Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Rio Rancho, NM below include 65 Assisted Living facilities with 534 reviews. On average in Rio Rancho, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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2301 Golf Course Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
4.5
(11 reviews)
"My husband moved to MorningStar of Rio Rancho. I've been to other places, and I like Morningstar. I think they're far superior to anywhere else in Rio Rancho. The staff do so much for my husband. He's in bed, he can't get out, and they bring him food..."
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2709 Chessman Drive, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
3.9
(11 reviews)
"We went to BeeHive Homes of Rio Rancho. They were very kind and professional, the facility was beautiful, and we really liked it a lot, but my in-laws cannot afford to stay there. It was brand new. Everything was updated and safe, and I liked how the..."
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900 Loma Colorado Blvd NE, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
3.5
(12 reviews)
"We moved my parents into The Neighborhood In Rio Rancho I. It's very pleasant and clean. It's light and cheerful. The staff members and the head nurse are very accommodating. They allowed us to move my parents into the facility even though they both ..."
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4104 St. Andrews Drive SE, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
"Haven Care Dogwood is a loving, homelike residential assisted living provider that exists to serve seniors living through memory loss with c..."
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4103 Las Cimbras Ct. SE, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
"Our Family Caring for Your Family Casa de Paz in Rio Rancho, NM, offers senior assisted living for your loved ones with all the comforts an..."
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604 Gral Trevino Dr. SE, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom is at Casa de Paz Village. There isn't anything that I like the least about the community. The best thing is that it is in a house situation with eight little ladies that are residents, and they spend time in a home-like setting, so it's like ..."
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4102 Malaga Ct. SE, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
4.8
(43 reviews)
"My mother was a resident for 4 years at Autumn Glow house, one of the 3 homes at Harmony Residential Care, Inc. She was in her 90's and had advanced dementia when she arrived. The home capacities are small, only about 8 max residents per house, so t..."
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920 Riverview Drive Southeast, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
4.6
(44 reviews)
"We visited Fairwinds - Rio Rancho for my mother. The people were very nice, the place was clean and well-kept. The staff was very nice and welcoming. Their dining area was very nice, the facility was very clean, and the maintenance on the grounds was..."
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1001 24th Street, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
4.2
(36 reviews)
"Mom is at Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho. I like that it does not have as many residents. I was looking for something small for Mom and they had an opening at the time. We were in a hurry to get her somewhere and because it was very expensive ..."
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1000 Riverview Dr. SE, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
3.2
(39 reviews)
"From my experience, Brookdale Rio Rancho is the best. I was impressed with their flexibility and having access to different things in the area. They had a van that will take you anywhere. It had a homier feel and was very accommodating. I stayed in B..."
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804 Rincon de Romos Dr. SE, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My experience with Harmony Residential Care has been very good. It's a great place, it's well-managed, and well-run. They have quality employees working for them as caregivers to the residents. It's like a home, not a facility. My aunt is doing very ..."
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6336 Enchanted Hills Blvd NE, Rio Rancho, NM, 87144
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom moved into BeeHive Homes of Enchanted Hills. So far, I'm very happy with it. The residents spoke highly of the place and they spoke with my family as we were moving in. It's not a traditional facility. It's a home. The maximum number of reside..."
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4100 Jackie Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My sister moved into Retreat Villas, and she seems to be doing well. It's a beautiful community with caring people. They have different things for the resident, they have music where people come in to play, and they have a variety of things to do. Th..."
READ MORE912 Loma Pinon Loop NE, Rio Rancho, NM, 87144
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My uncle is in the Hummingbird Assisted Living, and they are wonderful. We looked at several places, but we had to go with a smaller place. It's a home that accommodates 10 people. They're just absolutely phenomenal with the care they give to the eld..."
READ MORE204 Silent Spring Rd Northeast, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
4.2
(4 reviews)
"My husband is in BeeHive Assisted Living Homes of Rio Rancho #1. I'm happy with the facility he's in. It's small and there are only 12 residents in the home, and they're just very friendly, good staff. We had my husband's parents in one of the Beehiv..."
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4100 Barbara Loop Southeast, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
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613 Oreja De Oro SE, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
"Our Family Caring for Your Family Casa de Paz Village (West) in Rio Rancho, NM, offers senior assisted living for your loved ones with all ..."
READ MORE4805 Somberete Road Se, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124
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1620 Indian School Road NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87102
4.2
(45 reviews)
"Morada Albuquerque had a continuum of care. They had everything right there available. It was fabulous. It was in my price range. They were clean. The people that we met with were very friendly. The rooms were spacious. The food selection looked good..."
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6401 Corona Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87113
4.1
(14 reviews)
"I went to BeeHive Homes of Albuquerque. The overall experience was very positive. The person I met with, her name is Joy and was very compassionate, and did a great job of listening and presenting me with the information that helps to make decisions ..."
READ MORERio Rancho’s assisted living facilities charge around $5,738 monthly, according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. By comparison, the state median runs a few hundred dollars lower at $5,450, and in Las Cruces, rates fall near $5,500. However, local rates compare favorably to fees in Santa Fe, where seniors pay around $6,830.
Rio Rancho
$5,738
New Mexico
$5,450
United States
$5,350
Santa Fe
$6,830
Farmington
$5,450
Las Cruces
$5,500
Centennial Care is the New Mexico Health Services Department’s Medicaid waiver program that pays for the cost of assisted living for eligible seniors in Rio Rancho.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New Mexico page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in New Mexico page.
In Rio Rancho, the baseline monthly norm for assisted living comes to $5,738, making it a budget-friendly option compared to specialized services. For example, seniors who arrange home health care services pay an additional $360, and nursing home fees track well above assisted living costs at around $8,699.
Home Health Care
$6,101
Assisted Living Facility
$5,738
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$8,699
Note: Since data for Rio Rancho is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Albuquerque, instead.
Rio Rancho has many resources available to assist seniors, including community services, long-term care advocates and help with Medicare and Medicaid. The programs available are meant to promote healthy aging and wellness for all seniors.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services – Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (866) 451-2901 | The New Mexico Long-Term Care Ombudsman program exists to advocate for seniors and vulnerable adults. The ombudsmen conduct scheduled visits to assisted living facilities to meet residents and offer help with complaints or questions. Seniors are protected from exploitation and educated about their rights, along with being assured there is someone to watch out for them. |
| New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services – Aging & Disability Resource Center | (800) 432-2080 | The ADRC works to support seniors and persons with disabilities in finding services and resources to help them live well. Coordinators help seniors find services to address their needs and locate long-term care options that work for them. The ADRC includes a State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) to provide information on health insurance, Medicare and Medicaid and the New Mexico Health Exchange (NMHIX) directs seniors to affordable health care options to fit their budget. Seniors can also obtain information about the agency’s Prescription Drug Assistance (PDA), New Mexico MEDBANK Program, helping seniors obtain the prescription medications they need at a cost they can afford. |
| (800) 876-6657 | The Legal Resources for the Elderly Program (LREP) is a free, statewide program for adults 55 and older. LREP provides legal advice and services offered by professional, highly qualified attorneys specialized in legal issues affecting seniors. Some of the services the LREP offer are guardianship, Social Security disability, powers of attorney, estate planning, Medicare and Medicaid. | |
| Meadowlark Senior Center | (505) 891-5018 | The Meadowlark Senior Center (MSC) is open for seniors 55 and older, offering various programs and activities such as social events, arts and crafts, health checks, day trip excursions, financial and benefits counseling and referral services. The center operates to meet the needs of seniors and provide opportunities to be part of a community group. |
| Sandoval County Assisted Transportation | (505) 934-8774 | The Assisted Transportation program is offered to seniors through the Senior Program Administrative Office. Seniors receive transportation to health care appointments in Rio Rancho Monday through Friday. Appointments for transportation should be made in advance. Hours of operation are 9:30 a.m. through 2:30 p.m. |
Two bureaus work together to license assisted living facilities in New Mexico; the Program Operations Bureau and District Operations Bureau. These organizations monitor the compliance of health care facilities with the rules and regulations set forth by New Mexico to ensure residents’ safety, well-being and health.
Rio Rancho-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in New Mexico are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in New Mexico page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Florence
5.0
Review of Life Spire Assisted Living - Rio Rancho, NM
Mom is at Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho. I like that it does not have as many residents. I was looking for something small for Mom and they had an opening at the time. We were in a hurry to...
Assisted Living
Laurel
4.0
Review of Fairwinds - Rio Rancho
Fairwinds-Rio Rancho has lovely rooms. It's quite spacious and nice. They have excellent food. They have a lot of activities and they take you to stores, the library, and just some short...
Assisted Living
Linda
5.0
Review of MorningStar of Rio Rancho
My husband moved to MorningStar of Rio Rancho. I've been to other places, and I like Morningstar. I think they're far superior to anywhere else in Rio Rancho. The staff do so much for my husband....
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