The Montebello on Academy
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- 10500 Academy Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
- (505) 294-9944
- 4.0 ( 27 reviews )
- Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Nursing Homes
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About This Community
The Montebello on Academy offers compassionate senior care in Albuquerque, NM. We strive to create a home-like atmosphere where you and your loved ones can feel secure. Our warm, well-trained staff works closely with our residents to provide the utmost care and comfort. As part of the Five Star corporation, you can be sure that everyone at The Montebello on Academy shares the Five Star Values, and is committed to a high level of caring in all that they do. Please schedule a visit to see why we are the first choice in senior care in Albuquerque, NM.
Reviews
4.0
( 27 Reviews )
Spring2020
October 13, 2020
Please do not chose this facility as a rehab. My uncles wife had to asked multiple times a day to get him some water, it was never refilled. My uncles also must have been mistreated because from the time he was released from the hospital to the time he needed to get back to the hospital, because of dehydration he had blue marks all over his back. The dehydration was so bad that it effected his kidneys. The stuff is either overworked or just doesn't care about those patients!
She121919a
December 24, 2019
I didn't like The Montebello on Academy as well as the others. There were some places in it that had a smell that I didn't like. It just didn't have a very good feeling in the way that the residents didn't look happy. I did not see much interaction between the staff and residents, and in that consideration I marked it off of our list. The place itself was pretty nice. Other than that one section that had a bad smell, the rooms seemed nice enough. It just didn't feel like a good fit.
Shawn
February 06, 2019
The Montebello on Academy is excellent. They have good food and nice people, and it's well kept up. They have a small workout room but no swimming pool. They have a whole calendar full of activities. Everyone there is in a good mood and happy. It's got all of the signs of a pleasant place. My mother-in-law is living in independent living.
Ruth
December 18, 2017
The rooms at The Montebello on Academy were very small and looked more like a nursing home. It didn't look like there was a lot going on. There was an activities room. The dining area was fair, but I did not eat there. There was an attractive outdoor area. The people seemed friendly enough.
mark-m-262165
May 30, 2017
Montebello offered different levels of care, but the nursing home part was too close to the assisted living, and mother didn't like that. It's got nice views and entryway, and everything was pretty nice as you come in. The restaurant was pretty impressive. The staff was late in arriving, but otherwise was nice, followed up, and gave us chocolates. The rooms looked adequate and good. The only objection was when you tour the nursing room part and see the disabled and those that need more care, it would turn off the one doing the tour.
Anthony343784
November 01, 2016
The Montebello was friendly and seemed very confident, but there were not so many activities.
Kevin271503
August 12, 2016
The Montebello on Academy was a very nice and big place. The staff was friendly and helpful. It seemed like they had good activities, like exercises and games. They had a nice dining room.
Marjorie20
December 16, 2015
I thought The Montebello on Academy was very nice. The staff was friendly and accommodating. The apartments were clean, as far as I could tell, and spacious.
Visitor112816750
September 14, 2015
I visited The Montebello on Academy, and it turned out to be something we would consider if the need arises. We found it to be quite satisfactory in meeting the needs that we had for any short-term experience. The staff was very cordial, and we had a tour with all of the different areas that would be appropriate for him to be in. It was so close to the house, and it was a nice place. Everything was clean and neat. The rooms had windows, and the ones I saw were bright and airy looking.
Forrest1
January 20, 2015
The Montebello is a really nice facility, and the staff was really helpful and informative. The food is really excellent, and the dining area was very clean -- almost like a restaurant. It has an activities director, -- who was really good -- and interacts with them. It would be a pretty nice place.
The rooms were really nice. it was roomy with nice windows. They usually had a receptionist or somebody at the entry; it was pretty secured. It’s a gated parking.
Visitor103395850
December 26, 2014
I was very pleased with The Montebello. I was impressed with the way they took care of my mom and the relationship between the residents and the staff. The room was small, but she wasn't staying there very long. They tried to make her involved in the activities, but she didn't want to. I would recommend them to others.
Carol4393
October 27, 2014
I visited The Montebello for my parents. The grounds were definitely well kept and they had lots of plants, bushes and grass. Landscaping was really good. In terms of location, it is not near a hospital, but there is a park close by. They had lots of activities. I would recommend this place to others. All the space they have in the community areas was really good. They have a lot of space for visitors and family and they have extra room in the dining room.
Adele1
October 22, 2014
Could not be better. P/T took a 91 year old in 5 weeks from a broken hip and broken spirit to going home with a smile. Thank you all.
De14321
July 20, 2014
My Dad lived at the Montebello on Academy from October 2013 til February 2014. He lived in the assisted living section. The Montebello was outstanding. The staff is loving, caring and very good. They offer many activities everyday, including weekends. The aides that bathed him, cared for him on a daily basis were great. I would not recommend using the in house doctor at this facility. I found him to be rude and grossly negligent. But that is a choice families can make. It is expensive but as with these facilities, you get what you pay for. While he was dying, the care from the staff and residents was incredible. So much support, hugs and genuine caring for me and him. At the twilight of his life he was well cared for and he was loved by the staff. I am grateful I was able to have him live there. I will add ; I was there everyday. I found that even with the best care only a family member can oversee your loved one care.
Phil Nelson
July 18, 2014
My Mother was a skilled nursing patient at the Montebello
for about 4 months. The care was truly exceptional and the food was excellent. The nurses were very good and the CNA's worked their fannies off. I highly recommend the Skilled Nursing department at this facility.
Visitor82959450
April 21, 2014
The Montebello on Academy was extremely good. We were very impressed with it, and they gave us a good tour. It was extremely clean and nice. The menu looked good. The rooms that we saw seemed to be laid out well. It looked like you could be comfortable in them, just not with a lot of stuff. It kind of reminded me of a cruise atmosphere. They had a bar and a little theater. They seemed very nice, except for one floor where the show room was, the smoke had stuck and it had a terrible odor from smoking.
Visitor71982150
November 22, 2013
The Montebello on Academy is my facility of choice. I like their apartments, it's very nice. I also like their services. I could afford it. The food is always good every time I’ve been there and it's healthy. I have a good friend that lives there. I would recommend this facility very highly. I like the way it’s managed and the cleanliness of the place. They have lots of activities like movies and card games. Periodically, they take bus trips to various places. I especially like their evening dinner service. They have waiters and waitresses. They have tablecloths, cloth napkins, it’s very nice. I noticed too that in the evenings the people come in a little more dressed up. The staff seemed to be good. The rooms are of reasonable size, some are larger than others. The bedroom has lots of closet space and it also has a patio.
Visitor72395550
October 25, 2013
Montebello was very, very nice. It was very up to date, bright and cheery. The rooms were wonderful. They also had activities for the residents. However, we couldn't afford it at that time.
Lovely Wife
September 25, 2013
From all the facilities I've visited, I probably would like The Montebello on Academy the best, but it is also more expensive. The people there looked happy. The marketing staff that I've talked to were very nice and very accommodating. The rooms were. It was my favorite place of all. The facility is generally situated in a pleasant location and they have some nice outdoor facility.
GloriaV
July 24, 2013
The Montebello on Academy was a beautiful facility. They just have about everything that you could imagine in terms of care. Their staff was very friendly. The common areas were not any better than any other facilities that I saw. I also looked at their two-bedroom apartment, there was not a lot of space and there was no full kitchen. For the price, it was not worth it. It was a beautiful facility, however, it was way too expensive for me.
Visitor 7546
June 26, 2013
We were pleased with The Montebello and it's in the neighborhood. It's a large facility and they offer other levels of care like independent living and skilled nursing. It's clean.
Roy3
February 18, 2013
The Montebello On Academy was a very nice facility. The staff seemed all to be professional. It was a beautiful facility with a beautiful reception area. They had shuttle buses for the residents if they have to go places and they had several wings for different levels of care. But the cost is a little bit high.
Eshow
October 29, 2012
My grandmother was staying in this facility and seemed to really enjoy her stay there. After worsening physical health and some illness, we opted for an assisted living facility, as taking care of her began to be overwhelming and put stress on everyone. I must admit we were uneasy about the decision at first, having heard assisted living horror stories, but we had a very positive experience from the get go. The staff was understanding and welcoming, walking us through every step of the process and assuring we felt that our grandmother was to be well taken care of. My grandmother came to be very confortable there rather quickly, made some friends and was even able to have some fun. Concerned about what went on when I was out of sight, I asked my grandmother frequently how everybody was treated there. Still being very much coherent of mind, just ill in bodily health, my grandmother explained thoroughly that she was comfortable and happy there, and that very much put me at ease.
JMARTIN1
July 30, 2012
The Montebello at academy is like no other retirement home I have ever seen. It is literally built like a resort style condominium homes with a scenic view of the mountains. The bedrooms span the size of a well sized apartment or condo, the bathrooms have amazing decor and the living areas are wonderfully laid out. The staff seem to be a cross between personal maids, chauffeurs, bellhops, chefs, personal trainers and medical professionals. The food is to DIE for. There are even holiday dishes offered amongst chef specialty dishes at the same time all year round. Unfortunately the prices are very steep and definitely not affordable to the average person, we were not able to place my mother in law here but if we were ever to have the money and need the cream of the crop this would be the place. It's like no place I have ever seen, and I have seen quite a few of these communities since cancer and dementia are both prevalent diseases running through both sides of our families. Whomever runs this facility deserves an award of some sorts.
dmuzio
June 30, 2012
Recently I had to put my husband in this facility due to his illness. It was quite overwelming for me to take care ofhim on my own. The location is perfect. I live right across the street in an apartment complex and the staff is very welcoming. I can visit every day... The stores are really close less than 2 blocks away. he is vet and uses the VA facility and they have no problems taking him to his appts. As well the staff is very understanding to each patients needs and are there for them . I personaly would not have him in there if I did not feel comfortable . He also feels comfortable and has been more relaxed since his move 6 months ago
jsolo
October 20, 2011
I have visited and performed at Montabello Assisted Living home and my experience with it was a very pleasant one. The place was very nice and the staff seemed to be very enthusiastic and really in to helping their residence. While I was there I noticed they were doing a few different things with their residence like bingo, arts and crafts, and some card games. I think the place seemed like a place I would send my grandmother if she needed to be in a assisted living place like that one. The only thing I didn't like about the place was the smell. This could be just something you get with all assisted living places, but that was really the only thing I can say I did not like about the place. I was in a good area of town and all the residence seemed to like where they were and didn't seem agitated in any way. The main thing I liked was that the staff seemed to be very in tune with all the residence and knew all of them by name and the attitudes with each one. I believe this helps with the comfort level of older people because it shows that the people taking care of them do actually care for them. Overall the Montabello assisted living home was a good one.
TwinkleSigis
June 05, 2011
The Montebello on Academy is a beautiful facility. My grandmother lived in the independent living section for two years. It was a wonderful experience for both her and our family. There were many activities to choose from such as a daily happy hour, bridge, bingo, discussion groups, and outside activities. The restaurant is fabulous with wonderful food and a daily changing menu. The staff is kind, respectful and helpful. They know each of the residents on a personal level and really do care for the residents. The independent living facility was great because she had her own space, belongings, and could maintain independence. It was like living in a hotel. Even if she didn't feel like eating she could order room service for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also, the friends that she made there were wonderful and came from all walks of life. She maintained those friendships throughout her entire stay there.
When my grandmother started having trouble on her own, we made the decision to move her to the assisted care. It was so nice that we could stay in the same facility but just up the care. It wasn't as nice as the independent living. The people living in the assisted living eat in a separate dining room. Frankly, it is quite depressing there. She had to share a room with a stranger and lost all privacy. She declined quickly and had to move to the nursing home section. That place is pretty good. The nursing care was good, but a little understaffed. She lived there in hospice care for only a few weeks till she passed.
Overall it is a great facility. It is really pricy but you get what you pay for.
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