Casa de Paz is a senior assisted living community in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, dedicated to providing a compassionate and secure environment that feels just like home. The community consists of three separate locations situated within walking distance of one another. Each residence is a real home nestled in a pleasant, residential neighborhood, ensuring familiar and comfortable surroundings for every resident. The homes are private and secured, with a primary focus on serving seniors who are living with dementia or Alzheimer’s, and every aspect is designed to support these unique needs with sensitivity and respect.
A hallmark of Casa de Paz is its personalized, relationship-based care model. Maintaining a 1 to 5 staff-to-resident ratio, each home ensures attentive support for every individual, alongside specialized roles such as a Chef and an Activities Director. Every staff member is a fully trained caregiver and undergoes annual training specifically in dementia and Alzheimer’s care to keep their knowledge current. The Administrator and Director are always onsite, directly involved in resident care and actively supervising the staff, which fosters an environment of consistent, high-quality assistance. The community also supports the next generation of caregivers by welcoming externship students to work and learn alongside experienced staff.
Residents at Casa de Paz receive 24-hour assistance with everyday needs, including bathing, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and mealtime support. There is daily housekeeping and on-site laundry to ensure a clean, well-maintained environment. Each house features thoughtfully designed common spaces, including relaxing living rooms with recliners and open, accessible kitchens. Residents can enjoy beautifully landscaped backyards and patios, creating opportunities to spend time outdoors in a tranquil setting. The eat-in kitchens are equipped with large bars to accommodate wheelchair users and tables for ambulatory residents, allowing everyone to dine and socialize with comfort and dignity.
Nutrition and wellness are central to life at Casa de Paz. Meals are freshly prepared each week by the Chef, following menus reviewed and approved by a Licensed Dietitian. The focus is on using locally sourced ingredients, and fresh fruit and snacks are always available to residents. Dietary needs and preferences are carefully respected, with the staff working closely with residents’ families and physicians to ensure optimal nutrition and well-being.
A vibrant, engaging daily life is another priority for Casa de Paz. Activities are designed around residents’ interests and abilities, encouraging participation in music and singing, pet therapy, hairstyling, manicures and pedicures, reading and walking clubs, gardening, and baking. Exercise is promoted when advised by a resident’s personal physician, and there are regular celebrations of birthdays and holidays. Family and friends are welcomed at all times, fostering strong community connections and creating opportunities for shared moments and celebrations.
Casa de Paz places great importance on continuity of care, which is reflected in a very low staff turnover rate. The presence of consistent, familiar caregivers is especially critical for residents living with memory challenges, as it brings comfort and stability. Upon move-in, a skilled Nurse conducts a comprehensive assessment to create an individualized care plan for each resident, with ongoing follow-up and support. The dedicated team at Casa de Paz strives to empower employees to build meaningful bonds with residents, ensuring each person is treated like family and lives with dignity in a place they are proud to call home.
