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Dear Caregivers & Friends:

I’m happy to present the latest edition of the Family Caregiver Resource Guide. According to the Family Caregiver Alliance of the National Center on Caregiving, 43.5 million of adult family caregivers care for someone 50+ years of age. There are an additional 14.9 million caregivers who care for someone who has Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. A caregiver is an unpaid individual involved in assisting others

with activities of daily living and/or medical tasks. At one point in our lives, it is highly likely that we will hold the title of Caregiver. We will provide this assistance to our spouse, partner, family member, friend, or neighbor. Most caregivers do not get paid; formal caregivers are paid to provide care to an individual in their home or in a residential facility, adult day care facility, etc.

More than one in six Americans working full or part time report assisting with the care of an elderly or disabled family member, relative, or friend. Caregivers working at least 15 hours per week said it significantly affected their work life (Gallup Healthways Wellbeing Survey, November 2012). This statistic illustrates the reason why this resource guide is helpful. In order to assist the unpaid Caregiver, the 2014 Family Caregiver Resource Guide offers Caregivers a wealth of information to assist them in their role. Caregivers can find out how they can register their loved one with the Department of Senior Affairs Silver Alert Program, participate in the Savvy Caregiver Program offered by the Alzheimer’s Association, NM Chapter, and have a variety of important phone numbers at their fingertips.

I am thankful for all of you who have accepted the role of a Caregiver. The service that you provide makes a difference in someone’s life. As a Caregiver, you can get so busy that you neglect some of your needs, so I would encourage you to keep yourself healthy so that you can continue to provide the best care possible for your loved one. I would also encourage you to familiarize yourself with the services offered by the City of Albuquerque’s Department of Senior Affairs. The department offers a variety of services to people of all ages in our community, including Caregivers. Visit one of our senior centers or a multigenerational center and participate in an activity or class. Call the Senior Information Line at (505) 764-6400 to learn more about the services and programs offered by the Department of Senior Affairs.

Age Well Albuquerque!

Richard J. Berry, Mayor City of Albuquerque

Richard J. Berry, Mayor Jorja Armijo-Brasher, Director

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Jorja Armijo-Brasher, Director City of Albuquerque

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Richard J. Berry, Mayor Jorja Armijo-Brasher, Director

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Fall 2013

Dear Friends:

Someone once said, “About the only thing that comes without effort is old age.” There are some people who make the aging process look effortless. There are others who need a lot of assistance as they age. Some of these individuals are fortunate to get some help. In most cases, this assistance comes in the form of another person or people. We call those who step up to help others through the aging process, Caregivers. Many seniors in our community rely on Caregivers for

so many things. Caregivers help seniors get to their medical appointments, ensure that seniors are taking their medication properly, make certain that they eat and bathe, and provide them with socialization. The role of a Caregiver is not a small task and many Caregivers do not receive a paycheck, they do it freely and with good heart. To those Caregivers reading this right now, I would like to THANK YOU for everything you do while caring for another individual. Your work requires a tremendous amount of effort.

The City of Albuquerque’s Department of Senior Affairs is pleased to continue our partnership with Prime Time Publishing Company to ensure that this publication reaches as many Caregivers in our community as possible. This booklet is a resource guide for Caregivers. Please take a moment to look at the guide and make use of the variety of services and resources that are available in our community. I am hopeful that this Family Caregiver Resource Guide will add value to your role as a Caregiver.

I would also like to encourage you to utilize the Department’s Senior Information Line to learn more about the Department of Senior Affairs. A team of employees staff the Senior Information Line, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The phone number is (505) 764-6400.

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Dear Readers,

The challenging roles that family caregivers play in the lives of so many people are immeasurable. Their struggles, their challenges and obstacles are plentiful, yet they go about their jobs with such love and devotion that many of us do not realize what they go through. Our Family Caregiver Resource Guide is helping to provide answers and direct people to qualified caregivers throughout the greater Albuquerque area.Providing care to our most precious elderly and frail loved ones is one of the most important jobs in our society. Caregivers and those seeking care often feel as if they are out on their own, struggling with questions or lacking resources to help them.

Our 8th annual Family Caregiver Guide is made possible by our partners – the City of Albuquerque Department of Senior Affairs (DSA) and our many advertisers. We offer the Family Caregiver Resource Guide at the beginning of November to coincide with National Caregivers Month. It is distributed widely throughout Albuquerque and Rio Rancho. This year, Santa Fe’s Family Caregiver Resource Guide will be published and distributed in January.You can get a copy of the guide at the Department of Senior Affairs, the New Mexico Aging and Long Term Services Department, at our advertisers’ locations and at all major grocery stores. Whether you are seeking a compassionate and qualified caregiver for yourself or a loved one, or if you serve as a provider to someone in need, please know that we at Prime Time Publishing are happy to make the Family Caregiver Resource Guide available to you again this year. Each year we hear from many people about how our guide has helped them. We use everyone’s feedback to keep making the guide useful and even better year after year.Again, thank you to all the caregivers who give of themselves so that others can live in dignity, with care and compassion.

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David Rivord

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CITY OF ALBUQUERQUE

MAYOR’S OFFICE• Richard J. Berry, Mayor• Robert J. Perry, Chief Administrative Officer• John Soladay, Chief Operations Officer

DEPARTMENT OF SENIOR AFFAIRShttp://www.cabq.gov/seniors• Jorja Armijo-Brasher, Director (505) 764-6469• Rhonda Methvin, Recreation Division Manager (505) 764-6450• Anthony R. Romero, Social Services Division Manager (505) 764-6406• Kathy Black, Nutrition/Transportation Division Manager (505) 764-6470• Joy Klotz, Senior Affairs Program Manager (505) 764-6430

CITY COUNCILORShttp://www.cabq.gov/council/councilors• Ken Sanchez, VP, District 1• Roxanna Meyers, District 2• Isaac Benton, District 3• Brad Winter, District 4• Dan Lewis, President, District 5• Rey Garduño, District 6• Janice E. Arnold-Jones, District 7• Trudy E. Jones, District 8• Don Harris, District 9

DEPARTMENT OF SENIOR AFFAIRS ADVISORY COUNCIL• Yumi Johnson – Chair• Alvino Provencio – Vice Chair• Debby Knotts• Marianne Chiffelle • Mabel Padilla • Felipe Gonzales• Grant Slade• Susan White• Agnes Vallejos

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DEPARTMENT OF SENIOR AFFAIRS LETTER . . . . . . . . . . . . 5PUBLISHER’S LETTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6CITY OF ALBUQUERQUE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

EMERGENCY CONTACT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4CAREGIVER GUIDE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Saavy Caregiver Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Managing Cronic Disease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Take Care of The Caregiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Communicating With Doctors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Silver Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Other Caregiver Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

GENERAL RESOURCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20SPONSORED BY A&R MEDICAL SUPPLY

City, State, County Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Help With Household Expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Food Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Home Maintenance/ Handy Man Services . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Access and Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Groups and Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Retail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Senior Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Senior Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Satellite Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Services for the Disabled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Transportation Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Veterans Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

HEALTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Acupuncture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Adult Day Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Behavioral Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Cancer Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Case or Care Management and Guardianship. . . . . . . . . 31Clinic Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Counseling Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Hearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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Hospitals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Medical Supplies/Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Pharmacies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Rehabilitation Hospitals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

HOME CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Home Health Services Medical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Home Health Services Non-Medical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Personal Care at Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Personal Emergency Response Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Respite Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

BENEFITS, ASSISTANCE & INSURANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Benefits/Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Insurance Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Medicare. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

LEGAL/FINANCIAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Estate Planning/Wills/Senior Law Practices . . . . . . . . . . . 68Financial Service Firms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Guardianship/Conservatorship Power of Attorney . . . . . . 68Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69Legal Aid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Reverse Mortgages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

RESIDENTIAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Alzheimer’s/Memory Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Assisted Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Independent Living/Active Adult Communities . . . . . . . . . 78Nursing Homes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Reverse Mortgage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Senior Housing Referral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Skilled and Intermediate Care Nursing Facilities . . . . . . . 82

END-OF-LIFE SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Funeral Pre-Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Funeral Products & Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Hospice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

GLOSSARY (COMMON TERMS AND ACRONYMS) . . . . . . . 89ADVERTISER INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

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The Alzheimer’s Association estimates that there are currently 31,000 New Mexicans with Alzheimer’s disease, and around 80% of them are cared for in their home by friends or family. Individuals who care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia typically report higher stress levels than those who care for older adults with other conditions, and they provide care for a longer period of time. Almost 60% of Alzheimer’s caregivers report that their stress is “high” or “very high.” There is help though, and it is offered by the Alzheimer’s Association, New Mexico Chapter.

Savvy Caregiver is a free, seven-week, evidence-based course that teaches practical strategies for caregiving while increasing caregiver skill and decreasing caregiver stress. The program is a unique approach to family caregiver education. It has been developed by clinicians and educators who understand that caregiving is in many ways a form of clinical work, and have tailored the training accordingly. The central concept is the notion of

strategy; throughout the program caregivers are urged to learn, develop and modify strategies that will be used to accomplish the goal for their particular caregiving situation. Another main tenet of the program is for the caregiver to integrate a contented involvement with the person they are caring for into their daily life. The program presents ideas from many disciplines and sources. Throughout the program caregivers are urged to learn, develop and modify strategies that will be used to accomplish the goal for their particular caregiving situation.

Previous participants report that the class has helped them see their caregiving responsibilities in a new light, and that they continue to use the strategies they learned as they travel through their caregiving journey.

Each class is two hours in length and class size is limited, so you must pre-register. For more information or to register for future classes, please call 505.266.4473, or visit alz.org/newmexico.

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The goal of the City of Albuquerque, Department of Senior Affairs’ new Manage Your Chronic Disease (MyCD) Program is to improve the physical and emotional health of adults with chronic diseases, and their caregivers, by helping them gain self-confidence in their ability to manage their symptoms and how their health problems affect their lives.

The MyCD Program follows the Chronic Disease Self-Management Program developed by Stanford University’s School of Medicine Division of Family and Community Medicine. The MyCD Program is a guided workshop delivered two and one-half hours, once a week, for six weeks, in community settings such as senior centers, churches, health care facilities, etc. People with different chronic health problems (regardless of age), and their caregivers, come together to attend these workshops that are facilitated by two trained leaders, one or both of whom are non-health professionals with chronic diseases themselves.

Subjects covered include: • techniques for dealing with

problems such as frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation;

• appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility, and endurance;

• appropriate use of medications;

• communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals;

• nutrition; and how to evaluate new treatments.

Classes are highly participative, where mutual support and success build the participants’ confidence in their ability to manage their health and maintain active and fulfilling lives. Participants make weekly action plans, share experiences, and help each other solve problems they encounter in creating and carrying out their individualized self-management program. The COA MyCD Program does not conflict with an individuals’ existing health improvement program or treatment plan, but rather is designed to enhance regular treatment and disease-specific education.

Expected outcomes of the COA MyCD Program include improvement in program participant self-reported levels of: health, energy, stretching and strengthening exercise, and endurance exercise while, concurrently, documenting participant decreases in health distress and hospitalizations.

MyCD workshops are FREE and run throughout the year.

Call 880 – 2800 to choose your class and reserve your space today.

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If you are reading this resource guide looking for information on how to better care for a loved one, you have probably crossed one of the largest hurdles in taking care of yourself as you take care of a loved one – you have identified yourself as a caregiver. As with other situations or problems, you must first acknowledge the condition exists before you can deal with it.

Recognize that caregiving is a job. And it is often NOT a one person job. Even if the caregiving is currently a 3-hour per week running-to-buy-groceries-for-Mom job, it can very quickly and unexpectedly escalate into a 168-hour per week – in other words, 24/7 obligation.

That’s more than four 40-hour work weeks – a four person job. A good place to begin is to create a “job description” for your caregiving by defining:

What is your goal in providing care?

What tasks need to be performed to achieve this goal?

How much of this can you realistically do?

What do you need help with? What would you like help with?What do you need to learn to

achieve the goal? Think about who you know, or what

agency described in this guide, can help you achieve the goal.

Who likes to do some of the household chores you hate to do?

If you need to learn to change Mom’s surgical dressings, where could you get training in this?

Give yourself permission to accept help. Use the resources listed in this resource guide, whether they are local or national. Give yourself permission to utilize respite care – think of it as vacation time from your caregiving job. You take vacations from your paying job after all.

Caregiving can be socially isolating and extremely stressful. Be aware you are not alone. In the U.S. alone, approximately 50 million people – nearly one-quarter of the population – are family caregivers. There are support groups both locally and online that can help you get through the rough spots. (As with all online support groups/chat rooms, take care in using them and don’t give anyone any personal information such as your Social Security number, street address, etc.)

Take care of yourself first. If you’ve ever flown on a commercial jet, you’ve heard the flight attendants give the presentation about what to do if the cabin pressure drops: you are instructed to put your own oxygen mask on before trying to help anyone else with their masks. The same is true with caregiving – you have to take care of yourself in order to take care of anyone else. But caregivers can easily get so wrapped up in caring for their loved one, they put off their own healthcare needs. Because of the isolation and stress, you need to be watchful for signs of depression and physical ill-health. Caregivers are especially prone to back injuries and stress-related health problems. The best gift you can give your care recipient is your own good health.

Educate Yourself • Learn about your loved

one’s condition.• Learn how you and the rest of the

family can better cope with the health condition.

• Learn how to better communicate with doctors and professionals in the caregiving system.

• Learn what technology is available to help you be a more efficient and effective caregiver.

• Learn your rights as a caregiver.

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Communicating With DoctorsCaregivers often find

themselves in an awkward position with doctors and other health care providers. You might feel like you are not getting the information you need or they aren’t aware of your role in the elder’s life. Here are a few tips that may help improve communications:Identify Yourself as a Caregiver

Don’t just say, “I’m her daughter.” Be clear about your role so the health care provider knows why you are there. Say, “I’m her daughter and I’m the one who takes care of her at home.”

Get written permission for private information to be shared with you.

Many healthcare professionals will not be comfortable letting you stay in the room during an exam or talking to you about your elder’s health because they want to protect your elder’s privacy. It’s best to deal with this issue by having the elder sign HIPAA form(s) giving you the right to this information. The form stays in the elder’s chart so any of the doctor’s staff can see they may share information with you without getting in trouble.

If you have one, provide a copy of the Power of Attorney

for Health Care to the doctor. Ask for a longer visit when you call to make appointments.

Most clinic and doctor’s office visits are very short. Telling them you will need more time to discuss your concerns is very important. Or ask for a consultation appointment.

Before the appointment write down your concerns and questions and any information you want the doctor to have. That way you’ll be able to stay organized and make the best use of your limited time.

Always take a complete current list of the medications the elder is taking with you to any health care appointment.Useful Hints• Write down questions to ask

the doctor in advance so you don’t forget.

• Ask about prescription drugs to be clear what they are for and how to take them.

• If needed, be sure the physician and hospital have a copy of Health Care Power of Attorney or DNR paperwork.

Questions To Ask Doctor and/or Pharmacist About Medications• Why is this medication being

prescribed? Is there a generic?

• Exactly what is the dose

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and how is it supposed to be taken?

• What is it supposed to do? How will we be able to tell if it is working?

• How long will it take to have an effect?

• If this medication does not work, how would one know?

• What kinds of side effects or reactions should be expected? What should the response to those side effects be?

• Will this medication react badly with other medications the elder is already taking?

• Should the medication be taken with food or on an empty stomach?

• What else can one do to make sure the medication works the way it’s supposed to?

• Take your medication list to the pharmacy and ask for answers to any questions that weren’t answered by the doctor.

New Diagnosis of Disease or Problem• What does this mean?

What parts of the body might be affected?

• Is this in any way related to other problems the elder has?

• What treatments are available?

• Ask about alternative

treatments like massage or acupuncture.

• Is this a problem that gets better or does it stay with you? If it may improve, how long might that take?

• How might this affect the elder’s ability to function day-to-day?

Other Questions to Ask a Doctor or Clinic Staff• Does the primary care

physician have a case manager assigned to the practice group who might be able to assist the patient and his/her family caregiver system?

• When a patient is discharged from the hospital is there a discharge planner available to assist with follow up plans at home? (Medicare requires formal discharge planning.)

• If indicated, a request can be made to the primary care physician for a home health and home safety evaluation consultation. This consult would be aimed at assessing:

• Home safety and equipment needs

• Education/training needs • Skilled care needsAn assessment can introduce

a home health social worker into the picture to help broker and make linkages for the family caregiver to other resources.

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MedicationsFamily caregivers should be encouraged to ask for assistance with the costs of prescription medications when indicated. Assistance can include: • The medical practitioner

prescribing the most affordable alternatives (FYI: a generic drug must have the same active ingredient(s) as its brand name equivalent)

• Referral to the NM ALTS MEDBANK for assistance in obtaining free or low-cost medications and counseling for Medicare programs such as the discount drug card and Part D prescription drug coverage

• Family caregivers might also inquire about the availability of caregiver support group services offered through many of the health care systems.

Hints for Managing Medications

Managing your care recipient’s medications can be a challenge. Here are some hints from a University of New Mexico senior care case manager that might help you:

First: Talk with the pharmacist or physician about all of the medications the care recipient is taking:

• Is there any duplication?• Are all of the medications

necessary?• Are there indications that some

of the medications should not be taken together?

Second: Talk with the physician and ask him/her to rewrite the prescriptions so some or all of them can be refilled at the same time thus saving you many different trips to the pharmacy each month.

Third: If you live separately from the person you care for and are concerned with the care recipient not taking or not remembering to take their medications, try the following:

• Purchase a pill box with large compartments and lettering and arrange medications a week at a time.

• Call the care recipient when the medications are to be taken and talk with her/him until they are done taking their medications. If this is successful, you may not need to make the daily trips to ensure medications are being taken.

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More than 38,000 individuals in New Mexico suffer from Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. Statistics show that about 60 % of these individuals will wander at some time or another. The Albuquerque Police Department and the Department of Senior Affairs are working together through the Silver Alert program to ensure missing persons with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia are quickly returned to their family or caregiver. Silver Alert is a public notification system to broadcast information about missing persons who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease of other dementias. The system notifies the public of a missing senior using television, radio, electronic billboards, reverse 911 and traffic signs. The public is asked to call a phone number if they see the missing person. Individuals who are 60 or older and suffer from Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia are eligible to register for Silver Alert. The Department of Senior Affairs will place vital information and a photo of the individual on a USB drive and give the drive to the family member/caregiver who accompanied the person to the Silver Alert registration.

When the family member/caregiver determines that their loved one is missing, they are asked to call 242-COPS. An officer from the Albuquerque Police Department will come to the residence, or the place from which the person is missing, and initiate an investigation. If the person is not found immediately, the Silver Alert will be issued, notifying all media sources of the importance of finding the individual as quickly as possible. The alert will contain a photograph of the person and state their name, description, age, relevant medical conditions, vehicle type if applicable and their last know whereabouts. If you had previously registered your loved one with Silver Alert, this important information will be on the USB drive in your possession that you already completed with the assistance of the Department of Senior Affairs. At that time, you will turn over the USB drive that contains this vital information to the Albuquerque Police Office working with you. Registration for Silver Alert is on-going. If you are interested in registering your loved one for Silver Alert, please contact the Department of Senior Affairs at 505-764-6400.

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The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, NAMI provides support group services. They can be reached by calling 505-256-0288. Or you can visit them online at www.nami.org.NAMI is devoted to reaching out to families, friends and those affected by mental illness which is very prevelant among the elderly population. Their assistance is free.

Friends is Time Caregiver Support Group. This group is exclusively for caregivers who care for family or friends affected by severe neuromuscular disease such as ALS and MS. Meets 3rd Wednesday of each month. Call for information 505-872-9301.

ONLINE RESOURCESCaregiver Survival Resources (caregiver911.com). A regularly updated clearinghouse of links to caregiver resources available on the internet. Short how-to lists and links to short articles.

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid services (cms.hhs.gov)

Eldercare Online (ec-online.net)Community for people caring for aged loved ones including information, discussion boards and more. This site has free articles of interest for caregivers and links to Amazon Books for ordering material.

Indian Health Service (www.ihs.gov)

John A. Hartford Foundation Institute for Geriatric Nursing (hartfordign.org)Shaping care for the elderly nationwide through nursing…Guiding innovation in nursing practice, education, research, public policy to enhance and humanize care for the elderly… Providing knowledge and information to the professional and the public. They offer a FREE geriatric nursing course online.

Law and Elder Rights (seniorlaw.com)This is a website where senior citizens, their families, attorneys, social workers and financial planners can access information about Elder Law, Medicare, Medicaid, estate planning, trusts and the rights of the elderly and

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disabled. The resource pages are particularly strong, with extensive links to everything and anything remotely related to the rights and status of elders.

National Association for Home Care and Hospice (nahc.org)The NAHC’s mission is to help ensure people who are elderly, disabled or chronically ill can obtain health care and services in their own homes, making institutionalization a last resort. They provide an extensive array of information about what is available in home care services, how to find it, how to access it and how to pay for it. Look under “Consumers”

National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers (caremanager.org)NAPGCM is a non-profit, professional organization of practitioners whose goal is the advancement of dignified care for the elderly and their families.

National Center for Injury Prevention and Control-Fall Prevention Programs for Seniors (www.cdc.gov/ncipc/falls/default.htm)This website offers information on falls, their causes, outcomes and prevention strategies.

National Center on Elder Abuse (elderabusecenter.org)This site provides comprehensive information for anyone involved in caring for elders or working in adult protection, health care, Social services or law enforcement agencies where elder abuse issues are encountered.

National Family Caregivers Association (thefamilycaregiver.org)This site is one or the best for information for caregivers of elders.

National Indian Council of Aging (nicoa.org)The National Indian Council on Aging has served as the nation’s foremost non-profit advocate for the nation’s American Indian and Alaska Native elders. NICOA strives to better the lives of the nations indigenous seniors through advocacy, employment training, dissemination of information and data support.

U.S. Administration of Aging (aoa.gov)This website includes information for elders and caregivers, professionals, and researchers in aging.

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CITYCity of Albuquerque Department of Senior Affairs (DSA) ......... .................................................................................505-764-6400714 7th St SW, Senior Information Line.(cabq.gov/seniorsInformation, referrals and assistance with senior concernsand issues. Linkages to senior services and other communityresources.City of Albuquerque Dept. of Family & Community Services .................................................................................505-768-2860City of Santa Fe County Division Senior Services .....................1121 Alto St. .......................................................... 505-955-4721

STATENew Mexico Aging & Long-Term Services Aging & Disabilities Resource Center ................. 505-476-4799www.nmaging.state.nm.us Dedicated to promoting theindependence and dignity of elders and people with disabilities.New Mexico Department of Health ....................... 505-827-2613 New Mexico State Agency on Aging .................... 800-432-2080

COUNTYOutcomes, Inc: Sandoval Senior Connection ........ 505-243-2551Sandoval County Public Health Office ................ 505-867-2291 Sandoval County Senior Program ....................... 505-867-7535Torrance County Senior Services ........................ 505-384-5010Valencia County Older American Program ......... 505-864-6739 or .............................................................................505-864-2663

HELP WITH HOUSEHOLD EXPENSESCentury Link (Qwest) Low Income Telephone Assistance Program ...................................................................800-244-1111 Provides a discount on telephone service to Medicaid, and LIHEAP recipients. Ask for “products and services” whenyou get into automated system. Home Education Livelihood Program (HELP) .... 505-265-3714Offers assistance with utilities, rent and food vouchers to eligiblehouseholds. One type of assistance can be requested per year bya given household. Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Applications taken at and NM Human Services Department IncomeSupport Division offices.Assists income eligible households by giving a one-time paymenttoward energy bills.PNM Good Neighbor Fund .................................... 888-342-5766

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Heat New Mexico Fund ............................................. 505-697-3335Assistance with Gas only. Silver Horizons ........................................................... 505-884-3881

Non-profit organization whose programs include helpwith heating and water bills, retrofitting homes with handicapequipment and providing need remodeling services.

HOME MAINTENANCE/ HANDY MAN SERVICESDepartment of Senior Affairs, Home Services Program ........................................................................................ 505-764-6400Home Chores. Chore service such as seasonal light yardcleaning and installation of smoke detectors for frail and lowincome, Bernalillo County homeowner occupants, aged 60+Minor Home Repair (non-licensed work only). Minor repairsfor low income, Bernalillo County homeowner occupants,aged 60+Home Retrofit Wheelchair ramps, grab bars, safety railsand bathroom safety equipment. Under 60 years old,disabled individuals within City limits only, must meet incomeguidelines. 60+ throughout Bernalillo County with no incomecriteria.

FOOD ASSISTANCEBernalillo County Extension Office ....................... 505-243-13861510 Menaul NW Learn how to cook with the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP). It is a free education programavailable to limited-income families, individuals and seniorcitizens. Participants learn to prepare nutritious meals, develophealthy eating habits and stretch food dollars. Sessions can bein family’s home or small neighborhood groups. DSA Home-Delivered Meals ................................. 505-764-6400Home-delivered meals for frail, home-bound elderly 60+ whocannot cook for themselves and have no one to cook for themECHO Inc. CSFP ................................................... 505-242-6777Box of food each month for income and age eligible. Meals on Wheels of ABQ ..................................... 505-823-8064 www.mow-nm.org Home delivered, freshly prepared, hearthealthy meals daily.Multi-Service Centers These local-government centersprovide emergency food boxes/commodities and some otherassistance as well, depending on the center. You must live withinthe vicinity of the center to receive assistance. There are incomeguidelines.

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FOOD ASSISTANCE (CONT)Los Griegos Health and Social Service Center ......... 505-761-4050 East Central Multi-Service Center, 217 San Pablo SE ........................................................................................ 505-256-2070John Marshall Multi-Service Center, 1500 Walter SE ........................................................................................ 505-848-1345Alamosa Multi-Service Center, 6900 Gonzales SW ........................................................................................ 505-836-8800Roadrunner Food Bank www.rrfb.org ................... 505-247-2052 Salvation Army Emergency Food Project ............ 505-872-1171Groceries for persons in need. Need proof of residency andincome. The Storehouse .....................................................505-842-6491 A monthly food box program for elderly, disabled and homebound persons.

ACCESS & MOBILITY EQUIPMENTA & R Medical Supply ............................................505-256-1610 5010 Lomas NEA & R Medical Supply ............................................505-917-9344 2003 Southern Blvd. Ste 123, Rio RanchoA & R Medical Supply ............................................505-469-0510 720 St. Michael’s Dr., Santa FeSouthwest Lift Installation, LLC ...........................505-891-3346 Mobility Products - 315-B Juan Tabo Blvd.

GROUPS AND ORGANIZATIONSNew Mexico Direct Caregivers Coalition .............505-867-6046 www.nmdcc.org Giving a Voice to Family and ProfessionalCaregivers in New Mexico

RETAILA & R Medical Supply ............................................505-256-1610 5010 Lomas NE A & R Medical Supply ............................................505-917-9344 2003 Southern Blvd. Ste. 123, Rio RanchoA & R Medical Supply ............................................505-469-0510 720 St Michael’s Dr., Santa FeSouthwest Lift Installation, LLC ...........................505-891-3346 Mobility Products - 315-B Juan Tabo Blvd.Worth Hearing Center ...........................................505-872-4327 7520 Montgomery NE, Ste. E-15 www.worthhearing.comWorth Hearing Center ...........................................505-872-4327 1350 Jackie Rd. SE Suite 103 Rio Rancho. www.worthhearingcom

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Coordination,Planning & Monitoring

Guardianship Services • Transportation

505-897-3009www.MBGCM.com • www.TheSilverRunner.com

SENIOR SERVICESAddus Health Care .................................................505-792-8230 4004 Carlisle NE Suite GAdelante Compadres Senior Center .....................505-341-7135 5411 Osuna Rd NEAmerigroup Medicare Advantage Plans ...............866-204-7288 ................................................................... TTY 800-855-2880Apple Valley Home Care, LLC ...............................505-850-68703301-R Coors Blvd. N.W. #276Caregivers To The Rescue .....................................505-554-3919 www.caregiverstotherescue.comComfort Keepers (ABQ/Rio Rancho) ....................505-232-70708201-B Louisiana NEComfort Keepers (East Mountains & Valencia County) .............. ..................................................................................505-515-0001 12126-D Hwy 14 North, Cedar CrestComfort Keepers (Santa Fe) ..................................505-982-12981301 Luisa St. Suite C. Santa Fe NM 87505Companion Care .....................................................505-293-58581120 Pennsylvania St. NE Ste. 101 www.CompanionCareNM.comCornucopia Adult and Family Services ................ 505-877-1310www.cornucopia-ads.org Cornucopia Greenhouse “Growing with us”Geriatric Care Management/SilverRunner TransportationServices ...................................................................505-897-3009InnovAge Greater New Mexico PACE ...................505-924-2650904 Las Lomas NE, www.myinnovage.orgRight At Home .........................................................505-266-58886721 Academy Rd. NE, Ste. CShare Your Care - For site location call ...................................... ...............................................................505-298-1700 ext. 21St. Anthony’s Home Healthcare Services ...........505-865-61281202 Main St. Bldg. C Suite 200 Los Lunas, NMSt. Anthony’s Home Healthcare Services ...........505-888-96182917 Carlisle NE Ste.105 www.StAnthonysHomeHealth.com

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SENIOR CENTERSBernalillo CountyBarelas Senior Center ............................................505-764-6436714 7th Street, 87102Bear Canyon Senior Center ................................... 505-291-62114645 Pitt NE, 87111Highland Senior Center ..........................................505-256-2000131 Monroe NE,87108Los Volcanes Senior Center ..................................505-836-87456500 Los Volcanes, 87121Manzano Mesa Multi-Generational Center ........... 505-275-8731501 Elizabeth SE, 87123North Domingo Baca Multi-Generational Ctr ....... 505-764-64757521 Carmel Ave NENorth Valley Senior Center ....................................505-761-40253825 4th St. NW, 87107Palo Duro Senior Center ........................................505-888-81025221 Palo Duro NE, 87110Pueblo of Isleta Senior Center ..............................505-869-6661Tribal Road 40, Isleta NM

Sandoval CountyBernalillo Senior Center .........................................505-867-9448255 Camino del Pueblo, BernalilloCorrales Senior Center ..........................................505-897-38184324 Corrales Rd Suite ACuba Senior Center ................................................575-289-351016-A Cordova St. Cuba, NMJemez Senior Center ..............................................575-834-9168129 Canal Street, Jemez Pueblo, NMMeadowlark Senior Center ....................................505-891-50184330 Meadowlark Ln, Rio RanchoPlacitas Senior Center ...........................................505-867-139641 Camino de la Huertas, Placitas, NM

SATELLITE CENTERSAlameda Satellite ....................................................505-897-8896 9800 4th St. NW, 87114Armijo Satellite .......................................................505-873-00471714 Centro Familiar SW, 87105

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Cesar Chavez Community Ctr .............................. 505-256-26807505 Kathryn Ave SE, 87108Embudo Towers Satellite ...................................... 505-764-6474 8010 Constitution NE, 87110Encino Garden Satellite ........................................ 505-266-7736 412 Alvarado SE, 87108Encino Terrace Satellite ........................................ 505-247-4185 609 Encino Place NE, 87102La Amistad Satellite............................................... 505-848-1395 415 Fruit NE, 87102Pajarito Satellite Senior Center ............................ 505-873-66176080 Isleta Blvd SW, 87105Paradise Hills Satellite Senior Center .................. 505-314-02465901 Paradise Blvd, NW, 87114Rio Bravo Satellite ................................................. 505-873-66473910 Isleta Blvd SW, 87105Shalom House Satellite ......................................... 505-823-14345500 Wyoming NE, 87109South Valley Multipurpose Center ....................... 505-468-76042008 Larrazola SW, 87105Taylor Ranch Community Center ......................... 505-768-60064900 Kachina St. NW, 87120Thomas Bell Community Center .......................... 505-848-13333001 University Se, 87106Tijeras Senior Center ............................................ 505-286-4220#9 Tijeras Ave, Tijeras, NM 87059Wainwright Manor Satellite ................................... 505-764-64675601 Gibson SE, 87108Whispering Pines Satellite ....................................505-281-8003#6 Lark Road, Tijeras NM 87059

SERVICES FOR THE DISABLEDAdelante Compadres Senior Center ....................505-341-7135 5411 Osuna Rd NECommunity Outreach Program for the Deaf .......505-255-7636 or .......................................................................800-229-4262copdnm.org. Advocacy, vocational, rehabilitation and interpreterservices.Cornucopia Adult and Family Services ............... 505-877-1310www.cornucopia-ads.org Cornucopia Greenhouse “Growing with us”

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Southwest Lifts offers a wide variety of Power Chairs, Manual

Wheelchairs, Scooters, and Vehicle Lift options to fit almost

any user’s needs.

Our line of Power-chair and Scooter vehicle lifts, Stow Away

Vehicle Seating, and Hand Controls enable individuals to

become active and mobile once again.

Our In-Home Ramping Solutions, Bathroom Accessibility

Products, such as Grab Bars, Versa Frames, Bed Rails, Toilet Seat Risers, Shower Hoses, and

Benches help ensure a safer home living environment.

505-891-3346315-B Juan Tabo Blvd. NEAlbuquerque, NM 87123

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Serving Albuquerque Since 1972

Don’t need meals daily? Ask about our frozen meal program.

Prepared fresh daily to your specific dietary needs.

Meals delivered hot to your door Monday-Friday.

Short term or long term, we’re here when you need us.

SERVICES FOR THE DISABLED (CONT)Easter Seals ...................................................... 505-852-4243nm.easterseals.com. Will work with individuals with disabilitiesand provide: Work Services, Supported Employment, Personaland Social Adjustment Services, Residential Services:supervised living, supported independent livingEl Mirador Home Care ....................................... 505-271-228010801 Lomas Blvd. NE, STE 115Information Center for New Mexicans with Disabilities .......................................................................... 800-552-8195New Mexico Commission for the Blind .............. 505-841-8844www.cfb.state.nm.usNew Mexico Commission for Deaf & Hard of HearingPersons ............................................................. 800-489-8536www.cdhh.state.nm.usSt. Anthony’s Home Healthcare Services ........... 505-865-61281202 Main St. Bldg. C Suite 200 Los Lunas, NMSt. Anthony’s Home Healthcare Services ........... 505-888-96182917 Carlisle NE Ste.105 www.StAnthonysHomeHealth.com

TRANSPORTATION SERVICESApple Valley Home Care, LLC .............................. 505-850-68703301-R Coors Blvd. N.W. #276Caregivers To The Rescue .................................... 505-554-3919 www.caregiverstotherescue.comCatholic Charities .................................................. 505-724-4634Department of Senior Affairs Transportation Program ............... ................................................................................. 505-764-6464 Medically-related or other transportation for persons age 60+Wheelchair capable.

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TRANSPORTATION SERVICES (CONT)El Mirador Home Care............................................505-271-228010801 Lomas Blvd. NEGeriatric Care Management/SilverRunner TransportationServices .................................................................. 505-897-3009Home Instead Senior Care ................................... 505-884-0353www.homeinstead.com/144InnovAge Greater New Mexico PACE .................. 505-924-2650904 Las Lomas NE, www.myinnovage.orgSenior Helpers - Albuquerque .............................. 505-796-42862601 Wyoming NE #120

VETERANS SERVICESAddus Health Care ................................................ 505-792-82304004 Carlisle NE Suite GHome Care Assistance ......................................505-798-08008401 Constitution Ave. NE Ste 125 www.HomeCareAssistanceof Albuquerque.comVeterans Administration Medical Center ..............505-265-17111501 San Pedro Drive SEVeterans Administration Regional Office .....800-827-1000 x10www.va.gov

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H H Natural Medicine, Inc. .................................... 505-206-5676

ADULT DAY SERVICES/ADULT DAY CAREAdelante Compadres Senior Center .................... 505-341-71355411 Osuna Rd NECornucopia Adult and Family Services ............... 505-877-1310www.cornucopia-ads.org Cornucopia Greenhouse “Growing with us”InnovAge Greater New Mexico PACE .................. 505-924-2650904 Las Lomas NE, www.myinnovage.orgShare Your Care - For site location call .......................................... ....................................................................505-298-1700 ext. 21

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Acupuncture Can Help You. 505-206-5676

3901 Georgia St. C-2, NE, Albuquerque NM 87110 HH Natural Medicine Acupuncture & Herb Clinic

Accept Insurances: Presbyterian (and Senior Plan), Lovelace (and Senior Plan),

BlueCrossBlueShield, United Healthcare, Workers Compensation, Auto insurance with med-pay

Certificate for ONE FREE Acupuncture Visit

New Patient Only. Certificate needs to be presented at time of service.

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We are a licensed 34-bed acute care psychiatric hospital with 22 private rooms, providing inpatient psychiatric stabilization & treatment to older adults, 55+,

who are experiencing acute symptoms of depression, anxiety, moods disorders & psychosis – including seniors who are dealing with other medical co-morbidities

including Dementia and/or Alzheimer’s.

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BEHAVIORAL HEALTHHaven Behavioral Health Senior Care ................ 505-254-4500

CANCER CAREHematology Oncology Associates...................... 505-938-58581001 Coal Ave SENew Mexico Cancer Center ................................. 505-842-81714910 Lang Ave. NE

CASE OR CARE MANAGEMENTNew Frontiers ........................................................ 505-369-9309

CLINIC LOCATIONSAtrinea Health ....................................................... 505-944-9400www.AtrineaHealth.comHematology Oncology Associates...................... 505-938-58581001 Coal Ave SEUNM Vein Center .......................................505-272-VEIN (8346)7007 Wyoming Blvd. NE Unit A-3. Call for your free screening.

ABQ HEALTH PARTNERSCenter for Pain Management and Spine Care....505-262-77245310 Homestead Rd. NECarlisle Healthcare Center ................................... 505-888-85003901 Carlisle Blvd. NECoors Healthcare Center ..................................... 505-839-23002929 Coors Blvd. NWGibson Medical Center ......................................... 505-262-70005400 Gibson Blvd. SE

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Caring for adults with cancer and blood disordersfor over 35 years.

Lovie Bey, MDPaul R. Duncan, MDMalcolm H. Purdy, MDLorraine Sanchez, MD

Alice Ulhoa-Cintra, MDJacqueline Cromeans, CNPDebra Winkeljohn, CNS

CLINIC LOCATIONS (CONT)Journal Center ...................................................... 505-262-70005150 Journal Center Blvd. NEJuan Tabo North Healthcare Center ................... 505-237-88002121 Juan Tabo NEJuan Tabo South Healthcare Center ................... 505-262-92001901 Juan Tabo NEMedical Towers ..................................................... 505-262-7000500 Walter Street NEMontgomery Healthcare Center .......................... 505-275-42889101 Montgomery Blvd. NENM Center for Sleep Medicine ............................. 505-872-60004700 Jefferson St. NEPlastic Surgery Center ......................................... 505-262-70005006 Gibson Blvd. SERio Bravo Healthcare Center ............................... 505-873-6400200 Rio Bravo Blvd. SERio Rancho Healthcare Center ............................ 505-896-86001721 Rio Rancho Blvd. SESt. Joseph’s Square ............................................. 505-262-7000715 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave NETramway Healthcare Center .................................505-237-870013701 Encantado Rd. NEWest Mesa Professional Building ........................505-262-7000 4801 McMahon Blvd. NWWestside Family Practice .....................................505-232-110010511 Golf Course Rd. NW, Ste 103Westside Medical Pavilion ....................................505-262-700010511 Golf Course Rd. NW Center for Women’s Health ...................................505-254-65004010 Montgomery Blvd. NE

Our PhilosophyHouse Calls of

New Mexico strives to provide comprehensive quality care to seniors

without the inconvenience of traveling to their health

care providers.

How are our services paid for?We accept Payment Accepted: Medicare, Medicaid, Private Pay, HMO’s, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Centennial Care, Lovelace, Molina, Presbyterian, United, and Commercial Insurances

Our CredentialsOur MD’s, CNP and PA’s are experienced in diagnostic management of common and uncommon geriatric conditions and illnesses

505.898.2468 • FAX 505.898.1518 Accepting Medicare, Medicaid, Private Pay, Most Insurances and HMO’s

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Green Apple. Good Health.Enjoy more health and happiness with the Total Care Model by

ABQ Health Partners. With this unique approach, your complete

range of physicians, specialists and nurses work as a team. That

means more communication. Greater results. And more access to

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Feel the green apple difference. Talk to us today.

Same-day appointments.

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John Marek, MD Mark Langsfeld, MD

UNM Cosmetic Center

I f the person you see in the mirror looks different than

the person you feel like inside, we would like to help

you. Our skilled surgeons are experts in both operative and

in-office minimally invasive cosmetic procedures to help you

display your best face forward. So call us at 505-272-8346

for a complimentary consultation with one of our caring,

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7007 Wyoming Blvd NEIntersection of San Antonio & Wyoming - Albuquerque

UNMCosmetic@unmmg.org

UNM Cosmetic Center

Michael Nuara, MD Anil Shetty, MD

Same week appointments with Board Certified surgeons providing state-of-the-art cosmetic surgery.

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Fillers and Botox • Rhinoplasty • Eyelid SurgeryBreast Augmentation • Body Contouring • Facial Rejuvenation

Lip Augmentation • Laser Treatment for Vascular Lesions or Scars • Skin Cancer Reconstruction • Otoplasty (surgery for

prominent ears) • Fat Grafting • Scar Revisions

Appointments: 505-272-8346

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You DESERVE the best hearing care possible

Albuquerque • 505.872.4327 7520 Montgomery Blvd NE, Ste E-15

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Diagnostic hearing evaluations

Hearing devices for every lifestyle and price range

Hearing device maintenance and repairs

Locally owned and operated

Only AudigyCertifiedTM practice in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho

View our educational video on hearing at www.worthhearing.com

CLINIC LOCATIONS (URGENT CARE)ABQ Health Partners Urgent Care Centers .........505-262-7000 Montgomery Urgent Care .....................................505-275-42599101 Montgomery Blvd. NE; Open Saturdays & Sundays 7am - 7pmJournal Center Urgent Care ..................................505-262-32335150 Journal Center Blvd. NE; Open 7am - 7pm, seven days a weekRio Rancho Urgent Care .......................................505-896-86041721 Rio Rancho Blvd. SE; Open 7am - 7pm, seven days a week

COUNSELING SERVICESPeopleworks New Mexico .....................................505-990-41864330 Meadowlark Lane SE, Rio Rancho

HEARINGSandia Hearing Aid Center ...................................505-715-50883301 Menaul Blvd. NESandia Hearing Aid Center ...................................505-908-9636Cottonwood Mall (Ground level, next to Dillard’s)SoundPoint Audiology ..........................................505-412-61201454 S. St. Francis Dr. Santa FeWorth Hearing Center.............................................505-872-43277520 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Ste E-15Worth Hearing Center.............................................505-872-43271350 Jackie Rd. SE Suite 103

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ALZHEIMER’S/MEMORY CAREElmcroft Senior Living Community ..................... 505-797-86007101 Eubank Blvd. NEHaven Care .............................................................505-275-22757801 Academy NE Bldg. 2 Ste. 202La Vida Llena .........................................................505-293-400110501 Lagrima De Oro Rd NEPalmilla Senior Living ........................................... 505-715-613710301 Golf Course Rd. NW

WE CAN HELP WITHDementia CareAlzheimer’s CareResidential Care HomesAssisted Living Communities

Barrie Benson, CSACertified Senior Advisor

(505) 259-9225

A FREE local referral service helping families find the best senior living for their loved ones.

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Senior Housing Solutions

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Our $2 million renovation is complete

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Princeton Place is the largest privately owned skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in the Southwest and we continue to be recognized for our outstanding care.

Call today to set up a visit.

Our Home is Your Home500 Louisiana Blvd. NE

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• Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care, Long Term Care & Respite Care• Short Term Stay & Recovery Care Options• On Call RN & Pharmacist• Hospice Assisted End-Of-Life Care• Registered Dietitian• Family Connect Website Where Families Receive Daily Medication Updates & Weekly Progress Notes• Highly Trained Staff Include Medical Assistants & Certfied Nursing Assistants• On-Site Physician & Lab Services• Full-Time Activities Director• Weekly Scheduled Outings• Locally Owned & Operated

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 Quality Senior Living In A Residential SettingBee Hive Homes of Albuquerque East

6401 Corona Ave. NEAlbuquerque, NM 87113

Ph: 505-234-1218Bee Hive Homes of Rio Rancho

204 Silent SpringRio Rancho, NM 87124

2709 ChessmanRio Rancho, NM 87124

6336 Enchanted Hills Blvd.Rio Rancho, NM 87144

Ph: 505-501-7721

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ASSISTED LIVING Bee Hive Homes of Albuquerque East ................ 505-234-12186401 Corona Ave. NEBee Hive Homes of Rio Rancho ........................... 505-501-7721 204 Silent Spring, Rio Rancho2709 Chessman, Rio Rancho6336 Enchanted Hills Blvd. Rio Rancho www.BeeHiveHomes.comElite Senior Care ............................................... 505-379-236911024 Montgomery NEElmcroft Senior Living Community .................... 505-797-86007101 Eubank Blvd. NEHaven Care ........................................................ 505-275-22757801 Academy NE Bldg. 2 Ste. 202Las Colinas Village ............................................ 505-291-0600500 Paisano NELa Vida Llena ......................................................... 505-293-400110501 Lagrima De Oro Rd NEMeadows Senior Care ........................................... 505-401-25006116 Casa Feliz NEPalmilla Senior Living ........................................ 505-715-613710301 Golf Course Rd. NWThe Neighborhood in Rio Rancho ....................... 505-291-3294

Assisted Living in a home environment

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ANYTIME DINING – Dine at your convenience!

A SPECTRUM RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

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Independent LivingAssisted LivingTransitional Memory Care Memory Care

Our continuum of care retirement community is an ideal setting for older adults who desire senior living at its finest, plus peace of mind for the future.

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INDEPENDENT LIVING / ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITIESBear Canyon Estates ............................................. 505-292-91914440 Morris St. NELa Vida Llena .........................................................505-293-400110501 Lagrima De Oro Rd NE Las Colinas Village ................................................505-291-0600500 Paisano NEManzano del Sol Good Samaritan ...................... 505-262-23115201 Roma Ave. NE

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Senior Star is more than a place to hang your hat, its a place to call home. We're proud to o�er world class service, by providing exclusive home health care on site by Gemini Home Health,if you should ever need the assistance, as well as promoting your personal choices by o�ering Anytime Dining; which o�ers meal options at anytime to �t your schedule as well as meeting your lifestyle choices by being a pet friendly community.

Call and tour today: 505-273-3816500 Paisano Street NE • Albuquerque , NM 87123seniorstar.com

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INDEPENDENT LIVING / ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITIES (CONT)Palmilla Senior Living ........................................505-715-613710301 Golf Course Rd. NWThe Neighborhood in Rio Rancho .......................505-291-3294

NURSING HOMESElite Senior Care ....................................................505-379-236911024 Montgomery NEHaven Care ........................................................505-275-22757801 Academy NE Bldg. 2 Ste. 202

With a Reverse Mortgage...• Pay off your existing mortgages• Buy a new home and have no monthly mortgage payments• Enhance your lifestyle and use the money for travel, medical expenses, or home improvements• You (or your heirs) retain ownership of the home•• The money you receive is tax free• Strategize with a Financial Planner to enhance your estate planning

Contact us to learn more through unlimited, free counseling appointments. We will help you discover if a Reverse Mortgage is an appropriate solution for your needs.

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Albuquerque’s only local Reverse Mortgage company.

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New Mexico Reverse Mortgage5810 4th Street NW • Albuquerque, NM 87107 • Office: 505-897-4900 • Toll-Free: 877-557-6358

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About us…• We are the largest LOCAL Reverse Mortgage originator in New Mexico• Have provided Reverse Mortgages to New Mexicans for over 8 years• Are NRMLA members and sworn to the highest standards and professional the highest standards and professional ethics• Hold a Certified Reverse Mortgage Professional (CRMP) designation• Provide education to State, County and City government departments• 90% of our clients are referred to us by banks and credit unions, by banks and credit unions, Financial Planners and past clients. • Our reputation says it all!

Mace Kochenderfer, CRMPPresidentmacek@ReverseNM.comNMLS ID# 213789

Gordon MitchellR.M. Educatorgordonm@ReverseNM.comNMLS ID# 254724

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SENIOR LIVING, WITH AN EMPHASIS ON “LIVING.”

While our later years can present many challenges, they also offer their share of joys. At Elmcroft, we’re committed to enriching the lives of the elderly by offering the compassion, dignity and independence they deserve.

A Senior Living Community

7101 Eubank Boulevard, NE | Albuquerque, NM 87122

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All faiths or beliefs are welcome.

To learn more about our services, from home care to senior living to skilled nursing, call (505) 262-2311.

NURSING HOMES (CONT)Princeton Place ................................................. 505-255-1717500 Louisiana NE

REALTYGranfors Realty, LLC ......................................... 505-821-1309

REVERSE MORTGAGENew Mexico Reverse Mortgage ............................ 505-897-49005810 4th St NW

SENIOR HOUSING REFERRALCaring Hearts For You ....................................... 505-259-922512231 Academy Rd NE #301-261

SKILLED & INTERMEDIATE CAREManzano del Sol Good Samaritan .........................505-262-23115201 Roma Ave. NEPrinceton Place ...................................................... 505-255-1717500 Louisiana NE

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2 Albuquerque LocationsCottonwood Mall

(Next to Dillards)2426 Washington NE

(2 Blks. S. of Menaul)

Santa Fe3494 Zafarano Dr. Suite A

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Visit a Design Center TODAY!

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are no longer able to live independently. 

For added conveniencewe provide:we provide:

Visiting Physician, Licensed Beautician,

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Activities Coordinator, Podiatrist

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Barbara Shelton, Licensed NM Funeral Pre-Planning Agent ..... ................................................................................. 505-366-1858 Contact@FuneralPre-Planning.comFrench Funeral - Cremations ................................ 505-843-63331111 University Blvd. NE

FUNERAL PRODUCTS / SERVICESFrench Funeral - Cremations ............................. 505-843-63331111 University Blvd. NEThe Old Pine Box Coffins .................................. 505-286-9410Please call for a FREE catalog and funeral information booklet

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Call Us About Our Dementia Home Caregiver Program

Group Education Sessions, Individual Sessions,

Support Group We counsel all ages & specialize in older adults.

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s HOSPICEAmbercare .............................................................. 505-244-00462129 Osuna Rd. NEHeritage Home Health and Hospice ................... 505-232-33113721 Rutledge Rd. NEHospice Compassus ............................................. 505-332-0847 ...............................................................toll free 1-877-333-0847 6000 Uptown Blvd. NE, Ste. 104Hospice de la Luz .............................................. 505-217-2490Hospice of New Mexco ...................................... 505-872-23004015 Carlisle NE., Suite EPresbyterian Home Healthcare .......................... 505-559-10008100 Constitution Pl. NE Suite 400

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hospice de la luz is a locally owned and operated hospice founded by experienced nurses who believe in a

vision of raising hospice care to a new standard of excellence and compassion

Off ering Aroma, Music, and Massage complimentary therapies.

• We believe in having opportunities for daily joy

• We are committed to reducing patient and family distress or discomfort

• A committed team to provide a shoulder to lean on day or night

• 24-hour on-call RN

• Board certifi ed hospice/palliative care physicians

• Licensed social workers and certifi ed chaplains

• Locally owned and operated by Retreat Healthcare

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There’s something you learn as a nurse that can’t be figured out on a calculator. The value of caring for everyone you serve from your heartstrings, not your purse strings. Something Mary Merrell, our founder and CEO, learned on the frontline of healthcare, not from the bottom line of a financial statement.

That’s why everything we do for everyone we care for at Ambercare revolves around what Mary learned as a nurse and caregiver. Valuing patients above profits. 19 years and 1,800 employees later, that’s still how we measure success.

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Those familiar with resources, programs or organizations use short cuts or acronyms to talk about resources. Here is a glossary for some of the terms.

AAA: Area Agency on Aging (The Triple A) Six Area Agencies on Aging serve the State of New Mexico; the Albuquerque/Bernalillo County area has one.

ADLs: Activities of Daily Living. Routine personal activities such as bathing, dressing, toileting, eating and walking (ambulation).

Advance Directives: Legal forms such as a “Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care and Instructions for Health Care and End-of-Life Decisions”. Also referred to as a “living will.”

APS: Adult Protective Services

Assisted Living: Assisted living is an intermediate level – between independent living and nursing homes – of long-term care appropriate for many seniors.

Benefits Counseling: A program of the NM Aging and Long-Term Services Department which provides information that might reduce your Medicare payments or help you with the costs of food, utilities and medications.

Caregiver: anyone providing physical, financial or emotional support for a relative or loved one whose daily activities are limited by diminished mental or physical function.

Centennial Care is the new name of the New Mexico Medicaid program. Centennial Care will begin January 1, 2014 and services will be provided by

four managed care organizations (MCOs). These services include physical health, behavioral health, long-term care and community benefits.

Most people who are currently enrolled in a New Mexico Medicaid program are eligible for Centennial Care. Eligibility for all Medicaid programs requires that individuals meet certain federal guidelines. These include citizenship, residency and income requirements.

To apply for Centennial Care coverage, you can complete an application on-line beginning October 1, 2013 at www.yes.state.nm.us. You may also apply in person at your local ISD office, by fax, or by mail. To download an application, go to ww.hsd.state.nm.us/isd/apply.html. If you have application questions, you can call HSD’s new Medicaid Expansion Hotline toll-free at 1- 855-637- 6574 or for general questions, please call 1-888-997-2583.

Continuity of Care: Range of resources and services which help caregivers in their efforts to maintain the care recipient’s quality of life.

Cremation Authorization form: An advance directive which allows you to authorize your body be cremated and to designate how you want your ashes disposed of.

Discharge Planning: Medicare defines discharge planning as: “A process used to decide what a patient needs for a smooth move from one level of care to another.”

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common terms & acronyms (cont)DNR: Do Not Resuscitate

DSA: City of Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Department of Senior Affairs

Dual eligibility: a person who qualifies for both Medicare and Medicaid

Durable Medical Equipment: Items such as wheelchairs, canes, walkers, ramps, etc.

HIPAA: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

Under this 1996 Federal law, health care providers cannot release your medical information without your express consent.

HUD: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

IADL: Instrumental Activities of Daily Living.

Institutional Medicaid: A Medicaid program that pays for nursing home care for individuals who are in a qualifying medical institution for at least 30 days when nursing home care is determined to be medically necessary.

ISD: Income Support Division of the New Mexico Human Services Department

Level of Care (LOC): “Level of care” can mean a number of things depending on the context.

LIHEAP: Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program

Long-Term Care (LTC): a variety of services including medical and non-medical care for those who have a chronic illness or disability.

Medicaid is a state and federal government health insurance program that is administered by the state where eligibility is determined by the states established criteria. It is for people with low income and limited assets. Medicaid covers medical and personal care options, along with benzodiazepines, behavioral health drugs, not covered by Medicare. With prior approval/authorization, it may also cover eyeglasses, hearing aids and dental work.

MEDBANK For information about prescription drug help for insured and non-insured contact 1-800-432-2080.

VA benefits – Medications may be provided at low or no cost depending upon your VA status.

PACE: A Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) Generic term for day health centers that include a medical clinic, adult day care, social services, rehabilitation, transportation, in-home services and inpatient care (when needed). In Bernalillo County, this service is available through Total Community Care, LLC. To qualify for PACE, the senior must be aged 55+ and live within the county or within 30 minutes travel from center. Free for recipients of both Medicare and Medicaid. Private pay also accepted.

POA: Power of Attorney – a legal form designating someone else to act on your behalf if you become unable to chose medical care for yourself.

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A TBAB owned Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56For Your Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51French Funerals - Cremations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Geriatric Care Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Granfors Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82H & H Natural Medicine, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Haircuts at Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Haven Behavioral Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Haven Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Health South Rehabilitation Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Hematology Oncology Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Heritage Home Healthcare & Hospice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Holiday Retirement/Bear Canyon Estates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Home Helpers and Direct Link. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Home Helpers and Direct Link. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Home Instead Senior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Homebound Solution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46HomeCare Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47,48,49

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Albuquerque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Share Your Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Southwest Lift Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Special Care Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50St. Anthony’s Home Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Take Care Home Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45The Medical Resort/Marketing Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42The Old Pine Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84UNM Vein Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34,35Visiting Angels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Worth Hearing Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Zia Trust, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

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The Skill to Heal. The Heart to Care.

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At New Mexico Cancer Center, we aggressively manage cancer and the side effects of treatment and the disease to help our patients feel better so they can spend more time at home. This method of treatment is called a "medical home." As a result of what has been created here, Dr. Barbara McAneny received a grant to duplicate this process at six clinics across the country.

As part of the grant, we offer treatment until 8 p.m. during the week and on the weekends so our patients don't seek care in the ER. By extending our hours, we keep patients out of the hospital and at home where they're happy and comfortable.

If you or someone you love is facing cancer, make our medical home your home for nationally recognized cancer care.

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