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The Suites Rio Vista in Rio Rancho, NM

The Suites Rio Vista is a nursing home community in Rio Rancho, NM.

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The Suites Rio Vista in Rio Rancho, NM

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with comfortable seating and a fireplace.

  • Decor

    A welcoming lobby area with seating and decor.

  • Building

    A beautifully lit building with a grand entrance at sunset.

  • Architecture

    A warmly lit gazebo at sunset with a paved pathway leading up to it.

  • Bedroom

    A well-lit hospital room featuring a single bed, wooden furniture, and a large window providing natural light.

  • Landscaping

    Aerial view of a building complex at sunset, surrounded by a residential area and open land.

  • Lighting

    A well-lit conference room with a central wooden table surrounded by chairs, artwork on the walls, and window blinds.

  • Exercise Equipment

    A spacious physical therapy room equipped with parallel bars and therapy tables.

  • Rehabilitation

    A spacious fitness center with various gym equipment and exercise areas.

2410 19Th Street, Se, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

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3.7 from 118 reviews
5 stars
65
4 stars
15
3 stars
3
2 stars
3
1 stars
32

The Suites Rio Vista Costs & Pricing

The Suites Rio Vista offers a range of accommodations with pricing reflecting both the quality of care and location within Sandoval County, New Mexico. For those considering semi-private rooms, the cost is $4,341 per month, which is notably higher than the county average of $3,802 and the state average of $3,324. Private rooms at The Suites Rio Vista are priced at $5,209 monthly, surpassing not only the local county rate of $3,889 but also slightly exceeding the state average of $4,391. While these costs may be elevated compared to surrounding options, they likely represent enhanced services and amenities that cater to residents' needs in a supportive environment.

Floor plansThe Suites Rio VistaSandoval CountyNew Mexico
Semi-Private$4,341$3,802$3,324
Private$5,209$3,889$4,391

Overall Review of The Suites Rio Vista

differentiator 11 reviews mention this

Physical and occupational therapy helps

Rehab therapy is frequently described as supportive and effective during recovery.

Many residents and families talk about PT and OT sessions that were consistent, hands-on, and focused on building strength, mobility, and confidence. Several specifically call out therapy teams as compassionate and encouraging, and describe noticeable progress from their stay. A few reviewers also note limitations in therapy time or delays, but overall therapy is one of the most repeated positives in the feedback.

common 24 reviews mention this

Staff kindness is a frequent win

Across reviews, many people describe the staff as caring and professional.

A large share of reviewers highlight kindness, responsiveness, and professionalism from nurses, CNAs, front office staff, and the kitchen team. Families also describe staff being attentive to patient needs and willing to answer questions, and some mention feeling supported from arrival through the stay. There are also critical reviews citing rudeness or poor communication, so the experience varies depending on the unit and timing.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Call lights and staffing draw complaints

Several reviews mention slow response to call lights and concerns about staffing levels.

Some reviewers say they struggled to get help when needed, including delayed responses to call buttons and times when no one came for extended periods. A few comments connect the issue to understaffing, particularly around weekends or busy periods. While other reviews describe timely assistance, these concerns come up often enough to be a recurring theme for families reading before choosing.

common 14 reviews mention this

Food quality is mixed

Dining receives both praise and criticism in resident and family feedback.

Several reviews say meals were good or met nutritional needs, and some mention the ability to access dietary alternatives. At the same time, others describe bland meals, food being served cold, missed meals, or meals arriving late. Because dining shows up in both positive and negative accounts, it may be worth asking about meal planning and daily consistency during a visit.

common 15 reviews mention this

Cleanliness shows up repeatedly

Reviews frequently comment on whether the facility and rooms feel clean.

Many reviewers describe the building as clean, neat, and well maintained, sometimes adding that housekeeping was attentive. Others are much more negative, describing odors, dirt, and pests in rooms or food. Taken together, cleanliness is a common topic with strongly contrasting experiences, suggesting it can vary and is important to verify during a tour.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 136 resident community capacity 136 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Albuquerque International (13 miles away) Albuquerque International (13 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • M'tucci's Moderno Italian Restaurant (0.2 miles)
  • Taco Cabana (0.4 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.5 miles)
  • Desert Greens Bar And Grill (1.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.7 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (2 miles)
  • Olive Garden (2.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Ted & Margaret Jorgensen Cancer Center (0.2 miles)
  • Presbyterian Interventional Cardiology & Electrophysiology in Rio Rancho at Rust Medical Center (0.3 miles)
  • Presbyterian Cardiology Clinic In Rio Rancho At Rust Medical Center (0.3 miles)
  • New Mexico Orthopedics (0.3 miles)
  • Piñon Perinatal (1 miles)
  • After Hours Pediatrics (1.1 miles)
  • Arora Madhu Unm Westside Clinic Albuquerque (1.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
  • Olive Tree Compounding Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • CVS Speciality (2.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.9 miles)
  • Satellite Coffee (3.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • First Baptist Church O (2.1 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Cinema UA Cottonwood Stadium 16 (2.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Presbyterian Pediatric Urgent Care in Rio Rancho on High Resort Boulevard (3.2 miles)
  • HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital (7.2 miles)
  • Tri Core Reference Lab (7.8 miles)

Parks

  • Montecito Estates Park (4.3 miles)
  • Petroglyph National Monument (5.5 miles)
  • Graves Park (8 miles)

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