# Senior Helpline Help - New Mexico ## National Senior Helpline Resources - **Eldercare Locator** - **Website:** [https://eldercare.acl.gov](https://eldercare.acl.gov/) - **Phone:** 1-800-677-1116 - **Description:** A nationwide service connecting older adults and caregivers to local resources such as transportation, housing, and health services. - **AARP Foundation** - **Website:** [https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/](https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/) - **Phone:** 1-888-687-2277 - **Description:** Provides assistance with senior issues including social services, benefits, and advocacy. - **National Council on Aging (NCOA)** - **Website:** [https://www.ncoa.org](https://www.ncoa.org/) - **Description:** Offers resources for financial security, health, and social connection for older adults. ## Statewide Senior Support - **New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD)** - **Phone:** 1-800-432-2080 - **Website:** [https://nmaging.state.nm.us](https://nmaging.state.nm.us/) - **Description:** Provides services like adult protective services, caregiver support, and meal delivery through various programs for New Mexico seniors. - **New Mexico Area Agencies on Aging (AAA)** - **Phone:** 505-383-3900 (Main Line) - **Website:** [https://nmaging.state.nm.us/services/area-agencies-on-aging](https://nmaging.state.nm.us/services/area-agencies-on-aging) - **Description:** Local resources for home care, transportation, caregiver respite, and legal services. ## Local Senior Resources by Region/City ### Albuquerque - **Bernalillo County Office of Senior and Social Services** - **Phone:** 505-768-2000 - **Website:** [https://www.cabq.gov/seniors](https://www.cabq.gov/seniors) - **Address:** 714 7th St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 - **Specialized Services:** Meal programs, transportation, social activities, and wellness checks. - **Albuquerque Meals on Wheels** - **Phone:** 505-823-8061 - **Website:** [https://www.mow-nm.org](https://www.mow-nm.org/) - **Address:** 5901 Harper Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 - **Specialized Services:** Home-delivered meals for seniors and individuals with disabilities. ### Santa Fe - **Santa Fe Senior Services** - **Phone:** 505-955-4721 - **Website:** [https://www.santafenm.gov/senior_services](https://www.santafenm.gov/senior_services) - **Address:** 1121 Alto St, Santa Fe, NM 87501 - **Specialized Services:** Health screenings, meal programs, and senior activity centers. - **Comfort Keepers of Santa Fe** - **Phone:** 505-982-1298 - **Website:** [https://www.comfortkeepers.com/offices/new-mexico/santa-fe](https://www.comfortkeepers.com/offices/new-mexico/santa-fe) - **Address:** 1301 Luisa St Suite C, Santa Fe, NM 87505 - **Specialized Services:** In-home care and companionship for seniors. ### Las Cruces - **Las Cruces Senior Programs** - **Phone:** 575-528-3000 - **Website:** [https://www.las-cruces.org/2177/Senior-Programs](https://www.las-cruces.org/2177/Senior-Programs) - **Address:** 975 S Mesquite St, Las Cruces, NM 88001 - **Specialized Services:** Community centers, meal services, and senior recreational activities. - **Home Instead Senior Care - Las Cruces** - **Phone:** 575-522-7133 - **Website:** [https://www.homeinstead.com/location/841/](https://www.homeinstead.com/location/841/) - **Address:** 755 Telshor Blvd Suite C201, Las Cruces, NM 88011 - **Specialized Services:** Personal care, home assistance, and dementia care. ## Online and Remote Support Options - **Senior Planet by AARP** - **Website:** [https://seniorplanet.org](https://seniorplanet.org/) - **Description:** Online classes and resources to help seniors learn technology, stay connected, and improve their quality of life. - **New Mexico Senior Help Line** - **Phone:** 1-866-654-3219 - **Description:** Assistance with a wide range of issues including elder abuse, benefits counseling, and transportation options. ## Educational and Advocacy Resources - **AARP New Mexico** - **Website:** [https://states.aarp.org/new-mexico](https://states.aarp.org/new-mexico) - **Description:** Advocacy, workshops, and resources tailored to New Mexico seniors. - **New Mexico Legal Aid for Seniors** - **Website:** [https://www.newmexicolegalaid.org](https://www.newmexicolegalaid.org/) - **Description:** Free legal assistance for older adults facing issues such as housing, elder abuse, or benefits disputes. ## Support Groups and Networks - **New Mexico Senior Connection** - **Website:** [https://www.nmseniorconnection.org](https://www.nmseniorconnection.org/) - **Description:** Information and connections to local senior support groups and services. - **Virtual Senior Centers** - **Website:** [https://virtualseniorcenter.org](https://virtualseniorcenter.org/) - **Description:** Online communities for seniors to engage in virtual activities and social networking. --- _Updated as of December 21, 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact the New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department at 1-800-432-2080._