Rio Grande COG

05/23/2025

This May, we’re celebrating Older Americans Month by flipping the script on aging in the Borderland! For nearly 30 years, the has supported older adults whose everyday needs often fall outside the scope of traditional programs.

In partnership with the , the fund helps cover essentials like hearing aids, nutritional supplements, and safety ramps, so seniors can live with dignity, independence, and purpose. This year’s theme, “Flip the Script on Aging,” challenges outdated views and reminds us of the strength and value older adults bring to our communities.

To learn more about the Senior Fund visit https://bit.ly/3S5jyDG

05/15/2025

📣 Join Us for a Matter of Balance Class! 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️
We’re excited to partner with the El Paso Public Library to offer A Matter of Balance—a program designed to help older adults reduce their risk of falling and improve their quality of life. 💪💬

Thank you to the El Paso Public Library and the Area Agency on Aging for their support and collaboration in bringing this valuable program to our community. 🙌

📍 To learn more or to register, please contact:
Letty Herrera
Health & Wellness Program Specialist
📞 (915) 497-2686

05/01/2025

The Rio Grande Area Agency on Aging invites you to celebrate May as Older Americans Month. The 2025 theme, "Flip the Script on Aging,” encourages us to challenge outdated stereotypes and embrace the many opportunities that come with aging. Here’s how you can help flip the script on aging:

Celebrate the contributions of individuals across all generations in the workplace and community
Use positive and inclusive language when discussing aging
Share fact-based messages about older adults’ abilities and the value they bring to our communities
Happy Older Americans Month!

03/26/2025

El Paso County Transit is now ETA - El Paso Transportation Authority! 🚍 We’re committed to improving public transit in rural El Paso County. ETA now operates six routes serving the Upper Valley, Far East El Paso County, and the Mission Valley.
📢 Socorro riders: Routes 40 and 50 have been updated following the elimination of Route 84. You can continue using ETA Transit through June 30. Want to see ETA continue beyond that? Contact your city council representatives and let them know!

03/11/2025

Thank you to U.S Representative Tony Gonzalez for taking the time to meet with us to discuss the needs of West Texas. Your attention and commitment to our community are greatly appreciated!

12/21/2024

Thank you, Commissioner Leon and family for allowing our Executive Director, Annette Gutierrez, speak at your recognition event. We will miss you and wish you the best in your retirement.

12/17/2024

Today marked City Representative Henry Rivera’s last city council meeting. He also served as the RIOCOG’s President for FY 24! Thank you for having such a huge public servant’s heart and for looking out for District 7 residents!! We will miss you.

11/28/2024

11/01/2024

Family Caregivers are celebrated in the month of November in the US. It is celebrated to thank more than 50 million family caregivers across the country. We want to make sure people know the importance of Family Caregivers. They provide care and assistance to family members due to illness, injury or disability and because of their help, it is possible for their loved one to remain at home. Thank you to all Family Caregivers from the Rio Grande Area Agency on Aging.
For more information call 915-533-0998 and ask to speak to our Caregiver Community Educator.

10/18/2024

Rio Grande AAA Benefits Counseling staff will be in the rural areas of our service region to assist Medicare Beneficiaries during Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period. Please note the various locations, days and times. We offer unbiased information to help Medicare Beneficiaries make an informed decision about their health coverage.

10/17/2024

Our staff is attending the West Texas El Paso Transporation Conference today, hosted by Amistad - El Paso.