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Advantage Assisted Living
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Advantage Assisted Living

1729 Wellspring Ave Se, Rio Rancho, NM 87124 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Advantage Assisted Living

As a 30-bed Assisted Living Community, Advantage Assisted Living is devoted to enhancing the lives of senior residents in the heart of Rio Rancho. This assisted living community is unwavering in its commitment to fostering independence and delivering unparalleled care. Their core belief is that the highest level of respect and dignity should be afforded to every individual, providing families with the peace of mind that their loved ones are safe and exceptionally cared for.

Advantage Assisted Living takes a comprehensive approach to care, with on-site Mobile Dentistry and certified healthcare staff available 24 hours a day. Residents benefit from convenient laundry services and the option to savor full food service within their private or semi-private living spaces. The community further enriches the resident experience with engaging group activities and reliable transportation services, ensuring that every aspect of senior living is cared for and considered. At Advantage Assisted Living, the dedication to residents’ well-being goes above and beyond, creating an atmosphere that truly feels like home.

Facility Direct Line (505) 431-4792
Facility Direct Line (505) 431-4792
Bed community size
30-bed community Rank #94 / 143Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 94th out of 143 homes in New Mexico for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New Mexico facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Mexico that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 20 / 100 Rank #150 / 186Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 150th out of 186 homes in New Mexico for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across New Mexico facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Mexico that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
83%
Rank #45 / 107Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 45th out of 107 homes in New Mexico for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Mexico average, with its Statewide rank out of 107. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Mexico that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the New Mexico average: 78.9%
Occupied beds
25 / 30
Average occupied beds in New Mexico homes 82 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
CountySandoval

Ownership & Operating Entity

Advantage Assisted Living is legally operated by Advantage Assisted Living LLC, and administered by Jayme Rickard.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactJayme Rickard (per state records, record updated Jun 2026)

Contact Information

Email advantagenm@gmail.com | jrickard.aal@gmail.com
Fax(505) 431-4801

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Inspection History

In New Mexico, the Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement is the primary regulatory authority that conducts unannounced inspections and investigates quality of care complaints.

Since 2018 · 8 years of data 3 deficiencies 8 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New Mexico state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2018 vs. New Mexico state average
Overall vs. NM average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than New Mexico average:
• Total deficiencies (90% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (85% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNM Averagevs. NM Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 330 This facility has 90% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (3 vs. NM avg 30).↓ 90% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.42.7 This facility has 85% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (0.4 vs. NM avg 2.7).↓ 85% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNM Averagevs. NM Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 811 This facility has had 27% fewer total inspections than the New Mexico average (8 vs. NM avg 11). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 27% fewer
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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Places of interest near Advantage Assisted Living

Address 2.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Rio Rancho's city center to Advantage Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.46 miles to nearest hospital (Presbyterian Rust Medical Center)

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Info below is compiled from the NM Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms 83.3% -Jayme RickardAdvantage Assisted Living LLC8
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Mexico

Advantage Assisted Living is located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New Mexico.

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Centennial Care Community Benefit

NM Medicaid Centennial Care

Age 65+ or disabled
General New Mexico resident, Medicaid- eligible, long-term care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
NM

Managed care model; rural outreach efforts.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Medical services

New Mexico Caregiver Support Program

NM NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General New Mexico resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
NM

Limited slots; rural focus due to sparse population.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

New Mexico PACE (e.g., InnovAge New Mexico PACE)

Age 55+
General NM resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
NM

Available in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia Counties via InnovAge.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

New Mexico Older Americans Act Services

Age 60+
General NM resident (or spouse of any age); no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; sliding scale fees may apply for some services.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NM

Two AAAs (Albuquerque vs. Non-Metro); services vary by region.

Benefits
Meals (home-delivered or group, ~$5-$7/meal value) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (5 days/year) Adult day care ($50/day)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Mexico Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NM resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits None in NM unique among states
NM

No asset test; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

New Mexico VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NM resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NM

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Property Tax Rebate for Seniors

New Mexico Property Tax Rebate

Age 65+
General NM resident, homeowner or renter, paid property taxes.
Income Limits (2025) ~$36,000/year individual, projected
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NM

Rebate up to $250-$500; annual application required.

Benefits
Tax rebate (~$250-$500/year) to offset housing costs

Frequently Asked Questions about Advantage Assisted Living

What neighborhood is Advantage Assisted Living in?

Advantage Assisted Living is in the Petroglyph Medical Plaza neighborhood of Rio Rancho.

Is Advantage Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Advantage Assisted Living has a walk score of 20. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Advantage Assisted Living?

Advantage Assisted Living's occupancy is 83%.

Are pets allowed at Advantage Assisted Living?

Yes, Advantage Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Advantage Assisted Living?

Jayme Rickard is the administrator of Advantage Assisted Living.

How many beds does Advantage Assisted Living have?

Advantage Assisted Living has 30 beds.

Has Advantage Assisted Living had any deficiencies?

Advantage Assisted Living has had 3 reported deficiencies since 2018 according to records from New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA).

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