Welcome to MorningStar of Rio Rancho, an assisted living community located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. In addition to assisted living, MorningStar of Rio Rancho also offers memory care at this location.

Welcome to MorningStar of Rio Rancho, a highly-rated community offering long-term housing and personal care in sunny Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

MorningStar of Rio offers luxury assisted living and memory care, complete with services and amenities like: 

• Life enrichment activities
• Pet services (for an additional fee)
• Utilities
• Common areas and social spaces
• Happy Hour weekly
• Scheduled transportation services
• Fax and copy services
• Cable TV access
• Three chef-prepared meals served daily
• Housekeeping services 
• On-site fitness center
• Movie screenings

During their stay at MorningStar, residents enjoy chef-prepared meals in the community’s restaurant-style dining room with their friends and peers. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are available daily, helping residents meet their daily nutritional needs without preparing meals at home. 

Various recipes are available daily, with personalized options available for residents who need tailored meals and prescription diets.

Residents get access to scheduled transportation services with their monthly fee, taking the stress out of seeing doctors and running errands while they call MorningStar home. If residents drive their own vehicles, they are welcome to park on-site.

Located near Albuquerque, Rio Rancho offers easy access to city resources while maintaining a ‘small town’ personality. During their stay at MorningStar of Rio Rancho, residents are just minutes away from health care, shopping, and more, making it easy to run errands and see doctors. 

Rio Rancho offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountainous, Southwestern landscapes, with dozens of outdoor points of interest in the area. Popular places to visit near MorningStar include: 

• Petroglyph National Monument
• Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel
• Casa Rondena Winery
• Coronado Historic Site
• West Mesa

Helping residents thrive through hands-on engagement is part of MorningStar’s commitment to care, offering ongoing chances for fun and entertainment through the community’s life enrichment schedule.

Each morning, afternoon, and evening, residents are invited to participate in group activities and social events with their peers, fostering a vibrant atmosphere where neighbors become friends. In the past, popular events at MorningStar have included: 

• Resident clubs
• Current events discussions
• Holiday parties
• Arts and crafts
• Watching movies
• Lifelong learning opportunities
• Group outings
• Devotional services

When an incoming resident starts their journey toward retirement living at MorningStar, the community’s staff members are happy to assist with finding an apartment and level of care. The community offers various units for families to consider before moving in, including: 

• Studio units
• One-bedroom, one-bathroom units
• Two-bedroom, two-bathroom units

Each unit is equipped with state-of-the-art amenities to help residents feel more comfortable and secure during their stay, including: 

• Fully-equipped, accessible bathrooms
• Emergency call systems
• Basic cable access
• Private heating and air conditioning control 
• Weekly housekeeping

At MorningStar of Rio Rancho, residents get access to all-inclusive, maintenance-free living that’s tailored to their needs as individuals. Staff members go above and beyond to help residents feel safe and secure during their stay, making MorningStar of Rio Rancho a safe and vibrant atmosphere that encourages healthy, active lifestyles. 

According to online reviews, families say they loved their experience with MorningStar of Rio Rancho because: 

• The community’s dining area is spacious and clean, creating a fun restaurant-style atmosphere
• The community’s hair salon is fully-featured and staffed with knowledgeable stylists, with many residents praising the quality of their haircuts
• Many residents say MorningStar of Rio Rancho feels like a 5-star resort
• The apartments are intelligently designed, offering enough space for residents to feel comfortable without feeling overwhelmed

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Where is MorningStar of Rio Rancho located?

MorningStar of Rio Rancho is located at: 

2301 Golf Course Rd SE

Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Q: What care services and amenities does MorningStar of Rio Rancho provide?

MorningStar of Rio Rancho’s care services are designed to help residents live their best lives with everything they need within reach, including premium amenities like: 

• Assistance with activities of daily living
• Ambulation assistance
• Salon services
• On-site beautician services
• Respite care 
• 24-hour staff availability
• Life enrichment rooms and programming
• Full-time licensed nurse on-staff
• Outpatient therapy
• Continence care
• Scheduled transportation available
• Daily dining options
• “It’s Never 2 Late” engagement technology
• Medication management and administration

To learn more about the services and amenities MorningStar of Rio Rancho provides, please use the link above to make an inquiry.

Q: What levels of care does MorningStar of Rio Rancho provide?

MorningStar of Rio Rancho offers assisted living and memory care programming. The community is not licensed to provide skilled nursing care, so residents must arrange additional services with third-party providers as necessary. 

To learn more about the levels of care MorningStar of Rio Rancho provides, please use the link above to make an inquiry.

Q: How much does MorningStar of Rio Rancho cost?

MorningStar of Rio Rancho’s monthly fees vary per resident. To get a personalized quote for the community based on an incoming resident’s care needs and housing preferences, please use the “Get Pricing” link above. 

Q: Is MorningStar of Rio Rancho pet-friendly?

MorningStar of Rio Rancho allows residents to live with their four-legged friends, as long as each cat or dog is approved by the community for compliance with the pet policy. 

To learn more, please use the link above to make an inquiry.

Q: Do the residents seem active and engaged at MorningStar of Rio Rancho?

MorningStar of Rio Rancho offers engaging, stimulating life enrichment opportunities on campus helping residents get involved with their peers and make friends. Each morning, afternoon, and evening brings new chances for crafts, hands-on learning, parties and more, creating a fun place residents love to call home. 

For more information about upcoming events at MorningStar of Rio Rancho, please use the link above to make an inquiry. 

There are 5 hospitals within 25 miles of MorningStar of Rio Rancho. The two closest hospitals are Unm Sandoval Regional Medical Center which is 6.2 miles away and Lovelace Women'S Hospital which is 7.7 miles away.

Some of the key amenities available at MorningStar of Rio Rancho are:

• Pet Friendly
• Pool
• Clubs & Communities
• Outdoor Areas
• Beauty & Barber