Located northwest of Albuquerque and Santa Fe, Farmington hosts 5 assisted living communities, and 1 more sit in surrounding areas. These senior care facilities charge about $5,450 per month in 2024, which is in line with New Mexico's typical price but $100 more than the national median.
Our directory features 9 reviews reviews of Farmington's assisted living communities. Residents and their loved ones give these communities an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars stars. Read their reviews below to learn more.
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400 N Locke Ave, Farmington, NM 87401
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My husband moved to BeeHive Homes of Farmington. It's close to my house, so I can visit him. I liked the care and safety. It's clean. He has one big bedroom and a private bath. It's a big, huge room, and the dining room is combined with where they si..."
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800 West 30th Street, Farmington, NM 87401
5.0
(2 reviews)
"There are not enough superlatives to describe this extremely well-run care facility. Starting with the owner, Alana, everyone is so caring, friendly, and helpful. The food is very good and being improved all the time. I just can't imagine any othe..."
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981 W Broadway, Farmington, NM 87401
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We chose Three Rivers Estates Senior Living and Memory Care for my mother because it was very bright and friendly, and they allowed her to have her dog there. The staff is very friendly and professional. But they need to improve the quality and varie..."
READ MORE1091 WEST MURRAY DRIVE, Farmington, NM 87401
3.0
(3 reviews)
"My mom is staying at The Bridge. They provide all her needs. They take care of her 24/7. Even when she doesn't want to do anything, they try and get her to do physical therapy, but they also give her freedom to choose activities. They schedule appoin..."
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1101 W Murray Drive, Farmington, NM 87401
1.0
(2 reviews)
"I only inquired about the facility and I was transferred several times and those I did talk to were very unfriendly and jump to conclusions without being aware or knowledgeable of our situation...gave me an immediate flag to avoid this place!! ..."
READ MORE104 S Park Ave, Aztec, NM 87410
"Cranes Roost Care Home in Aztec, NM, is a licensed assisted living retirement community that provides health care support as needed. Located..."
READ MORECaring's Family Advisors are here to help you with questions about senior living and care options.
Per the Genworth 2024 Cost of Care Survey, Farmington's assisted living prices outpace the national norm by about $100 per month. Nonetheless, the city's estimated price matches New Mexico's median rate, and many nearby cities feature higher fees. Albuquerque's assisted living communities charge about $288 more than Farmington's, while Las Cruces charges roughly $50 more.
Farmington
$5,450
New Mexico
$5,450
The United States
$5,350
Albuquerque
$5,738
Las Cruces
$5,500
Pueblo, CO
$5,208
According to the Genworth Financial Cost of Care Survey, the average monthly cost for assisted living in Farmington is $3,900. This is $150 lower than the average for New Mexico and $400 less expensive than the average for the United States.
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.
In Farmington, assisted living costs less than most other senior care options. In-home care and home health care have the highest comparative rates at $10,487. Similarly, nursing home facilities charge around $7,315, making them about $1,865 costlier than assisted living. Adult day health care stands as the only exception, with an estimated fee of $3,803, emphasizing assisted living as an affordable option in Farmington.
In-Home Care
$10,487
Home Health Care
$10,487
Adult Day Health Care
$3,803
Assisted Living Facility
$5,450
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$7,315
The free resources available to seniors in Farmington can enhance life in an assisted living community or make finding one easier. State and local government agencies provide these resources.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Bonnie Dallas Senior Center | (505) 599-1380 | Assisted living residents in Farmington can expand their horizons by visiting the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center. This activity center hosts live music, craft fairs, dance classes, card games and a variety of special events. While assisted living communities provide their own meals for residents, seniors can visit the senior center for meals when they want a change of pace. Transportation between assisted living communities and the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center is provided for free Monday through Friday. All adults aged 50 and over are welcome to participate. |
| Non-Metro New Mexico Area Agency on Aging | (505) 395-2668 | The main service offered by the Non-Metro New Mexico Area Agency on Aging is to connect seniors in need, both in and out of assisted living communities, with nearby services. These include medical equipment providers, benefits counselors and transportation services. The goal of this agency is to maintain the independence and dignity of seniors in Farmington and other parts of Northern New Mexico. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (866) 451-2901 | If seniors experience abuse, neglect or exploitation at an assisted living community or another long-term care facility in Farmington, they, or another interested party, can report the problem to New Mexico's Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. They will investigate the issue and work to resolve the problem. The ombudsman program also informs assisted living residents of their rights, including the right to be treated with respect, participate in care management, voice complaints, maintain personal belongings and receive honest information about costs. |
| Farmington Vet Center | (505) 327-9684 | Veterans and their surviving dependents can ensure they are getting the VA benefits they're entitled to by contacting the Farmington Vet Center. The regular pension helps many families in the community pay for assisted living, and some qualified seniors may receive Aid & Attendance benefits. This enhanced payment is available for veterans with physical and mental disabilities that prevent them from performing daily activities. |
Farmington-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.
Assisted Living
Reviewer#LD121223B
3.0
Review of The Bridge of Farmington
I didn't like anything about The Bridge of Farmington. It was very dark and depressing. They need to improve their lighting and provide more outside activities. The staff who toured me around was...
Assisted Living
Reviewer#LD121223B
5.0
Review of Three Rivers Estates Senior Living and Memory Care
We chose Three Rivers Estates Senior Living and Memory Care for my mother because it was very bright and friendly, and they allowed her to have her dog there. The staff is very friendly and...
Assisted Living
DJos
1.0
Review of The Bridge of Farmington
On numerous occasions the staff misrepresented information concerning the amount my dad's room and care would be. They seemed to only care about closing the sale knowing upfront that they would...
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