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LAMC Hospital Auxiliary Seeks Volunteers … And Shoppers!

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Hospital Auxiliary Board Vice President Carol MacLeod, right, and Secretary Kim Hogan at the Lobby Shop last Thursday inside Los Alamos Medical Center. They invite the community to stop by and see the many items available for purchase; proceeds go to charitable causes. They also ask community members to consider volunteering with the Hospital Auxiliary. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

Joy and laughter fill the Lobby Shop despite its urgent need for volunteers and shoppers. The Hospital Auxiliary operates the Lobby Read More

Public Invited To Shape Kinship Caregiver Pilot Program 

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ALTSD Cabinet Secretary Emily Kaltenbach

ALTSD News:

SANTA FE – The Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) is inviting the public to weigh in on the rule for the new Kinship Caregiver Pilot Program.

Created through House Bill 252 during the 2025 Legislative session, the Kinship Caregiver Pilot Program is designed to assist those who are raising children outside of the traditional foster care system by helping them access services, legal resources, and financial support.

“Whether it’s grandparents stepping in, an aunt or uncle opening their home, or an older sibling keeping the Read More

Enterprise Bank & Trust Support Aids CASA First In It’s Advocacy For Children

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CASA First Executive Director Annie Rasquin, LISW, at her offices Tuesday at 466 W. San Francisco St. in Santa Fe. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
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SANTA FE—Entering the offices of CASA First in Santa Fe is like coming home after a long trip – calm and comforting. That soothing feeling permeates the space, including a large area called the “Calm and Comfort Room”, designated for gatherings with children and families. Soft stuffed animals containing weights provide traumatized children with a secure Read More

Public Health Offices Closed For Independence Day

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NMDOH News:

SANTA FE — State public health offices and administrative offices will be closed Friday, July 4 in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.  

Also known as Independence Day, the holiday celebrates the Second Continental Congress’ unanimous adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, a document announcing the colonies’ separation from Great Britain. 

All New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) offices will resume regularly scheduled hours as of Monday, July 7. 

The NMDOH Helpline, 1.833.SWNURSE (1.833.796.8773) will be available on July 4 during regular Read More

Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program Season Starts July 1

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NMDOH News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program returns Tuesday, July 1, providing nutritious, locally-grown foods to income-based eligible seniors, Native American elders and WIC families. 

WIC Families must be actively enrolled in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). Participants should contact their local WIC clinic to check their eligibility and access benefits. 

“This program gives people access to healthy, fresh local fruits, vegetables, herbs and honey in their communities,” Veronica Griego said, New Read More

Watch Out For This Tree Eating Bug … Don’t Touch It!

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Douglas-fir tussock caterpillar on a tree branch. Courtesy/SFNF

Douglas-fir tussock caterpillar. Courtesy/SFNF

SFNF News:

SANTA FE — If you see brownish-yellow or red discoloration of trees while exploring the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF), it may be the result of defoliation from the Douglas-fir tussock moth (DFTM).

Do not pick up this cute – and potentially dangerous – caterpillar. These caterpillars have thousands of tiny hairs covering their bodies. The female moths, egg masses, and cocoons also have hairs, which can cause tussockosis, an allergic reaction from direct skin contact Read More

New Mexico Board Of Veterinary Medicine Opens Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Grants Program Application Process

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NMBVM News:

The New Mexico Board of Veterinary Medicine has opened a grant application process to fund low-cost spay/neuter services for companion animals of income-qualified New Mexicans. The Board will disburse $1 million in 2025 to nonprofit spay/neuter organizations, animal shelters, and other local government entities for the purpose of increasing affordable and accessible spay/neuter services throughout the state.

The application window opened on June 2, 2025, and will close at 11:59 p.m., July 17, 2025. Grants are capped at a maximum of $50,000. We are not awarding to individuals Read More

Corey Roybal Named Director Of Adult Protective Services

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ALTSD News:

SANTA FE — The Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) is proud to announce that Corey Roybal is now serving as the new Director of Adult Protective Services (APS). 

Roybal brings over a decade of experience in protective services, client advocacy, and systems-based intervention. Since joining ALTSD in 2018, he has served multiple roles, most recently acting as deputy director of APS since 2023.  

“During his time here at ALTSD, Corey has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to protecting the most vulnerable New Mexicans,” Emily Kaltenbach said, ALTSD Cabinet Read More

Los Alamos Summer Concert Starring ‘Crazy Bird’ To Honor Breast Cancer Awareness Friday Night At Ashley Pond Park

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‘Crazy Bird’ headlines the Los Alamos Summer Concert Friday Night at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy/Sancre Productions

By PABLO IRLANDO-WILDMAN
CEO
Sancre Productions

CHRISTUS St. Vincent Medical Center brings us the band Crazy Bird to Ashley Pond Park for the 6th show of the Los Alamos Summer Concert Series, this Friday, June 27. Come out to the free event and enjoy the multitude of food vendors, kids’ activities, information booths, and non-profit row.

Crazy Bird is a local band in the Santa Fe/Albuquerque area. According to their website, they play impossible music, with righteous grooves Read More

Zepbound/Wegovy Support Group On Hiatus During July, Resumes August 6

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COMMUNITY News:

A new support group for those on Wegovy or Zepbound or those considering these drugs will not be meeting during the month of July.

Dr. Elena McAtee and Certified Holistic Health Coach and Nutrition Coach Kate Cleveland are happy to field questions through email. The group meets the first Wednesday of each month and attendees can register at the class. The group resumes at 11 a.m., August 6. Read More