In-Home Parkinson’s Care in El Cerro Mission, NM
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Parkinson’s Care in El Cerro Mission, NM: the local picture
341 El Cerro Mission residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (47%; 27% in Valencia County). The Census does not count Parkinson’s itself; these figures describe the kinds of help people locally need.
159 have serious difficulty remembering or concentrating (22%).
Medicare lists 20 home health agencies serving El Cerro Mission ZIP codes; when a doctor orders it, they provide skilled nursing and therapy at home.
El Cerro Mission compared with Valencia County and New Mexico
| Census figure | El Cerro Mission | Valencia County | New Mexico |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 47% | 27% | 23% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty remembering | 22% | 10% | 10% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 4.4% | 7.5% | 8.0% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 19% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 24% | 25% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 0.0% | 3.0% | 5.6% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $42,024 | $50,919 | — |
Older residents in towns around El Cerro Mission
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Cerro, NM | 3.0 mi | 907 | 12% |
| Peralta, NM | 4.7 mi | 646 | 16% |
| Meadow Lake, NM | 4.8 mi | 473 | 34% |
| Bosque Farms, NM | 6.7 mi | 906 | 27% |
| Los Chaves, NM | 7.0 mi | 1,077 | 33% |
| Los Lunas, NM | 8.5 mi | 3,556 | 23% |
Home health agencies serving El Cerro Mission
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ambercare Home Health | Belen, NM | 8.6 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (505) 861-0060 |
| Billet Home Health Inc-Albuquerque | Albuquerque, NM | 21 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (833) 224-5538 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Albuquerque, NM | 28 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (505) 563-4005 |
| Luna Vista Home Healthcare, LLC | Albuquerque, NM | 26 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (505) 440-8316 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Albuquerque, NM | 27 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (505) 345-3754 |
| Sierra Home Care | Las Cruces, NM | 171 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (575) 219-6055 |
Nursing homes near El Cerro Mission
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belen Meadows Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center | Belen, NM | 11 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (505) 864-1600 |
| Las Estancias By Pure Health | Albuquerque, NM | 18 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (505) 632-3018 |
| South Valley Care Center LLC | Albuquerque, NM | 20 mi | 5 of 5 | 58 | (505) 877-2200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of El Cerro Mission. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a caregiver experienced with Parkinson’s can help with
- Medication reminders on the schedule the doctor set
- Help walking, turning and getting up safely
- Dressing and buttons when hands are stiff or shaky
- Meals prepared the way the care team advises
What Parkinson’s care costs in El Cerro Mission
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 34% of the $3,502 monthly median income of El Cerro Mission 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 caregiver experienced with Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s disease affects more than 1.1 million people in the U.S., and nearly 90,000 are diagnosed each year, according to the Parkinson’s Foundation. Its Helpline, 1-800-473-4636, answers questions from people with Parkinson’s and their families.
Questions worth asking: Have you cared for someone with Parkinson’s? What helped most? How do you keep medication reminders exactly on time? How do you help someone who freezes while walking? More in our parkinson’s care guide.
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Parkinson’s Care in El Cerro Mission: common questions
How much does Parkinson’s care cost in El Cerro Mission?
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 34% of the $3,502 monthly median income of El Cerro Mission 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 should a Parkinson’s caregiver know?
Look for someone who has helped people with stiffness, slowness or tremor, keeps a strict routine, and knows safe transfers. Ask for a reference from a family of someone with Parkinson’s.
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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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