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Thirteen Congregations Tackle Homelessness, With Hope & Audacity

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By TYLER TAYLOR
Interfaith Coalition on Homelessness

Last June, dreamers from four Los Alamos houses of worship asked ourselves, “If we could interest 10 or more congregations and thought big, could we collectively actually help to reduce the very high levels of homelessness in Española, a community of neighbors only 15 miles away? As outsiders, with limited knowledge, who would we first need to learn from? Are there affective groups in the Valley we could partner with? Would they accept us?”

Now, after nine months, a groundswell of enthusiasm and hope has developed.

As a result:

  • Thirteen congregations,
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CHRISTUS St. Vincent Announces New Health Care Facility In Los Alamos

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CHRISTUS St. Vincent News:

SANTA FE — CHRISTUS St. Vincent has announced that it has completed the purchase of 1.64 acres in Los Alamos for the development and construction of a 25,000 square-foot, multi-specialty health care facility.

“This is an exciting opportunity to expand and enhance health care services in Los Alamos,” said Lillian Montoya, President and CEO of CHRISTUS St. Vincent. “CHRISTUS St. Vincent has operated a sports medicine clinic in Los Alamos for more than 10 years, and we recently added primary care, cardiology, and oncology clinic services.” 

“We look forward to continuing Read More

Deep Dive Into Grief: Community Event On Building Empathy And Connection Friday At Mesa Public Library

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos community is invited to a unique and powerful event designed to foster empathy, connection, and understanding through personal stories of grief.

Only a few spots remain for pre-registration for the Deep Dive into Grief.

Hosted in collaboration with Los Alamos Library, Los Alamos Community Services Department, Los Alamos Courts and Los Alamos JJAB, this event will take place 5:45-8 p.m. Friday, March 28, at Mesa Public Library in Los Alamos. Read More

Skolnik: Shame On The Legislature

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By RICHARD SKOLNIK
White Rock

As a lifelong Democrat who has worked on health matters for 40 years, I am appalled by the legislature’s failure (again!) to pass well-known, evidence-based measures to reduce alcohol consumption and increase the health workforce.

The Governor says that improving public safety and reducing interpersonal violence are two of her central concerns. The evidence is clear, however, that she won’t achieve this unless excess alcohol consumption is reduced through increased taxes, among other measures, since alcohol is so strongly associated with interpersonal Read More

Jemez Mountain Brewhouse Collects Donations For Suicide Prevention

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C’YA Executive Director Bernadette Lauritzen with Jemez Mountain Brewhouse Co-owner Scott Johnson. The Brewery collected change for the C’YA launch of suicide prevention training. Johnson handed over donations while serving pizza on many Monday nights at Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op in Los Alamos. Courtesy/C’YA

By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Executive Director
Champions of Youth Ambitions (C’YA)

Scott Johnson, aka Mr. Johnson, will always be the most astounding first grade teacher to many. His classroom was an active place of kindness and respect, as he built a love of learning in the lives of Read More

C’YA Health, Wellness And Resource Fair May 3

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C’YA News:

Champions of Youth Ambitions (C’YA) is sponsoring a Health, Wellness and Resource Survey. It is meant for ages 18 and up.

What things would you like to see here? What resources would you like to see more information about? We’re not collecting your information and will not respond. Our goal is to have many things to offer at the Health, Wellness and Resource Fair May 3 (more details to come). If you have additional questions or would like to respond in further detail contact us via call, text, or email below:

C’YA will also launch an Instagram Page later this week with C’YA Board Member Read More

New Mexicans Can Lower Their Risk For Brain Injuries

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NMDOH News:

SANTA FE — Every nine seconds someone in the United States sustains a brain injury. 

Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can cause death or lead to long term impacts including impaired thinking or memory, impaired movement, and emotional changes. 

According to the New Mexico Department of Health’s (NMDOH) Office of Injury and Violence Prevention, New Mexico has a significantly higher death rate from traumatic brain injuries than the national average. In 2023, there were approximately 584 TBI-related deaths in the state, with a death rate that was nearly 39% higher than the U.S. rate. Read More

State Teams Up With Alzheimer’s Association For Statewide Community Forums

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ALTSD News:

SANTA FE — This spring, the state is partnering with the Alzheimer’s Association to host a series of community forums across New Mexico. 

Building on the “Take Action. Talk” initiative, these forums invite New Mexicans to share their experiences with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia and get connected with resources from state and community partners. 

“No one should have to face Alzheimer’s alone,” said Emily Kaltenbach, Cabinet Secretary for the Aging and Long-Term Services Department. “Whether they are caregiving for a loved one or facing a diagnosis themselves, Read More

NMDOH: Take Quick Online Test To Check Diabetes Risk

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NMDOH News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) joins the American Diabetes Association (ADA) in recognizing Diabetes Alert Day Tuesday, March 25.  

Nearly 11% of New Mexicans have been diagnosed with diabetes, and NMDOH encourages all New Mexicans to take a free, quick and easy type 2 diabetes risk test online. The test, available on the ADA website, takes about 60 seconds to complete.  

Once you get your results, you’ll receive helpful prevention tips—and if you are high risk, talk to your health care provider about next steps.

“Type 2 diabetes develops when blood sugar levels Read More