Albuquerque Heights Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
$6,000 – $9,000/mo
Starting price
Nursing Home
Care types
1 Bedroom
Room options
No
Wheelchair access
About Albuquerque Heights Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
Albuquerque Heights Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center provides a broad spectrum of skilled nursing and rehabilitation services tailored to meet diverse healthcare needs. Located in Albuquerque's Hodgin neighborhood, the community features spacious, air-conditioned rooms with individual climate control and scenic garden views. Residents have access to physical, occupational, and speech therapies, alongside respite and hospice care. The center supports veterans and offers a range of amenities including a beauty salon, chapel, activity rooms, and community-sponsored events. While the facility focuses on medical and rehabilitative care, families should note mixed feedback regarding staffing and responsiveness, highlighting the importance of direct communication with staff.
Our Care Approach
Albuquerque Heights emphasizes skilled nursing and rehabilitation with a focus on physical, occupational, and speech therapies. The presence of a medical director and care coordination efforts reflect a structured care approach, though reviews suggest gaps in consistent execution and communication with families.
Family Experience
Families report mixed experiences; some appreciate the kindness and involvement of staff during visits, while others express frustration with communication barriers and care coordination. Phone responsiveness and follow-up are noted as problematic by several families, impacting their overall satisfaction.
Care & Services
Services and care programs available at Albuquerque Heights Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.
Medical Care Services
Includes 24-hour skilled nursing, medication management, hospice care, pain management, wound care, and on-site dialysis.
Personal Care Services
Assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and mobility support, plus dietary accommodations.
Specialized Care
Memory support, physical and occupational therapy, speech therapy, respite care, palliative care, and rehabilitation services.
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Living Environment
Cleanliness & Maintenance
The facility is generally described as clean with well-maintained gardens and common areas, though some reviews imply inconsistencies in upkeep and infection control.
Atmosphere & Community Feel
Residents experience a quiet and calm environment with opportunities for social engagement through community activities and therapy sessions, though some families feel the staff do not always go beyond basic care.
Safety & Security
The center provides 24-hour supervision and an emergency alert system, but past regulatory reports indicate some deficiencies in infection prevention and resident rights compliance.
Amenities
Reviews
Based on 260 reviews
Reviews reveal a mixed experience with Albuquerque Heights Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Many praise the kindness of staff, cleanliness, and quality of rehabilitation services, especially physical therapy. However, significant concerns arise around understaffing, poor communication, food quality, and delayed or neglected medical procedures. Families report frustration with responsiveness and care coordination, though some visitors note positive social engagement and a quiet environment.
- Kind care team and clean facility
- Helpful and friendly staff involving residents in activities
- Exceptional dietary management praised by some
- Frequent understaffing and rude CNAs
- Poor communication and delayed medical care
- Complaints about food quality and missed medication schedules
Elizabeth Perea
This place is terrible short staff.Food bad CNAs are so rude.so are the unit mag.
Brandi “R&L's Lulu” Harrell
Was quiet when I visited my friend
Edith Cobb
The visit was awesome
57 more residents rated this community with an average of 4.6 stars
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Pricing
$6,000 – $9,000/mo
Pricing varies by room type, care level, and services selected.
Available Room Types
Value Consideration
With monthly costs ranging from $6,000 to $9,000, the community offers comprehensive rehabilitative and nursing services alongside amenities like a salon and chapel. However, mixed reviews on care quality and responsiveness may affect perceived value, making it important for families to weigh service expectations carefully.
Location & Neighborhood
About the Area
Situated in Albuquerque's Hodgin neighborhood, the center benefits from a suburban setting with scenic views and nearby medical facilities. The area provides convenient access to pharmacies, labs, and dining options, supporting residents' healthcare and lifestyle needs.
Nearby Attractions
- Tri Core Reference Lab
- RAA Imaging & High Resolution
- Starbucks
Public Transportation
- Local bus routes serving Hospital Loop NE
- Accessible transit options connecting to central Albuquerque
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