Home Health Aides in Corrales, NM
Trained help with personal care, mobility and daily routines at home, hired privately or through a Medicare-certified agency. Post what you need in Corrales for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Home Health Aides in Corrales, NM: the local picture
18 Medicare-certified home health agencies list Corrales ZIP codes in their service area; the highest-rated are below, and 5 of those list home health aide services. Agency aides are usually part of care a doctor orders. For help beyond those visits, families hire an aide directly.
Home health and personal care aides in New Mexico earn a median $13.71 an hour (BLS, May 2025), with the middle half between $12.97 and $14.77.
Corrales has about 3,209 residents aged 65 or older, 28% of whom report a disability.
Corrales compared with Sandoval County and New Mexico
| Census figure | Corrales | Sandoval County | New Mexico |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 28% | 35% | 38% |
| Residents 65 or older | 38% | 20% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.2% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 18% | 22% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.0% | 9.0% | 13% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 15% | 24% | 31% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $79,558 | $65,791 | — |
Older residents in towns around Corrales
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Valley, NM | 4.6 mi | 2,520 | 34% |
| Paradise Hills, NM | 5.1 mi | 1,294 | 26% |
| Rio Rancho, NM | 5.1 mi | 19,109 | 33% |
| Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM | 5.5 mi | 1,340 | 37% |
| Bernalillo, NM | 6.5 mi | 2,293 | 42% |
| Sandia Heights, NM | 9.0 mi | 1,462 | 24% |
Medicare-certified home health agencies serving Corrales
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enhabit Home Health | Albuquerque, NM | 4.6 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (505) 563-4005 |
| Ambercare Home Health | Belen, NM | 41 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (505) 861-0060 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Albuquerque, NM | 7.0 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (505) 345-3754 |
| Luna Vista Home Healthcare, LLC | Albuquerque, NM | 8.0 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (505) 440-8316 |
| Roadrunner Home Health LLC | Corrales, NM | 0.6 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (505) 737-8213 |
| Compassus Home Health Albuquerque NM | Albuquerque, NM | 7.0 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (505) 881-0425 |
| Presbyterian Home Healthcare | Albuquerque, NM | 9.3 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (505) 559-1000 |
| Osalta Home Health LLC | Albuquerque, NM | 9.3 mi | 3.5 of 5 | — | (505) 717-1324 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Corrales. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a home health aide can help with
- Bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting
- Transfers, walking and positioning
- Meals and help with eating
- Medication reminders
What home health aides costs in Corrales
At the New Mexico median aide wage of $13.71 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,188 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $6,630 monthly median income of Corrales households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Mexico's minimum wage is $12.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
What to know before hiring a home health aide
Federal rules require home health aides who work for Medicare-certified agencies to complete at least 75 hours of training, including 16 hours of supervised practical training, or pass a competency evaluation (42 CFR 484.80). Many states add their own requirements.
Questions worth asking: Where did you train, and can I see the certificate? Have you worked for a home health agency? Which transfers and equipment are you trained on? More in our home health aides guide.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Home Health Aides in Corrales: common questions
Which home health agencies serve Corrales?
Medicare lists 18 certified agencies whose service area includes Corrales ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Enhabit Home Health (4.5 of 5), Ambercare Home Health (4.5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does home health aides cost in Corrales?
At the New Mexico median aide wage of $13.71 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,188 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $6,630 monthly median income of Corrales households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Mexico's minimum wage is $12.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
What is the difference between a home health aide and a CNA?
Both are trained in personal care. A certified nursing assistant (CNA) has passed a state exam and is on the state nurse aide registry, and often works in nursing homes and hospitals. A home health aide is trained for care in the home. Neither does skilled nursing.
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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