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Assisted Living in Santa Fe

The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community

Assisted Living in Santa Fe

The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community

Santa Fe, NM 87505 View map
Overview of The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community
Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community is a resort-style retirement community located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. It offers a Montessori-inspired memory care program that emphasizes holistic care and includes resident-designed activities. The community features luxurious amenities and a focus on wellness and social engagement.

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 80

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the New Mexico average
Occupancy rate 46.3%
Residents per day 37
Occupancy rate
46.3%
Residents per day
37
Bed community size
80-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
46%
In line with New Mexico average
Occupied beds
37 / 80
Average residents 82 per day

License details

Facility type
Assisted Living Facility
Status Active
Expiration April 30, 2026
County: Santa Fe

Additional licensing details

Certifications: Gold Certification from The Center for Applied Research in Dementia
Accreditations: Gold Certification from The Center for Applied Research in Dementia
Awards: Best Senior Living in Santa Fe

Ownership & operating entity

The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community is administrated by Edgar Ortiz.

Owner name: SANTA FE MC, LLC

Safety & Compliance

Emergency Systems: 24/7 emergency call system in apartments.
Safety Features: Nightly security and digital video surveillance system.

Care Services

Memory Care
Independent Living
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax: (505) 988-1066

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon & Spa
Garbo’s Restaurant
Starlight Lounge
Fitness Center
Activities

Programs & Activities

Activities
Community social events and resident-designed activities.
Specific Programs
Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Amenities, Salon & Spa, Garbo’s Restaurant, Starlight Lounge, Fitness Center, Activities, Resources, Testimonials, Galleries, Careers, Contact
Volunteer Programs
Yes

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
On-site restaurant with Executive Chef offering delicious menus.
Contact The Montecito Santa Fe Memory Care Community

Inspection History

In New Mexico, the Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement is the primary regulatory authority that conducts unannounced inspections and investigates quality of care complaints.

2 visits/inspections

2 visits/inspections triggered by complaints

Results

2 with issues

0 without issues

Latest inspection

Date June 2, 2025
Complaint Investigation

10 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Compare Assisted Living around Santa Fe The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.

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Address 64.1 miles from city center

Address Santa Fe, NM 87505

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Financial Aid for New Mexico Seniors

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Centennial Care Community Benefit

NM Medicaid Centennial Care

Age 65+ or disabled, New Mexico resident, Medicaid- eligible, long-term care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).

Managed care model; rural outreach efforts.

New Mexico Caregiver Support Program

NM NFCSP Respite

Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), New Mexico resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited slots; rural focus due to sparse population.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

New Mexico PACE (e.g., InnovAge New Mexico PACE)

Age 55+, NM resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

Available in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia Counties via InnovAge.

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

New Mexico Older Americans Act Services

Age 60+, NM resident (or spouse of any age); no income/asset limits.

None; sliding scale fees may apply for some services.

Not assessed.

Two AAAs (Albuquerque vs. Non-Metro); services vary by region.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Mexico Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, NM resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

None in NM (unique among states).

No asset test; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

New Mexico LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, NM resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers oil, gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

New Mexico SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, NM resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

New Mexico VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, NM resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Property Tax Rebate for Seniors

New Mexico Property Tax Rebate

Age 65+, NM resident, homeowner or renter, paid property taxes.

~$36,000/year (individual, projected).

Not assessed.

Rebate up to $250-$500; annual application required.