In-Home Parkinson’s Care in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
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Parkinson’s Care in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM: the local picture
165 Los Ranchos de Albuquerque residents 65 or older have serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs (12%; 23% in Bernalillo County). The Census does not count Parkinson’s itself; these figures describe the kinds of help people locally need.
110 have serious difficulty remembering or concentrating (8.2%).
Medicare lists 21 home health agencies serving Los Ranchos de Albuquerque ZIP codes; when a doctor orders it, they provide skilled nursing and therapy at home.
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque compared with Bernalillo County and New Mexico
| Census figure | Los Ranchos de Albuquerque | Bernalillo County | New Mexico |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 12% | 23% | 23% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty remembering | 8.2% | 9.4% | 10% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 3.1% | 8.0% | 8.0% |
| Residents 65 or older | 23% | 18% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 28% | 33% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.6% | 6.4% | 5.6% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $57,614 | $56,582 | — |
Older residents in towns around Los Ranchos de Albuquerque
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Walking difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Valley, NM | 1.5 mi | 2,520 | 21% |
| Albuquerque, NM | 4.0 mi | 99,291 | 23% |
| Paradise Hills, NM | 4.1 mi | 1,294 | 18% |
| Corrales, NM | 5.5 mi | 3,209 | 15% |
| Sandia Heights, NM | 8.9 mi | 1,462 | 15% |
| Rio Rancho, NM | 9.0 mi | 19,109 | 21% |
Home health agencies serving Los Ranchos de Albuquerque
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enhabit Home Health | Albuquerque, NM | 2.7 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (505) 563-4005 |
| Billet Home Health Inc-Albuquerque | Albuquerque, NM | 7.4 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (833) 224-5538 |
| Ambercare Home Health | Belen, NM | 35 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (505) 861-0060 |
| Luna Vista Home Healthcare, LLC | Albuquerque, NM | 3.6 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 | 4.4 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (505) 345-3754 |
| Compassus Home Health Albuquerque NM | Albuquerque, NM | 4.4 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (505) 881-0425 |
Nursing homes near Los Ranchos de Albuquerque
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spanish Trails Wellness & Rehabilitation | Albuquerque, NM | 2.6 mi | 3 of 5 | 134 | (505) 600-4800 |
| Fiesta Park Wellness & Rehabilitation | Albuquerque, NM | 3.1 mi | 2 of 5 | 105 | (505) 998-1551 |
| The Rehabilitation Center Of Albuquerque | Albuquerque, NM | 3.2 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (505) 822-6000 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque. 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 Los Ranchos de Albuquerque
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 25% of the $4,801 monthly median income of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque 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 Los Ranchos de Albuquerque: common questions
How much does Parkinson’s care cost in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?
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 25% of the $4,801 monthly median income of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque 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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