Eligibility Requirements

Santa Fe County Senior Services provides nutritious meals through our senior centers (congregate meals), our home-delivered meal program, and reliable transportation services. These programs are designed to promote health, support independence, and keep older adults connected to their community.

Who Is Eligible?

You may be eligible for services if you are:

• 60 years of age or older
• Married to someone who is 60 years of age or older
• A person with a disability who lives with and accompanies an eligible individual

All participants are welcomed without discrimination.

For more information, please call our main office at 505-992-3069

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How To Register for Services

Getting started with Santa Fe County Senior Services is simple and free.

Individuals 60 years of age or older, or those otherwise eligible, are welcome to register for our senior center programs, home-delivered meals, and transportation services.

What to Expect:

Your local Activity Program Coordinator will guide you through a quick and confidential registration process, either:

• At your local senior center, or
• In your home, if you are homebound

Activity Program Coordinators are responsible for completing all eligibility assessments and ensuring you are connected to the services that best meet your needs.

During registration, we will ask for basic information such as:

• Name and date of birth
• Address and phone number
• Emergency contact information
• A brief health and wellness assessment to better support your needs

All information is kept confidential and is used to ensure accurate service delivery and compliance with program requirements

Why Register?

Registering helps us connect you to services and also allows us to secure funding to continue supporting seniors in our community.

Get Started Today

To register, renew, or update your information, please contact:

• Your local Senior Center Activity Program Coordinator, or
• 505-992-3069

We’re here to help and look forward to welcoming you.

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Meal Services

Congregate Meal Program (Senior Center Meals)

Join us at any of our senior centers for a delicious, nutritious lunch and the opportunity to connect with others in a warm and welcoming environment.

Lunch is served Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in a congregate (group) setting that encourages social interaction, friendship, and community.

• Open to individuals 60 years of age and older
• A suggested donation of $1.50 is appreciated, but not required
• Guests under 60 are welcome for $7.50 per meal

Whether you come for the meal, the conversation, or the sense of community, we look forward to welcoming you.

Home-Delivered Meals (Meals Delivered to Your Home)

Santa Fe County Senior Services proudly provides home-delivered meals to support older adults who are unable to prepare meals or attend a senior center.

This service helps ensure you continue to receive nutritious meals while maintaining your independence, health, and safety at home.

Meals are delivered Monday through Friday, with services following Santa Fe County closures. Meals are not delivered on weekends or major holidays.

Who Qualifies?

You may be eligible if you:

• Are 60 years of age or older
• Are homebound due to health, mobility, or transportation challenges
• Do not have a regular source of meal preparation or assistance
• A suggested donation of $1.50 per meal is appreciated, but not required

Our team will complete a simple in-home assessment to determine eligibility and connect you with the services we offer.

How to Get Started

If you or a loved one may benefit from home-delivered meals, please call our office at: 505-992-3069

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Transportation Services

Santa Fe County Senior Services offers safe, reliable, and affordable door-to-door transportation to help older adults stay independent and connected to their community.

Our friendly and trained drivers provide transportation for:

• Medical appointments (priority service)
• Grocery shopping
• Pharmacy visits and prescription pick-up

Who Can Use This Service?

Transportation is available to eligible individuals 60 years of age and older who live outside Santa Fe city limits but within Santa Fe County.

Hours of Service:

 Monday through Friday  8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

How to Schedule a Ride

• Call  505-992-3069
• Schedule at least 24 hours in advance

Be ready to provide:

• Pickup location
• Destination
• Appointment time
• Contact phone number

To get started, participants must complete a simple registration process.

What to Expect:

• Door-to-door service with assistance getting in and out of the vehicle
• Accessible vehicles available for mobility needs
• Drivers ensure safe arrival, but are unable to stay during appointments or provide medical assistance

A suggested donation of $1.00 per ride is appreciated, but not required

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Additional Assistance Via CONNECT

Need help with food, housing, transportation, or other essential services? CONNECT Navigators can help you find resources in the community and guide you through available support options.

CONNECT is a network of community partners—including healthcare providers, social service agencies, and local organizations—working together to connect residents to the services they need to stay healthy and independent.

Get Help:
Please complete the CONNECT assistance inquiry form:
https://www.santafecountynm.gov/community-services/hhsd/ahc

You can request help for multiple needs using one form.

For more information, please contact:

Ian Donnelley, CONNECT Navigator
Santa Fe County Community Services Department
Itdonnelly@santafecountynm.gov
505-986-6239

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Senior Advisory Boards

Santa Fe County Senior Services values the voice of older adults in shaping programs and services throughout our community. Advisory Boards play an important role in ensuring that services remain responsive, effective, and aligned with the needs of seniors.

Advisory Board members work collaboratively with staff to:

• Provide input and feedback on programs and services
• Identify community needs and service gaps
• Offer recommendations to improve and strengthen services
• Support outreach and engagement within their communities

In alignment with non-Metro Area Agency on Aging (AAA) guidelines, Advisory Boards help ensure that eligible participants have a voice in program operations and decision-making.

Current Advisory Board Locations

Santa Fe County Senior Services has Advisory Boards at the following senior centers:

• Bennie J. Chavez Senior Center
• El Rancho Senior Center
• Ken & Patty Adam (Eldorado) Senior Center

Each location has its own Board made up of community members and participants.

Maryanne Trejo serves as the Senior Services Advisory Board President.

Get Involved

We welcome seniors who are interested in sharing their voice and helping improve services in their community.

To learn more about joining an Advisory Board, please contact your local senior center or call our main office at 505-992-3069.

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Senior Center Directory & Hours Of Operation

Abedon Lopez Senior Center (Santa Cruz): 9am-3pm, Monday thru Friday
Activities Coordinator: Josie Atilano
155A Camino De Quintana
Santa Cruz, NM, 87567
505-995-2749

Bennie J Chavez Senior Center (Chimayo): 9am-3pm, Monday thru Friday
Activities Coordinator: Jonathan Pacheco
354 Juan Medina Rd
Chimayo, NM, 87522
505-351-4686

Edgewood Senior Center: 9am-3pm, Monday thru Friday
Activities Coordinator: Aaron Price
114 Quail Trail
Edgewood, NM, 87015
505-281-2515

El Rancho Senior Center: 9am-3pm Monday thru Friday
Activities Coordinator: Ivonne Velazco
394 County Road 84
Santa Fe, NM, 87506
505-455-2195

Ken & Patty Adam Senior Center (Eldorado): 9am –3pm, Monday thru Friday
Activities Coordinator: Lula M. Yount
16 Avenida Torreon
Santa Fe, NM, 87508
505-466-1039

Rufina Meal Site (Santa Fe): 11:30am-1pm, Monday thru Friday
Activities Coordinator: Sonia Otero
2323 Casa Rufina RoadSanta Fe, NM, 87507
505-471-9800

Lunch is served Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at all Santa Fe County senior centers during regular days of operation. Services follow Santa Fe County closures, including inclement weather and holidays.

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Santa Fe County Senior Services Staff Directory:

Main Office
4250 Airport Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507
 505-992-3069
 seniorservices@santafecountynm.gov (general inquiries)
 seniorinv@santafecountynm.gov (invoicing and billing)

For transportation scheduling, home-delivered meal cancellations, or general information, please call the main office number above.

Administration

• Senior Administrative Program Manager: Matilda “Mattie” Valdez — 505-992-9840
• Program Manager: Gina Montoya-Saiz — 505-992-9876 | 505-469-2871
• Department Administrator: Rosemary Bailey — 505-992-9853
• Accountant: Vacant — 505-995-9527

Activity Program Coordinators

• Josie Atilano (Abedon Lopez Sr. Senior Center) — 505-995-2749
• Jonathan Pacheco (Bennie J. Chavez Senior Center) — 505-986-6217 | 505-570-7284
• Sonia Otero (Casa Rufina Lunch Site) — 505-986-6214 | 505-490-5259
• Aaron Price (Edgewood Senior Center) — 505-281-2515 | 505-231-6319 
• Ivonne Velazco (El Rancho Senior Center) — 505-455-2195 | 505-570-7281
• Lula Yount (Ken & Patty Adam Senior Center) — 505-995-9561 | 505-469-4723

Please note: Activity Program Coordinators are often assisting participants at their centers or in the community. If you are unable to reach them directly, please leave a voicemail or contact the main office at 505-992-3069 for assistance.

Nutrition Services

• Nutrition Coordinator: James Martinez -- 505-995-2745 | 505-570-7282

Transportation Services

• Transportation Coordinator: Vacant -- 505-992-3040
• Transportation Dispatcher: Rosalie Vigil -- 505-992-3069

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More Information & Helpful Links for Older Adults

• Non Metro New Mexico Area Agency on Aging
• New Mexico Aging Services (ALTSD)
• Adult Protective Services New Mexico
• The Memory Care Alliance
• Coming Home Connection
• Life Circle
• New Mexico Legal Aid
• State of New Mexico Motor Vehicle Department
• State of New Mexico’s Human Services Department
• State of New Mexico’s Department of Health

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