About
About ALTSD
By the year 2030, New Mexico’s percentage of population over age 65 will move from 29th to fourth largest in the nation.
Our mission is to serve and inspire the state’s older adult community to live active, healthy lives and enhance their connections within their community. The department is a leader in developing programs and building partnerships that support lifelong independence and healthy aging, providing advocacy, support, and resources for seniors and for adults with disabilities.
Learn more about our New Mexico State Plan for Aging and Long-Term Services
Who we are
- Created in 2004 by the New Mexico State Legislature
- New Mexico’s Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)
- Designated state agency for Adult Protective Services
- Designated State Agency Unit on Aging
- State Ombudsman Program
- Active partner in New Mexico’s Aging Network
What we do
- Support aging in place-providing services in homes and communities
- Support caregivers
- Combat senior hunger
- Encourage healthy and productive aging
- Build and sustain capabilities to meet emerging needs and challenges