Udall, Heinrich Vote For Emergency COVID Relief To New Mexico Families, Small Businesses, Health Care Workers
U.S. SENATE News:
Udall, Heinrich Vote To Deliver Emergency COVID Relief To New Mexico Families, Small Businesses, And Health Care Workers
WASHINGTON, – U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) voted to pass a $900 billion emergency COVID-19 relief package that will provide desperately needed assistance to New Mexico families, small businesses, hospitals, and public health systems.
The COVID-19 relief package will extend unemployment benefits; deliver direct payments to millions of American families; provide crucial relief to schools, small businesses, and Read More
Environment Department COVID-19 Watchlist: Dec. 21
NMED News:
The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) has updated its daily Rapid Response COVID-19 Watchlist, which includes New Mexico places of employment that have had two or more rapid responses in the last 14 days.
There are 183 establishments on the Watchlist.
The current Rapid Response COVID-19 Watchlist and closure list, which includes all establishments that have been required to close, are posted here.
The state initiates a rapid response when it learns of a positive COVID-19 case in a workplace. The state agency initiating the rapid response will offer direction to establishments Read More
Luján Votes For COVID Funding, Spending Package
From the Office of U.S. House Assistant Speaker Ben Ray Luján:
…Package Includes Direct Checks, Unemployment Benefits, Rental Assistance, Small Business Relief, and Funding for Vaccine Deployment
Washington, D.C. – U.S. House Assistant Speaker Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) voted for the House passage of a bipartisan omnibus appropriations package that includes COVID-19 funding.
The legislation funds the government through September and extends COVID-19 relief programs like federal enhanced unemployment benefits, economic impact payments, emergency rental assistance, and the Read More
Chart 282: COVID-19 In New Mexico Dec. 21, 2020
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Los Alamos County versus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Eli Ben-NaimNew Mexico COVID-19 Update: 826 New Cases, Total Now 130,808 With 9 New Deaths And 55,803 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 826 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports 3 more case today … the total is now 244 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 9 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 293 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 27 new cases in Chaves County
- 13 new cases in Cibola County
- 1 new case in Colfax County
- 10 new cases in Curry County
- 72 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 19 new cases in Eddy County
- 11 new cases
On The Job In Los Alamos: Jaramillo Of Home Instead
On the Job in Los Alamos is Felicia Jaramillo, the 2021 Santa Fe Home Instead nominee for Employee of the Year. Out of more than 65,000 caregivers across the Home Instead Network, Jaramillo is in the running for National Caregiver of Year. ‘Felicia embodies the mission of Home Instead,’ said Ken Hendricks of Home Instead Los Alamos. One of Jaramillo’s clients was quoted in the Caregiver of the Year nomination form as saying, ‘Felicia taught me a lot about how to interact with someone suffering from dementia. As a result, I was able to maintain a reasonably good relationship with my mother and buryLocal Senior Centers To Serve As COVID-19 Vaccine Hubs
LARSO News:
The Los Alamos and White Rock senior centers found out recently that much like the flu vaccine distribution, will be a hub for the COVID-19 vaccine for seniors.
“I am so elated,” said Executive Director Bernadette Lauritzen of the Los Alamos Retired and Senior Organization, (LARSO), which operates the senior centers. “I am hopeful that those 60 and over that aren’t members would consider joining the centers, which is free, that way they would immediately be notified when dates are scheduled to register to receive the vaccine. It really demonstrates our worth to the state and county Read More
Alzheimer’s Association: New Class For Caregivers In 2021
Alzheimer’s News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The Alzheimer’s Association, New Mexico Chapter has announced a series of free online educational webinars for the first quarter of the New Year (in both Spanish and English) entitled ‘Living with Alzheimer’s for Caregivers for Caregivers.’
Presented virtually, Living With Alzheimer’s for Caregivers addresses questions that arise in the early, middle and late stages of the disease, each of which present unique challenges. Participants will hear from other caregivers and learn tips and strategies that can help at every stage. Learn what you need to know, Read More
Chart 281: COVID-19 In New Mexico Dec. 20, 2020
The bars in this chart display the number of COVID-19 related deaths versus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-NaimNew Mexico COVID-19 Update: 1,077 New Cases, Total Now 129,993 With 16 New Deaths And 54,357 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 1,077 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports 5 more case today … the total is now 241 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 16 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 278 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 26 new cases in Chaves County
- 19 new cases in Cibola County
- 5 new cases in Colfax County
- 12 new cases in Curry County
- 119 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 45 new cases in Eddy County
- 10 new
Sombrillo Staff Thanks Community For Generosity, Kindness
Sombrillo shares a Gift Day event Friday for residents. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Sandra Salazar of Mary Kay Beauty Products, left, presents Christmas stockings filled with goodies Friday to Sombrillo Executive Director Linda Bullkock and Activity Director Nakiva Mirabel to be distributed to each of the residents. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
By NAKIVA MIRABAL
Sombrillo Activity Director
Sombrillo Nursing & Rehabilitation Facility would like to thank the community for all the time, effort and donations that you all have done for us during these holidays. It
Emotional Healing: Holidays … Remembering To Do The Right Thing
Dr. TED WIARD
Golden Willow Retreat
Editors Note: This is part of a series by grief specialist Dr. Ted Wiard, dedicated to helping educate the community about emotional healing.
December is a month of many holidays such as Chanukah, Kwanza, Christmas, Winter Solstice, New Years, and many more.
Traditionally it is a month encompassed by charity, peace, love, family, community, cheer, gatherings, and mindful actions. It encourages joyful energy within business as well as within one’s personal world.
A time to honor the year, remember what has come and gone and move forward into the next phase Read More
Chart 280: COVID-19 In New Mexico Dec. 19, 2020
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in New Mexico versus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-NaimNew Mexico COVID-19 Update: 1,442 New Cases, Total Now 128,930 With 27 New Deaths And 53,278 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 1,442 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports 3 more case today … the total is now 236 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 27 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 449 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 2 new cases in Catron County
- 63 new cases in Chaves County
- 3 new cases in Cibola County
- 15 new cases in Colfax County
- 24 new cases in Curry County
- 3 new cases in De Baca County
- 87 new cases
LAPS Foundation: A School Day In This COVID Life With LAHS Science Teacher Stephanie Mitchell
Stephanie Mitchell with her new webcam/tripod/ drawing tablet provided by LAPS Foundation. Courtesy/LAPSF
LAPS Foundation News:
Do you ever wonder what a school day is actually like in Los Alamos this year?
The following is the last of three articles describing the school experience from different perspectives, brought to you by Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation.
Meet Stephanie Mitchell, a science teacher at Los Alamos High School (LAHS). Mitchell has been at LAHS since 2005 and teaches a variety of science classes, including biology, honors biology, AP biology and AP physics.
She was Read More
Environment Department COVID-19 Watchlist: Dec. 18
NMED News:
The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) has updated its daily Rapid Response COVID-19 Watchlist, which includes New Mexico places of employment that have had two or more rapid responses in the last 14 days.
There are 188 establishments on the Watchlist.
The current Rapid Response COVID-19 Watchlist and closure list, which includes all establishments that have been required to close, are posted here.
The state initiates a rapid response when it learns of a positive COVID-19 case in a workplace. The state agency initiating the rapid response will offer direction to establishments Read More
New Mexico Insurance Office: Vaccinations Must Be Free
State Insurance Superintendent Russell Toal
OSI News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Office of Superintendent of Insurance (OSI) has directed all health insurers operating in the state to cover COVID-19 vaccinations and related services at no cost to a patient.
“Costs must not be a barrier to getting a COVID-19 vaccine,” Superintendent Russell Toal said. “Having a number of safe and effective vaccines available marks a turning point in the fight against this deadly virus – but a vaccine is only effective if people can afford to get vaccinated.”
Every major medical plan must cover any costs associated Read More
Los Alamos County Ice Rink Closed Until Further Notice
COUNTY News:
The Dec. 16, 2020 amended Public Health Order concerning COVID-19 identified ice rinks as close-contact recreational facilities that must remain closed while the county is in “Red” status.
Because of this amended Public Health Order, the Los Alamos County Ice Rink will remain closed until further notice. Read More
Chart 279: COVID-19 In New Mexico Dec. 18, 2020
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Los Alamos County versus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-NaimNew Mexico COVID-19 Update: 1,463 New Cases, Total Now 127,500 With 31 New Deaths And 52,137 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 1,463 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports 9 more case today … the total is now 233 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 31 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 418 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 44 new cases in Chaves County
- 25 new cases in Cibola County
- 9 new cases in Colfax County
- 29 new cases in Curry County
- 1 new case in De Baca County
- 137 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 59 new
