SANTA FE – Registration for the 47th Annual New Mexico Conference on Aging is now open through August 29.This year’s event will take place at the Glorieta Conference Center from September 23 – 25 and is presented by the Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD)...
SANTA FE – This spring, the state is partnering with the Alzheimer's Association to host a series of community forums across New Mexico.Building on the “Take Action. Talk” initiative, these forums invite New Mexicans to share their experiences with Alzheimer's disease...
Senior nutrition programs provide everyone ‘a place at the table’.SANTA FE – This March, New Mexico joins the Administration for Community Living (ACL) and senior service providers nationwide in celebrating 53 years of the Senior Nutrition Program. Since 1972, the...
Campaign aims to educate public about Alzheimer’s diseaseSANTA FE – The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) and the Alzheimer’s Association of New Mexico have launched a joint campaign to promote early detection and connect families to resources...
SANTA FE – On Saturday, House Bill 149, known as the Supported Decision-Making Act, passed the New Mexico House with a unanimous vote of 64-0.“Saturday’s vote was for all New Mexicans who have been told you can’t do something or make your own decisions,” said Rep....
SANTA FE – Today, the New Mexico Senate unanimously confirmed Emily Kaltenbach as the cabinet secretary for the Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) with a vote of 37-0.“As a former cabinet secretary of this department, I understand the level of...
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) is proud to announce that Dr. Angelina Flores-Montoya will be joining the department as a Deputy Cabinet Secretary on Monday, Feb. 24."Angelina’s deep knowledge of healthcare systems and her...
Senior center Capital Outlay applications open for FY 2026 February 17, 2024SANTA FE – Applications for Capital Outlay funding through the Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) is now open for fiscal year 2026. This program aims to support senior centers...
House bill would empower vulnerable and older adults HB 149 set for a House hearing this afternoon 10 Feb, 2025SANTA FE – The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) is urging lawmakers to support House Bill 149 and champion supported-decision...
Aging Department seeks $74.3M to boost services for seniors, adults living with disabilities and caregivers February 5, 2024SANTA FE – This week, the New Mexico Aging & Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) will present its budget priorities before the House...