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Located in the heart of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, Fairwinds – Rio Rancho is a premier independent and assisted living community that offers seniors a sense of belonging and comfort. Fairwinds is renowned for providing premium care services within an environment that exudes the ambiance of a luxurious resort, offering residents a retirement experience beyond their dreams.
Ideally situated, this community grants easy access to notable locations, all while providing stunning vistas of the nearby Sandia Mountains. At Fairwinds – Rio Rancho, the commitment is unwavering to nurture an environment where seniors receive professional care and personalized attention tailored to their unique needs. This community empowers residents to live out the retirement they’ve always imagined.
Higher than the New Mexico average: 78.9%Fairwinds – Rio Rancho is legally operated by Rioav, Llc., and administrated by Doralei Perea-Davis.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NM Average | vs. NM Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 50 | 30 | This facility has 67% more total deficiencies than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (50 vs. NM avg 30).↑ 67% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2007.
| 2.6 | 1.6 | This facility has 63% more deficiencies per year than a typical New Mexico assisted living residence (2.6 vs. NM avg 1.6).↑ 63% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 400 - 511 / 559 - 713 / 796 / 858 - 1061 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
1.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Rio Rancho's city center to Fairwinds – Rio Rancho's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.97 miles to nearest hospital (Lovelace Urgent Care - Rio Rancho)
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Fairwinds – Rio Rancho is located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New Mexico.
| Avamere at Rio Rancho |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Rio Rancho (Corrales Heights) | 134
Facility
134
NM AVG
69
Rank
#9 / 148 | Yes |
2
Facility
2
NM AVG
43
Rank
#186 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
80.6%
Facility
80.6%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#57 / 115 | - | Bryanne Mandel | Rio Rancho Operations, LLC | 10 | 8
Facility
8
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#104 / 114 | 10
Facility
10
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#95 / 114 | 57
Facility
57
NM AVG
30
Rank
#89 / 114 | 5.7
Facility
5.7
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#81 / 114 |
| Fairwinds – Rio Rancho |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | 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 |
| The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho Life Plan Community |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Rio Rancho (Vista Hills) | 72
Facility
72
NM AVG
69
Rank
#65 / 148 | No |
8
Facility
8
NM AVG
43
Rank
#176 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
37.5%
Facility
37.5%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#112 / 115 | - | Sharon Inoue | Haverland Carter Lifestyle Group | 19 | 6
Facility
6
NM AVG
3.8
Rank
#90 / 114 | 12
Facility
12
NM AVG
6.1
Rank
#104 / 114 | 51
Facility
51
NM AVG
30
Rank
#84 / 114 | 2.7
Facility
2.7
NM AVG
2.5
Rank
#48 / 114 |
| Buena Vista Apartments |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Rio Rancho (Tecolote) | 50
Facility
50
NM AVG
69
Rank
#76 / 148 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
NM AVG
43
Rank
#116 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
73.8%
Facility
73.8%
NM AVG
78.5%
Rank
#79 / 115 | A+ | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Rio Grande Gracious Retirement Living |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Rio Rancho (Cabezon) | - | No |
8
Facility
8
NM AVG
43
Rank
#176 / 208 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Fairwinds – Rio Rancho is in the Vista Grande neighborhood of Rio Rancho.
The legal owner and operator of Fairwinds – Rio Rancho is Rioav, Llc..
Fairwinds – Rio Rancho has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to NM state health department records, Fairwinds – Rio Rancho's license expires on May 31, 2026.
Fairwinds – Rio Rancho's occupancy is 100%.
Doralei Perea-Davis is the administrator of Fairwinds – Rio Rancho.
Fairwinds – Rio Rancho has 76 beds.
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