Non-Metro Area Agency on Aging

09/26/2025

🌻 NM Cares is growing, and we’d love for you to grow with us!
Our new page is the place to find stories, resources, and updates made for our community. We will no longer be posting on this one so please go find our new one!

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Thank you for walking this journey with us!

NM Cares is the nonprofit arm of the North Central NM Economic Development District, supporting vibrant communities through regional planning, economic development, and services for New Mexico’s aging population.

08/29/2025

NM Cares has a new page where we’ll be sharing all the latest updates, stories, and resources. 🌟

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Thank you for being part of our community — we can’t wait to see you on our new page!

08/01/2025

Santa Fe, NM
SPECIAL NOTICE from: New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services department: Early Bird Registration is Now OPEN! We’re pleased to announce that our exclusive early bird registration is now officially open for the 47th Annual Conference on Aging, taking place September 23–25, 2025 in Glorieta NM at the Glorieta Conference Center.
This exclusive early bird registration opportunity to active participants from senior centers and ALTSD partner organizations is available now through August 14. On August 15, registration will open up to the public.
Who’s eligible? This exclusive early bird registration opportunity to active participants from senior centers and ALTSD partner organizations. Click on the link to access early bird registration link.
https://www.aginginnm.org/registration/

07/29/2025

Hobbs, NM – A Celebration of Seniors and Community!
Once again, Hobbs was the place to be for one of the biggest senior gatherings in the city!

The Hobbs Senior Center, located inside the Agnes Kastner Head Community Center, came alive this October for the annual Senior Health Fair. The center was beautifully decorated in festive fall colors, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for everyone who attended.

Seniors were greeted by friendly staff, dedicated volunteers, and a host of enthusiastic vendors. A special lunch menu was prepared, featuring a stunning three-table spread of fresh fruit and delicious desserts. Door prizes added even more excitement to an already joyful day.

We were especially proud to have our very own Provider, Angela Courter, in attendance. Angela previously served as the Provider for this location and was thrilled to reconnect with former consumers. Also joining us was Paul Zielinski, Advisory Council member for Lea County.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make this event such a success. Your efforts made the day truly memorable for all who attended!

07/29/2025

City of Clovis Hillcrest Senior Life Center once again greeted hundreds of Seniors to their annual health fair. This event is one of the largest events for this newly opened center and offers Seniors a chance to mingle with businesses’ who take the time to come on out and introduce themselves, answer questions and provide much needed helpful information in a fun filled environment. Barbara Riggins, her staff and volunteers, did a wonderful job making sure everyone had a great time by providing lunch and NMNMAAA provided the cupcakes. NMNMAAA advisory Council member Rev. Elizabeth Popescu representing Curry County was in attendance and was impressed by the presentation and the number of Seniors in attendance.

07/29/2025

Catron County, NM
The Reserve Senior Health Fair, hosted by the PMS County Senior Program, the Catron Health Council, and provider Louise Strain, was a great success. Organizers went above and beyond to ensure the event was engaging and informative. Vendors from across the region participated, each showcasing their services, distributing informational flyers, and offering branded giveaways.

Community members expressed their appreciation for the event, which featured Nutritionist Constance Rudnicki from NMNMAAA preparing healthy dishes for attendees to sample. We also handed out our signature goodie bags to share information about the services we offer to support seniors aged 60 and older in living independently within their own communities.

07/01/2025

2025 New Mexico Conference on Aging - Engage as You Age
This statewide gathering will bring together over 2,000 older adults, caregivers, senior care providers, healthcare professionals, and community leaders for three days of connection, learning, and celebration. Hosted by New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Service Dept. NMNMAAA will be in attendance for this event handing out our informational goodie bags. Come by our vendor table and get to know how we assist Seniors 60+.
September 23, 2025, at 8:00:00 AM
Glorieta NM Conference Center - IH 25 Glorieta Exit 299 - 87535
715 S Main St A, Belen, NM 87002
Click on the flyer below for more information.

05/06/2025

NEW NON-METRO NM AREA AGENCY
ON AGING - Volunteers needed. Be a hero - volunteer today.

04/25/2025

🚗💛 Thank You to Our Incredible Volunteer Drivers! 💛🚗

For National Volunteer Month we just wanted to say every ride you offer makes a life-changing difference. You’re more than just drivers — you're a lifeline for those in need.

One of our riders shared:
“Without the Volunteer Drivers, I wouldn’t have made it through my treatments. It gave me hope.”

This is the impact YOU make.

To our current volunteers — thank you for your dedication, compassion, and kindness. You are the heart of what we do.

Interested in joining this amazing team and making a difference in someone’s life?
👉 Fill out our volunteer interest form below today by clicking on the link below.
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Do it now and learn how you can help.

03/20/2025

Portales NM - Community Services Center informational event to promote Senior Services for those 60+. Event begins at 9:00AM
Come join NMAAA and receive your free NMAAA goodie bag with helpful information on the services we provide, we'll be there to answer questions and while your there seniors can learn more about others services available in this community. This is a FREE event. For more information call the number below. 1100 Community Way, Portales, NM 88130
Ph: (575) 356-8576

Send a message to learn more

03/20/2025

Deming, NM
“ John Prejean, NMAAA PSA IV Regional Manager, presented the LifeSaver Award to nineteen-year-old Eddie Bedford, a staff member from the Deming Luna County Senior Center for his heroic actions in providing first aid to a senior who was choking. NM Representative Jennifer Jones and Luna County Commissioner Christy Ann Harvey where present to help recognize Mr. Bedford. Mr. Bedford stated that he remembered learning the Heimlich maneuver from a First Aid course he took during his 8th grade year in school. “

02/27/2025

Columbus, NM
February 2025
The Village of Columbus New Senior/OlderAdults Congragate Meal site is NOW OPEN.
During 2017 Mr. Allen Rosenberg, a long-time member of the Deming Luna Commission on Aging Board of Directors, presented the idea of opening a Senior Center in the Village of Columbus. Since 2017 the Deming Luna County Commission on Aging and its Executive Director, Juie Bolton, collaborated with Mayor Phillip Skinner, Village Trustee Jerad Loesch and Village Trustee Bill Johnson to hold public hearings and needs surveys in the community. Finally, after overcoming several bumps along the road, during 2024 funding was secured via the New Mexico Aging & Long-Term Services Department’s Senior Services Expansion Grant, which is administered by the Non-Metro Area Agency on Aging. In addition, the Village of Columbus local government is also providing funding and the Meal Site at the Columbus Community Health Center located at 31 E Boundary Rd, Columbus, NM. New Executive Director, Reginald Price, ThD took over this project in January 2025 and was able to make the opening of the Columbus Senior Meal Site a reality on February 24, 2025 with Lily Ray as the Site Manager.