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Memory care in Rio Rancho offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Rio Rancho is about $4,833 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 10 communities, read 412 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Fairwinds - Rio Rancho
88 Photos available
9.9
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97 reviews
9.9
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97 reviews
5 star
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It was the most cheerful experience we had meaning the tour. I would recommend it to them based upon n friendliness and mainly an employee named {name removed] She is the best, and very helpful to me.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Fairwinds - Rio Rancho offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are proud to be managed by Leisure Care who leads the industry in the development and management of elegant retirement communities that are all about Five-Star Fun. At Fairwinds - Rio...
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Photo of Avamere at Rio Rancho
77 Photos available
8.4
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76 reviews
8.4
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76 reviews
5 star
34%
4 star
40%
3 star
14%
2 star
9%
1 star
3%
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The staff treat my mom with compassion and respect. The building feels like someone's home, not sterile or clinical. Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend this community to other families...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Avamere at Rio Rancho offers residents the full spectrum of senior living options including independent, assisted living and a secure memory care community. Located on Albuquerque's west side, close to both Cottonwood mall and scenic Corrales, we are conveniently located near Presbyterian Rust,...
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Photo of Life Spire
11 Photo available
8.0
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8 reviews
8.0
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8 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
25%
3 star
0%
2 star
13%
1 star
13%
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They do what the others SAY they will do!! FOOD YES! CARE YES! Engaged with residents YES! WE found Lifespire after my wife ENDURED 14 months at another institution in Albuquerque where the care was very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Life Spire has been in business for over 6 years. We provide a warm and homelike atmosphere within a secured setting. We started our line of work by assisting adults and children with disabilities to live at home and be active in the community. Our strong commitment to our mission lead the phone...
Photo of Palmilla Senior Living
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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154 reviews
9.3
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154 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
22%
3 star
5%
2 star
3%
1 star
6%
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I moved my mother into Palmilla Senior living facility in assisted-living with a level 1 care and medication management in June 2024. She was previously in an independent living facility out of state with a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Palmilla Senior Living puts premium independent senior living within your reach. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Alzheimer's and Memory Care in Albuquerque, New Mexico. All of our living options stress independence and autonomy, providing the assistance you need to live...
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22 Photos available
9.3
Review score
34 reviews
9.3
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34 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
29%
3 star
12%
2 star
0%
1 star
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The Village at Alameda is a very nice place. Mom and Dad really like it. The food is good. The staff is great. The place is clean. They keep the apartments clean. If extra cleaning is needed, it is taken...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Village at Alameda is and assisted living community located in Albuquerque, NM. Absolutely breathtaking to behold, this assisted living community has a look to it that draws the eye, and it commands attention. This community offers access to area attractions and to the natural beauty that...
Photo of MorningStar of Rio Rancho
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.5
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20 reviews
7.5
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20 reviews
5 star
30%
4 star
25%
3 star
20%
2 star
10%
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Overall, MorningStar has been a good choice for Mom, but I can see where some improvements need to be made. For example, it would be nice if they provided some evening activities occasionally as that is when...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Neighborhood in Rio Rancho Community
1111 Photos available
5 star
69%
4 star
19%
3 star
6%
2 star
0%
1 star
6%
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The meals at the Neighborhood are tasty and varied. Between the dining room and the Bistro, there is always something which is appealing. I would like to give a shout out to the wait staff. They are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Supportive Care at The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho is a Premier Full Service Health Care Community where extra support is available at one location. There is no entry fee or long term contract to move directly into Supportive Care at The Neighborhood in Rio Ranchoand features both private studio...
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Photo of Casa de Rosa Assisted Living
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5 star
0%
4 star
57%
3 star
43%
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For my parents, they have a little apartment outside the main property, so the staff has been very accommodating to them for that and I would rate the cleanliness of that higher than the building of the main...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Casa de Rosa Assisted Living is a gorgeous assisted living community situated in the picturesque Albuquerque, New Mexico. Nestled in expansive grounds complete with local plant life and wildlife, Casa de Rosa offers all the best that the New Mexico landscape has to offer. The dry climate leaves...
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of memory care in Rio Rancho, NM

The average cost of senior living in Rio Rancho is $4,833 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Los Cerrillos, NM with an average of $4,606 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Rio Rancho, NM vs. nearby cities

Rio Rancho, NM
$4,833/mo
$4,833/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Rio Rancho, NM vs. the state and national average

Rio Rancho, NM
$4,833/mo
U.S. national average
$4,986/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Rio Rancho vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,833/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Rio Rancho, NM by room type

Semi-Private
$4,104/mo
Studio
$4,509/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,893/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,331/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,040/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Rio Rancho over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Rio Rancho

Recent reviews for memory care in Rio Rancho

Westwind House Assisted Living in Albuquerque, NM

4.5
My mom is eating the meal. It is not like home cooking but I think it is good. The staff are good people who help out very well. I am pleased that she is getting taken care of.The staff assist with her ADL and there has been no problems. A Place For Mom helped us find this community. They are ...
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Sandia Senior Suites in Albuquerque, NM

4.5
My husband is going through a transitional phase after a fall. The staff are doing their absolute best to make him comfortable and provide good care to him. The staff communicate with me very well and even told me that I can call my husband anytime I want. My husband also receives care from a ...
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The Montebello on Academy in Albuquerque, NM

5.0
Everyone we meet has been friendly and helpful It's a beautiful facility and grounds Convenient to shopping The corner 2 bedrooms are spacious Other two bedroom good Didn't look at one bedroom Assisted living area was also nice

Rio Rancho review score based on 70 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 70 reviews of 10 Rio Rancho memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rio Rancho review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Rio Rancho review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Rio Rancho, NM10 facilities
8.4
Corrales, NM28 facilities
8.4
Edith Endave, NM37 facilities

Review subcategories for Rio Rancho memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 70 reviews of 10 Rio Rancho memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Rio Rancho resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Rio Rancho, NM averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Rio Rancho memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rio Rancho memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rio Rancho, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Rio Rancho memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Rio Rancho that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rio Rancho, NMNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
72.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rio Rancho memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Rio Rancho Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rio Rancho, NMNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rio Rancho memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Rio Rancho partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rio Rancho, NMNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
50%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Rio Rancho memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Rio Rancho communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rio Rancho, NMNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
39.7%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rio Rancho memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Rio Rancho offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rio Rancho, NMNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
28.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70%
51.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
70%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
70%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
30%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Fairwinds - Rio Rancho, Morada Quintessence and Brookdale Valencia are the top-rated memory care facilities near Rio Rancho, New Mexico. See full list of communities.

There are 10 memory care facilities near Rio Rancho, New Mexico. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is Morada Quintessence. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 10 memory care facilities near you in Rio Rancho, New Mexico typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Rio Rancho, New Mexico ranges from $1550 to $50000. The average Memory Care cost in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is $4,833. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Rio Rancho, New Mexico typically starts at $1550. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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