Elan Santa Monica is an assisted living and memory care community located in Albuquerque, NM. The community provides residential support for older adults requiring assistance with everyday activities, as well as specialized care programs for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Residents live in a secured environment designed to accommodate memory loss and cognitive challenges, with tailored support focused on safety, wellness, and engagement.
The care and medical services at Elan Santa Monica are structured to meet a broad spectrum of needs. Assisted living residents receive support with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and medication management and administration. The community is equipped to provide ambulatory care and incontinence care, and offers monitoring and management for chronic conditions such as diabetes. Medication management and oversight are available, with staff assisting residents in both English and Spanish. Memory care programming is delivered in specialized, secure units, with environments and activities specifically designed for persons with memory impairment. Residents benefit from on-site access to an optometrist and a massage therapist, as well as a visiting barber and beauty salon. A structured wellness program, yoga and chair yoga classes, and outdoor walking paths contribute to physical and mental well-being. The facility hosts various clubs and social groups, encouraging community involvement and socialization among residents.
Transportation services at Elan Santa Monica are designed to support both medical and non-medical needs. Complimentary transportation is available for scheduled outings, doctor’s appointments, and health-related errands as part of the community’s commitment to resident well-being and access to care. For other destinations or personal needs outside of scheduled service, transportation is offered at cost, allowing residents flexibility and continued connection to the wider Albuquerque area.
In review summaries, Elan Santa Monica is noted for a clean and visually appealing environment as well as the positive initial interactions with some members of management and activity teams. Social program engagement through clubs and community events is highlighted by some families. However, multiple reviews reflect concerns about staffing consistency, communication, follow-up from leadership, and the adequacy of care, particularly for non-ambulatory and memory care residents. While some residents and families have experienced improvements compared to prior facilities, recurring themes in the feedback include unresolved care issues and high staff turnover.
Publicly available information does not indicate recent major changes to services or offerings at Elan Santa Monica. The community continues to provide an array of amenities including chef-prepared meals, structured activities, and secure memory care, with a focus on supporting seniors’ daily living and clinical needs.
Costs at this community start at $3,325 and range up to $7,087. The average price in the community is $5,206, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,296. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
