Michelle Benevidez, NM Dept of Aging and Long-Term Services, and guest speaker.
Ken Martin, visiting from the Las Cruces Rio Grande Rotary Club.
Andy Bernhard – Will be inducted today.
Elizabeth Bernhard – Andy’s wife.
Dave – Member of the Kiwanis Club of Albuquerque.
Announcements
Ron H.
There is a new slide show running before the meeting.It still needs some tweaks.Let Ron know if you have changes.
Need auction items; bring them to club meeting.
Tony Pino.
We need 10 more auction items for night golf.
Register online at club or Foundation website for the cocktail Par-Tee.
We need 5 more golf teams.
Tony will send out email for upcoming night golf committee meeting.
Kit T. – Have space for two more attendees at the club’s table for the Folds of Honor banquet.
David C. – Our RYLA camper will be the guest speaker next week.Start recruiting now for juniors going into the senior year.
Dave Simon.
Rotary Peace Pole installation on 9/20.See flyer Dave handed out at club meeting.
The club will volunteer at the balloon fiesta merchandise tent on 10/10 and 10/11.We need 5 volunteers each day.More to follow.
New Member Induction – inducted Andy Bernhard.Welcome!
Michelle Benevidez, NM Dept of Aging and Long-Term Services, and guest speaker.
Our role is to help New Mexicans achieve lifelong independence and healthy aging.
Our services:
Aging & Disability Resource Center – offers free, unbiased, expert information and assistance with Medicare decisions.
Adult Protective Services – Investigates alleged abuse, neglect and exploitation for adults aged 18 and older who are unable to safeguard themselves.
Aging Network – Oversees programs and services to older adults including food security, senior employment and the area agencies on aging and capital outlay funding.
Consumer & Elder Rights – Advocates on behalf of older adults with disabilities in New Mexico.
Long-Term Care – Helps residents transition from Long-term care facilities back into a community setting.
New MexiCare – Provides financial assistance and training to caregivers who are assisting friends or family members with daily activities due to physical or cognitive limitations.
Office of Indian Elder Affairs – Supports culture, traditions and effective approaches to honor aging American Indian Elders.
Ombudsman Advocacy – Provides an avenue for expressing and resolving long-term care concerns.
We offer a range of volunteer opportunities tailored to your skills and interests. Whether it’s providing direct assistance to seniors, supporting adults living with disabilities, or contributing to various program initiatives, your involvement will make a meaningful difference—significantly enhancing the quality of life for many across New Mexico. Training and coaching are provided to all volunteers, ensuring you are equipped to make a positive impact while also growing personally and professionally.
