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Las Palomas Nursing & Rehab in Albuquerque, NM

Las Palomas Nursing & Rehab is a nursing home community in Albuquerque, NM.

Information last verified:

8100 Palomas Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109

To contact a resident: (505) 821-4200

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

3.6 from 119 reviews
5 stars
68
4 stars
7
3 stars
8
2 stars
6
1 stars
30

Overall Review of Las Palomas Nursing & Rehab

caveat 12 reviews mention this

Cleanliness is mixed

Cleanliness is described as either very good or seriously lacking.

Some visitors praise the facility as clean, including the lobby and rooms, and they say housekeeping keeps rooms and bathrooms in good shape. Other residents and families describe strong cleanliness problems, including odors and reports of feces, dirty linens, unclean bathrooms, and rooms left soiled for days. Several accounts also describe specific breakdowns like overflowing trash on the floor or shared bathrooms that were not kept clean. Overall, reviews do not present a consistent cleanliness experience.

common 22 reviews mention this

Staff can feel attentive

Many reviewers say staff are professional and caring.

A sizable portion of reviews describe staff as polite, professional, and helpful, with friendly front-desk check-in and caregivers who respond promptly. Residents and families also mention nurses and therapy staff who communicate well and provide supportive care, including getting questions addressed quickly. A few reviews specifically highlight continuity of care and teamwork among caregivers. At the same time, other reviewers question attentiveness and answerability—suggesting the experience can depend on staffing and timing.

differentiator 4 reviews mention this

Rehab and therapy stand out

Physical and occupational therapy receive strong feedback when care runs smoothly.

Multiple reviews describe positive rehab outcomes and quality therapy interaction, including staff motivating patients to meet goals without abandoning them in pain. Some visitors also credit specific therapy professionals with keeping progress on track and providing patience during sessions. One review mentions being on the rehabilitation side after a hospital stay and highlights compassionate nursing and therapy support. A separate set of comments includes complaints about therapy not being provided as expected, but the more positive accounts still point to therapy as a meaningful strength for many families.

caveat 12 reviews mention this

Care timing and medication issues

Several reviews report delays or gaps in day-to-day care.

Some reviewers describe inconsistent attendant care and say residents were not changed, cleaned, or attended to promptly. Others report medication problems, including doses not arriving on time, critical medications being stopped or delayed, or not getting needed medications or assistance when requested. There are also accounts of families waiting for basic items like water and ice water for long periods and difficulty reaching staff by phone. Taken together, the reviews suggest that the consistency of care—especially around medication delivery and timely attention—can be a concern.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Food quality and meal timing

Food is frequently criticized for quality, temperature, or timing.

Several residents and families complain about food that is cold, poor quality, or served late, including reports of meal timing variability that affects blood sugar. Other comments describe that the timing and delivery of meals and drinks can be unreliable, with coffee and milk being difficult to get. While a few reviews mention tasty or flavorful meals within the broader experience, negative meal service accounts appear often enough to stand out. Overall, dining reviews skew toward delays, temperature issues, or inconsistent quality.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Transportation

  • Albuquerque International (10 miles away) Albuquerque International (10 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • Vessel Health Harvey J White MD (0.2 miles)
  • Premier Hearing (0.2 miles)
  • New Mexico Spine (0.7 miles)
  • Sandia Foot & Ankle (0.8 miles)
  • Southwest Eyecare (0.9 miles)
  • Retina Consultants of New Mexico (1.2 miles)
  • Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute (1.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Flying Star Cafe- Paseo (0.3 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.2 miles)
  • Taco Bell (1.8 miles)
  • Cracker Barrel (2 miles)
  • Subway (2.3 miles)
  • Sadie's (2.4 miles)
  • Blake's Lotaburger (2.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Smith's Food & Drug (0.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • Allison David MD (1.8 miles)
  • Smith's Food & Drug (1.8 miles)
  • Rx Innovations (2.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Sandia Presbyterian Church (1.9 miles)
  • Sangre De Cristo Catholic Church (3.9 miles)

Hospitals

  • Tri Core Reference Lab (2.1 miles)
  • HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital (2.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.5 miles)
  • The Range Cafe (2.9 miles)
  • Satellite Coffee (5.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Sandia Peak Tramway (4.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Winrock IMAX & RPX (5.2 miles)

Parks

  • Midtown Dog Park (5.2 miles)
  • Workers Memorial Park (5.5 miles)

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