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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Rio Rancho Estates, NM

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Assisted living costs in Rio Rancho Estates average about $4,344 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 16 communities in Rio Rancho Estates. Our detailed directory has 408 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Fairwinds - Rio Rancho
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9.8
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9.8
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The one thing that makes Fairwinds really stand out is the residents are all so friendly. They are like family and the staff are also friendly and helpful. The other thing that makes Fairwinds stand out from...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Fairwinds - Rio Rancho offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are proud to be managed by Leisure Care who leads the industry in the development and management of elegant retirement communities that are all about Five-Star Fun. At Fairwinds - Rio...
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1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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159 reviews
9.3
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159 reviews
5 star
65%
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I had a wonderful experience it just wasn't the right time for my dad and he needed a lower level of care. As wonderful a place as possible. Almost didn't feel like a memory care facility. My dad only...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Palmilla Senior Living puts premium independent senior living within your reach. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Alzheimer's and Memory Care in Albuquerque, New Mexico. All of our living options stress independence and autonomy, providing the assistance you need to live...
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Photo of Avamere at Rio Rancho
77 Photos available
8.3
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78 reviews
8.3
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78 reviews
5 star
35%
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38%
3 star
15%
2 star
9%
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The staff treat my mom with compassion and respect. The building feels like someone's home, not sterile or clinical. Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend this community to other families...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Avamere at Rio Rancho offers residents the full spectrum of senior living options including independent, assisted living and a secure memory care community. Located on Albuquerque's west side, close to both Cottonwood mall and scenic Corrales, we are conveniently located near Presbyterian Rust,...
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8.0
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8 reviews
8.0
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8 reviews
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They do what the others SAY they will do!! FOOD YES! CARE YES! Engaged with residents YES! WE found Lifespire after my wife ENDURED 14 months at another institution in Albuquerque where the care was very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Life Spire has been in business for over 6 years. We provide a warm and homelike atmosphere within a secured setting. We started our line of work by assisting adults and children with disabilities to live at home and be active in the community. Our strong commitment to our mission lead the phone...
Photo of Haven Care - Fir House
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8.0
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4 reviews
8.0
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4 reviews
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I would recommend the facility because of the staff, the cleanliness and the homey quality. We loved being able to sit outside in the shaded garden. The food was pretty basic, but they tried to meet my...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Having a loved one who needs long term assistance can be heartbreaking and very stressful. Haven Care is here to make sure your loved ones live their lives to the fullest and make you and your family stress free. Our small community is located in Albuquerque, NM. All of our residents live in...
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Photo of MorningStar of Rio Rancho
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.5
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22 reviews
7.5
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22 reviews
5 star
26%
4 star
23%
3 star
23%
2 star
14%
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Overall, MorningStar has been a good choice for Mom, but I can see where some improvements need to be made. For example, it would be nice if they provided some evening activities occasionally as that is when...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Neighborhood in Rio Rancho Community
1111 Photos available
5 star
69%
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3 star
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The meals at the Neighborhood are tasty and varied. Between the dining room and the Bistro, there is always something which is appealing. I would like to give a shout out to the wait staff. They are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Supportive Care at The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho is a Premier Full Service Health Care Community where extra support is available at one location. There is no entry fee or long term contract to move directly into Supportive Care at The Neighborhood in Rio Ranchoand features both private studio...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Haven Care Dogwood
1818 Photos available
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Haven Care - Dogwood is located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Our specialized care agency offers Alzheimer's and Dementia services for elderly senior citizens. We offer assisted living to help people who have mentally incapacitating diseases stay safe and secure. Our programs allow us to customize...
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Harmony Residential Care, Inc. has been a part of my family for over two years. They have the most wonderful team who genuinely care for your loved one. My Grandmother aka Pretty Mama could not be in better...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Photo of Casa De Paz
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Casa De Paz is a single-story senior care home located in the beautiful desert city of Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Located just north of Albuquerque, Rio Rancho is an historical and cultural gem with its own personality. Casa De Paz is a cozy home with a large, open floor plan. Recliners in the...
Photo of The Retreat and Retreat Gardens
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.

Cost of assisted living in Rio Rancho Estates, NM

The average cost of senior living in Rio Rancho Estates is $4,344 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Skyline-Ganipa, NM with an average of $1,800 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rio Rancho Estates, NM vs. nearby cities

Rio Rancho Estates, NM
$4,344/mo
$4,344/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rio Rancho Estates, NM vs. the state and national average

Rio Rancho Estates, NM
$4,344/mo
U.S. national average
$4,669/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rio Rancho Estates vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,344/mo
$4,955/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Rio Rancho Estates, NM by room type

Semi-Private
$4,581/mo
Private
$6,000/mo
Studio
$3,974/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,254/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,404/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,040/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Rio Rancho Estates over time

Rio Rancho Estates, NMNM stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Rio Rancho Estates, NM

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Rio Rancho Estates.

What families are saying about assisted living in Rio Rancho Estates

Recent reviews for assisted living in Rio Rancho Estates

Brookdale Valencia in Albuquerque, NM

5.0
I had to find a community for my mom on an emergency basis. The Brookdale team was fantastic - I toured two facilities virtually and then flew in to tour them in person. After selecting Valencia, they set up a respite room for my mom so I could get their immediate support while I then packed up ...
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Westwind House Assisted Living in Albuquerque, NM

4.5
My mom is eating the meal. It is not like home cooking but I think it is good. The staff are good people who help out very well. I am pleased that she is getting taken care of.The staff assist with her ADL and there has been no problems. A Place For Mom helped us find this community. They are ...
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Harmony House in Rio Rancho, NM

5.0
Harmony is a wonderful Residential Care Facility. The facility is three houses which hold about 8 to 10 residents each. There are one person bedrooms and bedrooms that are cut in half, so there will be two people per room. There are three houses, not a 100 people housed in one big building. ...
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Rio Rancho Estates review score based on 64 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 64 reviews of 12 Rio Rancho Estates assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rio Rancho Estates review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Rio Rancho Estates review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Rio Rancho Estates, NM12 facilities
8.6
Rio Rancho, NM19 facilities
8.5
Corrales, NM53 facilities

Review subcategories for Rio Rancho Estates assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 64 reviews of 12 Rio Rancho Estates assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Rio Rancho Estates resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Rio Rancho Estates, NM averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Rio Rancho Estates assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rio Rancho Estates assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rio Rancho Estates, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Rio Rancho Estates assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Rio Rancho Estates that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rio Rancho Estates, NMNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
83.3%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.7%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.3%
53.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rio Rancho Estates assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Rio Rancho Estates Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rio Rancho Estates, NMNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rio Rancho Estates assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Rio Rancho Estates partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rio Rancho Estates, NMNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.3%
40.7%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.3%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
15.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Rio Rancho Estates assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Rio Rancho Estates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rio Rancho Estates, NMNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.7%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rio Rancho Estates assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Rio Rancho Estates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rio Rancho Estates, NMNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
49.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.3%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
58.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
41.7%
30.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Rio Rancho Estates

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New Mexico assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Rio Rancho Estates protect seniors.

Learn about New Mexico Assisted Living regulations

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Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, Vista Sandia Assisted Living and The Village At Alameda are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Rio Rancho Estates, New Mexico. See full list of communities.

There are 16 assisted living facilities near Rio Rancho Estates, New Mexico. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Rio Rancho Estates, New Mexico is Morada Quintessence. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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