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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.
Community insights.
About this community
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.
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.
Inspection Scorecard
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• Total deficiencies (46% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (57% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NM Average | vs. NM Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 19 | 35 | This facility has 46% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (19 vs. NM avg 35).↓ 46% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 1.7 | 3.98 | This facility has 57% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (1.7 vs. NM avg 3.98).↓ 57% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | NM Average | vs. NM Avg |
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Total inspections
| 11 | 11 | This facility has total inspections in line with the New Mexico average (11 vs. NM avg 11).— At avg |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
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1.9 miles from city center
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
Info below is compiled from the NM Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Retreat Gardens | AL MC | Rio Rancho (Urban Center) | 45
Facility
45
NM AVG
68
Rank
#82 / 141 | No |
72
Facility
72
NM AVG
48
Rank
#33 / 186 | - |
86.7%
Facility
86.7%
NM AVG
78.1%
Rank
#41 / 106 | - | Melissa Spiers | The Retreat Healthcare, LLC | 10 | 1
Facility
1
NM AVG
4
Rank
#13 / 82 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
5.3
Rank
#14 / 82 | 7
Facility
7
NM AVG
30
Rank
#16 / 82 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
NM AVG
2.7
Rank
#13 / 82 |
| Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho | AL MC | Rio Rancho (Southern Blvd Corridor) | 30
Facility
30
NM AVG
68
Rank
#92 / 141 | Yes |
76
Facility
76
NM AVG
48
Rank
#24 / 186 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
93.3%
Facility
93.3%
NM AVG
78.1%
Rank
#23 / 106 | - | Carol Lynn Montoya | A Meaningful Day, Inc | 11 | 3
Facility
3
NM AVG
4
Rank
#40 / 82 | 4
Facility
4
NM AVG
5.3
Rank
#41 / 82 | 19
Facility
19
NM AVG
30
Rank
#42 / 82 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
NM AVG
2.7
Rank
#26 / 82 |
| Advantage Assisted Living | AL | Rio Rancho (Petroglyph Medical Plaza) | 30
Facility
30
NM AVG
68
Rank
#92 / 141 | Yes |
20
Facility
20
NM AVG
48
Rank
#150 / 186 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
83.3%
Facility
83.3%
NM AVG
78.1%
Rank
#45 / 106 | - | Jayme Rickard | Advantage Assisted Living LLC | 8 | 1
Facility
1
NM AVG
4
Rank
#13 / 82 | 1
Facility
1
NM AVG
5.3
Rank
#2 / 82 | 3
Facility
3
NM AVG
30
Rank
#6 / 82 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
NM AVG
2.7
Rank
#5 / 82 |
| Casa de Paz Senior Assisted Living | AL MC PC | Rio Rancho (Corrales Heights) | 10
Facility
10
NM AVG
68
Rank
#130 / 141 | No |
51
Facility
51
NM AVG
48
Rank
#93 / 186 | Private Rooms |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
NM AVG
78.1%
Rank
#1 / 106 | A+ | Adam Stanley | Casa De Shalom, LLC | 11 | 4
Facility
4
NM AVG
4
Rank
#46 / 82 | 4
Facility
4
NM AVG
5.3
Rank
#41 / 82 | 13
Facility
13
NM AVG
30
Rank
#28 / 82 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
NM AVG
2.7
Rank
#20 / 82 |
| Haven Care Dogwood | AL | Rio Rancho | 5
Facility
5
NM AVG
68
Rank
#138 / 141 | No |
42
Facility
42
NM AVG
48
Rank
#111 / 186 | Private Rooms |
80.0%
Facility
80.0%
NM AVG
78.1%
Rank
#55 / 106 | - | Dimitra Campbell | - | 12 | 1
Facility
1
NM AVG
4
Rank
#13 / 82 | 2
Facility
2
NM AVG
5.3
Rank
#14 / 82 | 9
Facility
9
NM AVG
30
Rank
#21 / 82 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
NM AVG
2.7
Rank
#15 / 82 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Mexico
Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho is located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
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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%.
Are pets allowed at Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho?
Yes, Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho allows residents to bring their pets.
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.
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