Senior Services

 

1. City of Albuquerque Department of Senior Affairs

The Department offers a wide range of services to support older adults, including:

  • Senior Meals: Nutritious meals provided at various senior and multigenerational centers.
  • Senior Transportation: Transportation services to and from senior centers and for medical appointments.
  • Senior Information & Assistance: Guidance on available resources and services.
  • Case Management: Personalized assistance for seniors to navigate services.
  • Home Services: Support with home chores, minor repairs, and retrofitting.
  • Silver Alert: A notification system for missing seniors.
  • Vial of Life: A program providing critical medical information to first responders.

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2. Senior & Multigenerational Centers

The city operates several centers offering activities, meals, and social services:

  • Highland Senior Center

    • Address: 131 Monroe NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
    • Phone: (505) 256-2000

  • Bear Canyon Senior Center

    • Address: 4645 Pitt NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
    • Phone: (505) 291-6211

  • North Valley Senior Center

    • Address: 3825 4th Street NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
    • Phone: (505) 761-4025

  • Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center

    • Address: 501 Elizabeth SE, Albuquerque, NM 87123
    • Phone: (505) 275-8731

For a complete list of centers, visit the Senior & Multigenerational Centers page.

3. Senior Transportation Services

Transportation is available for seniors to access meal sites, medical appointments, and senior centers.

  • Reservations: Call (505) 764-6464 to schedule rides.
  • Service Area: Within a five-mile radius of senior centers and a six-mile radius for certain areas.
  • Website: Senior Transportation

4. Care Coordination

Personalized assessments and assistance for seniors to access necessary services.

5. New Mexico Aging & Long-Term Services Department

Provides resources and support for seniors statewide, including:

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC): Assistance with accessing services and benefits.
  • Adult Protective Services: Protects vulnerable adults from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

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6. UNM Health Senior Care Services

Offers comprehensive healthcare services tailored for seniors, including:

  • Memory & Aging Center: Specialized care for Alzheimer's and dementia.
  • Senior Health Clinic: Geriatric assessments and primary care.

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7. Always Best Care Senior Services

Provides in-home care services to help seniors maintain independence, including:

  • Light Housekeeping
  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Preparation
  • Companionship

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