MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Rio Rancho offers two primary levels of support: assisted living for residents who need help with day-to-day tasks and a dedicated memory care neighborhood for those living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. A physician is available for on-site visits, routine checkups, and care coordination. Residents who require diabetes monitoring receive blood-glucose checks, insulin management, and diet oversight. A speech therapist is on call to help individuals maintain or regain communication and swallowing skills, an important service for both general aging concerns and progressive cognitive conditions.
Additional medical resources are built into daily operations. Occupational and physical therapists develop personalized therapy plans, while a podiatrist and dentist provide preventive and restorative care without leaving the community. Specialized incontinence and ambulatory care address mobility and personal-care challenges, and on-site massage therapy supports pain management and circulation. Comprehensive medication management is handled by trained staff, and the environment is designed specifically to accommodate memory loss, with secured entrances and exits to prevent wandering and enhance safety.
Residential options range from suites to larger apartments. Many floor plans include kitchenettes for light meal preparation, wheelchair-accessible showers, and in-room Wi-Fi, while select units add cable or satellite TV and individually controlled air conditioning. Pets are welcome in designated residences, and communal features such as a central fireplace, piano, and multiple outdoor areas give residents varied spaces to relax. Parking is available for those who still drive. Because layouts and features vary, not every accommodation includes every amenity listed.
Meals are prepared by a professional chef and served restaurant-style, though residents may choose all-day dining for added flexibility. The culinary team can meet kosher, vegetarian, gluten-free, low- or no-sodium, and no-sugar dietary requirements. Guests are welcome to share meals with residents, and special menus are created for celebrations or holiday events.
Residents can maintain an active routine through an on-site activity center, fitness programs, and indoor and outdoor walking paths. A library and computer lounge support reading and online access, and clubs, social outings, and birthday parties encourage engagement with neighbors. Raised garden beds, happy hours, live music sessions, and a swimming pool add further variety to daily life.
