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Touched by A White Dove Assisted Living in Albuquerque, NM

Touched by A White Dove Assisted Living is an assisted living and memory care community in Albuquerque, NM.

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1605 Cardenas Drive Northeast, Albuquerque, NM 87110

To contact a resident: (505) 232-0882

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.3 from 24 reviews
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Touched by A White Dove Assisted Living Costs & Pricing

Touched by A White Dove Assisted Living offers competitive pricing for its private and one-bedroom accommodations, with a monthly cost of $4,000. This rate is notably lower than the average costs within both Bernalillo County, which sits at approximately $4,602 for private rooms and $4,162 for one-bedroom units, as well as the statewide average in New Mexico of $4,391 for private rooms and $4,055 for one-bedroom options. By providing quality care at a more affordable price point compared to regional counterparts, Touched by A White Dove Assisted Living positions itself as an attractive choice for families seeking compassionate and accessible assisted living solutions.

Floor plansTouched by A White Dove Assisted LivingBernalillo CountyNew Mexico
Private$4,000$4,602$4,391
1 Bedroom$4,000$4,162$4,055

Overall Review of Touched by A White Dove Assisted Living

differentiator 6 reviews mention this

Family feel for memory care

Residents and families describe a home-like setting where dementia care feels personal and familiar.

Multiple families say the community felt like a real home rather than an institution, with residents treated as part of the family. Reviews specifically highlight Alzheimer’s and dementia support, including individualized attention as needs change. Several also mention that end-of-life care was handled with comfort in a familiar environment, and that residents stayed engaged in ways suited to them.

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Caregivers stay consistent

Residents benefit from familiar caregivers who are described as dependable around the clock.

Two reviews emphasize continuity of care, contrasting the community with places that rotate staff. One reviewer describes caregivers as constant familiar faces around the clock and dependable for night-time calls. Another mentions no staff turnover as a key reason the move worked for an older parent with increasing needs.

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Communication with families stands out

Family members describe frequent, helpful updates during their loved one’s stay.

Several families say they received clear communication, including updates during daily care. One review specifically calls out texted updates and photos, and another describes the caregiver calling every day to share what was happening. Another notes near-constant touch with family members as needs progressed toward the end of life.

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Food is repeatedly described

Residents and families mention meals that look good and feel cared for.

A couple of reviews describe the food positively, including meals that look and smell good. One family also describes home-cooked meals as part of day-to-day comfort during a difficult transition. This lines up with the community listing meal and special-diet support options.

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Cost compares favorably to chains

Some families say the pricing felt more manageable than large chain options.

At least two reviews frame the community as a better-value alternative to major chain facilities. Families use wording like “godsend” and “fraction of the cost,” especially when they were already facing escalating costs elsewhere. Pricing is shown as below both county and state benchmarks across the listed unit types.

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Some say the fit is restrictive

A few reviews say the setting felt too small or restrictive for their needs.

Several reviews raise concerns about comfort and fit, including a small room size and structural issues that affected confidence. Two also mention restrictions around visitors and routines, including discomfort with how this might feel for someone with sun-downing or advanced dementia. Another review adds cleanliness concerns and calls out a highly religious presentation, along with concerns about how the manager shared personal information.

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Features

Housing

  • 21 resident community capacity 21 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private Private
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Albuquerque International (4 miles away) Albuquerque International (4 miles away)

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
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • 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
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Albuquerque, New Mexico offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for senior living. With a variety of restaurants, pharmacies, parks, physicians, cafes, theaters, places of worship, and hospitals in close proximity, residents can easily access essential services and recreational activities. The neighborhood boasts popular dining options such as Le Bistro and Magokoro, as well as trusted healthcare providers like San Pedro Family Practice and University of New Mexico Hospital. Additionally, the area features several parks for outdoor leisure opportunities and multiple places of worship for spiritual nourishment. Overall, this neighborhood provides a well-rounded and accessible environment for seniors looking to live comfortably in Albuquerque.

Restaurants

  • Le Bistro (0.2 miles)
  • Sara Tori Di Tully Italian Pastry Shop (0.4 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.4 miles)
  • Uptown Sports Bar (0.9 miles)
  • Magokoro (1.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.1 miles)
  • Viet Taste (1.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Smith's Food & Drug (0.4 miles)
  • Phil's Pills (0.5 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.2 miles)
  • Smith's Food & Drug (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)

Parks

  • Workers Memorial Park (0.4 miles)
  • Midtown Dog Park (0.5 miles)
  • Altura Park (1.2 miles)
  • Eunice Kaloch Park (2.1 miles)
  • Hyder Park (2.3 miles)
  • New Mexico Veterans Memorial (2.5 miles)

Physicians

  • San Pedro Family Practice (0.7 miles)
  • Dawn Abriel, DO - Bright Heart Health (0.7 miles)
  • Allergy & Asthma Center (1.3 miles)
  • Southwest Retina (1.3 miles)
  • Midtown Family Medicine (1.5 miles)
  • Presbyterian Medical Group (1.5 miles)
  • New Mexico Pain and Spine Institute (1.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1 miles)
  • Humble Coffee Company (1.1 miles)
  • Michael Thomas Coffee (1.9 miles)
  • Satellite Coffee (2.4 miles)
  • Olympia Cafe (2.5 miles)
  • The Range Cafe (3 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Winrock IMAX & RPX (1.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Highland Baptist Church (1.3 miles)
  • Faith Chapel (2 miles)
  • Sangre De Cristo Catholic Church (2.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Albuquerque Indian Health Center (2 miles)
  • Unm Psychiatric Center (2 miles)
  • University of New Mexico Hospital (2.1 miles)
  • Children's Hospital of New Mexico (2.2 miles)
  • Gibson Medical Center (2.5 miles)
  • Raymond G. Murphy Va Medical Center (2.6 miles)
  • Carrie Tingley Childrens Hospital (2.6 miles)

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