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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). 3 Jun, 2025FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ALTSD Contact Joey Long, PhDPublic Information...
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. 21 Apr, 2025FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ALTSD ContactJoey...
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. 15 Apr, 2025FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ALTSD Contact Joey Long,...
Area Agency On Aging (AAA) Leadership Program 16 Dec, 2024Apply for this comprehensive six-session Leadership Training Program aimed at Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Providers and Indian Area Agency on Aging (IAAA) Providers in New Mexico.Area Agency On Aging (AAA)...
Aging’s budget boosts services for seniors and disabled adults 19 Nov, 2024 The New Mexico Aging & Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) is requesting $77.2 million in general funds for Fiscal Year 2026—an investment aimed at expanding direct services, enhancing...
Governor appoints Emily Kaltenbach Secretary of Aging and Long-Term Services Department 24 Sep, 2024 Today, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced her appointment of Emily Kaltenbach as Cabinet Secretary of the Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD).FOR...
Jen Paul Schroer steps down as Aging Department Secretary 13 Sep, 2024 Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today that Jen Paul Schroer, Secretary of the Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) will step down from her position at the end of the day. Schroer...
National Adult Protective Services conference comes to Albuquerque this September 30 Aug, 2024 The 2024 National Adult Protective Services conference will be held at the Albuquerque Convention Center from September 16 through September 18.FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August...
Area Agency On Aging (AAA) Leadership Program 19 Aug, 2024 The initiative is designed to update and enhance your knowledge on current topics relevant to managing small businesses that serve the aging population.Apply for this comprehensive six-session Leadership...
Senior Summer SNAP Supplement 18 Jun, 2024 11,834 New Mexicans will receive an extra $135 in SNAP benefits.FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENM HSD Contact:Tim Fowler, timothy.fowler@hca.nm.gov, 505-795-1563 NM ALTSD Contact:Joey Long, joey.long@altsd.nm.gov, 505-690-9238June 18,...