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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Rio Rancho Estates, NM
If you’re looking for assisted living in Rio Rancho Estates, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Rio Rancho Estates or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Rio Rancho Estates.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Rio Rancho Estates for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 16 assisted living facilities in the Rio Rancho Estates area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Spanish Walk, Los Alamos and Greater Gardner & Monkbridge.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Albuquerque, Rio Rancho and Bernalillo.
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9.9
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97 reviews
It was the most cheerful experience we had meaning the tour. I would recommend it to them based upon n friendliness and mainly an employee named {name removed] She is the best, and very helpful to me.
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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9.3
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154 reviews
I moved my mother into Palmilla Senior living facility in assisted-living with a level 1 care and medication management in June 2024. She was previously in an independent living facility out of state with a...
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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8.8
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4 reviews
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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8.3
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76 reviews
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 reviews
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...
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7.5
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20 reviews
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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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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My brother is taken care of by [Name removed] and her staff with sincere care and dedication to each individual client. They take him to his doctors appointments, senior center, and clothing as well as food...
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.
For those who can no longer stay in their own homes or large assisted living facility, L.A. In-Home Care provides more personal care (1:3 staff to resident ratio), and memory care in a safe and satisfying home environment. We specialized in taking care of Dementia or Alzheimer's clients and those...
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.
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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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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Rio Rancho Estates, NM
The average cost of senior living in Rio Rancho Estates is $4,250 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Skyline-Ganipa, NM with an average of $1,800 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rio Rancho Estates, NM vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Rio Rancho Estates, NM
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What families are saying about assisted living in Rio Rancho Estates
Recent reviews for assisted living in Rio Rancho Estates
The Woodmark at Uptown in Albuquerque, NM
4.8
Based on our families experience, we were frustrated that all the required paperwork had to be completed by hand rather than a word doc to edit. There were a lot of duplicate questions on many different forms. It was also frustrating that we could not get our loved one moved in on the weekend. ...
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Willowwood Assisted Living in Albuquerque, NM
4.9
The staff members at Willowood Assisted Living are so great and friendly and our loved one is really well taken care of. He always looks clean and is being fed really well. We have absolutely no complaints or see any red flags with this community. His favorite thing is sitting outside in the ...
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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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Rio Rancho Estates review score based on 64 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 64 reviews of 11 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
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 11 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
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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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.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
72.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.5%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.6%
53.8%
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*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
72.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.5%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.7%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.3%
13.7%
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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
36.4%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
54.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
72.7%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
13%
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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.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.4%
17.7%
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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
63.6%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.6%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.6%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63.6%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
63.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
45.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.4%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.6%
45.6%
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, Morada Quintessence and Brookdale Valencia 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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