New Mexico officials ask for input on how to take care of aging population
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico is getting older, poised to have the fourth-oldest population in the country by 2030. The state is getting ready and is sharing its four-year State Aging Plan. 'I look forward to being able to see that the plan really gives us a roadmap to developing those needed services that they deserve,' said Denise King, Aging Network Operations Division Director with the New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department.
Story continues below
Community: NM Dancewear closes its doors for good, leaving hole in dance community
Food: Los Ranchos restaurant named best spot for brunch in the state by Yelp
Crime: ABQ woman frustrated, two vehicles stolen from hospital parking lot days apart
Film: Do you recognize these 'El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie' filming locations?
The plan's three goals include expanding services to the elderly and caregivers, responding to social determinants of health by giving opportunities for community engagement and nutritional support, and reducing occurrences of abuse. ALTSD said right now, some of the biggest needs for the elderly include transportation and access to legal services, as scams target the elderly population.
While the state pays for most services, it is monitoring the federal funding for the Older Americans Act. So far, they have not been notified of any federal funding changes. 'Obviously, the climate is very concerning right now, and it is changing every week, and so we are keeping a close eye on what that looks like,' said King.
ALTSD is now looking for comments on its plan before it goes to the feds for approval in June. They want everyone's input from elders and caregivers, to local partners like cities and counties. The state hopes the plan meets the needs of our most senior community members. 'They've really made us the state that we are. So, we always look at them for their input and their rich stories that they have to tell about what they've been through and what they need,' said King.
People can learn more about the plan and give input here. The deadline to give input is May 15.
Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Yahoo
New Mexico launches energy efficiency loan program
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — Companies and nonprofits can now get help from the state to become energy efficient. The Energy, Minerals, and Natural Resources Department has launched a new program providing low-interest loans worth $250,000 to $1 million dollars. Story continues below News: Surveillance video captures crash involving off-duty officer that severely injured man Events: What's happening around New Mexico June 6-12? Albuquerque Pride Parade New Mexico Strange: Holy dirt and healing water: A look at NM's miraculous locations EMNRD received $5.3 million from the U.S. Department of Energy to create the EnergyEfficiency Revolving Loan Fund (EERLF). The program offers loans at a fixed rate of 2% to cover energy efficiency upgrades such as smart thermostats, new HVAC systems, insulation, air sealing, lighting, and building envelope improvements. 'This loan fund is one more way we are supporting Gov. Lujan Grisham's goal of boosting NewMexico's economy while also protecting its environment,' said EMNRD Sec. MelanieKenderdine. 'These loans will ensure the recipients' economic viability by lowering the costsfor building upgrades while simultaneously reducing their carbon footprints.' Eligible organizations include nonprofit or for-profit entities owning or operating commercial buildings that serve a public service, such as education, recreation, healthcare or cultural services. To be eligible, organizations must show half of their revenue is earned in New Mexico, or half of their services are provided in the state. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Eater
12 hours ago
- Eater
Is The New Italian Restaurant in Trump Wall Street Already in Hot Water?
Before Nero, the space was supposed to become a Dean & Deluca market in 2015, but the upscale grocery chain went defunct entirely. The address had been empty for quite some time because of its association with Trump, making it known as a retail pariah. Nerolab's sprawling restaurant was announced in 2020 and finally opened in April 2025. The company also runs a separate coffee shop, Nerolab Caffe, within the Midtown Trump Building on Fifth Avenue — it's also unclear what's happening with this. There had been plans to open 10 more locations in NYC by the end of the year. Uptown brunch spot temporarily closes because of DOH Upper West Side beer and biscuit spot Jacob's Pickles has been temporarily closed by the New York City Health Department, as reported by West Side Rag. The news website reports that the 509 Amsterdam Avenue restaurant failed its inspection on Wednesday, June 4. Jacob's owner Jacob Hadjigeorgis shares a statement with Eater (which is also posted on the door of the restaurant), explaining that 'due to an issue uncovered by the Department of Health — referencing damaged areas of the facilities — it's the necessary decision' to close and address the issues. The goal is to reopen 'by the weekend.' He continues: 'While unexpected, we are genuinely grateful that this issue was brought to our attention.' Hadjigeorgis is in the middle of relocating the restaurant to a new address at 680 Columbus Avenue, and West 93rd Street, with the hope of opening by end of summer, according to the team. He's holding onto the original location to turn it into a new bar called Velvet Cowboy. King launches a summer cafe Soho restaurant King — fresh off being listed on the New York Times ' Best 100 Restaurants list this week — is adding daytime service for the summer, dubbed Cafe King. Co-founders Jess Shadbolt and Annie Shi are taking their cues for the seasonal pop-up from French and Italian cafes. There will be coffee from Brooklyn roastery Caffe Vita. Pastry chef Fiona Thomas is crafting baked goods and dishes, including scones with whipped honey butter and strawberry-lavender preserves, frittata verde made with asparagus, chevre cheese, and mint, and a cured salmon, cucumber, and creme fraiche tartine. It started on June 4 and runs through Monday, August 4, taking place from 8 to 11 a.m. every day. Everything is available for takeout or dine-in. Shi is also opening her own Chinese American wine bar in Chinatown, Lei, tonight as an independent endeavor. Sign up for our newsletter.
Yahoo
17 hours ago
- Yahoo
Trump's 2026 Budget Proposal: 4 Things Retirees Need To Know
President Donald Trump's 2026 budget proposal, known as the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act,' introduces significant changes to federal spending and tax policies. Read Next: Try This: While aiming to reduce non-defense discretionary spending and extend tax cuts, the proposal has raised concerns about its potential impact on retirees who rely on federal programs for income, healthcare and essential services. 'These potential shifts could slow benefit growth, raise Medicare premiums or target higher earners with stricter eligibility or tax rules,' said Aaron Cirksena, founder and CEO of MDRN Capital. 'The biggest concern is uncertainty right now, and retirees rely on predictability, so even these small changes can have a big impact on them.' Here are four things retirees need to know about Trump's 2026 budget proposal. According to Congressional Budget Office analysis, if Trump's budget proposal, currently being debated in Congress, raises the federal deficit by $2.3 trillion over the next decade, it would automatically trigger spending cuts, including a projected $500 billion cut to Medicare. Such cuts may lead to reduced payments to providers, potentially affecting seniors' access to healthcare services. An analysis by the Medicare Rights Center, an advocacy organization, found that the 'bill would undermine access to long-term care by shifting costs to states, likely resulting in cuts to HCBS (Home-and Community-Based Services). It would also make it harder for people to qualify for Medicaid coverage and avoid gaps in care.' Find Out: Key programs under the Older Americans Act, such as nutrition services and caregiver support, are at risk of significant funding reductions or elimination. For example, the National Council on Aging found that the Trump administration proposes to move the Aging Network Support program to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and reduce the program's funding by over 40%. The program allows seniors to live independently in their homes. This matters for individuals saving for retirement, because adult children often incur significant costs for caring for their parents. According to an AARP study, 'On average, caregivers spend 26% of their personal income on caregiving expenses. One in three dips into their personal savings, like bank accounts, to cover costs, and 12% take out a loan or borrow from family or friends.' The budget proposes substantial cuts to Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which could disproportionately affect low-income seniors who depend on these programs for healthcare and food security. According to NPR, 'If approved, starting in fiscal year 2028, states would be required to pay between 5% and 25% of food benefit costs for the first time. … In addition, states would receive less federal support to administer SNAP. The proposed changes would decrease the federal reimbursement rate for administrative costs to run SNAP from 50% to 25%.' An analysis of the Medicaid and SNAP cuts by The Commonwealth Fund found that these changes create ripple effects that affect the economies of entire communities, not just low-income households. 'For example, some of the food purchased in Georgia may have been grown in Kansas or processed in Tennessee, so lower grocery purchases in one state may cause losses in other states,' the Commonwealth report stated. 'A nurse who loses her job at a Louisiana clinic might reside in Texas; thus, a job lost in one state could create economic losses in another.' While the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' proposes extending tax cuts from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, it does not include provisions to eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits, contrary to some expectations. The bill does introduce a new $4,000 standard deduction for seniors aged 65 and older, providing tax relief for individuals with adjusted gross incomes of $75,000 and couples with incomes of $150,000 annually. However, the substantial tax cuts and increased spending outlined in the proposal are projected to add approximately $3.8 trillion to the national debt over the next decade. This significant increase in the deficit raises concerns among financial experts about potential future tax hikes to address the fiscal imbalance. 'If the proposal is passed, it could increase taxes on retirement income, making Roth conversions and smart withdrawal strategies more important than ever,' Cirksena said. 'The best move right now is do not wait. Review incomes, run scenarios and add some flexibility into your plan. Better to adjust early than react late.' Editor's note on political coverage: GOBankingRates is nonpartisan and strives to cover all aspects of the economy objectively and present balanced reports on politically focused finance stories. You can find more coverage of this topic on More From GOBankingRates Mark Cuban Warns of 'Red Rural Recession' -- 4 States That Could Get Hit Hard 4 Housing Markets That Have Plummeted in Value Over the Past 5 Years 10 Genius Things Warren Buffett Says To Do With Your Money This article originally appeared on Trump's 2026 Budget Proposal: 4 Things Retirees Need To Know Sign in to access your portfolio
