State Aging Agency
This agency has a wide range of services and referrals for seniors.
New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department
http://www.nmaging.state.nm.us/
800-432-2080
Local Area Aging Agencies can be found at the contacts above, or by visiting www.eldercare.gov or calling 800-677-1116.
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
SHIP offers free, one-on-one, local counseling to people with Medicare and their families.
Health Insurance Benefits Assistance Corps
http://www.nmaging.state.nm.us/benes.html
800-432-2080
Local SHIP counselors can be found at the contact above, or by calling 800-677-1116, or visiting www.shiptalk.org or www.eldercare.gov.
State Long-Term Care Ombudsman
The statewide ombudsman program investigates and resolves complaints of older individuals in nursing and board and care homes, including assisted living facilities, and advocates to protect residents’ rights and ensure quality care.
New Mexico Aging & LTC Services Dept.
http://www.nmaging.state.nm.us/Ombudsman_bureau.html
505-476-4790
State Insurance Commissioner
This office has information about insurance plans and costs. They often have special resources for seniors.
New Mexico Public Regulation Commission
http://www.nmprc.state.nm.us/id.htm
800-947-4722
State Medicaid Office
This office manages the state’s Medicaid program. They also handle Medicaid enrollment.
New Mexico Medicaid
http://www.state.nm.us/hsd/mad/Index.html
888-997-2583
State Prescription Assistance Program
A program to help you reduce the cost of your prescription drugs
Prescription Drug Assistance Program
http://www.nmaging.state.nm.us/Prescription_Drug_Assistance.html
505-476-4787
State Protection & Advocacy (P&A) Agency
This agency protects the legal rights of people with disabilities, including people on Medicaid.
Disability Rights New Mexico
http://www.drnm.org/
800-432-4682
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Regional Office Outreach Campaign Manager
CMS Regional Offices play a key role in conducting outreach for the new Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit. Each office has a team dedicated to helping raise awareness and educate about the new coverage. Contact the regional campaign manager to learn more about local outreach events, schedule an event in your area or request outreach materials.
Region VI - Dallas
Campaign Manager: Julie Kennedy
214-767-6420
