El Castillo About
Since 1971, senior living to the fullest.
For more than 50 years, El Castillo has provided active seniors with a beautiful, secure setting for independent living, and well beyond.As a not-for-profit Life Plan Community—a continuing care retirement community (CCRC)—we provide a full continuum of onsite care, including independent living, assisted living, nursing services, memory care and emergency assistance. Thoughtful amenities, caring staff and lush grounds round out our offerings and make El Castillo a Life Plan Community of choice.
Leadership
The staff of El Castillo & La Secoya strive to do their very best for our residents: from food service, housekeeping, maintenance, medical services to administrative support, we give it our all! Our staff is hard working, focused and dedicated and it shows at our beautiful two campus’ in downtown Santa Fe.
MANAGER’S QUOTES
“Happy employees create happy residents.”
“We take great pride in our communities and create a wonderful working environment for our staff with exceptional benefits.”
“Management is not simply there to oversee operations. They are hired to encourage employees to succeed.”
STAFF QUOTES
“It’s really fun to work here because we have managers and staff who are equally hard working, focused and dedicated.”
“The residents are our inspiration.”
“When love and skill work together, expect a masterpiece.”
–John Ruskin
El Castillo Lifestyle
A community in the heart of it all.
Live life to the fullest in the heart of all. El Castillo sets the stage for an active lifestyle, with everything you love about “The City Different” outside your door. Dining, entertainment, shopping, culture, art—it’s within easy reach. Add a lush campus with a host of amenities and a continuum of care, and your senior years just may be your very best yet.
Amenities
El Castillo offers a wide range of services and amenities that are certain to delight—from delicious dining options and a heated pool, to enriching wellness programs and activities. Plus, we’re pet friendly.
RESIDENCES
- Spacious and customizable apartment homes, from 560 sq. ft.– 1,306 sq. ft.
- High-quality finishes and fixtures
- Personal parking space
SHARED SPACES
- Community rooms for meetings, movie night, card games, local musicians and more
- Beauty salon
- Library
- Heated outdoor pool
- State-of-the-art fitness center
- Beautifully landscaped grounds
- Walking path around campus
- Dog park run
DINING OPTIONS
- Healthy, nutritious dining
- Carry-out deli
- Cantina/Café—recently renovated!
- 1 meal/day included in monthly fee
- Cater to dietary restrictions
- Catering for events available
SERVICES
- Scheduled housekeeping and flat laundry (sheets and towels)
- Security
- Interior and exterior maintenance
- Scheduled transportation for medical appointments, religious services, banking, shopping and cultural events
MEDICAL
- Emergency call system
- 24-hour emergency nursing service
- Clinic services
UTILITIES
- Water
- Gas
- Basic cable television with high-speed cable internet access
- Telephone not included
EVENTS
- Social
- Recreational
- Educational
- Cultural
El Castillos Campus Map
Fitness Center
El Castillo and La Secoya offer on-campus private fitness centers with a mix of cardio, free weights, stretching, and air-resistance, weight-training equipment. The purpose of the fitness center is to improve residents’ physical wellbeing, mobility, and independence. Physical fitness also reduces the risk of fall injuries and contributes to a better quality of life.
The fitness center is staffed with coaches who are happy to assist each resident even after they are confident to run the program independently. In addition, El Castillo and La Secoya each offer a wide variety of exercise classes for both our independent and assisted living residents. Our trainers lead twice-weekly, hour-long sessions that improve strength, balance, and flexibility. We also have weekly mat and chair yoga plus water aerobics in the El Castillo pool–weather permitting, of course! Click below to learn more about each class:
60 minute class using resistant bands, small balls, hand weights, and standing leg and balance exercises. Ending with some stretches in and out of the chair as well as vocal cord exercises.
60 minute class. Participants can stand or sit (holding chair as needed) for stretching, cardio, weights or bands (20 minutes). Standing balance, balance with weights (20 minutes). Floor mats, (20 minutes) participants on backs, bridges, abdominals, leg lifts, clams, toe tap, stretching, etc. On hands knees, donkey kicks, cat cow, hip flexor, etc.
30–45 minute class using body movements to increase mobility improve cardio as well as using small balls and hand weights.
60 minutes. Yoga is an ancient regimen for health and wellness. It includes meditation, stretching, and a flow of movements from one into another, all linked to the breath. Yoga has many benefits, among them improved flexibility, balance, and mental calm. Yoga is easily tailored to the fitness levels of the participants and can be modulated from minimal impact to aerobic exercise.
Water aerobics class is a 60-minute class. Each water aerobics class includes 20 minutes of warm-up/cardio, 15 minutes of weights, 15 minutes of noodles, and 10 minutes of stretching. The water is easy on the joints. Take the plunge and try this low-impact workout that builds muscle strength and boosts endurance!
Circulation creates blood flow, builds oxygen levels, detoxes the lymph nodes, and releases inflammation which implements positive energy and clarity of mind.
30/45 minute class using small exercise balls, hand weights, and other fun exercise props. Utilizing body movements to increase mobility, improve cardio, and enhance emotional wellbeing.
El Castillo Living Options
Senior living options—how you like it, when you need it.
El Castillo was thoughtfully created, with living options that accommodate you today and tomorrow—including a choice of floor plans, a host of amenities and a continuum of onsite health care.
Independent Living
Independent Living at El Castillo offers the freedom to enjoy life on your own terms, with the reassurance of a supportive community around you. Residents enjoy beautifully designed residences, enriching cultural and social programs, and the convenience of maintenance-free living—all while knowing future care is available if ever needed. It’s the perfect balance of independence, peace of mind, and opportunity for connection.
Below are a few images of the El Castillo residential floor plans. To see a full listing of our available floor plans, contact us today!
Assisted Living
With our specially trained and caring staff on hand 24/7, you can live independently but have assistance when you need it. We’ll work together to create a plan that fits your personal needs and schedule. Support is always available when you need it—and when you don’t, you’ll be given independence to live life your way.
OUR ASSISTED LIVING PROGRAM FEATURES:
- Private apartment with living room, bedroom, kitchenette and full bathroom
- Studio apartment with kitchenette and full bathroom
- Around-the-clock assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming, dressing and medication management
- Three delicious, nutritious meals a day
- Laundry and housekeeping services
- Ongoing monitoring of health care needs
- Life enrichment activities and outings
Nursing Care
You’ll feel right at home at our nursing center, where licensed nurses provide nothing less than quality care in a comfortable and welcoming setting. Rehabilitation services are also available to help you recover from injury, illness or surgery, so you can regain your independence and return to your life as quickly and safely as possible.
OUR NURSING CARE PROGRAM FEATURES:
- 24-hour attentive care by licensed nurses and nursing assistants
- Comprehensive support services
- Therapeutic activities
- Medication management
- Three delicious, nutritious meals plus snacks each day
- Mealtime and feeding assistance, if needed
- Laundry and housekeeping service
- Life enrichment activities and outings
Memory Care
The Garden at El Castillo is downtown Santa Fe’s only dedicated memory care center for residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia and other forms of memory loss. Our memory care center features 11 studio apartments and a lush outdoor courtyard garden where family and friends are always welcome.
OUR MEMORY CARE PROGRAM FEATURES:
- 24-hour attentive care by licensed nurses and nursing assistants
- Comprehensive support services
- Therapeutic activities
- Medication management
- Three delicious, nutritious meals plus snacks each day
- Mealtime and feeding assistance, if needed
- Laundry and housekeeping service
- Secure environment
Admissions
LIFE PLAN RESIDENTS
Residents living at El Castillo in an independent apartment are guaranteed access to our onsite health care services as part of their Life Plan agreement. Residents receive higher levels of care without significant increases in cost.
- Potential tax benefits (speak with your tax adviser)
- IRS rulings have established that a portion of monthly Life Plan (formerly LifeCare) service fees are deductible as a prepaid medical expense. These health care tax deductions are only available through Life Plan Communities such as El Castillo. In addition, you do not pay State of New Mexico gross receipts tax on El Castillo services.
Call 505-995-2110 today to learn more about El Castillo or schedule an appointment.
Independent Living
A carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle is yours to enjoy at El Castillo—without any cares about home maintenance. Choose from spacious one- and two-bedroom options and healthcare onsite, if needed.
RESIDENTIAL FLOOR PLANS—spacious, customizable, uniquely yours.
Below are a few images of the El Castillo residential floor plans. To see a full listing of our available floor plans, contact us today!
Assisted Living
With our specially trained and caring staff on hand 24/7, you can live independently but have assistance when you need it. We’ll work together to create a plan that fits your personal needs and schedule. Support is always available when you need it—and when you don’t, you’ll be given independence to live life your way.
OUR ASSISTED LIVING PROGRAM FEATURES:
- Private apartment with living room, bedroom, kitchenette and full bathroom
- Studio apartment with kitchenette and full bathroom
- Around-the-clock assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming, dressing and medication management
- Three delicious, nutritious meals a day
- Laundry and housekeeping services
- Ongoing monitoring of health care needs
- Life enrichment activities and outings
Nursing Care
You’ll feel right at home at our nursing center, where licensed nurses provide nothing less than quality care in a comfortable and welcoming setting. Rehabilitation services are also available to help you recover from injury, illness or surgery, so you can regain your independence and return to your life as quickly and safely as possible.
OUR NURSING CARE PROGRAM FEATURES:
- 24-hour attentive care by licensed nurses and nursing assistants
- Comprehensive support services
- Therapeutic activities
- Medication management
- Three delicious, nutritious meals plus snacks each day
- Mealtime and feeding assistance, if needed
- Laundry and housekeeping service
- Life enrichment activities and outings
Memory Care
The Garden at El Castillo is downtown Santa Fe’s only dedicated memory care center for residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia and other forms of memory loss. Our memory care center features 11 studio apartments and a lush outdoor courtyard garden where family and friends are always welcome.
OUR MEMORY CARE PROGRAM FEATURES:
- 24-hour attentive care by licensed nurses and nursing assistants
- Comprehensive support services
- Therapeutic activities
- Medication management
- Three delicious, nutritious meals plus snacks each day
- Mealtime and feeding assistance, if needed
- Laundry and housekeeping service
- Secure environment
Admissions
LIFE PLAN RESIDENTS
Residents living at El Castillo in an independent apartment are guaranteed access to our onsite health care services as part of their Life Plan agreement. Residents receive higher levels of care without significant increases in cost.
- Potential tax benefits (speak with your tax adviser)
- IRS rulings have established that a portion of monthly Life Plan (formerly LifeCare) service fees are deductible as a prepaid medical expense. These health care tax deductions are only available through Life Plan Communities such as El Castillo. In addition, you do not pay State of New Mexico gross receipts tax on El Castillo services.
Call 505-995-2128 today to learn more about El Castillo or schedule an appointment.
