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Sierra Vista Retirement Community
Assisted Living, Home Care, Memory Care & Palliative Care · Santa Fe, NM
Exterior view of a residential-style facility entrance Entrance of Sierra Vista Retirement Community with a vehicle Aerial view of the Sierra Vista Retirement Community facility at sunset Exterior view of the Sierra Vista Retirement Community Interior common area with cozy seating and large windows Interior view of a community lounge area in the facility Vista Hermosa, home care in Santa Fe, NM — Outdoor seating area with tables and umbrellas Residents engaged in activities in a common area Staff member in a kitchen with food preparation

Sierra Vista Retirement Community

Assisted Living, Home Care, Memory Care & Palliative Care · Santa Fe, NM
402 Rodeo Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87505 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Sierra Vista Retirement Community

Twenty-nine years in operation, 24 beds, 100% occupied. Sierra Vista Retirement Community on Rodeo Road in Santa Fe has a track record and a waitlist-level demand signal built into those numbers. Vista Living Communities operates the facility; Caroline Andrade is the administrator. The staff-to-resident ratio is 6:1, a figure that carries particular weight at a community this size.

Care covers both memory care and assisted living. Nursing services run around the clock. The program roster includes dedicated Memory Care Homes and Counseling, alongside scheduled transportation, medication management, and housekeeping.

Meals are home-cooked and adapted to individual dietary needs. Rooms are available in private and companion configurations.

State inspections have tended to focus on care planning and documentation and resident rights and protections. Sierra Vista is licensed as an Assisted Living Facility under New Mexico’s state framework, not CMS-certified, meaning Medicare and Medicaid in the skilled nursing sense don’t apply here.

Walk Score 17 is deeply car-dependent. The Rodeo Road address sits 4.7 miles from Santa Fe’s center, and virtually all errands require a vehicle.

A fully occupied, long-running memory care and assisted living community under Vista Living Communities, Sierra Vista is a small, high-ratio facility that has held its occupancy through nearly three decades in Santa Fe.

Facility Direct Line (505) 986-9696
Facility Direct Line (505) 986-9696
Bed community size
24-bed community Rank #100 / 144Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 100th out of 144 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 smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
29 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 17 / 100 Rank #158 / 207Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 158th out of 207 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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Rank #1 / 108Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 108 homes in New Mexico for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Mexico average, with its Statewide rank out of 108. 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
24 / 24
Average occupied beds in New Mexico homes 82 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationOctober 31, 2026
CountySanta Fe

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sierra Vista Retirement Community is legally operated by Vista Living Communities, and administered by Caroline Andrade.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactCaroline Andrade (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Staff-to-Resident Ratio: 6:1

Contact Information

Email carol@vistaliving.com
Fax(505) 982-5872

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Scheduled Transportation
Private And Companion Rooms
Activities
Specific ProgramsMemory Care Homes, Counseling

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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 2007 · 19 years of data 28 deficiencies 12 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 2007 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 (7% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (15% 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. 2830 This facility has 7% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (28 vs. NM avg 30).↓ 7% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.32.7 This facility has 15% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (2.3 vs. NM avg 2.7).↓ 15% 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. 1211 This facility has had 9% more total inspections than the New Mexico average (12 vs. NM avg 11). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 9% more
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Address 3.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Santa Fe's city center to Sierra Vista Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Mexico

Sierra Vista Retirement Community is located in Santa Fe, 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 Sierra Vista Retirement Community

Who is the owner of Sierra Vista Retirement Community?

Sierra Vista Retirement Community is legally operated by Vista Living Communities, and administered by Caroline Andrade.

Is Sierra Vista Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Sierra Vista Retirement Community has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

When does Sierra Vista Retirement Community's license expire?

According to NM state health department records, Sierra Vista Retirement Community's license expires on October 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Sierra Vista Retirement Community?

Sierra Vista Retirement Community's occupancy is 100%.

How long has Sierra Vista Retirement Community been in business?

Sierra Vista Retirement Community has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Sierra Vista Retirement Community?

No, Sierra Vista Retirement Community has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Sierra Vista Retirement Community?

The team at Sierra Vista Retirement Community can be reached at carol@vistaliving.com.

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