Elders

Native American/Indigenous peoples are connected in many ways especially through honoring and inherently caring for our elders – grandparents, parents, aunties, uncles – our cherished relatives.

Keeping in mind past, current and future generations, ALTSD OIEA advocates for Native American traditional wellbeing and works to build connections.

How OIEA Support Tribal Elders

Shares information and resources
Connects elders with programs and services
Communicates with families and caregivers

Links

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National Indian Council on Aging (NICOA)

https://www.nicoa.org/

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All Pueblo Governors Council

https://apcg.org/

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Navajo Nation

https://www.navajo-nsn.gov/

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Mescalero Apache Tribe

https://mescaleroapachetribe.com/

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Jicarilla Apache Tribe

https://hrjicarilla.com/

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Fort Sill Apache Tribe

https://fortsillapache-nsn.gov/

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AND Volunteer Programs

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North Central NM Non Metro AAA

https://www.nonmetroaaa.com/

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City of Albuquerque/Bern Co AAA

https://www.cabq.gov/family/services/senior-services

Partner Sites

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NICOA

https://www.nicoa.org/programs/scsep/

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Non-Metro Senior Employment Program

https://www.nonmetroaaa.com/

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UNM- Community Health Worker Training for older adults

https://hsc.unm.edu/about/administrative-departments/community-health/programs/chwi/

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NM-NEW: Engaging New Mexicans Aged 50-70+

https://www.cnmingenuity.org/program/nm-new/

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WIOA New Mexico

https://www.jobs.state.nm.us/vosnet/Default.aspx

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AARP

https://jobs.aarp.org/

Virtual Training

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National SCSEP

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/seniors

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Goodwill NM SCSEP

https://www.goodwillnm.org/seniors-employment-services.html

Office of Indian Elder Affairs

Phone

505-316-5292

Email

oiea.info@altsd.nm.gov

Personnel

Melissa Sanchez

Director & ALTSD Tribal Liaison (Acoma Pueblo)

melissa.sanchez@altsd.nm.gov

Bianca Mitchell

Deputy Director (Acoma Pueblo)

bianca.mitchell@altsd.nm.gov