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MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Rio Rancho, NM
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MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Rio Rancho, NM
2301 Golf Course Rd Se, Rio Rancho, NM 87124 View map
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Overview of MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch

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MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Rio Rancho, NM. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains their own living space; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short-term stay for a resident while a usual caregiver travels or recovers, and the range of care levels can suit someone whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 94 beds and offers suite accommodations. Its starting price is $5,725, giving families a baseline for planning the cost of care. Pets are allowed, so residents may continue living with a pet at the community.

Residents can use the salon and spa, expansive courtyards, strolling paths, gardening areas, patio, barbecue, outdoor kitchen, and fire pit for personal care and outdoor activities. Transportation is available, and rehabilitation services give residents access to support for recovery or maintaining function without arranging those services independently.

Meals are prepared largely from scratch by an Executive Chef, with seasonal menus and dietary options including low sodium, sugar free, no sugar added, vegetarian, low fat, gluten free, and dairy free selections. The community is administered by Patricia Faris and operated by Ag-Cd Rio Rancho Owner, in the Golf Course Corridor neighborhood.

Facility Direct Line (505) 578-0867
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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 94 Rank #24 / 101Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th out of 101 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #130 / 151Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 130th out of 151 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Mexico that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
16 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
CountySandoval

Ownership & Operating Entity

MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch is legally operated by Ag-Cd Rio Rancho Owner, LLC, and administered by Patricia Faris.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesSafelyYou technology for fall detection.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactPatricia Faris (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Does not accept Medicaid

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Contact Information

Fax(505) 800-7808

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55+

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spa
Dining
Courtyard
Garden
Patio
Transportation
Concierge
Housekeeping
Laundry
Wellness Programdance, music, art, exercise, animals, aromatherapy
Branded ProgramsLavender Sky
Specific ProgramsLife Enrichment, Dining Experience, Clinical Services

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$5,725 per month

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: Two-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch

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AL - 1 Bed
1 Bedroom
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2 bedroom
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MC - Studio
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1 Bedroom
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Address 1.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Rio Rancho's city center to MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch
AL
MC
RC
Rio Rancho (Golf Course Corridor)
94
Facility 94
NM AVG 59
Rank #24 / 101
Yes
16
Facility 16
NM AVG 46
Rank #130 / 151
Suite-A+Patricia FarisAg-Cd Rio Rancho Owner, LLC-----
Retreat Gardens
AL
MC
Rio Rancho (Urban Center)
45
Facility 45
NM AVG 59
Rank #43 / 101
No
72
Facility 72
NM AVG 46
Rank #27 / 151
-
86.7%
Facility 86.7%
NM AVG 78.9%
Rank #25 / 70
-Melissa SpiersThe Retreat Healthcare, LLC10
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
Advantage Assisted Living
AL
Rio Rancho (Petroglyph Medical Plaza)
30
Facility 30
NM AVG 59
Rank #53 / 101
Yes
20
Facility 20
NM AVG 46
Rank #118 / 151
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
NM AVG 78.9%
Rank #29 / 70
-Jayme RickardAdvantage Assisted Living LLC8
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
Life Spire Assisted Living Rio Rancho
AL
MC
Rio Rancho (Southern Blvd Corridor)
30
Facility 30
NM AVG 59
Rank #53 / 101
Yes
76
Facility 76
NM AVG 46
Rank #19 / 151
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
93.3%
Facility 93.3%
NM AVG 78.9%
Rank #13 / 70
-Carol Lynn MontoyaA Meaningful Day, Inc11
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
Casa de Paz Senior Assisted Living
AL
MC
PC
Rio Rancho (Corrales Heights)
10
Facility 10
NM AVG 59
Rank #90 / 101
No
51
Facility 51
NM AVG 46
Rank #67 / 151
Private Rooms
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NM AVG 78.9%
Rank #1 / 70
A+Adam StanleyCasa De Shalom, LLC11
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

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Mexico

MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch 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).
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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 MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch

What neighborhood is MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch in?

MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch is in the Golf Course Corridor neighborhood of Rio Rancho.

Who is the owner of MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch?

MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch is legally operated by Ag-Cd Rio Rancho Owner, LLC, and administered by Patricia Faris.

Is MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch in a walkable area?

MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Does MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch on this page.

Are pets allowed at MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch?

Yes, MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch?

Patricia Faris is the administrator of MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch.

How many beds does MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch have?

MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch has 94 beds.

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