Retreat Gardens

Q: What neighborhood is Retreat Gardens in?

Retreat Gardens is in the Urban Center neighborhood of Rio Rancho.

Q: Is Retreat Gardens in a walkable area?

Retreat Gardens has a walk score of 72. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Q: When does Retreat Gardens's license expire?

According to NM state health department records, Retreat Gardens's license expires on May 31, 2026.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Retreat Gardens?

Retreat Gardens's occupancy is 87%.

Q: What is the best email address for Retreat Gardens?

The team at Retreat Gardens can be reached at mspiers@retreatnm.com.

Q: Who is the administrator of Retreat Gardens?

Melissa Spiers is the administrator of Retreat Gardens.

Overview of Retreat Gardens

Serving older adults less than a mile from central Rio Rancho, Retreat Gardens offers assisted living and memory care. The New Mexico community is operated by The Retreat Healthcare, LLC. Melissa Spiers serves as the administrator. The 45-bed community is about 87% occupied, with 39 beds currently filled.

Care is available day and night for residents who need steady support. On-site physician and psychiatrist services are also available throughout the day. The memory care program is supported by caregivers trained in early cognitive impairment and early dementia. This helps residents receive more focused care without moving to another community.

Families can choose between private and semi-private suites based on needs, comfort, and budget. Dining includes several meal choices for residents each day. Those who enjoy fresh air may also eat on the patio.

The area around Retreat Gardens has a Walk Score of 72, making it very walkable. Many nearby errands can be handled on foot instead of by car. This may help residents and visiting families access local needs more easily.

State inspection reports have focused on administrative and safety practices. These included medication storage, service plan records, food temperature checks, and fire drill scheduling. A later review confirmed those areas were brought into compliance. Infection control practices were also reviewed and found in order.

Families considering Retreat Gardens should ask about current room availability. The community is already near full capacity.

Facility Direct Line (505) 892-9663

45-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 72 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

87%

Higher than the New Mexico average: 78.9%

Occupied beds

39 / 45

Average occupied beds in New Mexico homes 82 beds

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

ExpirationMay 31, 2026 Expired

CountySandoval

Retreat Gardens is legally operated by The Retreat Healthcare, LLC, and administered by Melissa Spiers.

Staffing

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

ContactMelissa Spiers

Email mspiers@retreatnm.com

Fax(505) 892-3058

Since 2014 · 12 years of data 7 deficiencies

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 2014 vs. New Mexico state average

Overall vs. NM average

Latest Inspection October 23, 2020 Routine

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	NM Average	vs. NM Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	7	30	This facility has 77% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (7 vs. NM avg 30).↓ 77% better
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2014.	0.6	2.5	This facility has 76% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (0.6 vs. NM avg 2.5).↓ 76% better

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

The most recent inspection on October 23, 2020, found no deficiencies in COVID-19 infection prevention and control.
The October 9, 2019 complaint investigation found six deficiencies including medication storage, incomplete service plans, food temperature, and missing fire drills.
The February 25, 2020 follow-up survey confirmed all prior deficiencies were corrected with no new deficiencies cited.

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0.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Rio Rancho's city center to Retreat Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.


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
Retreat Gardens	AL MC	Rio Rancho (Urban Center)	45 Facility 45 NM AVG 69 Rank #87 / 148	No	72 Facility 72 NM AVG 43 Rank #33 / 208	-	86.7% Facility 86.7% NM AVG 78.5% Rank #46 / 115	-	Melissa Spiers	The Retreat Healthcare, LLC	10	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #15 / 114	2 Facility 2 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #14 / 114	7 Facility 7 NM AVG 30 Rank #16 / 114	0.7 Facility 0.7 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #13 / 114
Advantage Assisted Living	AL	Rio Rancho (Petroglyph Medical Plaza)	30 Facility 30 NM AVG 69 Rank #99 / 148	Yes	20 Facility 20 NM AVG 43 Rank #150 / 208	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	83.3% Facility 83.3% NM AVG 78.5% Rank #51 / 115	-	Jayme Rickard	Advantage Assisted Living LLC	8	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 3.8 Rank #15 / 114	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 6.1 Rank #2 / 114	3 Facility 3 NM AVG 30 Rank #6 / 114	0.4 Facility 0.4 NM AVG 2.5 Rank #5 / 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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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).

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

Benefits

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

What neighborhood is Retreat Gardens in?

Retreat Gardens is in the Urban Center neighborhood of Rio Rancho.

Who is the owner of Retreat Gardens?

Retreat Gardens is legally operated by The Retreat Healthcare, LLC, and administered by Melissa Spiers.

Is Retreat Gardens in a walkable area?

Retreat Gardens has a walk score of 72. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

When does Retreat Gardens's license expire?

According to NM state health department records, Retreat Gardens's license expires on May 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Retreat Gardens?

Retreat Gardens's occupancy is 87%.

What is the best email address for Retreat Gardens?

The team at Retreat Gardens can be reached at mspiers@retreatnm.com.

Who is the administrator of Retreat Gardens?

Melissa Spiers is the administrator of Retreat Gardens.

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