Las Estancias

    3620 Las Estancias Dr, Albuquerque, NM, 87121
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    3.0

    Beautiful building but care inconsistent

    I had a mixed experience. The building is beautiful and clean, and many therapists, nurses, and CNAs were caring, attentive, and excellent (PT/OT saved my mom); staff often went above and beyond. However care was inconsistent - communication and management lapses, rude or unavailable staff, lost laundry, meal/medication/oxygen/hygiene and safety concerns were real - so I'd use caution and stay closely involved.

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    3.67 · 127 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.6
    • Staff

      3.7
    • Meals

      3.8
    • Amenities

      4.3
    • Value

      2.0

    Pros

    • Many caring, attentive nurses and CNAs
    • Strong, effective physical and occupational therapy (PT/OT)
    • Clean, new, well-maintained facility and rooms
    • Private rooms and roomy bathrooms
    • Engaging activities and recreation (Bingo, movies, car shows, dances)
    • On-site amenities (beauty salon/barber, movie theater, Starbucks sign/area)
    • Homestyle / generally good dining options
    • Helpful, friendly front-desk and admissions staff at times
    • Good housekeeping and frequent room cleaning reported by some
    • Efficient wound care and hospice support in some cases
    • Transportation to medical appointments
    • Some strong, visible leadership and responsive administrators
    • Comforting, family-like atmosphere reported by many families
    • Successful rehabilitations and positive discharge outcomes
    • Accessible therapy equipment and well-laid out facility
    • Prompt responses and personalized care reported in many reviews
    • Clean common areas and attractive building design
    • Flexible visitor/pet policies in some cases
    • Positive, proactive admissions and thorough needs assessments
    • Many staff who go above-and-beyond and create rapport with residents

    Cons

    • Reports of neglectful personal hygiene (not bathed, not groomed)
    • Serious safety incidents and falls with delayed reporting
    • Medication mismanagement and dosing/administration errors
    • Inconsistent quality of care across staff and shifts
    • Poor communication with families and lack of follow-up
    • Understaffing and high staff turnover concerns
    • Unresponsive call lights and delayed nurse/CNA responses
    • Belongings lost, missing laundry, and privacy/inventory issues
    • Allegations of cover-ups, lying in records, and unaddressed complaints
    • Security concerns (unlocked doors, unsafe after-hours)
    • Incidents of rude, yelling, or unprofessional staff behavior
    • Hygiene problems (oxygen left on floor, dirty sheets reported)
    • Inconsistent dining service and diabetic meal management issues
    • Administrative inaction on filed complaints and APS involvement
    • Reports of infections acquired at facility (UTI, E. coli)
    • Inadequate fall-risk management (removed bracelets, missing signage)
    • Delays or failures in providing medical treatment and diagnostics
    • Alleged wrongful accusations against residents (drug screening/custody)
    • Claims that facility functions more like an adult boarding home than SNF
    • Instances of severe outcomes (fracture, worsened condition, death)

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in these reviews is highly mixed and polarized: a substantial number of families and residents report excellent care, compassionate staff, strong therapy outcomes, and an attractive, well-maintained facility; yet a significant subset of reviews describe serious safety, hygiene, communication, and management failures. The pattern suggests highly variable performance depending on staff, shift, or department — pockets of strong clinical and rehabilitative care coexist with alarming reports of neglect and safety incidents.

    Care quality and therapy are frequent strengths. Many reviewers credit skilled PT/OT teams with meaningful recovery and improved function; several write that therapy 'saved my life' or restored independence. Numerous comments highlight caring nurses, attentive CNAs, and staff who go above and beyond: personalized attention, wound care, hospice support, frequent repositioning to avoid bedsores, and attentive end-of-life care were all noted. Administrators, admissions personnel, and specific staff members receive repeated praise for effective communication and proactive problem resolution in many accounts.

    At the same time, more than a few reviews describe severe lapses in basic nursing care and safety. Multiple reports allege residents were not bathed, groomed, or assisted with toileting, in one case left sitting in urine and feces. Serious falls and injuries (including reports of fractured hips and ribs) are described, with allegations of delayed reporting or missed diagnoses. Specific fall-risk management failures are cited (e.g., removal of a fall-risk bracelet and missing door signage). There are also accounts of oxygen equipment and tubing left in unsafe positions, feeding and medication errors, and failure to provide or properly manage medical devices (PICC lines, feeding tubes). A small but impactful subset of reviews reports infections acquired at the facility (UTI, E. coli) and even allegations of death or severe deterioration tied to facility care.

    Communication, responsiveness, and management follow-through are recurring problem areas. Many reviewers describe unreturned calls, no follow-up on filed complaints, and unhelpful or defensive management. Some families say social workers did not follow up and that complaints to higher authorities produced no action. Conversely, other reviewers praise specific administrators and social workers for proactive communication. This divergence points toward inconsistent administrative performance: when leadership is engaged and communicative, families report trust and satisfaction; when they are not, families report feeling ignored and powerless.

    Staffing, professionalism, and culture show large variance. Multiple commenters describe understaffing (e.g., one nurse covering many rooms), CNAs who are rude or inattentive, staff on cell phones, and incidents of yelling or condescending behavior. Conversely, many reviews praise compassionate, patient, and friendly aides and nurses who create a family-like atmosphere. Reports of high staff turnover, CNAs leaving, and concerns about staff retention appear alongside testimonials of long-term, standout staff members. There are also allegations suggesting a profit-driven culture that may deprioritize care in favor of cost control; other reviewers dispute this and suspect disgruntled former employees post negative reviews.

    Facility, amenities, dining, and activities receive generally positive remarks but with exceptions. The building, rooms, and common areas are frequently described as clean, modern, and well laid-out; private rooms, roomy bathrooms, a beauty shop, theater, recreation spaces, and an on-site coffee area are cited as positives. Dining is often called homestyle and well-liked, though some reviews complain about poor food at times and inconsistent diabetic meal management. Activities such as bingo, movies, dances, and outings are listed as enhancing residents' quality of life in many accounts.

    Security, privacy, and personal belongings are important areas of concern. Several reviews note lost clothing and laundry problems; others describe alleged unauthorized searches of personal effects, drug-screening incidents, and accusations leveled against residents. There are also worrying safety-related comments about unlocked doors and lack of after-hours security. These reports, though not universal, raise significant red flags about resident dignity, confidentiality, and physical safety.

    In summary, the review corpus paints a facility with many clear strengths — strong rehabilitation services, compassionate staff members, a clean and attractive physical plant, and meaningful activities — but also with recurring and serious concerns about consistency of care, staffing adequacy, safety protocols, hygiene, medication and medical-device management, communication, and management responsiveness. For prospective residents or families, the most practical implication is to verify current staffing levels and turnover, ask for specifics on fall prevention and hygiene protocols, confirm how complaints are handled and escalated, review incident reporting practices, and try to identify whether praised staff members or leaders are still in place. The mixed nature of feedback suggests that individual experiences can differ dramatically depending on timing, specific caregivers, and which subsystems (therapy, nursing, administration) are performing well on a given day.

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    About Las Estancias

    The Rio At Las Estancias is a senior living provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico that focuses on delivering skilled nursing care and short-term rehabilitation services in a supportive and welcoming environment. This community is tailored to meet the needs of seniors who require assistance with daily activities or those recovering from illness or surgery, offering a blend of medical care, rehabilitation therapies, and daily living support. The aim is to foster independence and improve the overall quality of life for its residents, whether they are staying for a shorter rehabilitation period or needing longer-term care.

    Residents at The Rio At Las Estancias benefit from a thoughtfully designed living environment, featuring private and semi-private rooms that are clean, spacious, and equipped to provide both comfort and convenience. The facility is modern and well-maintained, with a layout that allows for easy navigation and accessibility. To enrich daily life, there are a range of amenities including outdoor common areas that allow for fresh air and sunshine, a beautifully appointed dining area with meal options for different dietary needs, and communal spaces designed for both relaxation and socialization.

    The community offers a comprehensive array of services to support residents’ medical, personal, and therapeutic needs. Skilled nurses are present to provide ongoing care and medical assistance, supported by a dedicated team of physical, occupational, and rehabilitation therapists. Specialized diabetic care is available, as well as wound care and therapy services to aid residents in regaining strength and independence. For those needing additional help, mobility and wheelchair assistance are provided, along with personal care services that ensure each resident is comfortable and well-attended.

    To promote engagement, well-being, and quality of life, The Rio At Las Estancias features a dynamic calendar of organized activities and events. Residents can participate in group games, entertainment activities, and exercise or wellness programs designed to keep them active and socially connected. On top of daily activities, amenities such as an on-site salon allow for personal grooming and relaxation, while fitness facilities are stocked with the necessary equipment for rehabilitation and physical wellness.

    Dining at The Rio At Las Estancias is a social and enjoyable experience, with communal dining options available in a welcoming restaurant-style setting. The culinary team provides a variety of nutritious meals catered to residents’ preferences and dietary requirements. Other conveniences include access to a lounge area for visiting with loved ones, opportunities to grab a cup of coffee, and comfortable spaces for both quiet reflection and vibrant social interaction.

    The Rio At Las Estancias is dedicated to maintaining a warm, caring, and professional atmosphere where residents and their families can feel at ease. The staff—from administration to nursing, therapy, food service, maintenance, and housekeeping—work together to go above and beyond in meeting the physical, emotional, and social needs of each individual. The overall goal is to create a true sense of home, where compassionate care, safety, and community are always at the forefront of daily life.

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