SANTA FE – The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) is excited to announce the appointment of Valerie Tsosie as a new member of the ALTSD Policy Advisory Committee (PAC)."We are honored to welcome Valerie to the Policy Advisory Council,” said...
SANTA FE – During April 21-25, the state recognizes and celebrates the dedicated volunteers who selflessly give their time, energy and compassion to support older adults and adults with disabilities across the state. From delivering meals and providing companionship,...
Last week, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed House Bill 252 into law, creating a new program to support grandparents and other relatives who step in to raise children when parents are unable to do so. SANTA FE – Last week, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed House...
New Mexico has been selected to receive $100,000 from the National Community Care Corps to strengthen senior services in rural areas of the state.SANTA FE – New Mexico has been selected to receive $100,000 from the National Community Care Corps to strengthen senior...
New Mexicans with disabilities and older adults are one step closer to having greater autonomy in their decision-making after the governor signed SB 535 into law last week.SANTA FE – New Mexicans with disabilities and older adults are one step closer to having greater...
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...