It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting Fort Selden Historic Site in Dona Ana, NM gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Dona Ana, NM is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“I'm so impressed with the care my Mom has received from ABC! Their staff are caring and gentle with her, very attentive to her needs and show this is more than just a job, it's a calling for them. Their behind the scenes staff are outstanding, great in communication and flexibility. We really appreciate ABC and would give them more stars if we could!”
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“I love working here! The boss and supervisor are constantly checking up on both caregivers and family to make sure we have the equipment and support we need. They truly stand by their name. If your looking for a care agency for your loved ones. Look no further because I truly enjoy working for them and I know they hire caregivers who love their job. Patients are our number one concern and the care we provide should be the best. I have learned so much working for ABC Senior Services and I’m grateful for their support.”
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“The staff and everyone at this agency was amazing. They were professional and yet very personable. My father-in-law just turned 100 and my mother-in-law is 96, and together they can be a handful. I would highly recommend Always Best Care, without any hesitation.”
“The staff and everyone at this agency was amazing. They were professional and yet very personable. My father-in-law just turned 100 and my mother-in-law is 96, and together they can be a handful. I would highly recommend Always Best Care, without any hesitation.”
“I love working here! The boss and supervisor are constantly checking up on both caregivers and family to make sure we have the equipment and support we need. They truly stand by their name. If your looking for a care agency for your loved ones. Look no further because I truly enjoy working for them and I know they hire caregivers who love their job. Patients are our number one concern and the care we provide should be the best. I have learned so much working for ABC Senior Services and I’m grateful for their support.”
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting La Llorona Park in Dona Ana, NM with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Double Eagle Restaurant or visit Old Dona Ana County Courthouse, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Dona Ana, NM, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Dona Ana, NM understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Dona Ana, NM 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
An economic impact report published by New Mexico State University Arrowhead Center indicated that the economic output to the local and state economy by Spaceport America was upwards of $240 million in 2024.Spaceport America, a commercial spaceport in southern New Mexico, occupies 18,000 acres and is licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration for vertical and horizontal launches. It utilized public and private funds with an aim "to promote regional economic development while advancing New Mexico's role in the commercial spac...
An economic impact report published by New Mexico State University Arrowhead Center indicated that the economic output to the local and state economy by Spaceport America was upwards of $240 million in 2024.
Spaceport America, a commercial spaceport in southern New Mexico, occupies 18,000 acres and is licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration for vertical and horizontal launches. It utilized public and private funds with an aim "to promote regional economic development while advancing New Mexico's role in the commercial space industry."
The facility houses Virgin Galactic, Spin Launch, UP Aerospace, Isotropic Networks, Inc. and various other tenants - all contributing to the job market in the region, according to the report.
Dr. Kramer Winingham of NMSU's Arrowhead Center, an economist who authored the report, said Spaceport America is producing "exciting" results for New Mexico, including the potential of long-term tenants with the growth of the aerospace industry in the state.
Read the report here.
New Mexico State University's Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering- the first of its kind at the university - reported 629 undergraduate students enrolled in its mechanical engineering program and 452 undergraduates in its aerospace engineering program.
It is an employee pool that CEO of Spaceport America Scott McLaughlin said holds promise for the future of New Mexico's aerospace industry - especially as the economic report shows jobs at the facility trending upwards over the six-year study period.
In 2019, the facility reported 396 jobs - in 2024 that number had risen to 790. There was a dip in 2021 as the U.S. was in the grips of the COVID-19 pandemic.
McLaughlin predicted a slow down in that statistic again, however, as Spaceport America's anchor tenant Virgin Galactic announced a pause in flights. Total jobs at Spaceport America dropped from 985 in 2023 to 790 in 2024. Tenants at the facility self-report job figures.
A majority of those jobs are in Don?a Ana County according to the report; some 256 direct jobs and 590 total jobs. Sierra County saw some job impact as well with 107 total jobs , according to the report.
McLaughlin said he expected to see jobs bounce back in 2026 as Virgin Galactic resumed regular launches. The company announced its second quarter financial data showing a decrease in year over year revenue as it paused "commercial spaceflights to focus efforts on the production of the Delta class SpaceShips." The company's financial disclosure said research and private astronaut flights were expected to resume in fall 2026.
"Progress on our SpaceShips continues across all systems and structures, and our strong balance sheet, with over $500 million in cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities, provides the foundation to execute our business model as we bring our SpaceShips into commercial service. We have continued to reduce our quarterly cash spending and operating expense as part of our disciplined approach. Commercial service remains planned for 2026, with both research and private astronaut flights expected in the fall next year," said Michael Colglazier, CEO of Virgin Galactic in the financial report.
Spaceport America reported $14 million in revenue - not including funding from the State of New Mexico - Winingham said. He said the report indicated that the aerospace industry in New Mexico was headed in the right direction, and that as challenges are addressed it would continue to contribute to the local and state economy.
Don?a Ana County saw $183 million in total output from the facility; Sierra County saw $36 million. The report said Spaceport America saw a total tax revenue impact in 2024 of $24 million, $18 million of that with a direct impact on Don?a Ana County.
Among those challenges, Winingham said, were continued investment in the infrastructure at the facility and recruitment to diversify its tenant base.
The investment of private funding for construction in the six-year period of the study showed a drop since 2019 when investment peaked at $23 million. In 2024, just $2 million in private funds were used for construction at the site.
"So the initial vision of the Spaceport as a space tourism hub is still there, but we are also working very hard to diversify our customers," McLaughlin said.
McLaughlin said as a move to diversify, Spaceport America is courting a data center, an electromagnetic testing facility, and a deal is in the works with Sirius Aviation for vertical take-offs and landings as well as courting companies interested in suborbital flights.
Inland orbital launch however, McLaughlin said, is the future of Spaceport America. Building that capability at Spaceport America meant the facility - and New Mexico - would be better positioned in the aerospace industry. But that takes investment.
".... it creates a larger ecosystem that I think will help the whole region and help the State of New Mexico, so that's the long-term goal," he said.
"We have to invest. We can't ... just say that companies are gonna come here. We have to make the Spaceport America site ready. We have to invest in infrastructure and roads and electricity and water."
McLaughlin hoped the growth reported at Spaceport America would help New Mexico sell itself to companies and build on its economic growth.
Early voting opened Oct. 7 in Las Cruces for the November 2025 regular local election.The election features races for seats in both the Las Cruces City Council and Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education, and an array of races in surrounding communities.Here's what to know as you prepare to cast your vote.Where can I vote early in Don?a Ana County?Early voting is held at the Don?a Ana County Government Center located at 845 N. Motel Blvd. in Las Cruces.The Government Center will be open from...
Early voting opened Oct. 7 in Las Cruces for the November 2025 regular local election.
The election features races for seats in both the Las Cruces City Council and Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education, and an array of races in surrounding communities.
Here's what to know as you prepare to cast your vote.
Early voting is held at the Don?a Ana County Government Center located at 845 N. Motel Blvd. in Las Cruces.
The Government Center will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, through Oct. 31.
Voters can also cast a ballot Saturday, Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Beginning Saturday, Oct. 18 until Nov. 1, voters may vote from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday at the following alternate locations:
For more information on voting locations contact the Bureau of Elections at [email protected] or by phone at (575) 647-7428.
Same day voter registration is available at the Government Center during early voting.
Voters may also update their existing registration information during this period at the Government Center early voting location.
To check your voter registration or to register to vote in Don?a Ana County visit sos.nm.gov/voting-and-elections.
The 2025 local election is scheduled for Nov. 4.
Find the list of candidates for all open seats in Don?a Ana County here.
Mayor, Village of HatchDennis Torres
Anthony MayorDiana MurilloGabriel HolguinOscar Enriquez
Sunland Park City Council District 1Mili Sandoval
Sunland Park City Council District 2Armando MataOctavio Almaraz
Sunland Park City Council District 3Bertha SalmonJesus SotoArturo De La O
Sunland Park City Council District 6Susan GomezRaul TellesLas Cruces City Council District 3Isaiah TellezMichael Harris
Las Cruces City Council District 5Becky CorranRonnie Sisneros
Las Cruces City Council District 6John MunozTommy BlackRichard ReynaudRamona Bataneant
Village of Hatch TrusteeSanjuana OlveraRobert MartinezRoberto TorresCasey CristKathie FranzoyPerla Chairez
Mesilla TrusteeBiviana CadenaMartha MulvihillVeronica GarciaAdrianna Merrick
Anthony TrusteeRaul GranadosElva FloresDaniel BarrerasGenaro SorianoSylvia Hidalgo
Las Cruces Municipal JudgeJames DerossittMesilla Municipal JudgeHenry Dimatteo
Sunland Park Municipal JudgeLizette SalinasGabriel Antunez
Anthony Municipal JudgeRafael RamosSarah Holguin
Las Cruces Public School Board District 1Patrick Nolan
Las Cruces Public School Board District 2Pamela CortKristina Moore
Las Cruces Public School Board District 3Paul PaarRobert WoffordAdrianna GarciaNatalie Chadborn
Gadsden Independent School District 2Arlean MurilloCorina MedranoGadsden Independent School District 4Priscilla GuerreroRogelio Maldonado
Don?a Ana County Soil and Water Conservation BoardJohn PearsonGill SorgJeremy Griego
Hatch Valley Public School District BoardElva GarayChristopher Montez
Caballo Soil and Water Conservation BoardKeith Franzoy
Lower Rio Grande Public Water Works Authority District 3James Cadena
Lower Rio Grande Public Water Works Authority District 5Juan Perez
Lower Rio Grande Public Water Works Authority District 7Muriel Bowles
LAS CRUCES, N.M (KFOX14/CBS4) — Doña Ana County Commissioners are set to vote Friday on a significant step toward Project Jupiter, a proposed $165 billion data center near Santa Teresa.The project, led by Stack Infrastructure and Borderplex Digital, is touted as the largest potential commercial project in the county's history and one of the largest in New Mexico.County leaders emphasized that today's vote is not a final approval but rather a decision on whether to authorize the issuance of industrial revenue bonds....
LAS CRUCES, N.M (KFOX14/CBS4) — Doña Ana County Commissioners are set to vote Friday on a significant step toward Project Jupiter, a proposed $165 billion data center near Santa Teresa.
The project, led by Stack Infrastructure and Borderplex Digital, is touted as the largest potential commercial project in the county's history and one of the largest in New Mexico.
County leaders emphasized that today's vote is not a final approval but rather a decision on whether to authorize the issuance of industrial revenue bonds. County documents indicate that commissioners will consider authorizing up to $165 billion in these bonds. The project includes plans for a data center and related facilities, which leaders say could bring thousands of construction jobs and hundreds of permanent positions.
"Project Jupiter represents the largest potential commercial project in Doña Ana County's history, and actually one of the largest in the state's history," said Stephen Lopez, Doña Ana County Assistant County Manager. He added that the project could bring high-paying jobs and workforce development opportunities to southern New Mexico.
However, not all local leaders are convinced.
The City of Sunland Park has formally requested a delay in Friday's vote.
Mayor Javier Perea expressed concerns about the project's impact on the city, stating, "We're finding out information at the same time that, you know, press releases are being released and that doesn't cover a lot of information."
Commissioners are expected to hear public comments before the vote.
A notice from Doña Ana County warns that handheld signs will not be allowed, and disruptions could lead to attendees being removed.
Enhanced security measures will be in place, citing an abundance of caution following recent events.
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) -- Six former Doña Ana County Detention Center detainees filed a lawsuit looking to end one of the center's training practices. The ACLU of New Mexico announced the news of the lawsuit today, and called the training practice in question "violent, unwarranted paramilitary training."The ACLU of New Mexico is also representing the plaintiffs, Mario Banda-Alicea, Tyler Cole, Jonathan Silva, Jeremy Dean Smith, Mario Carrasco, and Zachary Gonzales. The lawsuit was filed in the Third Judicial Di...
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) -- Six former Doña Ana County Detention Center detainees filed a lawsuit looking to end one of the center's training practices. The ACLU of New Mexico announced the news of the lawsuit today, and called the training practice in question "violent, unwarranted paramilitary training."
The ACLU of New Mexico is also representing the plaintiffs, Mario Banda-Alicea, Tyler Cole, Jonathan Silva, Jeremy Dean Smith, Mario Carrasco, and Zachary Gonzales. The lawsuit was filed in the Third Judicial District Court against the Doña Ana County Board of County Commissioners.
ACLU New Mexico claims the Doña Ana County Detention Center's Special Operations and Response Team (SORT) used detainees as live training subjects for new cadets.
"Video evidence shows SORT officers storming pods, pointing military-grade weapons, and using flash bangs during haircuts and while people are sleeping—without warning or provocation," an ACLU New Mexico spokesperson explained. "They shout conflicting commands, point weapons at compliant individuals, and taser people for asking questions. SORT has conducted at least 112 such operations since January 2023, escalating routine situations into violent training exercises."
One of the plaintiffs now has to take medication for PTSD, ACLU of New Mexico claims. A prisoners' rights attorney on the case says many former detainees now struggle with severe PTSD, nightmares, and constant fear as a result of the training exercises.
The lawsuit seeks compensation for the plaintiffs, as well as a court order to permanently stop the training practice. The lawsuit claims that SORT's actions violate the state's constitutional ban on cruel and unusual punishment.
"Doña Ana County has a duty to maintain safe, constitutional conditions in its jail," Andre Archuleta an attorney with McGraw & Associates, LLC said. "Instead, county leadership has enabled a rogue unit to operate with impunity for years. We're asking the court to hold them accountable and ensure this never happens to anyone else."
ABC-7 spoke with an attorney with the ACLU, Meg Sparrow. Sparrow says that they filed this lawsuit to end the actions happening inside the detention center.
"We want these members to stop conducting these operations with military grade weapons, with paramilitary tactics, so in that way, anybody who walks through the doors of Doña Ana County will not be subject to the psychological torture."
She also claimed that these trainings don't improve public safety, and there is no purpose for them. "It only serves to make the people in Doña Ana suffer and suffer for long term consequences."
ABC-7 reached out to Dona Ana County for comment. A county spokesperson provided the following statement:
"It's the County's policy to refrain from commenting on any pending litigation."
County of Doña Ana County
Those who suffered damage or losses in floods this summer in Lincoln or Doña Ana counties have seven days to apply for assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.President Donald Trump on July 22 declared a presidential disaster in Lincoln County, a couple of weeks after storms, floods and landslides devastated the area in and around Ruidoso. Then FEMA in mid-August announced that Doña Ana County residents could also qualify for aid. The damage must have occurred between June 23 and Aug. 5.The declara...
Those who suffered damage or losses in floods this summer in Lincoln or Doña Ana counties have seven days to apply for assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
President Donald Trump on July 22 declared a presidential disaster in Lincoln County, a couple of weeks after storms, floods and landslides devastated the area in and around Ruidoso. Then FEMA in mid-August announced that Doña Ana County residents could also qualify for aid. The damage must have occurred between June 23 and Aug. 5.
The declaration empowers FEMA to provide various types of emergency assistance to individuals and families, including funding for housing, lost essentials and more. The deadline to apply for that funding is Oct. 15.
Vado/Del Cerro Community Resource Center
180 La Fe Ave.
Del Cerro, NM 88048
Monday – Friday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
709 Mechem Dr.
Ruidoso, NM 88345
FEMA individual assistance is typically limited only to those who don’t have adequate or any insurance to cover their losses, and it is typically limited to, at most, about $40,000 under the federal Stafford Act.
According to FEMA data, 500 individuals or households have been approved for at least some FEMA help totaling about $6.7 million. That includes about $4.35 million for housing assistance.
Oct. 15 is also the deadline to apply for companies affected in the disasters to apply for special loans the Small Business Administration offers.
The state’s emergency management department issued a reminder to affected families Wednesday about the upcoming deadline.
In addition to the funding for individuals, public entities like local governments in Lincoln, Doña Ana and Otero counties, along with the Mescalero Apache Tribe, are eligible for FEMA reimbursement for most of the costs of responding to the disaster. So far, FEMA has approved about $3.3 million for those entities, according to FEMA data.
The post-fire flooding in Lincoln County on July 9 caused the deaths of three people — a father and his two children — and caused other chaos in a mountain village still recovering from the South Fork and Salt fires in summer 2024.
The floods required the rescues of dozens of people and swept away homes and cars. On July 22, monsoon rains in the deserts of Doña Ana flooded the colonias of Vado around the Rio Grande, flooding at least 110 homes and wrecking infrastructure.
FEMA officials recommend applying for assistance online in English or Spanish, or using the agency’s mobile app. The agency can also be reached on its helpline at (800)621-3362.
The agency also operates two offices that people can visit in both counties. Both centers will be open Monday, which is Indigenous Peoples’ Day, with regular hours.
575-222-8844
