The Montebello On Academy

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  • Interior

    An elegant restaurant dining area set with tables and chairs, decorated with tablecloths and napkins.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, decorative pillows, and soft lighting.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a neutral color scheme, featuring a sofa, dining table, and stylish decor.
  • Architecture

    A modern house with contemporary landscaping and architectural design.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, decorative pillows, wall art, and a bedside lamp.
  • Trees

    A peaceful patio area with outdoor seating, featuring tables and chairs under blue umbrellas surrounded by greenery.
  • Windows

    A cozy seating area in a glass-enclosed atrium with a scenic sky view.
  • Dining

    An elegantly arranged dining room with multiple tables set for guests.
  • Kitchen

    A modern apartment kitchen with wooden cabinets and a stainless steel fridge adjacent to an open living area.
  • Lighting

    A spacious lounge with a pool table and comfortable seating arrangement.
  • Lobby

    A well-decorated lobby area featuring a central table with a floral arrangement.
  • Bookshelves

    A cozy library space with wooden tables and bookshelves filled with books.
  • Seating

    An empty theater room with rows of seats facing a projection screen.
  • Exercise Equipment

    A well-lit home gym with exercise bikes, a purple yoga mat, and dumbbells.

The Montebello On Academy

10500 Academy Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

4.2 from 78 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
21
3 stars
5
2 stars
4
1 stars
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Assisted Living Independent Living Skilled Nursing Facility

Pricing

The Montebello On Academy offers competitive pricing for various room types, positioning itself as a worthwhile option within the local market of Bernalillo County and the broader context of New Mexico. For studios, residents can expect to pay $3,700 per month, slightly higher than the county's average of $3,540 but in line with the state rate of $3,553. When it comes to one-bedroom apartments, The Montebello remains consistent at $3,700, which is notably more affordable than Bernalillo County's average of $4,162 and also less than the state figure of $4,055. However, for two-bedroom accommodations priced at $5,155, The Montebello exceeds both county and state averages - $5,123 for Bernalillo County and $4,777 across New Mexico. Overall, while The Montebello On Academy presents attractive options for singles or couples looking for studio or one-bedroom units, its two-bedroom offering reflects a premium that may warrant consideration against competing properties in the area.

Room TypeThe Montebello On AcademyBernalillo CountyNew Mexico
Studio$3,700$3,540$3,553
1 Bedroom$3,700$4,162$4,055
2 Bedrooms$5,155$5,123$4,777

Overall Review

Pros

  • pro The apartments at The Montebello on Academy are spacious and accommodating for residents' furniture, ensuring comfort.
  • pro Residents appreciate the excellent menu options and meals provided, with flexibility to accommodate dietary needs.
  • pro The facility is well-maintained, clean, and offers a variety of exercise classes that promote health.
  • pro Staff members are consistently described as friendly, helpful, and professional, contributing to a positive living environment.
  • pro There is a strong sense of community among residents, who enjoy various activities such as card games and cocktail hours.
  • pro The pet-friendly policy and designated dog yard enhance the living experience for pet owners.
  • pro Residents express satisfaction with the support received during transitions into the community, including thorough assistance with personal belongings.
  • pro Many reviewers note that staff members go above and beyond in providing care and support to residents, fostering a nurturing atmosphere.
  • pro The overall aesthetic of the facility is appreciated for its beauty and welcoming ambiance.

Cons

  • pro A resident experienced a miserable time at Montebello and expressed frustration over the lack of communication from management regarding their issues.
  • pro Services at Montebello began to deteriorate due to staff shortages, leading to long waits for assistance and poor dining service.
  • pro A family member reported that their uncle's wife had to repeatedly ask for water during rehab, highlighting inadequate care and potential mistreatment.
  • pro Another reviewer noted an unpleasant smell in parts of the facility and perceived a lack of interaction between staff and residents, which contributed to a negative impression.
  • pro A resident mentioned feeling unwelcome when a new staff member refused to serve them while attending to other patrons.

Review

The Montebello on Academy has garnered a variety of opinions from current and former residents, family members, and staff, reflecting a complex mix of positive experiences and concerning issues. Many individuals appreciate the well-sized apartments and quality food options provided by the facility. Residents have praised the meal service, particularly the flexibility to cater to dietary needs and preferences, with breakfast included daily and lunch or supper featured as major meals. The cleanliness of the community has also been noted positively across multiple reviews, presenting an inviting environment for potential residents.

One aspect that received significant acclaim is the wide range of activities offered at The Montebello, including exercise classes ranging from chair yoga to cocktail hours and card games. This focus on physical activity aligns with resident priorities regarding health maintenance in their senior years. Additionally, pet owners have expressed satisfaction with the pet-friendly policy at the facility; many have found comfort in knowing their pets will have designated spaces for play.

However, despite these favorable traits, some residents have reported distressing experiences that stand in contrast to the otherwise pleasant impressions conveyed by others. Concerns about staffing shortages have emerged repeatedly in reviews — with one resident detailing long wait times after reporting a burst pipe in her apartment. In other instances, inadequate service was highlighted during dining experiences where new hires struggled to provide adequate attention amidst high demand from incoming residents. These lapses in service drew frustration from those who had experienced better standards prior to recent staffing changes.

Another area where Montebello faced criticism was in its healthcare services, especially during rehabilitation stays. Several reviewers recounted troubling tales related to patient care deficiencies such as delayed responses for routine requests like water refills or concerns about dehydration among residents who were supposed to be closely monitored post-hospitalization. Such issues raised alarm bells for families who trusted The Montebello with their loved ones’ care—leading some to share grievances about perceived neglect within skilled nursing units.

While critiques exist alongside commendations of staff involvement and support during transitions into independent living or assisted care spaces at Montebello, there remains a palpable divide between those sharing positive narratives versus those recounting negative encounters that detract from overall morale within the community. For instance, testimonials regarding staff members like Britni Lujan highlight exceptional caregiving efforts amidst challenging circumstances—yet contrasting accounts reveal frustrations tied to perceived indifference among other workers due either to overwork or insufficient training.

Amidst this mixed feedback landscape emerges an unequivocal fondness for The Montebello’s aesthetic appeal and location advantages—especially its proximity enabling family visits—a significant consideration when evaluating suitable environments for aging loved ones transitioning into more communal living situations. In essence, while countless visitors enjoy riveting friendships anew amid landscaped gardens frequented by affectionate pets under smiling staff watchfulness; challenges lurk beneath these positive sentiments urging management's response towards addressing critical resident care consistently as part of maintaining both reputation and trust moving forward into future endeavors aimed at elevating individual wellbeing within this vibrant assisted living setting.

Features

Housing

  • 48 resident community capacity 48 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Cafe Cafe
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Transportation

  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Psychiatric care Psychiatric care
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Low fat Low fat
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Organic Organic
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Renal Renal
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Book club Book club
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Languages Spoken

  • English English
  • Spanish Spanish

Description

The Montebello On Academy in Albuquerque, NM is a vibrant and caring assisted living community that offers a range of housing options and care services. With 2-bedroom apartments and studio apartments available, residents can choose the living space that suits their needs and preferences.

The community provides both independent living and skilled nursing facility care, ensuring that residents receive the level of assistance they require. The Montebello On Academy boasts an array of amenities to enhance the quality of life for its residents. These amenities include a beauty salon, cable or satellite TV, a cafe, a computer center, a dining room, financing advice, a fully equipped kitchen, and fully furnished accommodations.

Residents can also enjoy access to beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces. The community is pet-friendly, allowing residents to bring along their beloved furry companions. Additional services provided at the Montebello On Academy include housekeeping services, laundry facilities, move-in coordination assistance, overnight guest accommodations, party space for social events, private cleaning services, resident parking areas, respite or short-term stays options.

When it comes to care services, the Montebello On Academy ensures that residents receive personalized attention and support. With 24-hour supervision available, assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing and dressing is readily accessible. The staff at the community also coordinates with health care providers to ensure comprehensive care for each resident's specific needs.

Other care services offered include diabetes diet management, assistance with medication management physical therapy sessions as well as psychiatric care. The Montebello On Academy is dedicated to promoting mental wellness among its residents with specialized programs tailored to meet individual needs.

Dining at the community is designed to accommodate various dietary restrictions such as low/no sodium diets and vegetarian preferences. Room service is available for added convenience.

Residents can participate in a wide range of engaging activities during their stay at The Montebello On Academy. These activities include arts and crafts sessions book club meetings educational speakers and lifelong learning opportunities fitness programs gardening club live musical performances religious services scheduled daily activities.

The Montebello On Academy is a diverse community, and staff members are fluent in Spanish.

Located near several cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, transportation services places of worship and theaters the community ensures that residents have easy access to various amenities in the surrounding area.

Overall, The Montebello On Academy offers a welcoming and nurturing environment for assisted living residents with an array of housing options care services and amenities that cater to their specific needs and preferences.

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • Spine And Muscle Rehabilitation (0.1 miles)
  • Hearing Health Care Centers (0.9 miles)
  • Bill Galbreth, DMD, PC (1.2 miles)
  • Dr. Roger W. Rounds, DO (1.5 miles)
  • Medicus Clinic (1.5 miles)
  • Dr Glenn Wilcox (1.8 miles)
  • Adult Health Care (1.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • Blake's Lotaburger (1.3 miles)
  • Taco Bell (1.9 miles)
  • Golden Pride BBQ Chicken & Ribs (2 miles)
  • Flying Star Cafe- Paseo (2.5 miles)
  • Whataburger (2.7 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (3.4 miles)
  • Relish (3.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Sav-On Drugs (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.6 miles)
  • Smith's Food & Drug (1.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)
  • Smith's Food & Drug (2.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Sandia Presbyterian Church (1.4 miles)
  • Sangre De Cristo Catholic Church (2.8 miles)

Cafes

  • The Range Cafe (2.3 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (4.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Tri Core Reference Lab (3.5 miles)
  • HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital (4 miles)

Transportation

  • Sandia Peak Tramway (3.6 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Winrock IMAX & RPX (4.4 miles)

Parks

  • Midtown Dog Park (4.7 miles)
  • Jeannette MacPherson Rest Area (4.7 miles)
  • Workers Memorial Park (5.3 miles)

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