Camino Retirement Apartments

Camino Retirement Apartments is an assisted living facility in Albuquerque, NM. The community offers both independent and assisted living options, designed to help residents maintain their independence while staying connected to a social, active environment. Independent living provides a setting where residents can retain their autonomy while enjoying a supportive community, while assisted living offers a gradual transition into the help needed as one ages, allowing residents to keep the independence they desire. The facility accepts the State of New Mexico Turquoise Care Medicaid Waiver Program for Assisted Living as well as Innovage/PACE Medicaid clients. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 5pm.

Camino Retirement Apartments has served the Albuquerque community since 1972, when it became the city's first Retirement Center. The original design focuses on creating a comfortable, home-like feel rather than a generic facility atmosphere, allowing residents to continue enjoying the aspects of life they valued before moving in. The staff is described as deeply dedicated, with many team members having worked there for decades, viewing their roles as a calling rather than just a career. This long tenure contributes to a family-like atmosphere where staff and residents work together as an extended family. CJ Patterson, who has been with the community for almost 20 years and has served as Executive Director for the past 12, exemplifies this dedication. Before joining the team, CJ had a long career as a professional bowler; after an injury ended his competitive career, he joined the business, worked in every department, and eventually became Executive Director. He lives on-site and is deeply committed to the residents and their families. Testimonials highlight the caring staff, spacious and clean rooms with full-sized furniture, and responsive maintenance, with one reviewer noting the exceptional compassion shown to a 94-year-old resident.

The facility is located at 12101 Lomas Blvd NE, situated about a tenth of a mile from Lomas Boulevard Northeast and Juan Tabo Boulevard Northeast. It is approximately a third of a mile from Dale Bellemah Park and Manzano High School, and about four-tenths of a mile from Summer Hills Park.

Camino Retirement Apartments holds a rating of 4.60 based on 32 reviews, reflecting a solid reputation among the customers it has served and a steady record of repeat and referred clients. This standing, combined with its history as Albuquerque's first Retirement Center, establishes it as a well-regarded option for seniors seeking both independence and support in the community.

Services:

• Assisted Living
• Community Events
• Independent Living
• Medicaid Waiver Program Acceptance
• Veteran's Benefits Assistance