NEW MEXICO HAPPENIN'S - September 2010
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JUST A SHORT NOTE TO STATE THAT THE PURPOSE OF THIS PUBLICATION IS TO PASS
PRECIOUS INFORMATION ON TO THOSE OF NEED. OCCASIONALLY, THERE WILL BE
ARTICLES BY OTHER WRITERS. I MAY NOT NECESSARILY AGREE WITH THEIR
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The Santa Fe, New Mexico Division of Senior Services offers in-home support programs for seniors, their families and their
caregivers. Services include respite care, non-medical personal care, home management services and a family caregiver
support program.
For more information visit this link: http://www.disability.gov/state/new_mexico/community_life
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Program Description
The Head Start program (for children ages 3-5) and Early Head Start program (for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers) promote
school readiness for children in low-income families by providing comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and social
services. Parents play a large role in the programs, both as primary educators of their children and as participants in
administering the programs locally. Both programs provide pre-literacy and literacy experiences in a multi-cultural environment.
Parents are also provided social services, including assistance with childcare. Services are also available to migrant and
seasonal farm worker families.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of New Mexico, you must be a parent or primary
caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school and your household's annual income before taxes must not
exceed $10,830 if one person lives in the household; $14,570 if two people live in the household; $18,310 if three people live in the
household; $22,050 if four people live in the household; $25,790 if five people live in the household; $29,530 if six people live in the
household; $33,270 if seven people live in the household; $37,010 if eight people live in the household; and $40,750 if more than
eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $3,740 for each additional person in the home.
If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial
status is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing pregnancy,
less than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other qualifications
may apply.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
The Head Start Locator provides a searchable database of Head Start programs. To apply for this program please visit the
following website, which will direct you to the Head Start office nearest to you:
http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices
Program Contact Information
You may also contact the New Mexico Department of Children, Youth and Families by calling 1-505-827-8400 or visit:
http://www.cyfd.org/
Managing Agency
Children, Youth, and Families Department (NM)
http://www.state.nm.us
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Program Description
The Food Stamp Program serves as the first line of defense against hunger for New Mexico Residents. It enables low-income
families to buy nutritious food with coupons and Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards. Food stamp recipients spend their
benefits to buy eligible food in authorized retail food stores.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of New Mexico and fall into one of two groups: (1)
those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance
(savings and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a
person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household
income of less than $13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three
people live in the household; $26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380 if five people live in the household; $35,904 if six
people live in the household; $40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the
household.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
For more information on the New Mexico Food Stamp program and instructions on how to apply, please visit:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/fs.html
Please call the New Mexico Human Services Department to speak with a client service representative:
888-473-3676
You can also identify and contact your local county Income Support Division office by checking:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/fieldoffices.html
Managing Agency
New Mexico
http://www.state.nm.us
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Program Description
The School Breakfast Program (SBP) provides cash assistance to States to operate nonprofit breakfast programs in schools and
residential childcare institutions. The School Lunch Program (NSLP) is a Federally assisted meal program operating in public and
nonprofit private schools and residential childcare institutions. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to
children each school day.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of New Mexico and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the
household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the
household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; $68,469 if eight people live in the household; and $75,388 if more than
eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child's school. A listing of your state's schools can be found here:
http://www.ped.state.nm.us/resources/personneldirectory...
Program Contact Information
For information on the New Mexico School Breakfast program please visit:
http://www.ped.state.nm.us/nutrition/dl08/food%20production%20handbooks/Tra...
For School Lunch information, visit:
http://www.ped.state.nm.us/nutrition/dl08/food%20production%20handbooks/Tra...
For additional information, please call the New Mexico Student Nutrition Unit at:
505-827-1821
Managing Agency
New Mexico
http://www.state.nm.us
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Program Description
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) assists eligible New Mexico residents and families with their heating
and cooling costs. LIHEAP is Federally funded through the Department of Health and Human Services. The Federal government
establishes funding levels annually.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of New Mexico, you must need financial assistance
for home energy costs and your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $16,245 if one person lives in the
household; $21,855 if two people live in the household; $27,465 if three people live in the household; $33,075 if four people live in
the household; $38,685 if five people live in the household; $44,295 if six people live in the household; $49,905 if seven people live
in the household; $55,515 if eight people live in the household; and $61,125 if more than eight people live in the household. For
larger households, add $5,610 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, please contact the local administering agency near you:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/fieldoffices.html
Program Contact Information
Please visit the New Mexico Human Services Department-Income Support Division web site for more information on LIHEAP:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/liheap.html
Public inquires can be made toll-free at:
800-283-4465
You can also download a LIHEAP application directly from the Web at:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/pdf/lhp_602.pdf
Managing Agency
New Mexico
http://www.state.nm.us
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Program Description
New Mexi k i d s is no cost or low cost health coverage for children under 19 years old. If your household income is less than
185% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, health care services are provided to your child at no cost. If your household income is
185% - 235% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, some of the health care services your child receives may require that you make a
co-payment at the time each service is provided. Preventive services, such as Tot to Teen Health Checks and immunizations do
not require a co-payment. New Mexi k i d s pays for regular check-ups, doctor visits, dental visits, hospital care, prescriptions,
glasses and hearing and vision exams. Other services may be covered if they are medically necessary.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of New Mexico, under 19 years of age, not covered by health
insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual household
income before taxes of less than $29,241 if two people live in the household; $39,339 if three people live in the household; $49,437
if four people live in the household; $69,633 if five people live in the household; $79,731 if six people live in the household; $89,829
if seven people live in the household; $99,927 if eight people live in the household; and $120,123 if more than eight people live in
the household. For larger households, add $10,098 for each additional person in the home. Depending on your income level, you
may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program information for details.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
You can apply for New Mexi k i d s at most clinics, hospitals, primary care providers and schools. You can also visit your local
Income Support Division office or call (888) 997-2583 . Visit this page on our Web site for a list of these offices:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/fieldoffices.html
Program Contact Information
For more information about the New Mexi k i d s , please call (888) 997-2583 or visit the following website:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/mad/
Managing Agency
New Mexico
http://www.state.nm.us
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Program Description
WIC is a nutrition program that helps pregnant women, new mothers, and young children eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay
healthy. WIC's mission is to safeguard the health of low-income women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutritional
risk by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care. New Mexico WIC
is administered by the New Mexico Department of Health, Family Health Bureau.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of New Mexico, pregnant, breastfeeding and
postpartum woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at
nutrition risk; and, (2) meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or
has family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or Temporary
Assistance for Needy Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, set up an appointment at the WIC clinic closest to you:
http://www.health.state.nm.us/phd/wicsite/locations.php
Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm
For more information on NM WIC, please visit the New Mexico Department of Health website at:
http://www.health.state.nm.us/phd/wicsite/index.php
You can also call the NM Department of Health toll-free at:
800-280-1618
Managing Agency
Department of Health (NM)
http://www.state.nm.us
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Program Description
The Special Milk Program (SMP) provides milk to children in schools and childcare institutions who do not participate in other
Federal meal service programs. The program reimburses schools for the milk they serve. Schools in the National School Lunch or
School Breakfast Programs may also participate in SMP to provide milk to children in half-day pre-kindergarten and kindergarten
programs where children do not have access to the school meal programs.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk
to low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of New Mexico, your
household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live
in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people
live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight
people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it
participates in the Special Milk Program.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm
Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information about the program.
http://www.ped.state.nm.us/nutrition/index.html
Program Contact Information
Please contact your local school district if you have other inquiries regarding the program.
You can also call the New Mexico Student Nutrition Programs Units at:
505-827-1821
Managing Agency
New Mexico
http://www.state.nm.us
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The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) provides limited assistance to low income homeowners to improve the energy
efficiency of their homes thus reducing their utility costs. Due to the scarcity of resources, priority is given to the lowest income
households. WAP may be used for the following: Leakage reduction including repair or replacement of broken glass or
thresholds, packing cracks, caulking or weather-stripping, installation of door sweeps, fireplace dampers, water heater
insulation blankets, thermostat controls, exterior doors, exterior windows; incidental repairs including lumber to frame or repair
windows and doors, roofing materials to patch or repair leaks, protective materials (paint), or repair materials; health and safety
including stove pipes, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, space heaters, furnace repair/replacement, moisture related
problems, wiring problems; ceiling, wall and floor insulation; measures for mobile homes; and electric base load measures like
new refrigerators. The amount of assistance cannot exceed an average of $2,672 per household with a maximum per house of
$3,663.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of New Mexico, your household's annual income
before taxes must not exceed $16,245 if one person lives in the household; $21,855 if two people live in the household; $27,465 if
three people live in the household; $33,075 if four people live in the household; $38,685 if five people live in the household; $44,295
if six people live in the household; $49,905 if seven people live in the household; and $55,515 if more than seven people live in the
household. For larger households, add $4,300 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, please contact your local administering agency at the following location:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/fieldoffices.html
Program Contact Information
To find out more about the New Mexico Weatherization Assistance Program, please visit:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/liheap.html
TTY users can call at:
800-659-8331
To ask about the program, you can also call the New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority toll-free at:
800-444-6880
Managing Agency
New Mexico
http://www.state.nm.us
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Program Description
The New Mexico Medicaid program is a Federal and state funded program that serves needy individuals and families in New
Mexico who meet financial and other eligibility requirements and certain other individuals who lack adequate resources to pay for
medical care.
The program provides payment for medical services ranging from routine preventive medical care for children to institutional
care for the elderly and disabled. The Medicaid program also ensures access to care through enrollment of medical providers
and access to transportation services to medical care providers through reimbursement to recipients and volunteer drivers.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of New Mexico, a US national, citizen, permanent
resident, or legal alien, in need of health care/insurance assistance, whose financial situation would be characterized as low
income or very low income. You must also be either pregnant, a parent or relative caretaker of a dependent child(ren) under age
19, blind, have a disability or a family member in your household with a disability, or be 65 years of age or older.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
To learn more New Mexico Medicaid, please visit:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/mad/
You can call toll-free to speak with an Income Support Division (ISD) representative regarding the program at:
888-997-2583
You can also contact the Income Support Division (ISD) office nearest you for more information or to apply for Medicaid. Click
below to link to an interactive state map that will provide you with the contact information to reach your local county office.
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/fieldoffices.html
Managing Agency
New Mexico
http://www.state.nm.us
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American Red Cross - Hobbs, New Mexico DONATE BLOOD AND TISSUE!
PO Box 25,
Hobbs, NM 88240
(505) 393-7516
Fax: (505) 393-3380
E-MAIL: leaarc@earthlink.net
To find out where you can donate blood, call your local Red Cross at (505) 393-7516. Your single donation can help save up to
three lives.
To learn more about blood donation opportunities, visit www.givelife.org or call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543).
Give Blood- the Gift of Life
Many generous Americans nationwide have been donating blood since the terrorist attacks September 11 to ensure a sustained
and secure blood supply for all Americans. Together with the Red Cross, these blood heroes are ensuring that the safest possible
blood is readily available whenever and wherever needed - for the military, for other blood centers in America and for all 5,000 of
America's hospitals.
We all expect blood to be there for us, but barely a fraction of those who can give do. Yet sooner or later, virtually all of us will face
a time of great vulnerability in which we will need blood. And that time is all too often unexpected. From its beginning, the
American Red Cross has formed a community of service, of generous, strong and decent people bound by beliefs beyond
themselves. The honor, spirit and resources of the American people comes forth with neighbors helping neighbors in need -
during earthquakes, floods, fires, storms - and also for the deeply personal and often quiet disasters that require a gift of blood.
To give blood you must be healthy, at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, not have donated blood in the last 56 days or
donated double red cells in the last 112 days. There is no upper age limit. You may not give blood if you have received notification
from the American Red Cross or any other blood collection organization asking you not to do so.
There's No Limit to the Good You Can Do ! Be a tissue donor.
Did you know that just one tissue donor can potentially benefit as many as 50 people? It's true. When you sign on to become a
donor, your generous gift could bring many people new life.
Thanks to people like you, 600,000 lives have been enhanced since the establishment of American Red Cross Tissue services in
1982. However, the need for tissue continues to grow, and tissue such as skin for burn patients and certain sizes of heart valves
for cardiac patients is in high demand.
We need your help.
Becoming a tissue donor is simple, two-step process: first, sign a donor card or driver's license, and second, share your decision
with your family, because next of kin is always asked for consent.
There is no cost to you or your family. All costs related to tissue donation are paid for by the agency recovering the tissue.
All major religions support tissue donation. See statements from various religions.
Recipients will not know who donated the tissue they receive. Selection is not based on race, sex or ethnic origin, but rather on
the medical need of the recipient. The identity of the donor is kept confidential.
Tissue donation will not interfere with a traditional funeral. Tissues are removed by people specifically trained for tissue recovery.
The donor's body is handled with respect and dignity by the Red Cross. Tissue donation does not prohibit an open-casket funeral.
Become a Donor. Call (505) 393-7516 or 1-888-4-TISSUE for more information.
Or learn more about tissue donation in our Tissue Services section
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EMERGENCY MINOR HOME REPAIR PROGRAM
The City of Albuquerque Department of Family and Community Services Provides Funding for Emergency and Minor Home Repairs
for Qualified Homeowners through the Mid-Rio Grande Chapter of the American Red Cross PROGRAM INTENT:
For the past eighteen years, your local American Red Cross Chapter has administered a Community Block Development Grant for
the City of Albuquerque, Department of Family and Community Services.
The objective of the program is to assist low-to-moderate income homeowners who do not have sufficient resources to make
needed repairs to alleviate dangerous conditions in their homes.
Under the terms of the E/MHR grant, all owner-occupants living in the Albuquerque city limits who meet established income and
ownership qualifications may receive FREE emergency and minor home repairs from licensed, bonded contractors, and/or
qualified technicians.
Repairs on the property should be of an emergency nature and the owner must have no other resources for repairs.
CLIENT ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS:
In order to be eligible for the Emergency and Minor Home Repair Program you MUST meet the following requirements:
• The property must be inside the City limits
• The owner must reside in the home and provide proof of ownership
• The household income must not exceed the HUD guidlines listed below:
Three (3) months of consecutive check stubs or a Social Security Benefit Letter for the current year and/or a Pension Retirement
Letter, etc. must be provided
Family Size Annual Income*
1 Person $30,350
2 People $34,700
3 People $39,000
4 People $43,350
5 People $46,850
6 People $50,300
7 People $53,750
8 People $57,250
• If you have a checking account
Provide six (6) months checking account balance
• If you have a savings account
Provide current savings account balance
• No other resources for repair
*Please Note: Income limits include all residents living in the home at the time services are provided.
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Through the Emergency Minor Home Repair Progam, the American Red Cross will hire licensed, bonded contractors to provide
repairs for the following services:
ELECTRICAL
FURNACE REPAIRS
GAS LEAKS
MAIN WATER LINES
MAJOR PLUMBING
ROOF REPAIRS
ROOF REPLACEMENTS
(funding permitting)
SEWER LINE PROBLEMS
WATER HEATERS
American Red Cross technicians may provide repairs for the following services:
MINOR PLUMBING REPAIRS
MINOR HOME REPAIRS
The program provides replacements only when repairs are not successful.
SERVICES NOT PROVIDED:
ADDITIONS OR REMODELS
PAINTING - YARD WORK
APPLIANCE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT
SCREENS AND SCREEN DOORS
PORCHES / GARAGES / OUTBUILDINGS
We always repair what can be repaired and make replacements only when necessary.
HOW TO GET STARTED -
To apply for service, please call 265-8514, ext. 33
You will need to have the following information ready*:
• Your name, phone number and address
• The number of persons living in your home
• The source and amount of income for all persons living in your home(documentation is required)
• Proof of home ownership and the value of your property (deed, title and/or real estate contract)
• The nature of the repairs to be completed.
*Please Note: No work can begin until documentation of income, assets, and home ownership has been received.
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S E R V I C E C E N T E R S:
Los Alamos
Serving: Los Alamos and Rio Arriba counties
475 20th Street
Los Alamos, NM 87544
Phone (505) 662-7165
Fax: (505) 662-6261
Tierra del Sol
Serving: Colfax, Harding, Mora, San Miguel,
Santa Fe, Taos and Union counties
1213 Mercantile Road, Suite B
Santa Fe, NM 87507
Phone: (505) 424-1611
Fax: (505) 424-3252
Valencia
Serving: Valencia and Socorro counties
101 South Main Street, Suite 307
Belen, NM 87002
Phone (505) 864-6357
Fax: (505) 864-3045
E-mail: valencianm@msn.com
Zia
Serving: Curry, De Baca, Guadalupe, Roosevelt and Quay counties
108 West Second Street
Clovis, NM 88101
Phone (505) 763-4129
Fax: (505) 762-8922
E-Mail: ziarc@plateautel.net
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REMEMBER NO MATTER WHAT TOWN, CITY, COUNTY OR STATE SEND US YOUR UPCOMING EVENT
INFORMATION TO BE APPLIED TO YOUR STATE'S PAGE!
BECOME ACTIVE IN YOUR COMMUNITY!
IF YOUR GROUP, ORGANIZATION, OR HOUSE OF WORSHIP HAS ANY ACTIVITIES UPCOMING SUCH AS:
MEALS FOR THE NEEDY, FOOD PANTRIES & BASKET GIVEAWAYS, CLOTHING CLOSETS, BAZAARS,
FLEA MARKETS, CAR WASHES, FREE CLASSES/SEMINARS, FILM FESTIVALS,
FIRST TIME HOME PURCHASER SEMINARS, STATE FAIRS....EVEYTHING!!!!
PLEASE CONTACT ME BY EMAIL: homelesstoindependence@yahoo.com
DISCLAIMER
JUST A SHORT NOTE TO STATE THAT THE PURPOSE OF THIS PUBLICATION IS TO PASS
PRECIOUS INFORMATION ON TO THOSE OF NEED. OCCASIONALLY, THERE WILL BE
ARTICLES BY OTHER WRITERS. I MAY NOT NECESSARILY AGREE WITH THEIR
VIEWPOINTS, HOWEVER, I DO RESPECT THEM. THANK YOU
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The Santa Fe, New Mexico Division of Senior Services offers in-home support programs for seniors, their families and their
caregivers. Services include respite care, non-medical personal care, home management services and a family caregiver
support program.
For more information visit this link: http://www.disability.gov/state/new_mexico/community_life
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Program Description
The Head Start program (for children ages 3-5) and Early Head Start program (for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers) promote
school readiness for children in low-income families by providing comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and social
services. Parents play a large role in the programs, both as primary educators of their children and as participants in
administering the programs locally. Both programs provide pre-literacy and literacy experiences in a multi-cultural environment.
Parents are also provided social services, including assistance with childcare. Services are also available to migrant and
seasonal farm worker families.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of New Mexico, you must be a parent or primary
caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school and your household's annual income before taxes must not
exceed $10,830 if one person lives in the household; $14,570 if two people live in the household; $18,310 if three people live in the
household; $22,050 if four people live in the household; $25,790 if five people live in the household; $29,530 if six people live in the
household; $33,270 if seven people live in the household; $37,010 if eight people live in the household; and $40,750 if more than
eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $3,740 for each additional person in the home.
If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial
status is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing pregnancy,
less than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other qualifications
may apply.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
The Head Start Locator provides a searchable database of Head Start programs. To apply for this program please visit the
following website, which will direct you to the Head Start office nearest to you:
http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices
Program Contact Information
You may also contact the New Mexico Department of Children, Youth and Families by calling 1-505-827-8400 or visit:
http://www.cyfd.org/
Managing Agency
Children, Youth, and Families Department (NM)
http://www.state.nm.us
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Program Description
The Food Stamp Program serves as the first line of defense against hunger for New Mexico Residents. It enables low-income
families to buy nutritious food with coupons and Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards. Food stamp recipients spend their
benefits to buy eligible food in authorized retail food stores.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of New Mexico and fall into one of two groups: (1)
those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance
(savings and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a
person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household
income of less than $13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three
people live in the household; $26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380 if five people live in the household; $35,904 if six
people live in the household; $40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the
household.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
For more information on the New Mexico Food Stamp program and instructions on how to apply, please visit:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/fs.html
Please call the New Mexico Human Services Department to speak with a client service representative:
888-473-3676
You can also identify and contact your local county Income Support Division office by checking:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/fieldoffices.html
Managing Agency
New Mexico
http://www.state.nm.us
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Program Description
The School Breakfast Program (SBP) provides cash assistance to States to operate nonprofit breakfast programs in schools and
residential childcare institutions. The School Lunch Program (NSLP) is a Federally assisted meal program operating in public and
nonprofit private schools and residential childcare institutions. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to
children each school day.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of New Mexico and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the
household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the
household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; $68,469 if eight people live in the household; and $75,388 if more than
eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child's school. A listing of your state's schools can be found here:
http://www.ped.state.nm.us/resources/personneldirectory...
Program Contact Information
For information on the New Mexico School Breakfast program please visit:
http://www.ped.state.nm.us/nutrition/dl08/food%20production%20handbooks/Tra...
For School Lunch information, visit:
http://www.ped.state.nm.us/nutrition/dl08/food%20production%20handbooks/Tra...
For additional information, please call the New Mexico Student Nutrition Unit at:
505-827-1821
Managing Agency
New Mexico
http://www.state.nm.us
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Program Description
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) assists eligible New Mexico residents and families with their heating
and cooling costs. LIHEAP is Federally funded through the Department of Health and Human Services. The Federal government
establishes funding levels annually.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of New Mexico, you must need financial assistance
for home energy costs and your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $16,245 if one person lives in the
household; $21,855 if two people live in the household; $27,465 if three people live in the household; $33,075 if four people live in
the household; $38,685 if five people live in the household; $44,295 if six people live in the household; $49,905 if seven people live
in the household; $55,515 if eight people live in the household; and $61,125 if more than eight people live in the household. For
larger households, add $5,610 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, please contact the local administering agency near you:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/fieldoffices.html
Program Contact Information
Please visit the New Mexico Human Services Department-Income Support Division web site for more information on LIHEAP:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/liheap.html
Public inquires can be made toll-free at:
800-283-4465
You can also download a LIHEAP application directly from the Web at:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/pdf/lhp_602.pdf
Managing Agency
New Mexico
http://www.state.nm.us
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Program Description
New Mexi k i d s is no cost or low cost health coverage for children under 19 years old. If your household income is less than
185% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, health care services are provided to your child at no cost. If your household income is
185% - 235% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, some of the health care services your child receives may require that you make a
co-payment at the time each service is provided. Preventive services, such as Tot to Teen Health Checks and immunizations do
not require a co-payment. New Mexi k i d s pays for regular check-ups, doctor visits, dental visits, hospital care, prescriptions,
glasses and hearing and vision exams. Other services may be covered if they are medically necessary.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of New Mexico, under 19 years of age, not covered by health
insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual household
income before taxes of less than $29,241 if two people live in the household; $39,339 if three people live in the household; $49,437
if four people live in the household; $69,633 if five people live in the household; $79,731 if six people live in the household; $89,829
if seven people live in the household; $99,927 if eight people live in the household; and $120,123 if more than eight people live in
the household. For larger households, add $10,098 for each additional person in the home. Depending on your income level, you
may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program information for details.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
You can apply for New Mexi k i d s at most clinics, hospitals, primary care providers and schools. You can also visit your local
Income Support Division office or call (888) 997-2583 . Visit this page on our Web site for a list of these offices:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/fieldoffices.html
Program Contact Information
For more information about the New Mexi k i d s , please call (888) 997-2583 or visit the following website:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/mad/
Managing Agency
New Mexico
http://www.state.nm.us
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Program Description
WIC is a nutrition program that helps pregnant women, new mothers, and young children eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay
healthy. WIC's mission is to safeguard the health of low-income women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutritional
risk by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care. New Mexico WIC
is administered by the New Mexico Department of Health, Family Health Bureau.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of New Mexico, pregnant, breastfeeding and
postpartum woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at
nutrition risk; and, (2) meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or
has family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or Temporary
Assistance for Needy Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, set up an appointment at the WIC clinic closest to you:
http://www.health.state.nm.us/phd/wicsite/locations.php
Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm
For more information on NM WIC, please visit the New Mexico Department of Health website at:
http://www.health.state.nm.us/phd/wicsite/index.php
You can also call the NM Department of Health toll-free at:
800-280-1618
Managing Agency
Department of Health (NM)
http://www.state.nm.us
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Program Description
The Special Milk Program (SMP) provides milk to children in schools and childcare institutions who do not participate in other
Federal meal service programs. The program reimburses schools for the milk they serve. Schools in the National School Lunch or
School Breakfast Programs may also participate in SMP to provide milk to children in half-day pre-kindergarten and kindergarten
programs where children do not have access to the school meal programs.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk
to low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of New Mexico, your
household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live
in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people
live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight
people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it
participates in the Special Milk Program.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm
Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information about the program.
http://www.ped.state.nm.us/nutrition/index.html
Program Contact Information
Please contact your local school district if you have other inquiries regarding the program.
You can also call the New Mexico Student Nutrition Programs Units at:
505-827-1821
Managing Agency
New Mexico
http://www.state.nm.us
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The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) provides limited assistance to low income homeowners to improve the energy
efficiency of their homes thus reducing their utility costs. Due to the scarcity of resources, priority is given to the lowest income
households. WAP may be used for the following: Leakage reduction including repair or replacement of broken glass or
thresholds, packing cracks, caulking or weather-stripping, installation of door sweeps, fireplace dampers, water heater
insulation blankets, thermostat controls, exterior doors, exterior windows; incidental repairs including lumber to frame or repair
windows and doors, roofing materials to patch or repair leaks, protective materials (paint), or repair materials; health and safety
including stove pipes, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, space heaters, furnace repair/replacement, moisture related
problems, wiring problems; ceiling, wall and floor insulation; measures for mobile homes; and electric base load measures like
new refrigerators. The amount of assistance cannot exceed an average of $2,672 per household with a maximum per house of
$3,663.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of New Mexico, your household's annual income
before taxes must not exceed $16,245 if one person lives in the household; $21,855 if two people live in the household; $27,465 if
three people live in the household; $33,075 if four people live in the household; $38,685 if five people live in the household; $44,295
if six people live in the household; $49,905 if seven people live in the household; and $55,515 if more than seven people live in the
household. For larger households, add $4,300 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, please contact your local administering agency at the following location:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/fieldoffices.html
Program Contact Information
To find out more about the New Mexico Weatherization Assistance Program, please visit:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/liheap.html
TTY users can call at:
800-659-8331
To ask about the program, you can also call the New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority toll-free at:
800-444-6880
Managing Agency
New Mexico
http://www.state.nm.us
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Program Description
The New Mexico Medicaid program is a Federal and state funded program that serves needy individuals and families in New
Mexico who meet financial and other eligibility requirements and certain other individuals who lack adequate resources to pay for
medical care.
The program provides payment for medical services ranging from routine preventive medical care for children to institutional
care for the elderly and disabled. The Medicaid program also ensures access to care through enrollment of medical providers
and access to transportation services to medical care providers through reimbursement to recipients and volunteer drivers.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of New Mexico, a US national, citizen, permanent
resident, or legal alien, in need of health care/insurance assistance, whose financial situation would be characterized as low
income or very low income. You must also be either pregnant, a parent or relative caretaker of a dependent child(ren) under age
19, blind, have a disability or a family member in your household with a disability, or be 65 years of age or older.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
To learn more New Mexico Medicaid, please visit:
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/mad/
You can call toll-free to speak with an Income Support Division (ISD) representative regarding the program at:
888-997-2583
You can also contact the Income Support Division (ISD) office nearest you for more information or to apply for Medicaid. Click
below to link to an interactive state map that will provide you with the contact information to reach your local county office.
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/fieldoffices.html
Managing Agency
New Mexico
http://www.state.nm.us
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American Red Cross - Hobbs, New Mexico DONATE BLOOD AND TISSUE!
PO Box 25,
Hobbs, NM 88240
(505) 393-7516
Fax: (505) 393-3380
E-MAIL: leaarc@earthlink.net
To find out where you can donate blood, call your local Red Cross at (505) 393-7516. Your single donation can help save up to
three lives.
To learn more about blood donation opportunities, visit www.givelife.org or call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543).
Give Blood- the Gift of Life
Many generous Americans nationwide have been donating blood since the terrorist attacks September 11 to ensure a sustained
and secure blood supply for all Americans. Together with the Red Cross, these blood heroes are ensuring that the safest possible
blood is readily available whenever and wherever needed - for the military, for other blood centers in America and for all 5,000 of
America's hospitals.
We all expect blood to be there for us, but barely a fraction of those who can give do. Yet sooner or later, virtually all of us will face
a time of great vulnerability in which we will need blood. And that time is all too often unexpected. From its beginning, the
American Red Cross has formed a community of service, of generous, strong and decent people bound by beliefs beyond
themselves. The honor, spirit and resources of the American people comes forth with neighbors helping neighbors in need -
during earthquakes, floods, fires, storms - and also for the deeply personal and often quiet disasters that require a gift of blood.
To give blood you must be healthy, at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, not have donated blood in the last 56 days or
donated double red cells in the last 112 days. There is no upper age limit. You may not give blood if you have received notification
from the American Red Cross or any other blood collection organization asking you not to do so.
There's No Limit to the Good You Can Do ! Be a tissue donor.
Did you know that just one tissue donor can potentially benefit as many as 50 people? It's true. When you sign on to become a
donor, your generous gift could bring many people new life.
Thanks to people like you, 600,000 lives have been enhanced since the establishment of American Red Cross Tissue services in
1982. However, the need for tissue continues to grow, and tissue such as skin for burn patients and certain sizes of heart valves
for cardiac patients is in high demand.
We need your help.
Becoming a tissue donor is simple, two-step process: first, sign a donor card or driver's license, and second, share your decision
with your family, because next of kin is always asked for consent.
There is no cost to you or your family. All costs related to tissue donation are paid for by the agency recovering the tissue.
All major religions support tissue donation. See statements from various religions.
Recipients will not know who donated the tissue they receive. Selection is not based on race, sex or ethnic origin, but rather on
the medical need of the recipient. The identity of the donor is kept confidential.
Tissue donation will not interfere with a traditional funeral. Tissues are removed by people specifically trained for tissue recovery.
The donor's body is handled with respect and dignity by the Red Cross. Tissue donation does not prohibit an open-casket funeral.
Become a Donor. Call (505) 393-7516 or 1-888-4-TISSUE for more information.
Or learn more about tissue donation in our Tissue Services section
AND....
EMERGENCY MINOR HOME REPAIR PROGRAM
The City of Albuquerque Department of Family and Community Services Provides Funding for Emergency and Minor Home Repairs
for Qualified Homeowners through the Mid-Rio Grande Chapter of the American Red Cross PROGRAM INTENT:
For the past eighteen years, your local American Red Cross Chapter has administered a Community Block Development Grant for
the City of Albuquerque, Department of Family and Community Services.
The objective of the program is to assist low-to-moderate income homeowners who do not have sufficient resources to make
needed repairs to alleviate dangerous conditions in their homes.
Under the terms of the E/MHR grant, all owner-occupants living in the Albuquerque city limits who meet established income and
ownership qualifications may receive FREE emergency and minor home repairs from licensed, bonded contractors, and/or
qualified technicians.
Repairs on the property should be of an emergency nature and the owner must have no other resources for repairs.
CLIENT ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS:
In order to be eligible for the Emergency and Minor Home Repair Program you MUST meet the following requirements:
• The property must be inside the City limits
• The owner must reside in the home and provide proof of ownership
• The household income must not exceed the HUD guidlines listed below:
Three (3) months of consecutive check stubs or a Social Security Benefit Letter for the current year and/or a Pension Retirement
Letter, etc. must be provided
Family Size Annual Income*
1 Person $30,350
2 People $34,700
3 People $39,000
4 People $43,350
5 People $46,850
6 People $50,300
7 People $53,750
8 People $57,250
• If you have a checking account
Provide six (6) months checking account balance
• If you have a savings account
Provide current savings account balance
• No other resources for repair
*Please Note: Income limits include all residents living in the home at the time services are provided.
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Through the Emergency Minor Home Repair Progam, the American Red Cross will hire licensed, bonded contractors to provide
repairs for the following services:
ELECTRICAL
FURNACE REPAIRS
GAS LEAKS
MAIN WATER LINES
MAJOR PLUMBING
ROOF REPAIRS
ROOF REPLACEMENTS
(funding permitting)
SEWER LINE PROBLEMS
WATER HEATERS
American Red Cross technicians may provide repairs for the following services:
MINOR PLUMBING REPAIRS
MINOR HOME REPAIRS
The program provides replacements only when repairs are not successful.
SERVICES NOT PROVIDED:
ADDITIONS OR REMODELS
PAINTING - YARD WORK
APPLIANCE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT
SCREENS AND SCREEN DOORS
PORCHES / GARAGES / OUTBUILDINGS
We always repair what can be repaired and make replacements only when necessary.
HOW TO GET STARTED -
To apply for service, please call 265-8514, ext. 33
You will need to have the following information ready*:
• Your name, phone number and address
• The number of persons living in your home
• The source and amount of income for all persons living in your home(documentation is required)
• Proof of home ownership and the value of your property (deed, title and/or real estate contract)
• The nature of the repairs to be completed.
*Please Note: No work can begin until documentation of income, assets, and home ownership has been received.
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S E R V I C E C E N T E R S:
Los Alamos
Serving: Los Alamos and Rio Arriba counties
475 20th Street
Los Alamos, NM 87544
Phone (505) 662-7165
Fax: (505) 662-6261
Tierra del Sol
Serving: Colfax, Harding, Mora, San Miguel,
Santa Fe, Taos and Union counties
1213 Mercantile Road, Suite B
Santa Fe, NM 87507
Phone: (505) 424-1611
Fax: (505) 424-3252
Valencia
Serving: Valencia and Socorro counties
101 South Main Street, Suite 307
Belen, NM 87002
Phone (505) 864-6357
Fax: (505) 864-3045
E-mail: valencianm@msn.com
Zia
Serving: Curry, De Baca, Guadalupe, Roosevelt and Quay counties
108 West Second Street
Clovis, NM 88101
Phone (505) 763-4129
Fax: (505) 762-8922
E-Mail: ziarc@plateautel.net
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