Senior Living Expo returns to Rio Rancho next week

RIO RANCHO — The Senior Living Expo Event is returning to the Rio Rancho Events Center from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 16.

The event, a partner event between the Rio Rancho Observer and the Albuquerque Journal, covers all areas of 55-plus citizen needs from medical, hearing and vision to automobiles and insurance.

“Seniors can get all the information they need for different stages of life, practical and fun, in one place,” said Susan Saunier, senior advertising consultant for the Albuquerque Journal and Rio Rancho Observer.

The first expo was held in 2019 at the Albuquerque Journal Center. The expo last year was the first to occur since the pandemic and the first that took place in Rio Rancho.

The free, one-day expo will feature vendor booths, speakers and all-day entertainment. People will see some familiar brands and faces throughout the day, according to Saunier. Some of the larger vendors include AARP, KDSK Radio, Perfection Honda and Presbyterian Health Services, to name a few.

Presbyterian will also be a featured speaker at the event. The Neighborhood, Juliet Eye Care, Sandia Area Federal Credit Union, City of Albuquerque Senior Affairs and more will also speak.

There will be a focus on senior living, from independent to assisted living, as well as care for seniors reaching the end of their life. The event will also look into memory care, which is a growing issue in the United States.

“The 2025 Senior Expo is all about bringing our community together to celebrate and support our senior population,” said Wayne Barnard, advertising director for the Albuquerque Journal and Rio Rancho Observer said.

“With more than 32 vendors offering goods and services tailored to seniors, it’s a great opportunity for attendees to connect with helpful resources, enjoy some fun and spend quality time with family and friends.”

In addition to the vendors, both the Rio Rancho Observer and Albuquerque Journal will have tables where attendees can learn about subscription services, both digital and print.

Saunier, who identifies as a senior herself, and other hosts look forward to the popular event.

“We enjoy meeting the seniors and providing information while having a great day out,” she said.

Attendees will have access to games, prizes, concessions and more.

The events center is located at 3001 Civic Center Circle NE in Rio Rancho, near Sandoval Regional Medical Center and Rio Rancho City Hall.

“We invite everyone to join us at the Rio Rancho Events Center on Wednesday, April 16, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.,” Barnard said. “The concession stand will be open, and there’s something for everyone!”