Recent unannounced inspections of nursing homes across New Mexico have revealed concerning findings, with at least one violation discovered in 88% of the facilities. State health officials disclosed that out of the 91 assisted living facilities inspected, only 11 received a perfect score, while 55 were rated at 90%. Unfortunately, four nursing homes, two in Albuquerque and two in Gallup, failed their inspections.
During the three-day inspection period in May, health department staff identified various infractions detailed in a 31-page report. These violations ranged from breaches of rules and regulations to issues of room cleanliness. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham expressed her disappointment at the findings, emphasizing that the standard of care for seniors must be of the highest quality.
