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9 Best Nursing Homes in Rio Rancho Estates, NM

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Rio Rancho Estates nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Rio Rancho Estates, NM may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Rio Rancho Estates or another care type is right for you. Browse 9 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Rio Rancho Estates.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Alameda North Valley, Lee Acres and Los Poblanos.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Rio Rancho Estates, NM

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Photo of Fairwinds - Rio Rancho
88 Photos available
9.9
Review score
97 reviews
9.9
Review score
97 reviews
5 star
74%
4 star
21%
3 star
2%
2 star
1%
1 star
2%
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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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Photo of Palmilla Senior Living
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
Review score
155 reviews
9.2
Review score
155 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
22%
3 star
5%
2 star
3%
1 star
6%
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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
8.2
Review score
76 reviews
8.2
Review score
76 reviews
5 star
34%
4 star
40%
3 star
14%
2 star
9%
1 star
3%
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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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Photo of Life Spire
11 Photo available
8.0
Review score
8 reviews
8.0
Review score
8 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
25%
3 star
0%
2 star
13%
1 star
13%
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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 MorningStar of Rio Rancho
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.4
Review score
20 reviews
7.4
Review score
20 reviews
5 star
29%
4 star
24%
3 star
19%
2 star
14%
1 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%
4 star
19%
3 star
6%
2 star
0%
1 star
6%
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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 Rio Rancho Nursing & Rehab Ctr
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Rio Rancho Estates, NM

The average cost of senior living in Rio Rancho Estates is $4,719 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Acomita Village, NM with an average of $3,585 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Rio Rancho Estates, NM vs. nearby cities

Rio Rancho Estates, NM
$4,719/mo
$4,719/mo

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

Rio Rancho Estates, NM
$4,719/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Rio Rancho Estates vs. other types of senior living

$4,803/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,719/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Rio Rancho Estates, NM by room type

Semi-Private
$4,104/mo
Studio
$4,520/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,842/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,186/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,940/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Rio Rancho Estates over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Rio Rancho Estates

Recent reviews for nursing homes 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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Manzano Del Sol Good Samaritan in Albuquerque, NM

5.0
This is a wonderful place! My mother is getting therapy after a fall and they’re very good, compassionate people. They are honest and kind and it’s just wonderful! It’s like being in heaven. After terrible experiences at other communities, this gives me some hope for the senior care industry.

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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Rio Rancho Estates nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rio Rancho Estates nursing homes 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 nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes 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
50%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rio Rancho Estates nursing homes

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 Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rio Rancho Estates, NMNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rio Rancho Estates nursing homes

Nursing homes 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
20%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
3.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Rio Rancho Estates nursing homes

Our nursing homes 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
30%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
40%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rio Rancho Estates nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes 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
50%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
30%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
0.4%
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Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, Morada Quintessence and The Village At Alameda are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Rio Rancho Estates, New Mexico. See full list of communities.

There are 9 nursing homes facilities near Rio Rancho Estates, New Mexico. See the full list.

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