Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Fairwinds - Rio Rancho
920 Riverview Dr SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
- Location
- Rio Rancho, NM
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About this community
Fairwinds - Rio Rancho offers independent living and assisted living in a residential part of Rio Rancho, northeast of Albuquerque. Independent living is apartment-based and intended for older adults who want an active community without care services. Assisted living is a separate care setting, with support that can include medication management, mobility services and help with daily activities.
Care & daily life
These care categories are listed for Fairwinds - Rio Rancho. Confirm the specific services, staffing and suitability directly with the community.
Assisted Living
Housing with support for everyday activities; exact services require confirmation.
About this care categoryIndependent Living
Senior-oriented housing for people living independently who want community conveniences.
About this care categoryA closer look at the community
Explore the published details below. Confirm current arrangements and individual needs with Fairwinds - Rio Rancho.
Care & support
Assisted-living support also includes care coordination, dressing, personal appearance and hygiene assistance, bathing and showering, and continence support.
The assisted-living service list includes a daily check-in system and 24-hour awake staff.
Rooms & living spaces
Apartment options include studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom homes. Listed features include fully equipped kitchens, walk-in closets, individually controlled heating and built-in emergency communication systems.
Select apartments have patios or balconies. Other listed features include safety-designed bathrooms, a washer and dryer, and pet-friendly living subject to breed and size restrictions.
Everyday life
Transportation services are listed among the community amenities. Contact Fairwinds for current destinations and ride scheduling.
Dining & meals
An in-house chef prepares seasonal menus with fresh, local ingredients and can accommodate special dietary concerns.
The bistro serves cocktails, low-acid trücup coffee and snacks between meals, with regular happy hours.
Activities & connection
The community lists a daily activities calendar, PrimeFit Wellness, BrainHQ, Travel by Leisure Care and volunteer opportunities.
Independent-living examples include day trips to Santa Fe or Balloon Fiesta, high tea in an English-style tea room, language learning with Rosetta Stone and sessions with a personal trainer.
Shared spaces & amenities
Indoor amenities include a theater, salon and barbershop, fitness center, activity and games room, library, billiards room and bocce ball court.
Outdoor and shared spaces include an enclosed courtyard, walking paths, outdoor seating, gardens, a large-group gathering space, covered parking and private mailboxes. Common-area Wi-Fi is also listed.
Location & getting around
Fairwinds is in residential Rio Rancho, northeast of Albuquerque, off 528 and minutes from I-40 and I-25. Balloon Fiesta Park is described as about four miles away.
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Community FAQs
These answers summarize published source information. Confirm what matters for your situation directly.
How are assisted-living service charges determined?
Assisted-living charges are in addition to monthly fees and are based on an assessment of individual needs and preferences. Staff evaluate the assisted-living services provided regularly; contact Fairwinds for current rates.
Can relatives stay overnight or share a meal?
Guest suites and a private dining room are listed among the community amenities. Contact Fairwinds for current guest-suite arrangements and details about using the dining room.
Before you decide
Use these questions when you contact Fairwinds - Rio Rancho. They are conversation starters, not claims about what this community offers.
Rooms & accessibility
Which room or suite options are available? Can we see the bathroom, entrances and shared spaces to check whether they meet our accessibility needs?
Dining & everyday life
What meals and dietary options are offered? May we see a current activity schedule and ask how residents choose what to take part in?
Support as needs change
What support is included, who provides it and when? What happens if a resident needs more help than the community can provide?
Costs & moving in
Can we get an itemized quote, including fees and optional services? Is there a waiting list, and what assessments or agreements are needed before moving in?