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Advocate Opportunities

Make a difference in your community.

New Mexico’s older and disabled adults need advocates like you.

Interested in becoming a Long-Term Care Ombudsman? This vital role advocates for residents in long-term care facilities, ensuring their rights are protected and their voices are heard. As an ombudsman, you will address and resolve complaints, improve care quality, and actively work to enhance the lives of vulnerable community members. 

New Mexico’s older and disabled adults often require dedicated advocates to ensure their rights and well-being are upheld. As an Ombudsman, you will serve as a crucial voice for residents in long-term care facilities, providing support and advocacy when they need it most. Join a community of compassionate individuals committed to enhancing the safety, dignity, and quality of life for our older adults.  
 
In this role, you will: 
– Ensure that residents receive the rights and care they deserve. 
– Help investigate and resolve concerns within care facilities. 
– Act as a mediator and advocate for residents, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met. 

Become an Ombudsman and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who depend on our support and advocacy. 

Learn more about becoming an advocate for elders.

Volunteer Application Form

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the New Mexico Aging & Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD). Volunteers play a vital role in supporting older adults, individuals with disabilities, caregivers, and communities across New Mexico. Please complete this application fully. Submission does not guarantee placement.

1. Applicant Information

Name(Required)
Pronouns (optional):

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Address(Required)
Preferred Method of Contact:

2. Emergency Contact

Name(Required)

3. Applicant Availability

Please check the areas you are interested in supporting (placement depends on availability and need):
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Days Available (check all that apply):
Preferred Time of Day:
Length of Commitment (if known):

4. Areas of Interest

Please check the areas you are interested in supporting (placement depends on availability and need):
Aging Network Division (AmeriCorps Programs)
Consumer and Elder Rights Division (SHIP/SMP)
Other Department Programs

5. Skills, Experience & Languages

Relevant Skills or Experience (professional, volunteer, or lived experience):
Languages Spoken
Comfort Level Working With (check all that apply):

6. Background & Compliance

Some volunteer roles may require additional screening.
Are you willing to complete a background check if required?(Required)
Do you have reliable transportation (if applicable to role)?

7. References (optional but encouraged)

Reference Name:

8. Applicant Statement

9. Acknowledgement & Consent

Consent(Required)
Name(Required)
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10.What happens next?

For Questions Please Contact
ALTSD Volunteer Program Volunteer@altsd.nm.gov | 📞 800-432-2080 We will review your application and learn more about your interests and availability. A member of our team will reach out with follow-up

*By submitting this form, I agree to New Mexico Aging & Long-Term Services Department contacting me by email and/or phone to share information and opportunities.

Training and Education

Free training and ongoing in-service education are provided to all volunteers. For more information, please call the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program at 800-432-2080.

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