St Mary's Rest Home, found at 205 7th Street NW in Albuquerque, sits close to the bus line and several local businesses like Oni and Sushi Hana, which managed to stay open during the pandemic, and you'll see the seasonal Downtown Growers' Market at Robinson Park nearby, where people can enjoy local produce, art, music, and community gatherings. The area's seen plenty of development such as the 505 Central Lofts and Villa Agave apartments, plus the Silver Moon Lodge Apartments and a brewery with a taproom, patio, and restaurant, so there's quite a bit going on around the neighborhood. St Mary's Rest Home uses several floors of the former St. Mary's Convent, now called Villa Agave, offering a mix of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units. Residents can pick from different kinds of rooms, including assisted living rooms with a published monthly range, studios, semi-private rooms, or bigger apartments, and some rooms have wheelchair accessible showers.
There are several levels of care here-independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and continuing care so people can stay even as their health needs change. The staff offer care all day and night, including medical care, diabetic and wound care, medication reminders, help with transfers and mobility, and staff support for residents with incontinence. Folks with memory loss get special attention, with routines and activities to boost memory and well-being, and secure areas that help prevent wandering. There's also respite care if a main caregiver needs a short break. St Mary's Rest Home offers nutritious meals every day, and you won't have to worry about the burden of food prep. House activities include arts and crafts, bingo, movie time, birthday celebrations, and visits from music groups, while offsite trips might include walks to the library, the Kimo Theater, or the neighborhood museum. Devotional activities are available on site and off site for those who want them.
St Mary's Rest Home helps with daily needs like bathing, dressing, medication, and transportation, and there are both indoor and outdoor shared spaces to encourage friendships and movement. There's a strong effort to keep residents safe and healthy, with advanced security and staff always on call for emergencies. The community also provides equipment and medical supplies as needed, and there's adult day care, home care, and hospice care options for families who need different care levels. Paying for care can be done through private pay, social security, veteran's benefits, or insurance, and there are various community and respite fees. The facility is wheelchair friendly and supports aging in place, so many residents stay even if their needs change. St Mary's Rest Home doesn't include prices in their public description, but information, reviews, and ratings get checked for accuracy so families can make informed choices.
