Health in New Mexico
To ensure health equity, we work with our partners to promote health and well-being and improve health outcomes for all people in New Mexico.
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We have many programs designed to help people in need. From food assistance to Child Support we are working to improve the security and promote independence for New Mexicans in their communities.
Health Coverage
Protect your family’s health! You may qualify for health coverage. We are here to help.
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
The New Mexico Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program is proud to offer free healthy foods, nutrition education, nursing support, and community connections to help families live their best in the Land of Enchantment.
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Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
The mission of the Income Support Division is to relieve, minimize or eliminate poverty and to make available certain services for eligible low-income individuals and families through statewide programs of financial assistance, food assistance, employment assistance and training services.
Child Support Establishment and Enforcement
The Child Support Enforcement Division administers the state and federal program to collect support from Non-custodial Parents. Its primary mission is to maximize the collection of child support for all New Mexico children.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
The mission of the Income Support Division is to relieve, minimize or eliminate poverty and to make available certain services for eligible low-income individuals and families through statewide programs of financial assistance, food assistance, employment assistance and training services.
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
The mission of the Income Support Division is to relieve, minimize or eliminate poverty and to make available certain services for eligible low-income individuals and families through statewide programs of financial assistance, food assistance, employment assistance and training services.
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
The mission of the Income Support Division is to relieve, minimize or eliminate poverty and to make available certain services for eligible low-income individuals and families through statewide programs of financial assistance, food assistance, employment assistance and training services.
Health Care Coordination/Transportation
The Healthcare Division is dedicated to assisting and advocating on the behalf of our veterans and their families with their healthcare related needs. The Division develops and coordinates veteran programs and outreach that promote transitional living, housing, suicide prevention, advocacy, and transportation related to healthcare access and issues for New Mexico Veterans.
Aging and Disability Resource Center
The ADRC is here to assist elders, persons with disabilities and caregivers to find services and resources to help them live well and independently.
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
Do you have questions or concerns about private and government benefit programs? The ADRC’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) helps with all health insurance questions, including Medicare and Medicaid.
Ombudsman Program (ALTSD)
Providing a voice for vulnerable adults who might otherwise go unheard…
Through regular visits to nursing homes and assisted living facilities, we help residents by:
- Advocating for Their Rights
- Investigating Complaints
- Helping to Resolve Concerns
- Ensuring They Receive the Quality of Care They Deserve
Older Americans Act Title 3 and Title 6 Services
The state plan has been developed to meet requirements under Title III and Title VII of the Older Americans Act. The act provides funding for a variety of programs and services for older New Mexicans and their caregivers, including supportive services, nutrition programs, disease prevention and health promotion initiatives, elder rights protection activities and caregiver support programs.
Adult Protective Services
If you suspect an adult is being abused, neglected, or exploited, call Adult Protective Services Statewide Intake, toll-free at 1-866-654-3219 or 1-505-476-4912.
We are committed to protecting the safety of adults who are not able to protect themselves and to promoting the personal choice and self-determination of all we serve.
Vital Records
We collect, process, correct and issue copies of birth and death certificates
New Mexico Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
The New Mexico Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program is proud to offer free healthy foods, nutrition education, nursing support, and community connections to help families live their best in the Land of Enchantment.
Medical Cannabis Program
The Medical Cannabis Program ensures patients have safe access to medicine for a number of qualifying health conditions, and licenses non-profit producers and dispensaries in the state.
Public Health Offices
Our more than 50 public health offices across the state provide a wide array of services from immunizations (available for children through age 18 and limited for adults), family planning services (to include pregnancy tests and some forms of birth control), testing and treatment with partner services for sexually transmitted diseases, and Children’s Medical Services for children and youth with special health care needs.
Outdoor Recreation Division
The Outdoor Recreation Division works to ensure that all New Mexicans gain from the public health, environmental, and economic benefits of sustainable outdoor recreation. The department is headed by Acting Director Alyssa Renwick.
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