According to Genworth Financial’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey, seniors in Las Cruces enjoy below-average nursing home prices of $7,336 per month. This is $70 lower than the state median of $7,406, and it’s $420 lower than the U.S. median of $7,756. Seniors in Santa Fe pay about $725 more per month, and rates in Albuquerque are nearly $1,000 higher at $8,330. Seniors who want to lower their long-term care costs may consider out-of-state alternatives, such as El Paso, Texas, where nursing homes cost just $5,232, a savings of $2,104.
Las Cruces
$7,336
New Mexico
$7,406
The United States
$7,756
Albuquerque
$8,330
Santa Fe
$8,060
El Paso, TX
$5,232
Nursing Home Costs in Las Cruces, New Mexico
The median cost of a semiprivate nursing home room in Las Cruces is $7,336. A private room costs $992 more at $8,328.
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Las Cruces, New Mexico
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
- Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
- Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
- Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Skilled nursing is the highest level of care available outside of a hospital, so it costs significantly more than other alternatives. The median cost of a nursing home room is $7,336-$8,328 per month. This is 70% more than assisted living, which averages around $4,248. In-home care costs $3,457 per month, and home health care costs $3,695. This option includes physical therapy and other skilled services. Seniors who are comfortable traveling to a local community center can join an adult day health care program for just $1,733 per month.
Home care
$3,457
Home health care
$3,695
Adult day health care
$1,733
Assisted living
$4,248
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$7,336
Nursing home (private room)
$8,328
Free Resources for Seniors in Las Cruces, New Mexico
Seniors and disabled adults who require a nursing home level of care can reach out to the following agencies for assistance. In most cases, the process starts with an in-home needs assessment to help with decision-making and determine which programs you qualify for.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Non Metro New Mexico Area Agency on Aging | (505)395-2668 | The Non Metro New Mexico Area Agency on Aging serves seniors and disabled adults in Las Cruces and 32 of the state’s 33 counties. It offers nutritional services, including home-delivered meals and dietary consultations. Seniors may also qualify for homemaker services and institutional respite care provided in a nursing home or similar setting. |
| Legal Resources for the Elderly | (800) 876-6657 | This free legal helpline is open to New Mexico residents aged 55 and older. Every year, it helps more than 4,000 seniors who have questions about civil legal matters, including Social Security benefits, Medicare, health insurance, housing and consumer rights. They can also help with estate planning and health care documents needed for nursing home admissions or other important decisions. |
| Las Cruces Senior Programs | (575) 528-3000 | The City of Las Cruces operates four senior centers and a congregate dining site, including The Munson Center, which is its flagship location. These facilities offer recreational activities, such as billiards, fitness classes, craft workshops and social events. Seniors who are unable to visit these centers may qualify for in-home care and case management services, including meal deliveries and help with chores. |
| Las Cruces Dial-a-Ride | (575) 541-2777 | Operated by the city’s RoadRunner Transit system, Dial-a-Ride provides affordable handicap-accessible transportation. On-demand trips cost $2 each way, and free rides are available to and from congregate meal sites. This program serves disabled adults and senior citizens as well as their caregivers. Due to high demand, rides must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance. |
