Page 2 of Best Assisted Living in Rio Rancho, NM

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 15 assisted living communities in Rio Rancho, NM using NM Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NM
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Avg Walk Score: 28/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Rio Rancho, NM. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 38The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Rio Rancho, NM. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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.
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.
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.
The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho Life Plan Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Rio Rancho (Vista Hills)
72
Facility 72
NM AVG 68
Rank #61 / 141
No
8
Facility 8
NM AVG 48
Rank #176 / 186
1 Bed / 2 Bed 37.5% -Sharon InoueHaverland Carter Lifestyle Group19
6
Facility 6
NM AVG 4
Rank #64 / 82
12
Facility 12
NM AVG 5.3
Rank #74 / 82
51
Facility 51
NM AVG 30
Rank #68 / 82
2.7
Facility 2.7
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #47 / 82
Hummingbird Assisted Living
AL
MC
Rio Rancho (Los Pinons)
10
Facility 10
NM AVG 68
Rank #130 / 141
No----Christopher AbeytaHummingbird Assisted Living1
0
Facility 0
NM AVG 4
Rank #1 / 82
1
Facility 1
NM AVG 5.3
Rank #2 / 82
2
Facility 2
NM AVG 30
Rank #4 / 82
2.0
Facility 2.0
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #35 / 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% -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
BeeHive Homes of Rio Rancho II
AL
MC
RC
Rio Rancho
16
Facility 16
NM AVG 68
Rank #102 / 141
Yes
7
Facility 7
NM AVG 48
Rank #180 / 186
Private / Shared Rooms 68.8% -Megan SmithRio Hive LLC14
9
Facility 9
NM AVG 4
Rank #77 / 82
8
Facility 8
NM AVG 5.3
Rank #61 / 82
55
Facility 55
NM AVG 30
Rank #70 / 82
3.9
Facility 3.9
NM AVG 2.7
Rank #63 / 82
MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch
AL
MC
RC
Rio Rancho (Golf Course Corridor)
94
Facility 94
NM AVG 68
Rank #43 / 141
Yes
16
Facility 16
NM AVG 48
Rank #163 / 186
Suite-A+Patricia FarisAg-Cd Rio Rancho Owner, LLC-----

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every NM community we track that reports that metric, not just the 15 analyzed for Rio Rancho.

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Overview of The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho Life Plan Community

The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, envisions a vibrant independent living community where seniors can embrace diverse living options tailored to their evolving needs. Committed to providing comprehensive care, the community offers specialized independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care services within a unified campus. Their mission is to create a supportive haven, ensuring residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle, receive necessary assistance, or access specialized care, fostering a thriving environment for all.

Apartments at The Neighborhood are thoughtfully designed and equipped with modern independent living amenities such as kitchens, washers and dryers, patios or balconies, internet and cable access, and emergency call systems, promoting comfort and peace of mind. Residents can bask in the community’s scenic beauty while indulging in various amenities, including a library, dog park, swimming pool, gardening area, chapel, fitness center, and beauty and barber shop. For those with dementia, secure outdoor spaces are provided, allowing them to wander freely in a safe environment.

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Overview of Hummingbird Assisted Living

Hummingbird Assisted Living operates a 10-bed residential care home in the Los Pinons neighborhood of Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Locally operated in Sandoval County under administrator Christopher Abeyta, the single-story house provides an alternative to large, institutional senior campuses. The small scale of the building allows the staff to monitor a limited number of residents in a residential neighborhood layout.

The surrounding community is car-dependent, holding a walkability score of zero out of 100, which means staff, residents, and visitors require a vehicle for all outside errands. Daily services center on non-medical assisted living routines, including shared meals, laundry service, social activities, and personal care help.

Routine regulatory inspections by the New Mexico Department of Health have focused on administrative recordkeeping, such as admission paperwork and specialized staff training logs. State records indicate zero complaints have been substantiated or investigated against this location.

Prospective residents can call the home directly to inquire about current room vacancies and monthly rates.

Contact Hummingbird Assisted Living

Haven Care Dogwood

4014 St Andrews Dr Se, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Overview of Haven Care Dogwood

Haven Care Dogwood is an assisted living community in Rio Rancho, NM, offering personal care and memory care. Fostering comfort and healing, the community ensures older adults are treated like family throughout their stay. Meal planning, household services, and 24-hour supervision are among the exceptional services provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Along with a high resident-to-caregiver ratio, personalized care plans are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Gardening, light exercises, and social events provide residents with more opportunities to explore hobbies and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can also rest and focus on their wellness, as spacious outdoors and comfortable gathering areas are available. Located in the residential area of Rio Rancho, near restaurants and shops, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This assisted living community has exceptional standards of care, making it a good choice for senior living in New Mexico.

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Overview of BeeHive Homes of Rio Rancho II

A blissful community set in the sunny Chessman Drive NE, Rio Rancho, NM, BeeHive Homes of Rio Rancho 2 offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Here, residents receive the utmost care and assistance for their special needs with a compassionate and highly trained team available around the clock. The community also strives to provide the highest quality of life with dedicated services and purposely designed accommodations.

Enrich your retirement with new learnings and various experiences through a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs. Indulge in delicious and nutritious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences for a satisfactory dining experience. Live without hassles in your later years with a dependable community that provides genuine care and welcoming amenities for your welfare.

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Overview of MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Rio Ranch

MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque community is dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and inviting setting for senior citizens. The community is meticulously planned to deliver a warm, comfortable, and compassionately home-like ambiance, complete with an array of luxurious amenities and personalized services that meet the distinct preferences and requirements of every resident. The diverse range of lifestyle options, such as independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care, is thoughtfully designed to address the particular physical, emotional, and social necessities of each individual resident with utmost care and attention to detail.

The staff members are dedicated to providing personalized care and attention to each resident, treating them with the utmost respect, dignity, and kindness. From medication management to personal care support, meal preparation, and transportation, the care services offered at MorningStar are designed to ensure that seniors feel safe and comfortable in their new homes. The community also provides wellness programs, fitness classes, and health services to promote residents’ physical and mental well-being, creating an environment that encourages a fulfilling and happy life.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Rio Rancho, NM

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in New Mexico?

Assisted living in New Mexico supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New Mexico?

Assisted living in New Mexico is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does New Mexico Medicaid cover assisted living?

New Mexico Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including New Mexico) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 15 assisted living facilities in Rio Rancho, NM. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Rio Rancho, NM?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Rio Rancho, NM, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Rio Rancho, NM?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.