Home Services
Performs chores, repairs, and retrofit for seniors ages 60 and older to promote safe, independent living.
Important Notice
*Seasonal Yard Work referrals are currently closed for 2025. Thank you.
The Home Services program does not perform cosmetic services or services requiring a license.
Services are provided at no cost. Donations are welcomed; however, no one is denied services based on their inability to donate. Individuals with the greatest economic or social need are prioritized.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for services, one must live in Albuquerque/Bernalillo County and be age 60 and over. Retrofit services require an in-home assessment by the Case Management program.* The majority of services are provided for homeowners who occupy the service address; however, some equipment may be available for renters.**
Services Provided
- Door Knobs and/or Locks
- Wireless Doorbell
- Flooring Trip Hazards
- Smoke Detectors
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Fire Extinguisher
- Battery Replacement
- Lightbulb Replacement
- Seasonal Yardwork (Spring/Fall)
- Evaporative Cooler Start-Up/Shut Down (Spring/Fall)
- Firewood
- Safety Railing
- Step Modification
- Doorway Modification
- Wheelchair Ramp
- Durable/Safety Equipment
*Assessments performed by a Senior Affairs Case Management Coordinator to determine eligibility, including barriers to performing daily activities.
**Available to renters with owner's signed permission form submitted within 30 days.
Firewood Project 2025
The 2025 Firewood Project is for older adults (60+) with the greatest social and economic needs. Those who rely on burning wood as their sole source of heat are being prioritized. Firewood applications are now being accepted through December 29, 2025 at 5 pm. Please click the link below for firewood.