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New Mexico 45th Annual Conference on Aging. September 11 through 13, 2023. Attend in person at the National Hispanic Cultural Center, virtually, or at a watch party.

45th Annual Conference on Aging – Postponed

The 45th Annual Conference on Aging offers older adults, caregivers and professionals who work with them a chance to learn and have fun in an environment that supports independence and dignity.

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New Mexico Technology Assistance Program. Unleash Your Potential... with Assistive Technology. September 11 & 12. ATC23

Assistive Technology Conference: ATC23

Registration is now open for New Mexico Technology Assistance Programs's annual Assistive Technology Conference. The conference will take place on September 11th & 12th, 2023 in person at the Berna Facio Professional Development Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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Protect precious moments. Stay up to date on routine vaccines.

National Immunization Awareness Month

National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) is an annual observance held in August to highlight the importance of routine vaccination for people of all ages. Vaccination is critically important and one of the best tools we have to prevent disease and severe illness.

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Protect Yourself from Wildfire Smoke

Protecting Yourself From Smoke

High winds, heat, and extremely dry conditions are contributing to several wildfires and human caused fires across the state in recent days which is putting smoke into the air. New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) has released vital guidelines aimed at providing comprehensive protection against wildfire smoke.

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Health Fair Thursday, July 27, 2023 from 10a - 1 pm at Los Griegos Health and Social Services Center

Community Health Fair

Los Griegos Health and Social Services Center is hosting a health fair on Thursday, July 27, 2023 from 10am - 1pm. Participating agencies include Goodwill Industries, COA Albuquerque Fire Rescue, Big Brothers & Big Sisters, COA Department of Senior Affairs, Cuidando Los Niños, ECHO ABQ Food for Seniors, Think First NM-Trauma Support Program, Christian St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, ABQRide, United South Broadway, COA Child Development, UNM Maternity & Family Planning, Central New Mexico Housing, Prostate Cancer Support of New Mexico, First Choice Community Healthcare & Dental, Sagebrush Mobile Clothing Bank, and COA Parks & Recreation - Rock Climbing Wall.

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Looking for disabled people of color who have lived in nursing homes to share their experience with Brandeis University

Study on Barriers in Access to Home and Community-Based Services for...

Brandies University's Lurie Institute for Disability Policy is looking for disabled people of color who have lived in nursing homes or other institutions to share their experiences.

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