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Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Rio Rancho, NM
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Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Rio Rancho, NM
1001 24Th St Se, Rio Rancho, NM 87124 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho

Life Spire Assisted Living & Memory Care is a premier assisted living community in the heart of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, offering comprehensive care options, including assisted living, Alzheimer’s care, and dementia care. At Life Spire Assisted Living, their unwavering commitment is to provide exceptional care, delivering the highest standard of quality service.

Their mission is to offer superior elder care within a secure, supportive residential environment that fosters health, independence, and meaningful social interaction. Both of their ideally placed elder care facilities are discreetly integrated into the fabric of the local community. With 24-hour staff support and care, these residences have modern amenities to create a warm and comfortable home environment. Residents can choose between private and semi-private rooms. Located in a tranquil and growing residential area of Rio Rancho, their pet-friendly residence is conveniently within walking distance of Presbyterian Rust Medical Center.

Facility Direct Line (505) 831-6250
Facility Direct Line (505) 831-6250
Bed community size
30-bed community Rank #99 / 148Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 99th out of 148 homes in New Mexico. 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.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: 76 / 100 Rank #24 / 208Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th out of 208 homes in New Mexico. 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.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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
93%
Rank #26 / 121Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 26th out of 121 homes in New Mexico. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Mexico average, with its Statewide rank out of 121. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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
28 / 30
Average occupied beds in New Mexico homes 82 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationOctober 31, 2026
CountySandoval

Ownership & Operating Entity

Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho is legally operated by A Meaningful Day, Inc, and administered by Carol Lynn Montoya.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactCarol Lynn Montoya

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Alzheimer's Care

Contact Information

Email carolh@expressionsoflifeinc.com
Fax(505) 831-6254

Amenities & Lifestyle

Beauty Salon
Life Enrichment Activities
Private And Semi-Private Rooms
Courtyard With Water Features And Fireplace
Specific ProgramsAlzheimers Caregivers, Dementia Caregivers, Enhanced – All Inclusive Assisted Living, Veteran Services, Community Medicaid Benefits

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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 2012 · 14 years of data 19 deficiencies

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 2012 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 (37% below)
• Deficiencies per year (33% below)
Latest Inspection February 7, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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

This Facility NM Average vs. NM Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 19 30 This facility has 37% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (19 vs. NM avg 30).↓ 37% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2012. 1.4 2.1 This facility has 33% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (1.4 vs. NM avg 2.1).↓ 33% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on February 7, 2025 cited one deficiency for missing brand and generic names on one resident’s Medication Administration Record (MAR).
  • The June 2, 2022 complaint survey found eight deficiencies including staff qualifications, medication administration, safety hazards, and food service violations, with some complaints substantiated.
  • Prior inspections from 2017 to 2020 showed repeated issues with admission agreements, medication administration, infection control, and care plan documentation, but some follow-ups cleared deficiencies.
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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 Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho

Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Rio Rancho's city center to Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.39 miles to nearest hospital (Presbyterian Rust Medical Center)

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Compare Assisted Living around Rio Rancho

The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.
MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch
AL
MC
RC
 Rio Rancho (Golf Course Corridor)
94
Facility 94
NM AVG 69
Rank #46 / 148
Yes
16
Facility 16
NM AVG 43
Rank #163 / 208
Suite - A+ Patricia Faris Ag-Cd Rio Rancho Owner, LLC -----
Fairwinds – Rio Rancho
AL
IL
 Rio Rancho (Vista Grande)
76
Facility 76
NM AVG 69
Rank #62 / 148
Yes
11
Facility 11
NM AVG 43
Rank #169 / 208
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NM AVG 78.5%
Rank #1 / 115
- Doralei Perea-Davis Rioav, LLC 19
6
Facility 6
NM AVG 3.8
Rank #90 / 114
9
Facility 9
NM AVG 6.1
Rank #86 / 114
50
Facility 50
NM AVG 30
Rank #83 / 114
2.6
Facility 2.6
NM AVG 2.5
Rank #47 / 114
Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho
AL
MC
 Rio Rancho (Southern Blvd Corridor)
30
Facility 30
NM AVG 69
Rank #99 / 148
Yes
76
Facility 76
NM AVG 43
Rank #24 / 208
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
93.3%
Facility 93.3%
NM AVG 78.5%
Rank #25 / 115
- Carol Lynn Montoya A Meaningful Day, Inc 11
3
Facility 3
NM AVG 3.8
Rank #47 / 114
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 6.1
Rank #43 / 114
19
Facility 19
NM AVG 30
Rank #43 / 114
1.7
Facility 1.7
NM AVG 2.5
Rank #26 / 114
BeeHive Homes of Enchanted Hills
AL
MC
RC
 Rio Rancho (High Ridge Estates)
15
Facility 15
NM AVG 69
Rank #113 / 148
Yes
11
Facility 11
NM AVG 43
Rank #169 / 208
Private / Shared Rooms
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
NM AVG 78.5%
Rank #80 / 115
A+ Megan Smith Rio Hive LLC 9
5
Facility 5
NM AVG 3.8
Rank #80 / 114
8
Facility 8
NM AVG 6.1
Rank #74 / 114
35
Facility 35
NM AVG 30
Rank #66 / 114
3.9
Facility 3.9
NM AVG 2.5
Rank #65 / 114
Casa de Paz Senior Assisted Living
AL
MC
PC
 Rio Rancho (Corrales Heights)
10
Facility 10
NM AVG 69
Rank #137 / 148
No
51
Facility 51
NM AVG 43
Rank #94 / 208
Private Rooms
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NM AVG 78.5%
Rank #1 / 115
A+ Adam Stanley Casa De Shalom, LLC 11
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 3.8
Rank #58 / 114
4
Facility 4
NM AVG 6.1
Rank #43 / 114
13
Facility 13
NM AVG 30
Rank #29 / 114
1.2
Facility 1.2
NM AVG 2.5
Rank #20 / 114
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Mexico

Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho 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 Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho

What neighborhood is Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho in?

Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho is in the Southern Blvd Corridor neighborhood of Rio Rancho.

Who is the owner of Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho?

Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho is legally operated by A Meaningful Day, Inc, and administered by Carol Lynn Montoya.

Is Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho in a walkable area?

Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho has a walk score of 76. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

When does Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho's license expire?

According to NM state health department records, Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho's license expires on October 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho?

Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho's occupancy is 93%.

What is the best email address for Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho?

The team at Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho can be reached at carolh@expressionsoflifeinc.com.

Who is the administrator of Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho?

Carol Lynn Montoya is the administrator of Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho.

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