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10/10/2012

Santa Fe County Senior Services

Santa Fe County Senior Services

Santa Fe, NM – October 10, 2012 - Santa Fe County would like to notify residents of meal, transportation and activity services for seniors in Santa Fe County. Santa Fe County currently operates six senior centers in Santa Fe County they are located in Edgewood, Eldorado, Rio en Medio, El Rancho, Santa Cruz and Chimayo.

Meals

Individuals are welcome to join us for lunch Monday – Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. There is a suggested donation of $1.50 for individuals over the age of 60. Guests are also welcome to join us, guest meals are $7.50.

In addition to congregate meals, Santa Fe County also provides home delivered meals to qualified homebound seniors. For information on home delivered meals contact Teresa Casados at (505) 992-3094.

Transportation

Santa Fe County provides a reliable and affordable mode of transportation to medical appointments, grocery stores, volunteer projects, and miscellaneous errands. For additional information or to schedule transportation please call Lula Wilson at (505) 992-3069.

Activities

The Senior Program provides many opportunities for creativity, learning and socialization and offers health and wellness classes. Stop by and enjoy yoga, core exercise, strength training, Tai Chi, billiards, ceramics, weaving, jewelry making, art classes, tin work, creative writing, museum visits, and much more.

For more information on any service contact the Senior Services Program at 992-3069 or 992-9853 or tcasados@santafecountynm.gov.