La Vida Llena
10501 Lagrima De Oro Ne · Albuquerque, NM · 87111 · 5052966700
50 certified beds Non profit - Other Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 73 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
Red flags
66% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.06 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.89 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.38 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 66% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (21 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E December 22, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected February 25, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 22, 2025
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected February 25, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E December 22, 2025
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected February 25, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 25, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected February 25, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected February 25, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected February 25, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E December 22, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected February 25, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 22, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 25, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 25, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E December 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 25, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected July 29, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F September 12, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 29, 2023
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected August 21, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E June 29, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected August 21, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 29, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected August 21, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 29, 2023
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected August 21, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F June 29, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 21, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F June 29, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 21, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F June 29, 2023
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected August 21, 2023 · Environmental
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 325035 · certified since March 28, 1983. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.