Health guide 2013

A new physician office building to better serve your Opening Winter 2013

healthcare needs.

Lincoln County Medical Center is growing, offering the community even greater access to quality primary and specialty care providers – close to home.

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As a critical access hospital with associated clinics in Ruidoso, Capitan, Carrizozo and Corona, Lincoln County Medical Center was ranked as one of the Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals in the United States in 2013.

• Labor and Delivery

As part of Lincoln County and Presbyterian’s continued investment in improving the county’s healthcare, a new state-of-the-art 24,000-squarefoot Physician Office Building is being built and will combine three physician offices and a laboratory draw station in one location – bringing together the region’s top primary care providers and specialists.

• 24-hour Emergency Department • Hospital units: Intensive Care, Medical and Surgical • Surgical services (general surgery, orthopedics and podiatry) cLINIcAL ServIceS • Dietary Counseling • Emergency Medical Services throughout Lincoln County • Heritage Program – Outpatient behavioral health program for senior adults • Lincoln County Community Assistance Program • Pharmacy • Pulmonary • Primary Care and Specialists • Private Wound Care • Radiology and Laboratory • Therapy Center/Rehabilitation Services

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Articles: Greater access, convenience for Lincoln County 5 Positive thinking for optimum health . . . . . . . . . . 6 Depression in later life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Want happiness? Start with mindfulness . . . . . . . 8 Taking care of mom and dad: Adapting to different roles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Ageless medicine: Sex and aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Body and mind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Control your diabetes for life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Staying safe in the summer sun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 From victim to survivor: Resource for sexual assault victims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 How much physical fitness is enough? . . . . . . . . . 14 The importance of a great smile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Changing health, changing lifestyles . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Youth engagement in Lincoln County. . . . . . . . . . 18 Pain management: A drug-free approach . . . . . . 19 Should I worry about gambling? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 School-based health centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Prescription medication abuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Alternative transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Remember the ‘Five P’s’ of immediate evacuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 DIReCToRY LISTInGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-30 Advertisers: Bankers Life and Casualty Co. / Fran Altieri . . . . 22 Better Home Better Health Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NM . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Buddha Yoga / Marianne Mohr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Casa Arena Blanca Nursing Center . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Childrens Dental Clinic of Ruidoso . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Coco B’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Community Homecare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 ENMU-Ruidoso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Fusion Medical Spa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 High Mesa Healing Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Hard Candy - Da Vinci. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino . . . . 31 Lawrence Brothers IGA Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Lincoln County Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 7 Mescalero Responsible Gaming Program . . . . . . 21 Molina Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 PCS - Professional Cremation Services, LLC . . . . 6 Genworth Financial / Rebecca Ponder . . . . . . . . . 5 Rosemary’s Herb Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Ruidoso Home Care & Hospice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Ruidoso Physical Therapy Clinic, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . 12 Sierra Blanca Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Spa Botanica at Sanctuary on the River . . . . . . . . 23 State Farm Insurance / Greg Cary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 VOR E911 Emergency Notification System. . . . . 9 Walgreens Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Walmart Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 4

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he Lincoln County Community Health Council meets monthly regarding issues and events in the health industry and is made up of a volunteer board and membership. This “behind the scenes” group includes individuals and agencies collaborating to support a mission of improving community health in Lincoln County and is a part of the following programs: Lincoln County Community Health Council Mobile Food Pantry – 1st Thursday of every month at 2 p.m. located at the Horton Complex, 237 Service Road, volunteers and donations accepted.

Health & Wellness Guide – June. Provides updated resource directory and health related articles.

Stepping into a Better You! Health Fair – October 12. Held at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino, this annual health fair is FREE to the public.

MAZe of Life – End of April/beginning of May. An interactive day for 8th graders from throughout the county & Mescalero to play games of chance, experience real life situations and choices they will face.

Light the Fire Youth Summit – Fall & Spring. Light the Fire is a leadership summit for 40-45 middle and high school students county-wide, chosen to lead the school in a positive direction.

Freshman Toolkits – August. Prevention information and promotional items in a toolkit appropriate for incoming freshman throughout the county. The intent is to “spark” conversations among parent and teen on issues like, DWI, texting while driving, responsible gaming, school-based health center services, tobacco and other substances, etc.

It is with great pleasure that the Lincoln County Community Health Council (LCCHC) and the Ruidoso Free Press welcome readers to the “2013 Health and Wellness Guide.”

It is through community partnerships that true collaboration can be accomplished.

The LCCHC would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the Ruidoso Free Press for their openness to this partnership. The 2013 Health and Wellness Guide is a valuable resource to our community and we hope community readers will use it as such. This guide would not be possible without the local writers who filled these pages with their knowledge, the LCCHC membership, community advertisers, and the Ruidoso Free Press staff. We thank them for their time and efforts.

Enjoy!

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Greater access, convenience for Lincoln County Lincoln County Physician’s Office Building to open in Winter 2013

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s part of Lincoln County and Presbyterian Healthcare Services’ continued investment in improving the county’s healthcare, a two story Physician Office Building is being constructed.

This two-story, 24,000 square-foot stateof-the-art facility will provide greater access to healthcare services for all of Lincoln County residents as well as convenience by combining three existing physician offices and a laboratory draw station in one location.

The building will have expanded office and exam space for both primary and specialty care providers. Primary care providers will offer Family and Internal Medicine. Specialty care providers will offer general surgery, obstetrics and gynecology as well as a monthly cardiology clinic.

The facility also offers more exam and procedure rooms and is designed in an efficient, lean manner with the intent of patients spending less time waiting to see a medical provider.

This building will be part of Lincoln County Medical Center’s campus. Lincoln County Medical Center is owned by the County of Lincoln and is leased and managed by Presbyterian Healthcare Services. Operations are governed by a local Board of Trustees understanding the needs of rural community healthcare.

The Physician’s Office Building was designed by Dekker Perich Sabatini and is being constructed by Jaynes Corporation, both out of Albuquerque. The total budget is approximately $6.5 million and is a collaborative project led by Lincoln County and including Presbyterian Healthcare Services, the Lincoln County Medical Center Foundation and the Lincoln County Medical Center Auxiliary.

It is scheduled to open in winter 2013.

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Positive thinking for optimum health

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ver wonder why negative experiences seem to affect your whole day and how bad news often dampens your mood? We can thank evolution for our innate ability to focus on what’s wrong in our environment. Fixating on bad news is a phenomenon known as negativity bias. This tendency to focus on the negative comes from our hunter-gatherer days when survival meant constantly looking out for trouble in order to survive real dangers, such as charging lions. Human brains are hard wired to focus on bad news and while this survival technique was helpful for our ancestors it can be harmful today for our physical and mental health.

The fight or flight stress response is activated when we feel the least bit threatened and is well documented as a major factor in a variety of emotional and physical health problems including heart disease, asthma, arthritis, fatigue, headaches, stomach or sleep problems, accidents, addictions, anxiety and depression, etc. Research shows that when we think negative thoughts the stress response is triggered, releasing stress hormones into our bodies. We can train our brains to become more alert to good information and positive thinking can shift the physiology of the brain in ways that increases our life satisfaction, enhances happiness and promotes optimum wellness.

Following are ways we can use our thoughts to promote physical and emotional health: 1. While we can’t control other people or external events, we can reduce the effects of negativity with positive thinking.

If you’re feeling negative, choose to think about something positive like being in nature, a funny movie, doing something you enjoy, etc.

2. Replace a negative thought with three positive ones.

3. Keep a gratitude journal, listing five or more things you’re

grateful for daily.

4. Notice positive details about yourself, others and/or the environment and focus on them for 10 seconds (‘ the sun is shining’, ‘this food tastes good’, ‘the store clerk was helpful’).

Negative and positive attitudes are contagious so choosing optimistic friends is good for your health. With regular use of positive thinking we can make lemonade out of life’s lemons!

Misty G. McArthur is a behavioral health counselor for the Lincoln County Community Assistance Program (LCCAP) offered by Lincoln County Medical Center. LCCAP provides free, confidential counseling for Lincoln County residents. To schedule an appointment and/or for immediate assistance call the LCCAP 24-Hour Hotline at 1-800-8883689.

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Depression in later life

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to be less willing to recognize their own emotional issues as anything other than a character flaw.

My grandfather was actually ashamed and embarrassed that he had become a ‘burden’ to his family. I recall the awkwardness of watching my grandfather hide his face with his large, weathered hands as he wept in shame of his failing health. The doctors told us that my grandfather’s depression contributed to his untimely death.

Untreated depression can lead to disability, worsening of the symptoms of other illnesses, accelerated aging, and suicide. The good news is that, with proper James D. Martin diagnosis and treatment, 80% of the depressed elderly recover and return to a normal life.

’ll never forget the day I received the call that my grandfather had contracted a blood disorder and needed a blood transfusion. The call was made for the family to meet at the Mayo Clinic to contribute blood in the hope that a ‘match’ would help eradicate or stall the disease’s progress.

Unfortunately, my grandfather’s generation was never privy to the real meaning of depression. It is also unfortunate that physicians forty years ago failed to realize the medical impact of depression on the elderly. Today we know that 15 out of every 100 adults over the age of sixty-five suffer from some form of depression. We also know that, with the right kind of preventive care and medical recognition of depression, our seniors should have ample opportunity to enjoy the golden years of their life. When depression occurs late in life, it can often be debilitating, interfering with the ability to function normally.

Today’s seniors grew up in a day when depression was not recognized to be a biological disorder. Therefore, they tend

Today, I am a grandfather of two vibrant and energetic grandsons. I’ll never forget the day that my oldest grandson grabbed my face with his tiny hands, looked me in the eyes and christened me with his high-pitched child voice, ‘My Pa Pa!’ How I long for the day when I will see my grandfather again, take his face in my hands and with great joy cry out, ‘My Pa Pa!!’

James D. Martin is the program manager of the Heritage Program for Senior Adults at the Lincoln County Medical Center. Heritage is a program designed to improve the quality of life for the older adult.

Confidential screenings are available by appointment. If interested please call 575-257-6283.

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Orthopedic services now in Ruidoso!

Lincoln County Medical Center now provides a wide range of orthopedic services in Ruidoso through a partnership with Alamogordo Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, including: • Total joint replacement (knee, shoulder, hip) • Podiatry • Wrist and Hand Surgery • Fracture Care • General Orthopedic Surgery • Sports Medicine Ask your primary care provider for a referral or call (575) 630-4250 to learn more about our orthopedic services.

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Want happiness?

Start with mindfulness

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hen I was a child, a simple pursuit could seem magical and engross me for hours.

Most of us had these experiences but lose them as we change from beings who see all the wonders of life, into responsible adults.

Then, life pressures pile up, expectations and needs, jobs, kids, financial strains all become our grown-up responsibilities. Some of us bear losses or heavy disappointments. We lose our adventurousness, our playfulness and even our innocent hearts. One day we may even ask, “Why am I doing all this?” “What is the purpose?”

sense of calm, inner wisdom surfacing and happiness.

The Dalai Lama says “the purpose of our lives is to be happy”. But his meaning of happiness is not like our western definition, which is often a just another form of distraction, entertainment or addiction. He means the ability to like one’s self; to like what you do and how you live and who you are; he means to be content.

In many cultures for thousands of years, meditation and other practices had been utilized to hone in on inner contentment. These practices are now also prescribed by modern medical Marianne Mohr Even if these questions sit quietly in the back of professionals as antidotes to common stress and your mind, most everyone would be thrilled to feel a little better health problems. For example in yoga practice, meditation is a typical starting point. A traditional yoga session involves a about their place in the world. Even if we are “OK”, in our hearts period devoted to slowing down mental activity and bringing we would love to be more satisfied with “who we are” and enawareness to one’s breath. In this form of mindfulness practice, thused about waking up each morning. The range of dreams for individuals is wide… whether it’s more adventure, more commu- the mind relaxes and distractions dissolve, developing a sense of peace within. After this awareness practice, the fluid movenity, or better health. To begin to move closer to your dreams, ments of physical yoga start to build flexibility and balance. find the time first to deeply listen to yourself. Mindfulness With a little time, more complex poses cultivate strength and endurance. The result is the development of both inner and is one way to start. outer body – giving the student a sense of peace and accomHow does mindfulness and plishment; a feeling that “all is right with the world.” The Dalai listening to your inner self Lama would call this happiness. help achieve more happiness? Simply, because deep Marianne is the owner and director of the Buddha Yoga Studio in Ruidoso which provides within you have a silent hatha style yoga instruction for all levels. Fees are knowing about what you reby donation. Studying Yoga for 37 years, she was ally want. Mindfulness helps trained in the school of Paramahansa Yogananyou to tune in to your true da; holds a Mindfulness Training certification; and received multiple self and to tune out those transmissions from Dalai Lama. Classes are Monday, Wednesday and negative voices (shoulda’, Friday at 4:30-5:30 p.m. (relax); 6 -7 p.m. (robust). Adobe Plaza 200 coulda’, woulda’) that never Mechem, Ruidoso. www.buddhayogaclass.com; 575-802-3013. really help you to move forward in a happy or permanent way – and can cause you stress, fatigue and self-doubt.

Mindfulness can be achieved through a variety of outlets.

Some people cook, others walk or garden, many have pets or creative talents.

Athletes call it being in “the zone”. Some use meditation.

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Taking care of mom and dad: Adapting to different roles

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here’s something about the love of a parent. Remember when you were little, and your mom and dad read you a story and tucked you into bed? It made you feel safe and special. You looked up to them, and they provided for all your needs. But, that was a long time ago.

time to grieve the loss of autonomy and life as they once knew it. Maybe their resistance stems from feeling like a burden on you and your family. They may feel guilty, embarrassed, and even ashamed about needing your time and energy. So, how can you help?

Today, you’re taking care of mom and dad. Together, you’re struggling to adapt to different roles. While you’d like to say it’s been a smooth transition, that’s not always the case. Much like a toddler yearning for independence, your parents can be impetuous, temperamental, and resistant to your help.

Consider taking some time each week to share an activity that has nothing to do with health care. Watch a funny movie together. Or, just sit and listen as they share their thoughts and memories. You probably haven’t done that for a while.

So, what’s it like, you wonder, to be the care recipient? Human beings have an innate need to be self-reliant and independent. Because mom and dad now struggle to meet these needs, they may be experiencing a range of emotions, from anger and self-pity to sadness and fear. Maybe your parents need some

From time to time, step back from your role as caregiver and allow them to just be your friend and your equal. Your parents loved and supported you when you needed it most. Now, the roles have changed, and you’re taking care of them. Your love and support can make all the difference.

Rebecca Ponder, Ph.D., CLTC is a board member of the New Mexico Alzheimer’s Association. She is a licensed long term care insurance agent with an office in Ruidoso and can be reached at 575-937-0596 or rponder@genworthltc.com. Visit her website at www.genworth. com/rebeccaponder.

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oes anyone else find it odd that the Cialis commercial uses two bathtubs to infer intimacy? I think a single bathtub with two people sounds like more fun than one bathtub per person. As the commercial suggests, increased age puts a damper on intimacy.

How does the aging process affect sex hormone production?

(Hint- It doesn’t make your levels Dr. Stephen Rath go up!) In men, testosterone (T) levels begin to drop at age 30 and continue to decrease approximately 1 percent per year. Estrogen (estradiol) levels in women don’t have a severe drop until menopause (average age 52). Estradiol is a down-stream product of testosterone.

Women make the majority of their estradiol from testosterone.

Testosterone is converted into estradiol by the enzyme aromatase. Testosterone levels begin to drop in women as early as age 20 to 25, and are ½ normal by age 40.

All doctors are educated on decreasing sex hormone production in women. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has been used for years to slow vaginal atrophy, restore vaginal lubrication, and maintain the sex drive. Hormone replacement therapy in men is a different story…

I had a six-month personal history of increased fatigue to the point that after our kids were put to bed at 8:30 I was going to bed by 9:30 due to exhaustion. I didn’t have a problem with sexual dysfunction, but you don’t have a lot of sex when you are always tired. We finally ordered blood tests and my testosterone level was low. What!?! I was only 40 when my low T was diagnosed.

Andropause, or MANopause (not a medical term) describes the normal decrease in testosterone production in men.

Typical signs of low “T” in men and women include fatigue, depression, loss of muscle mass, and decreased libido. I would venture that most men and women over age 50 that tire more easily and start to notice a decrease in muscle mass just attribute the signs to getting older. Unfortunately, the testosterone blood test values are so broad that a “low-normal” level can create the above symptoms. Hopeless or terminal diagnosis?

Not at all. Within a week of starting replacement I was back to my early morning workout routine with a return to my former energy levels.

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Body and mind

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e exercise to keep our bodies fit, but did you know that exercise can also train your brain? You have likely heard of the effect of endorphins on your mood, and you probably know that you feel better after exercising. Exercise can improve clarity, increase brain function, and possibly stimulate the formation of new brain pathways by restoring and stimulating nerve cells called “neurons.” Mental exercises can keep you alert and must be accompanied with physical exercises for best results. Exercise helps improve circulation in your cardiovascular (heart), pulmonary (lungs) and nervous (brain and spinal cord) systems.

As one grows older, the human brain starts to lose nerve cells and this can result in varying degrees of mental decline. Exercise is one of the most effective ways to challenge your nerves.

Your brain function is improved through mental stimulation as well as through physical exercise. The processing system of the brain is challenged during workouts, as certain chemicals such as adrenaline are triggered. The inevitable mental declines often associated with the aging process can be minimized with a well-designed exercise routine.

Moderate activities like brisk walking, hiking, biking, and swimming are beneficial, as are calming activities like yoga and deep breathing exercises. Your physical therapist will help you determine what’s best for you.

Regular exercise can help keep brain cells healthy and functioning properly. An active lifestyle can improve mental focus, accelerate the healing process for patients with brain or nerve injuries and can reduce the risk of dementia as we grow older.

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Just 10 minutes a day you can receive the benefits of an hour of aerobic & anaerobic exercise. If you can sit or stand for 10 minutes, you can receive the benefit of the TurboSonic, which includes the following: reducing belly fat, improving balance, retaining muscle mass, increasing muscle strength, and stimulating lymph and blood circulation just to name a few. With its gentle, vertical sound vibration it is completely stress-free on the body. Combine the TurboSonic with a healthy diet, regular exercise, and a good night’s sleep and you are on your way to getting in shape for the summer and your life!

Exercise at low to moderate levels is best for training the brain.

Very intense workouts can leave you exhausted physically and mentally. Ideally, you need at least half an hour of moderate exercise 3 times a week. Longer sessions may provide added benefit. You can also consider shorter, more frequent exercise during the day.

If you want to maintain mental acuity well into advanced age, contact your physical therapist. Physical activity can help ready the brain for new information, leading to increased interest, improved attitude, and better learning outcomes.

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toms of low testosterone you would recommend starting hormone replacement? Even though I had my levels checked and they were in the normal range? Hormone replacement is a personal decision. Very rarely do I actually recommend patients start BHRT. I discuss their symptoms, review lab results, and review the likely results of starting replacement. We don’t know if your lab results are normal for you. We don’t have baseline lab levels at age 14, 18, and 22 when your body was stabilizing hormone production.

Sex and the sex drive revolve around hormonal responses. As we age, our physiologic hormone levels decline and sex can become more of a chore than a recreational pursuit. Restoring hormone levels to normal is possible, and can make a BIG difference (no pun intended).

Low T made it personal for me. Take a look at the most common symptoms and count how many you have. Low energy or

fatigue, poor sleep, anxiety, depression, difficulty concentrating and remembering, headaches, difficulty losing weight, loss of muscle mass, and low libido. Erectile dysfunction in men is a late sign and typically doesn’t occur until after other symptoms have been present for a while.

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Control your diabetes for life

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iabetes is a serious and costly disease in New Mexico.

Diabetes is the sixth leading cause of death in the state.

The key is early diagnosis and proper care, Kitchen Creations cooking school is aimed at helping Lincoln County residents diagnosed with diabetes meet the challenge.

that the participants really like is the hands-on cooking, and eating the meals they prepare. Class by class, participants move outside their comfort zones and discover that they actually like some of the healthy foods they have avoided in the past - as well as some new foods they were unaware of.

Once you learn you have diabetes, many things in your life may change. Being prepared for these changes can help you better meet the challenges of having diabetes. Take advantage of chances to learn all you can about diabetes, how it affects your body, and what you need to do each day to control your blood glucose levels. Knowledge is power.

Written evaluation comments tend to be positive. The value of the program’s hands-on approach was the focus of one student, who said, “I liked it when we sat down and tried to plan our meals. We can listen all day, but if we cannot put it into practice, it does us no good.” Another student, hitting on the heart of what the program is about, said, “Now I actually know what I am eating.”

If you have been diagnosed with diabetes you can learn how to prepare good-tasting and healthy foods during the Kitchen Creations cooking school sponsored by the Lincoln County Extension Service and the New Mexico Department of Health Diabetes Prevention and Control Program.

Healthier eating is only one element for keeping the effects of diabetes under control. Appropriate exercise is another. Extension also offers a Strong Women Healthy Hearts research based nutrition/exercise program developed for women to participate in safe and effective physical activity to help reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

The purpose of Kitchen Creations is to introduce people with diabetes and their families to healthy foods and how to prepare them. The program also includes information about diabetes, its effects on metabolism, and the roles of sugar and other carbohydrates, fiber, salt and fat in the diet. Kitchen Creations offers recipes and up-to-date information for nutrition and meal planning.

If you are interested in attending the free classes, call the Lincoln County Extension Office at 575-648-2311 for more information.

NMSU’s Cooperative Extension Service also offers helpful publications about diabetes. See information about the CES Diabetes Series at http://aces.nmsu.edu/pubs.

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Do you have back or neck pain?

Do you have shoulder, wrist or hand problems (Carpal Tunnel)?

Have you had a joint replacement (knee-hip-other)?

Do you have a sports injury?

Do you have a work related injury?

Do you have an injury from an automobile accident?

Do you have Fibromyalgia?

Do you have Lymphedema (swelling/fluid retention)?

Do you have neurological disorders (i.e. stroke, Parkinson’s, MS, etc.)?

Are you post-mastectomy or re-construction?

Do you have any limitations in mobility?

Have you had one or more falls in the last 12 months, or problems with balance?

Do you have incontinence (go to the bathroom more than 2 times a night, urine leakage when you cough, laugh or sneeze)?

Do you have headaches or migraines that limit your daily routine?

Do you have TMJ (jaw locking or pain)?

Do you have knee, ankle or foot problems (flat feet or Plantar Fasciitis)?

Do you have arthritis?

Do you need cardiac rehabilitation?

Do you have chronic respiratory problems?

If you answered yes to any of the above you need physical therapy.

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Staying safe in the summer sun

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ummer months mean being outside more than ever. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico wants to help you stay safe this summer.

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Go out earlier or later in the day to avoid the most intense hours of the sun. The sun’s rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Wear protective clothing, such as long-sleeve shirts and shirts with collars. Darker colors may also help to protect your skin more that lighter colors. Likewise, a tightly woven fabric blocks more rays than a loosely woven fabric.

Wear a hat. Your scalp can become sunburned if you don’t cover it. Hats also protect your ears and shade your face and neck.

Apply sunscreen with a sun protection factor, or SPF, of at least 15 approximately 30 minutes before going outdoors.

Re-apply sunscreen every two hours or after swimming or perspiring heavily. Don’t skimp on sunscreen; apply often to get the maximum benefits.

From victim to survivor: Resource for sexual assault victims

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exual Assault is any unwanted touch, gesture, comment, or physical contact that is sexual in nature. Sexual Assault happens without consent. Sexual Assault can happen to anyone regardless of race, class, gender, age, sexuality, religion, ability, etc. Rape is NOT about sexual desire. Rape is a weapon of violence used by the perpetrator in order to have power and control over another person. Sex becomes a weapon when it is used at any time to dominate, humiliate, and oppress another individual.

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Wear UV-protective sunglasses to shade your eyes. Even better, wear sunglasses that fit close to your face or have wraparound frames.

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Use a lip protector with sunscreen to prevent your lips from burning.

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If you have to be outdoors, seek shade. Use an umbrella or set up a shade structure. Don’t be fooled – you can burn in the shade or on a cloudy day if you are not wearing a sunscreen.

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Take a break. If you’re exercising or doing something that requires a lot of physical activity, it’s easy to become tired.

If this happens, stay out of the sun for a while.

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Sip water frequently. Don’t wait until you become thirsty to have a drink. Drink plenty of fluids throughout the day.

In the summer at mid-day, you can sunburn in as little as 30 minutes if you are not wearing sunscreen. You can’t avoid the New Mexico sun, so protect yourself and your family.

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If you or someone you know becomes the victim of sexual assault, it is important for you to understand your rights. Whether or not you want to file a police report, you have access to resources to help you heal medically and emotionally. The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) is a valuable resource.

SANE Nurses are specially trained to provide medical care and collect forensic evidence for victims of sexual assault. These services are free of charge to the victim and are available to anyone in Lincoln County regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation or financial means. If you are a victim of sexual assault, we are here to help you.

Contact SANE at 575-430-9485 or visit us online at www.LincolnCountySANE.org.

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How much physical fitness is enough?

What the experts say…

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e are constantly inundated with all types of “experts” in fitness, wellness, exercise, diet, eastern medicine, western medicine, including celebrities educating us on how to live. Cable TV infomercials and other media are blaring advice and cures on what we need to do in order to look and feel healthier, younger, and more vibrant. In other words the fountain of youth transforming us into fitness models in thirty days by taking a pill, buying a DVD, reading a book, using a prop, or eating organic raw purified certified pulverized easy to swallow packaged meal replacements. The list goes on and on with experts advising us, warning us, and even threatening us about what will happen if we don’t do what they tell us.

I have been interested and passionate about fitness, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles for most of my life. Admittedly, I do have a slant toward science and evidence based medicine due to my background. Here is what I’ve learned about my own healthy and unhealthy habits over the years.

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Do your own research and don’t just listen to what sounds good. There are a lot of resources for unbiased facts about how the human body works in terms of nutrition, exercise, and mental health. Be careful listening to talk shows. They

are all subsidized and most if not all of the claims are unsubstantiated.

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If it sounds too good to be true, it is. The basic fundamentals of health are to “live a healthy lifestyle” and the results will follow.

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The basics: quit smoking, eat a well balanced diet with reasonable portions, exercise every day (30 minutes/day), get a check up with your doctor and Dr. Keith Levitt be compliant with your meds (diabetes, cholesterol, hypertension), and protect yourself from the sun.

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Have fun. Find support for your new lifestyle and make it a priority.

It doesn’t have to be painful, expensive, or complicated. The side effects of making the decision of a lifestyle change rather than a quick fix is that it will work in ways that will amaze you.

You’ll feel better, have more energy, and live longer; most

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The importance of a great smile

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id you know that the first thing most people notice is your teeth and smile?

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A beautiful smile improves appearance and promotes dental health.

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Correctly positioned and shaped teeth can make us look younger and accents our best facial features.

A smile you can be proud of is an Kenneth Childress, DDS obvious benefit of orthodontic treatment. People who are happy with their smile are more confident with themselves and with the people around them. It is no wonder that parents want to provide their children with the best chances of success and that adults seek treatment for personal and business reasons.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that a child’s first visit to an orthodontist take place at age seven. This allows for early identification and treatment of significant dental and skeletal imbalances of the teeth and developing jaw structures. Why age 7? This is when the first molars and incisors usually erupt, establishing the bite. During this time beginning treatment of orthodontic problems between the ages of 7 and 10 can bring about the best result and the least amount of time and expense. At this early age, orthodontic treatment may not be necessary, but an evaluation gives an orthodontist an opportunity to monitor growth and development and begin treatment when it is ideal.

Benefits of Orthodontics Beyond the cosmetic advantages of straight teeth, there are important medical and psychological benefits as well. Properly aligned teeth and jaws may alleviate or prevent physical health problems.

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Straight teeth are easier to clean, and less likely to decay

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Orthodontically corrected teeth are less prone to chipping and wear

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Ideally positioned teeth lessen the chance of gingivitis, recession, and gum disease

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A good bite results in less strain on jaw muscles/joints.

In extreme cases, misalignment of the jaw joints can sometimes lead to chronic headaches or pain in the face or neck.

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SMILE, continued from page 15

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Early prevention may be less costly than the dental care required to treat more serious problems that can develop in later years.

Psychological Benefits •

Increased confidence

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Improved self-acceptance and well being

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Enhanced attractiveness

Here’s how to get started: You don’t need a referral from your family dentist to make an appointment. We encourage you to take the initiative to schedule an examination if you think your child can potentially benefit from orthodontic treatment So, orthodontic treatment can mean more than just a great smile. And that’s something you can smile about!

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importantly you will be a glowing example to your friends and family. Anyone can do it.

But then don’t take my word for it (See point #1), check it out yourself: 1 United States Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF): http://www.ahrq.gov/professionals/clinicians-providers/ guidelines-recommendations/uspstfix.html 2 University of Maryland Division of Complementary and Alternative Medicine http://www.umm.edu/altmed/# 3 Exercise Prescription, Emedicine http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/88648-overview 4 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, U.S. Department of Agriculture (2010). Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010, 7th ed. Washington, DC: U.S. Government http://health.gov/dietaryguidelines/ 5 Federal Wellness Resource Guide, Center for Disease Control (CDC) http://www.cdc.gov/policy/resources/federalwellnessresourceguide.pdf Contributed by Dr. Keith Levitt –NMDOH Southeast Region Health Officer 16

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Changing health, changing lifestyles

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ike many other families when I was young, when my grandparents’ health declined, they came to live with us.

Without many choices, they stayed until the end of their journey.

So fast forward 40 years. Most kids today could not tell you what it would be like for their grandparents to live with them.

Issues such as: moving upheaval, adequate space in the home, pets and how the family’s lifestyle changes to accommodate the needs of an aging or infirm relative are vital considerations. Most importantly, how can a parent raise their children and take care of an aging parent or ill spouse simultaneously? These are very familiar concerns and today’s caregiving scenarios have added complications. I recently asked my own sister about our assistance plans for our 88 year old mother.

Her response was, “Medicare will pay for it.”

“No. It won’t,” I declared and here’s why.

for planning, start by learning more about Medicare in’s and out’s - including healthcare coverage. You are never too young to know and plan.

Fran Altieri is a licensed New Mexico and Arizona Sales Representative for Bankers Life and Casualty and a senior education specialist who assists people with Medicare health insurances, long term care plans, survivorship plans and more. Reach Fran at 575-973-0571 and attend upcoming Medicare 101 Workshops. Check your calendar: October through December 7 is time for new enrollment and changes in your Medicare coverage. Fran and her husband, Robert reside in Carrizozo.

Lincoln County Mobile Food Distribution at Horton Complex (old Ruidoso Middle School)

Most Medicare age Americans and especially Baby Boomers, really don’t understand what Medicare will or will not cover.

One thing is certain today, Long Term Care is not covered (page 122 of “Medicare and You 2012” published by Medicare). What does that mean for you? Without adequate supplemental coverage, the next choice might be out of pocket spending. So what happens when you must spend part or all of your life savings to pay for the care of your parent or spouse? One outcome may be that later when you, the surviving caretaker may need assistance, there may be no assets left.

It may mean that you will have to “spend down” your hard earned assets – which may qualify you for Medicaid. Medicare may then be able to assist you with Long Term Care. But for most of us, we’re not willing to “spend down” and go on welfare.

The best solution is “planning.” Long Term Care Planning can ease your worries, and that of your family. You can plan to protect you lifestyle, assets and family relationships. You can better predict a level of independence and dignity for the aging or ill family member and the entire family. To gain the information

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You may not leave containers to hold your place. You must be present to be considered “in line.” We are doing our best to be fair to all.

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Families will complete a form giving address and number in family.

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Any questions, please call 575-258-3252 ext. 6720.

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Youth engagement in Lincoln County

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incoln County is blessed to have citizens who develop opportunities which enable area youth to develop their existing assets, better themselves, and enhance their environments. Activities designed to target youth involvement range from prevention activities presented in schools to faith-based and environment-centered groups.

Prevention activities in school are centered on evidencebased curricula designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed in their future. Assetbuilding and resistance skills are both presented as well as information about topics the students will face as they mature. These classes begin in the elementary grades.

Students participate in a variety of activities such as creating artwork used to create calendars found throughout the county.

Courtesy photo. Students learning how the voting process works at the Light the Fire Youth Leadership Summits were created Maze of Life event. to build leadership, develop existing assets, and increase community awareness among the youth of Lincoln Counbetween teens and parents on current teen issues, and reinty. This year’s Summit consisted of a group session, lunch, and forcing the life skills needed to handle potential life situations. the Bonita Park Challenge Course. The group session centered The booths are all based around realistic scenarios that could on “Courage”. Breakout facilitators shared available upcomarise in each student’s life. It is wonderful to see several coming service opportunities and encouraged students to choose munity entities come together to present this activity. High projects that fit their interests. It was emphasized that service school students also volunteer and provide assistance. doesn’t have to be a large project, but can be something small done for anyone.

These are just a few examples of activities where students are working to better themselves and their community. Many othAn activity that has been created for the eighth-graders is The ers are available through SADD (Students Against Destructive Maze of Life. The experiential maze is an interactive life-size Decisions), The Boys and Girls Club, EcoServants, Boy and Girl game designed to help teens better understand the conseScouts, local churches, Peace Village, Parks and Recreation, and quences of decisions they are presently making and others volunteer activities such as the food pantries to name a few. they will face in the future. The interactive game provides While this is not an inclusive list, it does point out that there information to students on a variety of topics which could are opportunities for the youth to become involved and make include: education, finances, legal matters, tobacco, alcohol, a difference. parenting, gambling, and career choices. The objectives of this exercise include providing teens with accurate information about teen issues in a positive forum, encouraging discussion Contributed by Linda Hand

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Pain management: A drug-free approach Do you suffer from chronic or acute pain?

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of other health challenges including the healing of broken bones, improved bone density, pre- and post-surgical treatment, wound healing, sleep therapy, digestion, blood pressure and several neurological challenges such as Parkinson’s, Lupus and Multiple Sclerosis just to name a few. In Japan there are some physicians that label Fibromyalgia as “Electromagnetic Field Deficiency Syndrome.”

Over the last couple of decades various health care professions such as chiropractic, acupuncture and massage have become more main stream. This shift has dramatically helped to offset some of the more invasive and destructive protocols however standing alone, they too can sometimes fall short of long-term pain relief and permanent healing.

Could they know something we don’t?

t is estimated that one in three Americans struggle with lifealtering pain on a daily basis. Most of us follow the advice of our family physician or other medical specialist when it comes to controlling pain. The prescribed treatment often results in the long-term use of narcotics, repeated injections and/or surgery.

Have you heard of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy?

Commonly known as PEMF, Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy is one of the oldest and most effective forms of pain management known to mankind. It is an excellent complement to all other forms of natural healing. Now, as a result of advancing technology, PEMF therapy devices are more effective than ever before. On Dec. 28, 2011, Dr. Mehmet Oz started his popular TV show by saying, “Today we are changing the practice of medicine.” Dr. Oz was referring to PEMF therapy and its use for pain relief.

In addition to pain management PEMF therapy is used for a host

Most of the research and development is this field comes from Europe. Since the 1940s American medicine has been dominated by the development and use of pharmaceutical drugs for nearly all health challenges. This has proven to be a very profitable industry and has secured a strong hold on our medical schools and the doctors they produce. Meanwhile countries like Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Russia were developing devices and conducting studies with astounding results using PEMF therapy. There are literally thousands of double blind, placebo controlled studies confirming the efficacy of PEMF. For more information on this approach to improved health and wellness contact or visit the Better Home Better Health Center located at 2500 Sudderth Drive Suite #12, inside the Four Season’s Mall, Midtown, Ruidoso. timseay@live.com, 575-770-0136.

Please note, the information in this article is for educational purposes only and is not intended for use as medical advice.

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Should I worry about gambling?

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n general, gambling is seen as a social activity and not recognized as a potential addiction. Often, gambling does not pose a problem in a person’s daily life. However, for approximately 125,000 adults and approximately 6% of youth in New Mexico, gambling disrupts their personal and work lives, affects their finances and leads to a need for treatment.

Problem gamblers dedicate more time, thoughts and money toward gambling. Problem gambling affects all aspects of a gambler’s life– family, job, hobbies, finances, etc. According to the National Council on Problem Gambling, one in five gamblers have attempted suicide. Problem gamblers have the highest rate of suicide among addictions. Approximately three quarters of all problem gamblers have symptoms of depression. Many problem gamblers resort to crime to repay their debts. These crimes are usually non-violent, including tax evasion, forgery and burglary. Additionally, approximately 50% of spouses of problem gamblers have been a victim of domestic violence.

The Mescalero Responsible Gaming Program is dedicated to providing education and awareness to all citizens.

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Advocate for problem gamblers and their families

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Providing information and referrals to certified therapy and case management counselors

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Providing gambling support group meetings available for individuals and their families

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Educate and provide community outreach programs for the general public, businesses and local school systems

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Provide contacts to Gamblers Anonymous and GamAnon

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Never borrow money to gamble

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Always gamble with others

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Never bet more than you can afford to lose

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Problem gambling doesn’t only affect the gambler. It affects their families, peers, coworkers and communities.

Do not gamble as a way to cope with emotional or physical pain

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Learn about the potential for addiction

There is help!

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Learn the warning signs of problem gambling

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Include a variety of recreational activities in your life

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Set limits on how much time and money you spend on gambling

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Do not skip meals or medication while gambling

Problem gambling warning signs

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Need to gamble increasing amounts of money to achieve the desired excitement

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Repeated unsuccessful efforts to control gambling

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Restless or irritable when trying to cut down or stop gambling

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Gambling as a distraction from problems

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After losing money, returns the next day to try to recoup losses

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Lies to family members and others regarding the extent of gambling

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School-based health centers

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tudents perform better when they show up for class, healthy and ready to learn. Research shows that SBHCs help students avoid health-related absences and offer support to help them succeed in the classroom. It is well accepted that healthier children make better students. The collaboration of the physical and behavioral health providers contributes to the overall health of each individual student that comes to the SBHC by treating acute and chronic illnesses, along with addressing any identified behavioral heath issues.

The Region IX Education Cooperative provides wrap-around care for students. Parents can access behavioral health services for children by calling or by going through the school counselors. Behavioral health services and referral services are available at no cost.

Impact of behavioral health on academic success (New Mexico Alliance for School Based Health Centers) Behavioral health encompasses both mental health and substance use and affects students’ ability to learn and succeed academically. It affects how students feel, think, and act; their self-esteem and ability to relate to others; their capacity to evaluate situations and make choices.

Prevalence

It is estimated that 25 percent, or one in four, young people

suffers some sort of behavioral health problem sufficient enough to impair his or her ability to maintain daily activities, such as attending school, completing homework, participating in family activities, or spending time with friends. Depression is one of the most serious and common problems encountered by students of all ages.

Treatment offers hope for success In any given year, it is estimated that less than one in five students receives needed treatment. Students who do not receive treatment for their behavioral health problem are less likely to engage in their studies and succeed in school. They are more likely to experience a worsening of their symptoms, which may manifest themselves through violent behavior, such as aggression, assault, or suicide. Simply put, students who receive treatment for their behavioral health problems do better academically than those who don’t receive treatment. They are more likely to develop and use the skills needed to overcome their problems. This allows them to focus on their studies and feel connected to their schools. (www.nmasbhc.org for articles referenced) Students who receive treatment for their behavioral health problems do better academically. Call the Region IX SBHC for an appointment or information: 575-630-7974.

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Prescription medication abuse

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uidoso Municipal School District is partnering with several agencies to combat the problem of prescription drug abuse, specifically with the LOCK YOUR MEDS campaign.

There is a growing trend of pill abuse in community and schools, locally and nationally. The statistics are frightening: •

50 percent of children 12 and over who abused prescription drugs in 2010 and 2011 got them from family or friends, for free

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Many suicide attempts that resulted in hospitalization were with pills

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In 2011, more than 67,000 children were seen in an emergency room due to medication poisoning, reports Safe Kids Worldwide

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4 out of 10 teens think that prescription drugs are safer than illicit drugs

Says Ruidoso High School Principal Staski, local advocate, “You, your family and neighbors can make a difference by disposing of medication that is not being used, locking up meds, keeping up with the number of pills, and being alert to the issue of prescription drug abuse.” There is easy prevention by first just locking up

your prescription medicines.

Some other steps include: 1 Record and understand prescription information, and rely on the experts, pharmacists and doctors, for help. Know what you are taking, the benefits and the side effects.

2 Safely acquire medication, whether buying your prescription at the neighborhood pharmacy or an online pharmacy.

3 Appropriately use and administer medications, including taking the entire duration of your prescription. Consult the doctor or pharmacist if a dose if missed.

4 Find a secure storage spot for medications, preferably locked 5 Dispose of unneeded and outdated prescription and overthe-counter medications as disposal in landfills and sewage create environmental problems. Many pharmacies take them.

6 Educate family and friends on abuse and misuse dangers.

For additional ways to protect your friends and family, log on to www.awarerx.org.

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Alternative transportation

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ith the price of gas and more and more traffic congestion, especially in our summer months, more people are seeking alternative transportation options.

Alternative Transportation is designed to help you travel as often as possible by means other than driving alone in a car.

Whether your travel is for commuting to work or traveling for pleasure, alternative transportation provides you with the following benefits: •

Save gas – save money

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Less road stress

Why Take a Bus?

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Less wear and tear on your primary vehicle

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Relief of environmental concerns

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It’s affordable

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It’s reliable

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It’s easy

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College students

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Independent pre-teens and mature youth

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Senior citizens

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Tourist who want to see more

Commuting by bus is reliable transportation for all ages and 47 times safer than car travel; you can relax, read, etc. and no hassle of finding a parking space. The more we use it, the better it can serve us.

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Single car families

Lincoln County Transit: 575-378-1188 $2-adults, $1-kids, call 24 hours in advance

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Why take a Bike?

Why Carpool?

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Saves money

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Saves time

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Builds relationships

Health – Bicycle commuting is a great way to squeeze regular exercise into a hectic schedule.

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Mobility – Avoid traffic congestion, park quickly and close

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Economics – Save on the cost of fuel, parking fees, auto maintenance, etc.

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Environment Benefits - Good for air quality

Carpooling is simply two or more people going together in one vehicle to their destination. Carpooling is easy. A carpool is flexible and can usually accommodate everyone’s needs.

Carpooling can been done regularly or on occasion. Great for distance trips to the Spencer Theatre, Inn of the Mountain Gods, Ruidoso Downs Museum of the Horse.

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Why Walk?

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Anyone can do it

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Walking to your destination provides an opportunity to combine commuting and exercise as well as nature

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It decrease stress, increasing quality of life

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Remember the ‘Five P’s’ of immediate evacuation: 1. People and Pets For kids, pets and livestock, take baby bags, leashes and carriers 2. Papers Keep IDs handy, insurance documents, marriage licenses, etc.

3. Prescriptions Medications, glasses, contacts for you, your children and pets 4. Pictures A small stash of personal non-replaceable items that has been pre-assembled or found in an easy to locate place 5. Personal Computer Save personal documents, pictures and such onto a removable hard drive and #2 and #4 are taken care of!

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Where’s the best place to get emergency info?

Your local radio station.

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Should you leave your electricity on at the house?

Yes, including some lights; but lock the doors and pull the curtains closed.

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What can I do today to prepare?

Establish and practice a family evacuation plan and a meeting location.

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How will I know of evacuations?

Sign up for the Reverse 911 at www.CallMeRuidoso.com to receive texts and calls; when possible the fire department will knock on your door; and listen to your local radio station.

Frequently Asked questions •

What is the item most left behind?

False teeth

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First Baptist Church of Ruidoso Downs Thrift Shop . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-4611 Acupuncture or 575-378-1941 Alpha and Omega Chiropractic/ NM Aging & Long Term Services Lincoln County Humane Dr. Fraley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-5999 Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-432-2080 Society Resale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-1040 Dr. Janet La Rosa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-3739 Lincoln County Medical Center Auxilliary Thrift Store . . . . . . . . . 575-257-7051 ALZHEIMER LIVING FACIILITIES Biofeedback Salvation Army Thrift . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-434-4700 Casa Arena Blanca Nursing Living Energies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-5855 Center (Secured Alzheimer’s

or 575-622-7126 Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-434-4510 Sweet Charity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-0041 CERTIFIED REFLEXOLOGY Eyeglass Assistance Morgan Marr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 831-521-4465 Assisted Living Facilities Casita de Cura . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-336-1312 Ruidoso Noon’s Lions Club Mescalero Care Center . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-464-4802 Eye Exams Lion Bill Allen . . . . . . 575-257-2776 Chiropractic or Lion Curt Dimberg . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-1947

Jon D. Ogden, D.C.

Doctor of Chiropractic The Lincoln Tower 1096 Mechem Dr., Ste. G-5 Ruidoso, NM 88345 575-258-3725 575-937-2876 cell · 575-258-3238 fax

Adobe Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Alpha and Omega Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chiropractic Associates of Ruidoso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dr. Jon Ogden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dr. Vickie Peebles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

White Mountain Chiropractic & Neurology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Healing Centers Better Home Better Health . . . . . . .

High Mesa Healing Center . . . . . . .

Parish Health Ministries . . . . . . . . . .

Rejuvenation through Natural Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Village Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sanctuary on the River . . . . . . . . . . .

575-257-6111 575-258-5999 575-258-3725 575-258-3725 575-630-0499 575-257-7970

575-770-0136 575-336-7777 575-257-4170 575-630-3739 575-258-2258 575-630-1111

Health foods /Supplements /Herbs/ Vitamins Rosemary’s Ruidoso Herb Shop . . 575-257-0333 The Wild Herb Market . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-0138 Homeopathic

Hard Candy/DaVinci Teeth Whitening . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Living Energies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rosemary’s Ruidoso Herb Shop . .

The Wild Herb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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575-630-0027 575-258 5857 575-257-0333 575-257-0138

Dialysis Financial Assistance Fresenius Medical Care . . . . . . . . . . . 575-437-9731 Chavez County Community or 1-866-434-2597 Action Program Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 575-623-0014 Mescalero Dialysis Center . . . . . . . . 575-464-4802 Good Neighbor Fund (PNM) . . . . . . . . 575-378-4611 or 575-378-1941 Home-Health Agencies LIHEAP Energy Assistance Ruidoso Homecare Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-1762 & Hospice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-0028 Lincoln County Indigent Fund . . . . 575-258-1232 Community Home Care . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-1986 Salvation Army . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-4611 or 575-378-1941 Hospice Food Assistance Ruidoso Homecare & Hospice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-0028 County Food Pantries Lincoln County Food Bank Ruidoso Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-8939 LONG TERM NURSING Open MWF 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Casa Arena Blanca Nursing Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-434-4510 Commodity Supplemental Food Program . . . . . . 575-624-2271 / 575-625-2030 Every 1st Thursday on odd months long term care planning Ruidoso Downs Food Bank 9 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Genworth Financial - Long Term San Patricio Senior Citizen 2 - 3 p.m.

Care Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-937-0596 Angus Church of the Nazarene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-336-8032 Senior Citizen Centers & Resources 2nd & 4th Tuesday of every month at 2 p.m.

Adult Protective Services . . . . . . . 1-866-654-3219 Free meal to the public every Wed. at 5 p.m.

Alzheimer’s Association Christian Services of NM Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-777-8155 Lincoln County Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4381 Help Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-272-3900 County Mobile Food Pantries Lincoln County Community Health Senior Centers: Capitan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-354-2640 Council Mobile Food Pantry Ruidoso . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-3252 ext. 6720 Carrizozo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-648-2121 First Thursday of every month, Horton Complex Corona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-849-5111 Center 2 p.m.

Hondo/San Patricio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-653-4405 Capitan Mobile Food Pantry . . . . . . 575-439-6731 Ruidoso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4565 1st Thursday of the month at the Lincoln Ruidoso Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-4659 County fairgrounds Heritage Program for Carrizozo Mobile Food Pantry . . . . 575-443-4689 Senior Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-6283 2nd Tuesday of every month for 55 and older; 12-2 p.m. at the Assembly of God Church; 4th Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-4659 Tuesday of every month, 54 and younger; 12-2 Sacramento Mountain p.m. at the Assembly of God Church Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-7872 Senior Coffee Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4170 School Backpack Program Food 4 Kids Backpack Program Carol Magill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-3495 Basic Needs Assistance or Elizabeth Potter . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-937-4732 Clothing Assistance Food items sent home weekly in children’s backChristian Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4381 packs.

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Senior Food Programs All Senior Center Sites offer Meals on Wheels Capitan - Zia Senior Citizens . . . . . . 575-354-2640 Lunch served M-F from 12 - 1 p.m. $2 donation for those over 60, $12.10 for those under the age of 60.

Carrizozo Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . 575-648-2121 Lunch served M-F from 12 - 1 p.m. $2 donation for those over 60, $12.10 for those under the age of 60.

Corona Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-849-5111 Lunch served M-F from 12 - 12:30 p.m. $2 donation for those over 60, $12.10 for those under the age of 60.

Hondo Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-653-4405 Lunch served M-F from 12 - 1 p.m. $2 donation for those over 60, $12.10 for those under the age of 60.

Ruidoso Downs Senior Center . . . . 575-378-4659 Lunch served M-F from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $2 donation for those over 60, $12.10 for those under the age of 60.

Senior Helpings Boxes Community United Methodist Church Maury St. John . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4575

or 575-257-4170 Home delivery once a month for ages 60 or above.

Income eligibility required/limited quantity

The Counseling Center . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-5038 Crisis Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-634-3666 Dr. Elizabeth B. Maines . . . . . . . . . . . 575-973-2022 Dr. Jo Hudson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-973-2012 Dr. Kenneth C. Kenney . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-363-8293 Dr. Paula Land, Psychologist . . . . . 575-257-2100 Polly Hickman, Mental Health Nurse Practitioner . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-446-5300 Gerald Champion Sleep Center Mental Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-8092 Life Transitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-446-5300 Lincoln County Community Assistance Program 24/7 Hotline . . . . . . 1-800-888-3689 Lincoln County Medical Center Heritage Program (Senior Program) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-6283 Mark Ovrick, LISW, LSSW . . . . . . . . . 575-808-8380 Merriken Bryant, MS LPCC . . . . . . . . 575-937-4349 Mirasol Counseling and Consulting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-4708 Region IX School-Based Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-7974

or 575-258-4859 Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services of Lincoln County . . . 575-257-8942 Team Builder Counseling Inc. . . . . . 575-630-0571

Reduced Price Food Boxes Substance Abuse Services Angel Food Network Al-Anon of Ruidoso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-430-9502 (J Bar J Church) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-6899 Alcoholics Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . 575-430-9502 Alianza of New Mexico . . . . . . . . . . . 575-623-1995 Food Reimbursement for Daycare The Counseling Center . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-5038 Providers Region IX School Based Children In Need of Service Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-4859 (CHINS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-434-9588 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-8942 Housing Assistance Camelot Place Apartment/Low Income Support Groups Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-5897 Al-Anon of Ruidoso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-430-9502 Citizenship/Residency – Financial Guidelines

or 1-888-425-2666 Eastern Regional Housing Alcoholics Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . 575-430-9502 Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-622-0881 New Mexico (HIV Support Alianza of HUD Financial assistance for rent & Harm Reduction) . . . . . . . . . . . 575-623-1995 Inspiration Heights/Low Income Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-4236 Alzheimer’s Monthly Support Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-777-8155 Citizenship/Residency – Financial Guidelines Ladera Apt Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-5262 Bereavement/Grief Support . . . . . . 575-258-0028 Gamblers Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-682-6200 High Mesa Healing Center . . . . . . . . 575-336-7777 Medical Assistance Children’s Medical Services . . . . . . . 575-258-3252 Mescalero Responsible Lincoln County Indigent Fund . . . . 575-258-1232 Gaming . . . . . . . 575-464-7106 / 575-258-9205 or 1-800-572-1142 Prescriptions Episcopal Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-2356 Overeating Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . 575-437-3761 Senior Coffee Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4170 Shriners Hospitals Crippled Children & Burn Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-237-5055 Weight Watchers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-651-6000 or Bobby Johnson . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-336-2541 Woman to Woman W2W . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-6378 Support group for victims and survivors of VISUAL Assistance domestic violence National Federation of the Blind . 575-434-8391

Canaan Trail Baptist Church . . . . . . 575-336-1979 Capitan Church of Christ . . . . . . . . . 575-354-9015 Capitan Methodist Church . . . . . . . 575-354-2288 Christ Church in the Downs . . . . . . 575-378-8464 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints . . . . . . . . 575-258-1253 or 575-258-1254 Church Out of Church . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-1386

or 575-258-1388 Community United Methodist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4170 Episcopal Church of Holy Mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-2356 First Assembly of God Church . . . . 575-257-2324 First Baptist Church of Carrizozo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-648-2968 First Baptist Church of Ruidoso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-2081 First Christian Church of Ruidoso Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-4611 The Fellowship of Help & Hope . . . 575-257-6899 First Presbyterian Church . . . . . . . . 575-257-2220 Ft Lone Tree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-354-3322 Gateway Church of Christ . . . . . . . . 575-257-4381 Grace Harvest Church . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-336-4213 Lighthouse Christian Fellowship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-2539 Mescalero Reformed Church . . . . . 575-464-4471 Peace Chapel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-336-7075 Ruidoso Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-4174 Ruidoso Branch Church . . . . . . . . . . 575-336-1068 Sacred Heart Catholic Church . . . . 575-648-2853 Saint Eleanor Catholic Church . . . . 575-257-2330 Santa Rita Catholic Church . . . . . . . 575-648-2853 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-4191 Trinity Southern Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-354-2044 Trinity United Methodist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-648-2893

Children, Youth & Families Department Adult Protective Services . . . . . . . . . 575-257-9217 1-866-654-3219 Child Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-434-9770 Child Protective Services . . . . . . . . . 575-257-9217 1-855-333-7233

Crisis Intervention

Agora Crisis Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-866-435-7166 Cope (Domestic Violence) . . . . . . . . 575-258-4946 1-800-350-2673 Counseling Center 24/7 Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-634-3666 Crisis Assistance Listening Line . . . . . . . . . . 1-866-314-6841/575-646-2255 Heal / The Nest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-6378 Churches Lincoln County Community Assistance Behavioral Health Services Angus Church of the Nazarene . . . 575-336-8032 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-888-3689 Counseling Apostolics of Lincoln County . . . . . 575-258-4571 National Center for Missing and Exploited Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-843-5678 COPE . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-4946 / 1-866-350-2673 Calvary Chapel of Ruidoso . . . . . . . 575-257-5915 2013 Health & Wellness Guide | Ruidoso Free Press

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American red cross FuneRAL SeRvICeS nM . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-560-2302/ 505-265-8514 LaGrone’s Funeral home . . . . . . . . . 575-257-7303 cOpe . . . . . . . . . . . . .575-258-4946/1-866-350-2673 pcs - professional cremation national Domestic Violence services LLc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-0161 hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-799-7233 www.LincolnCountySANE.org the nest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-6378 poison control center . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-222-1222 GAMInG new Mexico council on support Group Victims of national hotline for human problem Gaming . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-572-1142 Domestic Violence . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-4708 trafficking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-888-373-7888 1-800-GAMBLER new Mexico council Mescalero Gaming on problem Gambling . . . . . .1-800-572-1142/ eDuCATIon/SCHooLS commission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-464-7101 1-800-GAMBLER eastern new Mexico university . . 575-257-2120 Mescalero responsible new Mexico crisis Line . . . . . . . . . 1-855-662-7474 or 1-800-934-3668 Gaming . . . . . . . .575-464-7106 / 575-258-9205 nurse Advice Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-877-725-2552 english as a second Language/ southern new Mexico Wellness citizenship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-1730 HeALTH CLuBS Alliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-430-9485 enMu continuing education . . . . 575-257-3012 suicide prevention Maxtime Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-808-8282 GeD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-1730 Lifeline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-800-373-TALK (8255) southwest personal Fitness . . . . . . 575-257-5902 GRADS Program pregnancy crisis center . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-1800 ruidoso Athletic club (rAc) . . . . . 575-257-4900 pregnant and parenting Counseling and Referrals teens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-4910 HuMAn TRAFFICkInG SeRvICeS Lincoln county cooperative extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-648-2311 national hotline for human DAnCe trafficking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-888-373-7888 Weldon Ganaway (adults) . . . . . . . . 575-937-6366 Lincoln county head start . . . . . . . 575-257-5025 new Mexico Organized Against James polk (adults) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-937-9006 Lincoln county parents as teachers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-3157 trafficking humans . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-0015 Andrea reed (adult and kids) . . . . . 575-937-2725 parents reaching Out . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-524-5176 Statewide support Network or parents of chilInSuRAnCe DenTISTRY dren with special needs and education Blue cross Blue salud . . . . . . . . . . 1-866-689-1523 carrizozo Dental clinic . . . . . . . . . . . 575-648-2839 prepared childbirth classes/Lincoln county Medical center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-8275 Blue cross Blue shield health children’s Dental clinic 575-257-6275 plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-432-0750 of ruidoso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-0246 Federal high risk pool . . . . . . . . . 1-877-573-3676 Dr. patrick J. coyne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-9053 region iX education cooperative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-2368 Genworth Financial - Long term Dr. John t Bennett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-5179 care planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-937-0596 Dr. Dylan Midkiff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-1136 Work Force solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-8181 insure new Mexico / (sci, newMexikids, Dr. sally Waters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-3388 schOOLs newMexiteens) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-888-997-2583 capitan elementary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-354-8501 DentistrY / OrthODOntics Lovelace health plan . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-808-7363 capitan schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-354-8500 children’s Dental clinic of ruidoso/ Lovelace salud . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-473-2757 Dr. kenneth W. childress . . . . . 575-257-0246 carrizo headstart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-464-9456 carrizozo schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-648-2348 Molina healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-580-2811 cloudcroft schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-682-2361 Molina salud . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-580-2811 OrthODOntists Dr. Michael taylor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-5653 corona elementary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-849-1711 new Mexico Medical insurance pool . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-432-0750 corona high school . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-849-1911 presbyterian health plan . . . . . . 1-866-388-7737 corona schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-849-1911 DeveLoPMenT DISABILITIeS presbyterian salud . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-888-977-2333 hondo schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-653-4411 SeRvICeS Mescalero headstart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-464-9183 salud enrollment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-888-532-8093 casa Alegre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4672 Mescalero k-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-464-4431 state Farm insurance new horizons Developmental Greg carey Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-5366 nob hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-9041 center . . . . . . . . .575-648-2379 / 575-648-2120 region iX education region iX early childhood cooperative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-2368 LABS Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-2368 ruidoso high school . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-4910 tricore reference Laboratories (0-3 yrs. Intervention) ruidoso Middle school . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-7800 (Outpatient draw site) . . . . . . . . . 575-257-0496 special Olympics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-430-8902 ruidoso public schools central Quest Labs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-1214 Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4051 DoMeSTIC vIoLenCe sierra Blanca christian LeGAL ReSouRCeS Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-0144 Police Department Non-Emergency # Law Access nM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-340-9771 Ruidoso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-7365 sierra Vista primary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-4943 Legal Aide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-541-4800 Ruidoso Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-1001 tularosa elementary . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-585-8801 Capitan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-354-2237 tularosa high school . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-585-8866 prOBAtiOn & pArOLe Carrizozo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-648-2351 tularosa Middle school . . . . . . . . . . 575-585-8803 Adult probation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-8118 1-800-799-7233 White Mountain elementary . . . . . 575-258-4220 Adult protective services . . . . . . 1-866-654-3219 White Mountain intermediate . . . 575-258-4150 28

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Licensed Massage Therapists & SpaS

Physicians/Hospitals/ Clinics/ Physical Therapy/ Medical Equipment/ Pharmacies

A Body Balanced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-937-0370 A Body Beautiful Day Spa . . . . . . . . 575-630-0515 A Touch of Magic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-6435 Bare Essentials Day Spa . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-5966 Bella Vita Day Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-9493 Beth Miller, LMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-808-0603 Birgit Sawinski LMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4325 Blue Lotus Healing Arts Center & Day Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4325 Carole Smith LMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4325 Cheryl A Cook LMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-808-0935 Dr. Janet La Rosa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-3739 Dyan Bowman LMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4325 Healing Art of Massage . . . . . . . . . . . 575-937-8576 Healing Essence Spa & Therapeutic Bodywork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-973-2092 Healing Touch Journey . . . . . . . . . . . 575-354-3424 Jennifer Lewicki LMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-937-0099 Jessica Sherman LMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-937-5110 Laura Kuster LMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4325 Libby Corry LMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-1315 Linda Schreiber LMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410-353-5286 Mountain Massage & Healing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-937-2304 Mountain Meadows Massage School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4325 Pamela Jamison LMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-6435 Patti Gray LMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-937-2304 Rebecca Forester LMT . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-937-2075 Reese McWright LMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4325 Rendez Vous Reflexology . . . . . . . . . 575-257-8000 Ruidoso Physical Therapy Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-1800 Sanctuary On The River Retreat & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-1111 Shiva Reinhardt LMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4325 Tim Stripto LMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-973-8697 Tresa Moore-Jamison LMT . . . . . . . 575-937-0518 Village Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-2258 White Mountain Massage & Bodywork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-808-0935

Medical Equipment & Oxygen Frontier Medical Equipment . . . . . 575-257-2536 LinCo Medical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-7174

Medical Spa Fusion Medical Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4772

Neurology NM Brain Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-434-0901

Spa A Body Beautiful Day Spa . . . . . . . . 575-630-0515 A Touch of Magic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-6435 Bare Essentials Day Spa . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-5966 Bella Vita Day Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-9493 Blue Lotus Healing Arts Center & Day Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575- 257-4325 Fusion Medical Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4772 Hair We Are . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-1315 Healing Essence Spa & Therapeutic Body Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-973-2092 Mountain Massage & Healing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-937-2304 Sevilla’s Day Spa & Salon . . . . . . . . . 575-257-8982

OBGYN Dr. Deborah Hewitt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-7505 Dr. Keri Rath . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-4200

Cardiology New Mexico Heart Institute . . . . 1-800-715-6644

Orthopedics Dr. Douglas Dodson . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dr. Eric Freeh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dr. John Anderson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dr. John Hughes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dr. Loren Spencer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

575-257-7632 575-257-7632 575-257-7632 575-257-7632 575-257-7632

Pharmacies/Discount . . . Prescriptions Pharmacy Outreach . . . . . . . www.rxoutreach.org Lawrence Brothers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-8020 RX Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-900-769-3880 Ear, Nose and Throat Sierra Blanca Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-2456 Dr. Timothy Frost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-437-4533 Walgreen Drug Stores . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-0054 Walmart Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-5400 Gastroenterology/Digestive Digestive Disease Institute / Physical Therapy Dr. Frederick French . . . . . . . . 1-888-353-4175 Lincoln County Medical Center . . . 575-257-8239 575-623-1442 Ruidoso Physical Therapy . . . . . . . . 575-257-1800 Therapy Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-5820 Hospitals and Clinics Capitan Medical Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-354-0057 Podiatry Carrizozo Dental Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . 575-648-2839 Dr. John Anderson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-7632 Carrizozo Health Center . . . . . . . . . 575- 648-2317 Dr. Loren Spencer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-7632 Carrizozo Medical Clinic . . . . . . . . . . 575-648-2317 Corona Health Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-849-1561 Primary Care Physicians/Family Gerald Champion Medical . . . . . . . . 575-439-6100 Practice Gerald Champion Sleep Center and Dr. Arlene M. Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-7712 Medical Complex . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-8092 Suzanne Carden, CNS . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-354-0057 La Casa - Family Health Center . . . 575-653-4830 Dr. Michael Clements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-3811 Lincoln County Medical Center . . . 575-257-8200 Suzanne Dennehy, CNP . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-8350 Region IX School-Based Dr. Frank J. DiMotta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-1214 Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-7974 Dr. Mary Martinez . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-8350

or 575-258-4859 Dr. Stephen Otero . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-8350 Ruidoso Public Health Office . . . . . 575-258-3252 Naomi West, CNP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-648-2317 Dr. Chris Robinson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-8350 Labs Dr. Walter Seidel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-3681 TriCore Reference Laboratories (Outpatient draw site) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-0496 Radiologists Quest Labs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-1214 Dr. Donald Wolfel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-8292 Dermatology Tall Pines Medical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4061

Oncology N.M. Cancer Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-8068 Optometrists/ Ophthalmologist (Eye care) Family Vision Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-5029 Dr. Fillmore Eye Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-9300 Dr. Paul Gulbas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-915-542-0279 Walmart Vision Center . . . . . . . . . . . 575- 378-5287 Dr. Michelle Yang . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-437-9900 2013 Health & Wellness Guide | Ruidoso Free Press

School Based Health Centers Mescalero School Based Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-464-4431 ext. 1143 Region IX School-Based Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-4859 Speech & Language Pathologist Lincoln County Medical Center, Alison Barton MS, CCC/SLP . . . . 575-257-8239 Therapy Associates, Elissa Cruz CCC/SLP . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-5820 Surgeons Dr. Tom Lindsey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-4200 Jennifer Wilson, PA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-630-4200

Mescalero Apache Tribe (Contact Numbers) Carrizo Boys & Girls Club . . . . . . . . . 575-464-6814 Carrizo Headstart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-464-3492 29

Community Health Representatives (CHR) . . . . . . . .

Diabetes/Wellness Center Leoma Baca . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dialysis Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Education Department . . . . . . . . . . .

Elderly Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Environmental Health . . . . . . . . . . . .

Families’ First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fire & Rescue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gaming Commission . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Health Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

575-464-9258

575-464-6383 575-464-4827 575-464-4500 575-464-1614 575-464-8785 575-464-0081 575-464-3473 575-464-7101 575-430-2790 575-464-4368 Income Support Division . . . . . . . . . 575-464-3805 MATI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-464-4039/575-464-1611 Mescalero Boys & Girls Club . . . . . . 575-464-9212 Mescalero Care Center . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-464-4802 Mescalero Headstart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-464-9183 Mescalero Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-464-4441 Mescalero WIC Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-464-0932 Parks & Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-646-4494 Responsible Gaming Program . . . 575-464-7106 Summer Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-464-1351 Systems of Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-464-9274 Teambuilders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-464-0016 Youth Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-464-0648

Social Security Assistance Division of Vocational Rehabilitation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-888-901-7866 Social Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-772-1213

Sexual Assault Resources for Males & Females Lincoln County COPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-4946 1-800-350-2673 Lincoln County DA’s Office . . . . . . . . 575-648-2383 Lincoln County Sheriff’s Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-648-2341 1-800-687-2419 Ruidoso Counseling Center . . . . . . 575-257-5038 Ruidoso Police Department . . . . . . 575-257-7365 Ruidoso Rape Crisis 24 hr . . . . . . . 1-800-634-3666 Southern New Mexico Wellness Alliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-430-9485

State of New Mexico Offices

New Mexico Department of Health www.health.state.nm.us Children Medical Services . . . . . . . . 575-258-3252 Children, Youth and Family . . . . . . . 575-257-9217 Environmental Dept . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-3272 Income Support Division . . . . . . . . . 575-378-1762 Quit Smoking Motor Vehicle Division Smoking Cessation, (Ruidoso) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-8550 Giselle Keyes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-626-7254 Ruidoso Public Health Office . . . . . 575-258-3252

or 1-800-QUIT-NOW State Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . 1-800-432-2080 Women, Infants, and Children Recreational Sports / Parks (WIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-3252

Basketball (Adult) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-5030 Disc Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-5030 Lincoln County 4-H . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-648-2311 Lincoln County Youth Soccer League, Manuel Medrano . . . . . 575-937-0881 Lincoln County Adult Soccer League, Manuel Medrano . . . . . 575-937-0881 Rocks Boxing Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-808-9081 Ruidoso Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-4468 Ruidoso High Altitude Aquatics Swim Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4900 or Sarah Crewe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-336-7030 Ruidoso Little League Baseball Nick Lawrence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-808-3302 Ruidoso Little League Basketball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-7141 Ruidoso Little League Football, Steve Temple . . . . . . . . 575-937-8358 Softball (Adult) Page Promotions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-9810 Swim Lessons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-5030 Village of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-5030 Volleyball (Adult) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-5030 Youth Track Development Program Sam Lee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-219-9502

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Department of Labor Workforce Connection (NM) www.jobs.state.nm.us Department of Workforce Solutions www.dws.state.nm.us Division of Vocational Rehabilitation www.dvrgetsjobs.com Job Listings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-258-1730 Labor Relations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-524-6195 Unemployment Benefits . . . . . . . 1-877-664-6984 Human Services Department Human Services Department www.hsd.state.nm.us Child Support Program . . . . . . . . . 1-800-288-7207 Income Support Division . . . . . . . . . 575-378-1762

Transportation Alamo Shuttle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dollar Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Enterprise Rent-A-Car . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lincoln County Emergency Medical Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Substations: Capitan, Hondo, Carrizozo and Corona Lincoln County Transit . . . . . . . . . . . .

575-437-1472 575-937-6803 575-257-1154 575-257-8290 575-378-5410

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Motor Vehicle Division (Ruidoso) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-378-8550 Ruidoso Bus Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-2660 SAFERIDE (provided by Presbyterian) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-797-7433 1-888-977-2333 Shuttle Ruidoso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-1815 1-877-903-7483 (Exempt and Lovelace Salud accepted) Superior Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-877-735-0111 (Lovelace Salud Transportation) Z-Trans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-439-4979

V.A. Information Department of Veteran Services www.dvs.state.nm.us V.A. Alamogordo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575-437-9195 V.A. Albuquerque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-465-8262 V.A. Care Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-888-252-9970 V.A. El Paso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-672-3782 V.A. Regional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-827-1000

Veterinary & Pet Services Becky Washburn, DVM . . . . . . . . . . .

Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Carrizozo Animal Clinic . . . . . . . . . . .

Cloudcroft Animal Hospital . . . . . .

Franklin Veterinary Clinic . . . . . . . .

Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mountain View Animal Clinic . . . . .

Ruidoso Animal Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . .

575-354-2311 575-430-8614 575-648-2247 575-682-2645 575-378-4708 575-430-8614 575-258-5800 575-257-4027

Service Dogs Laughing Eyes Kennels . . . . . . . . . . . 575-354-4342

Yoga Instruction Blue Lotus Yoga Studio . . . . . . . . . . . 575-257-4325 BuddhaYogaClass.com . . . . . . . . . . . 575-802-3013 High Mesa Healing Center . . . . . . . 575-336-7777

Youth Programs Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Lincoln County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Boys & Girls Club of Sierra Blanca . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Carrizo Boys & Girls Club . . . . . . . . .

Mescalero Boys & Girls Club . . . . . .

575-258-4185 575-808-8338 575-464-6814 575-464-9212

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575.258.0028 HOME HEALTH SERVICES •

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MEDICAL SOCIAL WORK

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HOME HEALTH AIDES

- Wound Care, Injections

- Strengthening, Fall Prevention - Swallowing Intervention, Cognition - Fine Motor Skills, Dressing, Grooming - Medication Expense & Financial Council - Bathing, Hygiene Tasks

HOSPICE SERVICES

Hospice is a special way of caring for people with terminal illnesses and their families. Hospice addresses physical needs (pain and symptom control), social and emotional needs, spiritual needs and grief/bereavement counseling.

Medication management to keep pain under control • Arrangements of special medical equipment and supplies relating to the Hospice diagnosis • Regularly scheduled nursing visits • 24 hour on-call RN •

Emotional support, counseling, companionship and spiritual counseling, as desired • Respite care (relief for the caregiver) • Volunteers specializing in Hospice care • Grief/Bereavement support •

Under the Hospice Medicare benefit, hospice provides all diagnosis related medications, medical supplies and equipment necessary to provide this care with no additional cost to the caregiver. Many insurances also cover Hospice under their policies. The Ruidoso Home Care & Hospice Foundation can help those in need of end-of-life care who are uninsured or have limited incomes.

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