ABQ Department of Senior Affairs

02/03/2021

Bingo 2/3/2021

01/30/2021

Youth Programming

A month into the new year and our youth program has been active and motivated in making this year the best one yet! Here is a glimpse of our January youth programming at our Multigenerational Center.

01/27/2021

Salsa lesson 2

01/26/2021

Join the Senior Affairs Sports and Fitness challenge to walk, run, bike,
or even swim to begin a healthier you in 2021.

01/20/2021

BINGO!

01/19/2021

We’re hiring for multiple positions! If you or someone you know might want to join the Senior Affairs team, apply at governmentjobs.com/careers/cabq.

01/17/2021

As part of our Digital Literacy partnership, Adelante Development Center, Inc. Diverseit will host another group Zoom class on Online Safety on Jan. 20 at 10 a.m. Find out how to protect yourself while using the internet including how to spot scams, phishing emails, and fraud. Call 505-764-6400 to register.

01/16/2021

Salt Art

Join our youth program in making fun and creative salt art master pieces.

01/15/2021

There’s still time to participate in the A Senior I Know essay contest! This is a great way to keep kids connected to significant seniors in their life, even though the public health emergency has limited in-person visits. Learn more about the contest and see last year’s winners at cabq.gov/multigenyouth.

01/14/2021

Turning 65 soon? Join us in this virtual presentation this Tuesday to learn about your Medicare options. Contact Rachel at [email protected] for more information and to receive an email invite.

01/13/2021

The City’s Multigenerational Centers have supported essential workers throughout the pandemic by providing outside of school youth programming. There are a few more open spots available for the remainder of the school year. Learn more and register at cabq.gov/multigenyouth. #OneAlbuquerque

01/12/2021

Find contact information for senior services in Bernalillo County in the Senior Affairs Quick Guide at cabq.gov/seniors! You can also contact the Senior Information Line at 505-764-6400 to find out more about options for seniors in Bernalillo County.
#onealbuquerque

01/09/2021

2020 was different for us all, especially for our youth in school. Despite all the changes, we managed to get through the first half of the school year and we are eager to fill the new year with more fun and exciting memories. Here is a recap of our youth programming at our Multigenerational Centers!

01/07/2021

We have a new list of digital literacy classes for January 2021! This is a chance to learn to use a computer or improve your skills for free. Classes are taught by Adelante Development Center, Inc. Diverseit and group size is limited, so register today by calling 505-764-6400!

01/06/2021

Virtual Bingo

01/04/2021

We are kicking off the new year with a new Activities Catalog! Visit cabq.gov/seniors to discover even more ways to stay connected, suggestions for staying fit, senior discounts and plenty more. #OneAlbuquerque

01/01/2021

We are entering 2021 with optimism and hope and we encourage you to continue to join us for virtual/COVID-safe programs and meal pick ups until we can welcome you back to our Centers! Stay tuned for some new opportunities throughout the coming months. #HappyNewYear2021

12/17/2020

Gentle Exercise Class

12/16/2020

Virtual Bingo

12/16/2020

New program starting tomorrow! Learn to use a computer or improve your skills for free with one of the new digital literacy group classes offered through a partnership between Senior Affairs and Adelante Development Center, Inc. Diverseit. Call 505-764-6400 to register.

10 classes are scheduled throughout December with more coming in 2021!

12/13/2020

Lend a helping hand through the Senior Holiday Donation Drive

There’s still time to donate to our Senior Holiday Donation Drive! In this KRQE News 13 interview, Senior Services Division Manager Agnes Vallejos talks about why this initiative is important. See needed items, drop-off locations and other info at https://www.cabq.gov/seniors/about-senior-affairs.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Each year, the City of Albuquerque’s Department of Senior Affairs holds a holiday donation drive for seniors in the community. Social Services Division Manage…

12/11/2020

Handmade Gift Ideas:

Learn how to do tie dye! Easy and fun!

12/11/2020

Handmade Gift Ideas:

Learn how to make cookies without having to bake them!

12/08/2020

How to support seniors during the holiday season

Looking for ways to support seniors during the holiday season? In this KOB 4 interview, DSA Director Anna Sanchez talks about writing letters and using the A Senior I Know essay contest to stay connected this year.

Note: DSA Centers remain closed to the public. Any footage that shows the inside of our Centers was taken pre-COVID.

With senior centers closed since March, it's been a hard year. 

12/06/2020

In this city, we step up for our family, our neighbors, our community. From volunteering, to supporting the causes we believe in, to serving in ways that keep our neighbors safe, we can all make a positive impact.

Choose One thing and do it.

Learn more at chooseone.us.

12/04/2020

Thanks to a flower donation from Roadrunner Food Bank of New Mexico and Walmart, the Senior Affairs team was able to give out a surprise treat at our pick-up meal locations today!

12/03/2020

Senior Affairs teamed up with City of Albuquerque Parks and Recreation this winter to take wood gathered as part of routine maintenance of the Bosque and give it to seniors in Bernalillo County. With Mayor Tim Keller pitching in on deliveries, we have delivered nearly 13 cords of firewood to 151 seniors! #OneAlbuquerque

12/02/2020

Mayor Tim Keller

#ChooseOneABQ

In this city, we step up for our family, our neighbors, our community. From volunteering, to supporting the causes we believe in, to serving in ways that keep our neighbors safe, we can all make a positive impact.

Choose One and do it.

Learn more at chooseone.us.

12/02/2020

BINGO!

12/01/2020

Learn how to samba line dance with Esther from Highland Senior Center

12/01/2020

It’s time for the annual Senior Affairs Holiday Donation Drive where we collect needed items for homebound seniors. Drop off locations are at our five pick up meal sites and will be accessible Monday to Friday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Call 505-764-6400 for more information or to schedule a different time.

11/30/2020

We have two more opportunities coming up soon for you to learn about Medicare. Email [email protected] to receive a link to these meetings, or for more information.

11/27/2020

Fall Prevention: Be BRAVE with HEART

Learn about what to expect when you call 911 for a medical emergency, with Lt. Athena at Highland Senior Center

11/26/2020

This Thanksgiving, we are especially thankful for the DSA team members who have shown up day after day to make sure that seniors in Albuquerque have hot meals, rides, care coordination, working heaters, firewood, volunteer opportunities, care packages, COVID-safe learning and fitness opportunities and so much more. And for the DSA team members who support outside of school youth programming so parents who are essential workers have a safe, engaging place to send their kids. To all approximately 230 of our dedicated, passionate, caring staff—we think you rock! #OneAlbuquerque

11/25/2020

This week, our amazing team gave out our 500,000th meal for seniors during the public health emergency! To mark this huge milestone, Mayor Tim Keller came out to distribute meals for Thanksgiving at Los Volcanes Senior Center. If you have questions about our meal service, call our Senior Info Line at 505-764-6400. #OneAlbuquerque