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Senior Living in
Rio Rancho, New Mexico

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Fairwinds – Rio Rancho offers independent living and assisted living services in Rio Rancho, just northeast of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Voted Best Independent Living by U.S. News and World Report, we deliver high-end amenities, personal concierge services, and a strong sense of community to maximize your independence. Well-being and living well come to life at Fairwinds – Rio Rancho, where connection and community inspire joy and purpose every day.

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Life at Fairwinds - Rio Rancho

Fairwinds – Rio Rancho brings hospitality-based senior living services to the high desert. The rich culture of the southwest meets unparalleled vibrancy, high-quality services, and beyond-the-body wellness that invigorates and inspires residents to embrace joy and purpose in a new age of senior living.

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The Leisure Care Difference

Today's older adults aren't wrapping up their life's journey, they're seeking a new one. And Leisure Care is here to inspire them to embrace joy and purpose in their lives. For nearly 50 years, we've been reimagining and reinventing senior living, making sure older adults have the most fulfilling, rewarding, and productive opportunities possible.

From our hospitality-based care to our signature programming, we take a beyond-the-body approach to well-being that goes beyond the basics because we know you're anything but. We're paying attention, providing new and innovative ways to help seniors rediscover, reinvigorate and occasionally even reinvent themselves.

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Amenities

  • Theater
  • Salon and Barbershop
  • Fitness Center
  • Activity & Games Room
  • Fireplace
  • Library
  • Billiards Room
  • Bocce Ball Court
  • Bistro
  • Gathering Space for Large Groups
  • Private Dining Room
  • Guest Suites
  • Private Mailboxes
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi in Common Areas
  • Enclosed Courtyard
  • Walking Paths
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Gardens
  • Transportation Services
  • Covered Parking

Programs

  • Robust Calendar of Daily Activities
  • PrimeFit Wellness
  • BrainHQ
  • Travel by Leisure Care
  • Volunteer Opportunities

Staffing

  • General Manager
  • Certified Caregivers
  • PrimeFit Group Fitness Instructor
  • Engaging Programs Staff
  • Culinary Team
  • Health and Wellness Director
  • 24-hour Awake Staff
  • Visiting Podiatrist
  • Driver
  • Housekeeping
  • Maintenance

Apartment Features

  • Spacious Studio, One-Bedroom, and Two-Bedroom Apartments
  • Patios or Balconies in Select Apartments
  • Spacious Walk-in Closets
  • Bathrooms Designed for Safety and Comfort
  • Individual Climate Controls
  • 24-hour Emergency Monitoring and Response
  • Washer and Dryer
  • Pet Friendly
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Dining

Whether you’re a green chile, red chile, or Christmas fan, our menu has something for you. Our in-house chef serves seasonal menus with fresh ingredients that fuel your adventures. For in-between meals and regular happy hours, our bistro serves cocktails, low-acid trücup coffee, and snacks.

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PrimeFit Wellness

Living well and well-being come to life at Fairwinds – Rio Rancho. Only Leisure Care communities offer PrimeFit Wellness, where wellness takes center stage and infuses every aspect of life in our community. You’ll have everything you need to show up for your life in practical ways, building connections and community daily.

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Floor Plans

We offer spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartment homes licensed for assisted living with fully equipped kitchens, walk-in closets, individually controlled heating, and built-in emergency communication systems.

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Pricing

Today's senior living offers unprecedented opportunities. One of the first questions that potential residents and families ask is how much those opportunities will cost. Our advisors are here to provide full pricing transparency into our rates and fees and help you navigate paying for senior living.

  • INDEPENDENT LIVING FROM $2,810
  • ASSISTED LIVING FROM $3,870

* Pricing is subject to change. Contact us for details. Rates include lowest level of care.

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Visit Us for a Tour

Better with age, exceptional with us!
Come and see how Fairwinds - Rio Rancho Senior Living in Rio Rancho, NM, is helping seniors rediscover (and sometimes reinvent) themselves.

Our residential community is peaceful and serene, located just northeast of the thriving city of Albuquerque. We are conveniently located off of 528, minutes away from both I-40 and I-25, and just 4 miles from the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Park. Our residents and their families enjoy peace of mind, knowing our community is near world-class medical facilities like the New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center, Lovelace Westside Hospital, HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital, and Presbyterian Healthcare Services.

Fairwinds - Rio Rancho Reviews

24 Resident and Family Reviews
4.3 out of 5(24 Comments) *
My brother has lived here almost one year now. I cannot give this place enough praise! The chef’s and baker are restaurant-level. The facility is clean and welcoming. They go out of their way to make their residents feel happy and family welcomed. Their classes are both exceptional and relevant to the likes and needs of the population. #1 pick in the area by far! - Siobhan M.
Fairwinds - Rio Rancho is an excellent place for a senior in terms of the care, love, and support given to the residents. My mother lived there for 8 years until she passed. When it was time for my Mother to move from independent living to assisted living, she was especially comforted to be staying under the same roof. She could remain where she was familiar with her surroundings, staff and keep her friends. She was always loved and cared for in the most respectful manner. The staff was quick to respond to my requests and questions concerning my Mother. They never made me feel as though I was being a nuisance. When my mother did pass, the entire staff went out of their way to accommodate and help us with any issues that presented themselves. They were also a source of emotional support during a difficult time. The staff is great and the management team is professional. I highly recommend. - Lee D.
The employees are ALL compassionate and caring and care about the residents' needs. If I were younger, I would love to work there, or even when I get to the age of possibly needing independent living or assisted living, I would choose Fairwinds-Rio Rancho in a heartbeat. I would give them a bazillion stars if possible. - Rose S.

Give The Gifts That Matter Most with Fairwinds – Rio Rancho

This holiday season, Fairwinds – Rio Rancho is proud to bring you the gift that truly matters. Through wellness, personalized care, community, convenience, value, and a sense of joy and purpose, our communities offer everything older adults need and want. Backed by Leisure Care’s nearly fifty years of experience, we’re here to reimagine what senior […]

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Leisure Care Great Place to Work® Certified For Third Consecutive Year!

Just like our residents, we get better every year. Leisure Care has been certified as a Great Place to Work® for the third year in a row. Learn more about the certification process and what makes Leisure Care such a great place to work! Great Places to Work is on a mission to help every […]

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License #5720
920 Riverview Drive Southeast, Rio Rancho, NM
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