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Senior Centers Are Open!
We are elated to welcome our seniors of Valencia County back to our senior centers. After a long
year of the Covid-19 pandemic, our senior centers are now open as of July 12th.
With the exception of the Belen Senior Center. Belen will reopen
on August 16th.
Our community is doing a great job in getting vaccinated. The more this happens the sooner we will
be able to move forward with increasing services. However, things will be a little different as we
transition back. We will have to redefine normal and it will be a new change for all of us. We would
like to remind everyone we are still in a pandemic and it is important for us to practice social
distancing and to follow protective guidelines, which are critical to our reopening. Each of us must
play a responsible role in taking protective measures. There will be changes to the CDC guidelines
for wearing masks. Please be safe and stay tuned for more updates on our gradual reopening plan.
RSVP joined the Belen Veterans Memorial in celebrating
Memorial Day on Monday, May 31st. The service was
outstanding and there was a great turnout. RSVP
participated with a table offering cotton candy. The
proceeds of the sale were donated to the Belen Veterans
Memorial.
A special thank you to our helpers for the day:
Jonathan, Ashley, and Lupita
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Rest in peace
Norbert Schueller, 74,
a longtime resident of
the Belen area, died
on June 6, 2021, after
a long battle with
cancer. Norbert was
born in North Dakota
and lived for many
years in California before moving to Valencia
County. An avid animal lover and devout Catholic,
Norbert was active in civic affairs in the county,
including his candidacy for the county commission in
2014. During his long-life Norbert was a Navy seaman,
a monk, and earned a law degree.
If You Would Enjoy An Opportunity
To Visit With Another Person In
Your Community By Phone, Please
Consider This Offer
RSVP has organized a Wellness Check Program that
entails a friendly phone call at your convenience
from an RSVP volunteer from your community. If
you would like to participate in this program, call
the RSVP office and provide your name and phone
number. We will schedule a phone call with an
RSVP volunteer.
For more information call:
Bertha Flores 505-966-2567
Cindy Lu Hurbina 505-966-2566
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Welcome Back Seniors!
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Valencia County Fair Dances
8:00PM — 11:30 PM
Friday August 6, 2021—Saturday August 7, 2021
$5.00 per person
Cornhole
Tournament
Friday, August 6th
Sunday, August 8th
Senior Olympic Dancers
10:00 am ~ 11:00 am
Senior Olympic
Cornhole Competition
11:00 am ~ 1:00 pm
Dance
11:00 am ~ 1:00 pm
Kevin Michael Band
Chili Cook-Off
Saturday
August 7th
Check in at 12:00
under the gazebo.
Judging starts at
2:00pm
Annual F F A
Pie Eating Contest
Friday, August 6th
4th Annual Big Mike’s
Hamburger Eating
Challenge
Saturday, August 7th
Horse Shoe Tournament
Saturday, August 7th
&
Sunday, August 8th
Daniel
Solis
Band
Friday
7:00pm-10pm
DJ
Hot Shot
Entertainment
Brian Chavez
Friday
& Saturday
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Become a Hospice Volunteer
Ambercare invites you to bring your warmth and
presence to a patient in hospice. Hospice volunteers
offer their skills in listening, empathy, and compassion
to patients and families during this difficult time.
Volunteer Requirements
18 years of age
Valid driver’s license
Valid auto insurance
Background check
TB and drug test
Complete Ambercare’s training program
Submit weekly required paperwork
For more information, or to sign-up to be a volunteer
contact:
Lennie Gurule
Volunteer Coordinator
(505) 803-7151
lgurule@ambercare.com
Place the watermelon, cucumber and mint
in a large bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil,
lime juice, salt and pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over the melon mixture
and toss to coat. Sprinkle with feta cheese
and serve.
3 cups watermelon cubed or balled
1 1/2 cups sliced cucumber seeds removed
2 tablespoons mint thinly sliced or small
mint leaves
1/3 cup feta cheese crumbled
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste
INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS
YOU MUST HAVE YOUR COVID-19 VACCINE TO
RIDE THE BUS
Must be at the Belen Senior Center
by 8:00 am
HAND SANITIZER
WILL BE PROVIDED
* A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO
NOBLIN FUNERAL HOME FOR THE DONATION OF
THE BUS TO MAKE THIS POSSIBLE
RSVP will be transporting those who wish to attend
the New Mexico State Fair on September 13th.
If you wish to participate, call
Bertha Flores at 505-966-2567
to reserve your seat. Seats are
Limited.
BUS RIDE TO THE
NEW MEXICO
STATE FAIR
MONDAY
SEPTEMBER 13TH
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FILE OF LIFE
LIFE IS PRECIOUS AND EVERY SECOND COUNTS
Benefits to first responders
Faster help for citizens in emergencies.
Instantly know medical history of patient
Corrective treatment can begin at once.
Benefits to hospital emergency staff
On arrival data is immediately available to
medical staff.
No wasted time getting information from
confused patient.
Benefits to each individual
Peace of mind knowing they will have prompt
and quality care.
Easy access to potentially life-saving
information.
Assurance that proper persons will be notified
quickly.
Fill out the card and be sure the
information is accurate and
legible. If necessary, have
someone assist you.
Use pencil to fill in the
medications and the date
to allow future updates.
When completed, place the card
on the outside face of your
refrigerator.
Keep all medical data up to date.
Whenever there is a
change in medications
or dosage, be sure to
change it on your card
and re-date the card.
Take the file with you when you
visit your doctor.
Dementia Caregiver Class
This FREE education program teaches you to:
Anticipate your loved one’s needs, and stop
bouncing from crisis to crisis
Understand your loved one’s behaviors .
Communicate more effectively
The evidence-based Skills for Dementia Caregiving,
class has been demonstrated to increase caregiver
knowledge, skill and confidence, while reducing
caregiver stress. The program includes seven
2-hour weekly classes, meeting for 7 weeks, and
respite reimbursement funds may be available.
Attached you
will find your
File Of Life
Card. You
can also get a
card at the
RSVP Office.
Classes are held throughout New Mexico
2021 Program Calendar for August & September is
available now!
Your guide to valuable classes and Care & Support
resources, all provided free of charge.
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program RSVP
719 S. Main Street, Belen
There are 256 seniors volunteering in Valencia
County. We have 25 volunteer sites that Include:
Senior Centers, Del Rio Project Center, St. Vincent De
Paul Thri Store, Center for Ageless Living, the Belen
Harvey House Museum, and many more.
ALL volunteers are eligible for reimbursement for
travel up to 25 cents per mile.
If you would like to learn more about our
program pick up a Handbook in the oce.
Contact The New Mexico Aging & Disability Resource
Center (ADRC) toll-free at
1-800-432-2080 or
the Alzheimer’s Association, New Mexico Chapter at
505-266-4473 or 1-800-272-3900
www.nmaging.state.nm.us/alzheimer-s-and-dementia-care.aspx
Are you caring for a loved one
with Alzheimer’s disease or
other dementia?
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BUSINESS HOURS
Monday — Friday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
For more information call:
505-966-2600
Hardback and Trade Paperback Books 1.00
Mass Market Paperback Books 50 cents
Books on Becker had their Grand
Re-opening on June 5th, with great success! The
sales from this event are as follows:
$384 - Book Sales
$132 - Donations
All proceeds from the bookstore support the Belen
Public Library’s programs, Including Summer
Reading, and education scholarships. Donations
may also be made to the bookstore during their
regular business hours.
WEDNESDAY - SATURDAY
12:00 PM TO 5:00 PM
505-785-2835
Children receive 2 Free Books
when they visit!
After a long year, Belen Public Library
was able to open to the public as of
June 7th.
THINGS TO NOTE:
You will be asked to sanitize your
hands. (Library official safety policy)
Face masks are required, regardless of
vaccination status.
(Library official safety policy)
Saturday, August 14th ~ 2:00pm ~ at the Transportation Center
101 Courthouse Road, Los Lunas
The Los Lunas Public Library will be holding a community dialog event that will focus on how senior citizens
and students in our community can come together and mutually support one another. The conversation is open
to everyone and casual in nature. From this dialogue, the library will work to develop programs that support
collaborative efforts between senior citizens and students in Valencia County.
Possible programs the library could develop and facilitate as a result of the dialog include:
Student/Senior Citizen Reading Buddies
Technology Boot camp for Seniors (led by students)
Life Skills Boot camp (sewing, basic auto maintenance, etc. led by senior citizens)
Story Sharing (senior citizens and students sharing stories of their life experiences)
For more information contact Stephanie Birr: 505-839-3850 email [email protected]
Los Lunas Public Library | 460 Main St. NE | Los Lunas, NM 87031
TOPIC:
SENIOR CITIZEN
AND STUDENT
COLLABORATION
SNACKS
WILL BE
PROVIDED!
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Do you have an interest in history, museums, historic buildings or just want to lend a hand? Please consider
becoming a volunteer. We have openings for docents/tour guides and interns to help with research, fund raising,
and events throughout the year.
Call to schedule your guided tour
505-861-0581
Guided tour by appointment on the hour: 12:00, 1:00, 2:00, & 3:00
Masks are required and hand sanitizer is provided at the entrance.
The Gift Shop is now open during their regular hours of operation.
Wednesday — Saturday 12:00 pm — 5:00 pm
Hosted by Belen Police Department
Tuesday, August 3rd * Anna Becker Park , Belen
Thanks to the generosity of sponsors like First Care of New Mexico, the Belen Police Department will have a National
Night Out to remember. Come enjoy hot dogs, hamburgers, popcorn, snow cones and more. There will be games,
bouncers, raffle prizes and a water slide.
For more information call 505-966-2680
Hosted by Valencia County Sheriff’s Office
Tuesday, August 3rd * Immaculate Conception Church, 7 Church Loop, Tome
We have partnered with Los Lunas schools who will be accepting donations for all grade levels on
school supplies. Please come enjoy music, food and fun!
For more information call 505-866-2045
5:30 pm ~ 8:30 pm
6:00 pm ~ 9:00 pm
National Night Out is an annual event
designed to strengthen our communities by encouraging neighborhoods to engage
in stronger relationships with each other and with their local law enforcement
partners. This event raises community and police awareness.
Hosted by Los Lunas Police Department
Tuesday, August 3rd * Daniel Fernandez Memorial Park, Los Lunas
5:00 pm ~ 8:00 pm
School Supplies Give Away:
5:00 ~ 5:30 : Kindergarten to 3rd Grade
6:00 ~ 6:30: 4th Grade to 6th Grade
6:30 ~ 7:30: 7th Grade to 12th Grade
This is a FREE EVENT
FREE FOOD
provided by
Albertsons Market
For more information call 505-865-9130
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Beginning
October 6, 2021
to
November 19, 2021
The Retired Senior Volunteer Program
(RSVP) will be taking applications to
help those in need with a
Thanksgiving Food Basket
Please provide the following:
~ Proof of Income
~ Proof of Residence
~ ID
~ Birth Certificate or Medicaid Card
for each child in household
Must be in the Belen School District
If you would like to make a donation to fill
Thanksgiving Baskets, please bring your
non-perishable goods to:
RSVP Office
719 S Main Street
Belen, NM
For more information , please call
Bertha Flores 505-966-2567
Cindy Lu Hurbina 505-966-2566
Triple D Medical Transportation
Schedule a ride to your doctor, medical treatment,
hospital, medical facility, doctor's office or adult
day care center. We excel at taking you safely and
reliably. You can count on us when it's important.
We hire safe and professional drivers and offer
affordable, reliable solutions that you can count
on. We are locally managed which means that we
know the area as well as we know our clientele.
Local management means that should you ever
need to contact us, our management is always
accessible to you. We go above and beyond to be
your transportation partner.
Contracted with Medicaid and TPAs
State of New Mexico
LogistiCare
Molina Healthcare
Schedule Your Ride Now
505-881-7433
Let us help you get where you need
to be!
Report Medicare Related Fraud by calling the New
Mexico Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) at
1-800 432-2080
The New Mexico SMP will provide you with the
information you need to PROTECT yourself from
Medicare fraud, errors, and abuse.
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RSVP CLOSED
PATRIOT DAY
LAST DAY OF
SUKKOT
SENIOR DAY
VALENCIA
COUNTY FAIR
VALENCIA COUNTY
FAIR BEGINS
VALENCIA COUNTY
FAIR PARADE 10:00
US COAST GUARD
DAY
FEAST OF THE
ASSUMPTION
Yom Kippur
begins at
sunset
Rosh Hashanah
begins at sunset
LABOR DAY
Mexican
Independence
Day
Sukkot begins
at sunset
FALL BEGINS
AT 7:31 AM
US AIR FORCE
DAY
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National Anthem performers, local dance and music
talent, and a wide variety of musical performances
during Balloon Fiesta
Ticket Prices
are $15.00
per person/
per session
BALLOON RIDES
ALBUQUERQUE INTERNATIONAL
BALLOON FIESTA 2021
balloon fiesta.com
OCTOBER 2nd ~ OCTOBER 10th
Balloon Fiesta Park, Albuquerque
505-821-1000
US NAVY DAY
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Find us on Facebook at
https://www.facebook.com/Belen-RSVP-274996122966821/
Find us on the City of Belen Web-site at
https://www.belen-nm.gov/departments/senior-living-rsvp/
Bertha Flores
RSVP Director
505-966-2567
bertha.flores@belen-nm.gov
Cindy Lu Hurbina
RSVP Assistant
505-966-2566
cindy.cowan@belen-nm.gov
Belen Community Center
(Next to Belen High
School)
305 Eagle Lane
Belen, NM 87002
August 10th
September 14th
October 12th
November 9th
December 14th
To Register, Please Bring:
~ Picture ID
~ Proof of age. Must be at least 60 years old
~ New Mexico Residency
~ Current year income for entire household REQUIRED
8:00 a.m. To 12:00 p.m.
For more Information Call:
Bertha Flores (505) 966-2567 OR Cindy Lu Hurbina (505) 966-2567
FREE FOOD FOR SENIORS 60 AND OLDER
Household Size Maximum Monthly Gross Income Maximum Yearly Gross Income
1 $1,383 $16,588
2 $1,868 $22412
3 $2,353 $28,236
4 $2,839 $34,060
UPCOMING NEW MEXICO CONFERENCE
ON AGING
FREE OF
CHARGE!
Save The Date
The 43rd Conference on Aging will be taking place November 17th and 18th.
This will be a hybrid conference with virtual workshops. Providers will be
offering a live broadcast of the workshops at the senior centers.