About ALTSD
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.
Mission: To provide accessible, integrated services to older adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers to assist them in maintaining their independence, dignity, autonomy, health, safety, and economic well-being, thereby empowering them to live on their own terms in their own communities as productively as possible.
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
Office of the Secretary
Emily Kaltenbach serves as the Cabinet Secretary Designate for the New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department.
Office of Policy &Planning
The Office of Policy, Planning and Special Projects works to advance the Aging & Long-Term Services Department’s mission by shaping policies, planning strategically for the future, and leading key initiatives that strengthen our communities.
Capital Outlay
Capital outlay appropriations are made to Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) to fund senior center projects, statewide to both local government and tribal governments. Projects include, new construction and renovations including equipment, and for the purchase of vehicles.
Requests for Proposals
All Requests for Proposals will be found on this page.