New Mexico Health Care Authority
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We ensure that New Mexicans attain their highest level of health by providing whole-person, cost-effective, accessible, and high-quality health care and safety-net services.
Focus Friday: NM received $24M+ for mental wellness programs, expanding behavioral health services and access statewide.
New Mexico receives over $24 million in mental wellness program funding
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — Mental wellness in New Mexico just got a big boost thanks to more than $24 million in program funding. The passing of Senate Bill 3 during the 2025 legislative session made…
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January 30, 2026 at 11:46 PM
Focus Friday: NM received $24M+ for mental wellness programs, expanding behavioral health services and access statewide.
We Care Wednesday 💙 Feb. 3 is Behavioral Health Day in New Mexico, honoring the importance of mental health and substance use support.
🔗 hca.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2.3.26-Behavioral-Health-Day-Proclamation.pdf
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January 28, 2026 at 9:05 PM
We Care Wednesday 💙 Feb. 3 is Behavioral Health Day in New Mexico, honoring the importance of mental health and substance use support.
🔗 hca.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2.3.26-Behavioral-Health-Day-Proclamation.pdf
🔗 hca.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2.3.26-Behavioral-Health-Day-Proclamation.pdf
NM health care exchange is seeing record enrollment. There’s still time to enroll before the deadline.
New Mexico sees record health care exchange sign-ups despite rising costs
By Jan. 15, 84,099 New Mexico residents had enrolled through BeWell, outpacing 2025 enrollment by more than 12,000 users.
www.santafenewmexican.com
January 25, 2026 at 6:02 PM
NM health care exchange is seeing record enrollment. There’s still time to enroll before the deadline.
Esta financiación ayuda a cerrar brechas en la atención y ampliar el acceso a servicios de salud conductual en todo Nuevo México mientras se desarrollan planes a largo plazo.
Los fondos se anunciarán la semana del 26 de enero.
Más info: hca.nm.gov/behavioral-health-reform
Los fondos se anunciarán la semana del 26 de enero.
Más info: hca.nm.gov/behavioral-health-reform
January 24, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Esta financiación ayuda a cerrar brechas en la atención y ampliar el acceso a servicios de salud conductual en todo Nuevo México mientras se desarrollan planes a largo plazo.
Los fondos se anunciarán la semana del 26 de enero.
Más info: hca.nm.gov/behavioral-health-reform
Los fondos se anunciarán la semana del 26 de enero.
Más info: hca.nm.gov/behavioral-health-reform
SB3 Behavioral Health Executive Committee meets Jan. 20 in Santa Fe and via Zoom to continue statewide behavioral health reform.
SB3 Behavioral Health Reform And Investment Act Executive Committee Meets Jan. 20 In Santa Fe, And Via Zoom
HCA/AOC NEWS RELEASEA meeting of the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act Executive Committee is set for 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, at New Mexico Health Care Authority, Behav…
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January 24, 2026 at 4:02 PM
SB3 Behavioral Health Executive Committee meets Jan. 20 in Santa Fe and via Zoom to continue statewide behavioral health reform.
Focus Friday: Gov. Lujan Grisham delivered her final State of the State ahead of the legislative session, outlining priorities for the year ahead.
Governor gives final State of the State address ahead of legislative session in New Mexico
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is giving her final State of the State address Tuesday ahead of the regular legislative session.
www.kob.com
January 24, 2026 at 2:01 AM
Focus Friday: Gov. Lujan Grisham delivered her final State of the State ahead of the legislative session, outlining priorities for the year ahead.
New Mexico approved $24.4 million in Early Access Funding to strengthen behavioral health services statewide.
This funding helps bridge gaps in care and expand access now for youth, adults, and families.
Awards announced the week of Jan. 26.
Learn more: hca.nm.gov/behavioral-health-reform
This funding helps bridge gaps in care and expand access now for youth, adults, and families.
Awards announced the week of Jan. 26.
Learn more: hca.nm.gov/behavioral-health-reform
January 24, 2026 at 1:01 AM
New Mexico approved $24.4 million in Early Access Funding to strengthen behavioral health services statewide.
This funding helps bridge gaps in care and expand access now for youth, adults, and families.
Awards announced the week of Jan. 26.
Learn more: hca.nm.gov/behavioral-health-reform
This funding helps bridge gaps in care and expand access now for youth, adults, and families.
Awards announced the week of Jan. 26.
Learn more: hca.nm.gov/behavioral-health-reform
Elevate the Spectrum: Autism Day at the New Mexico Legislature highlights awareness and access. DDSD Director Jennifer Zwally shares how individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities can connect with services.
https://www.hca.nm.gov/developmental-disabilities-supports-division/
https://www.hca.nm.gov/developmental-disabilities-supports-division/
January 22, 2026 at 11:49 PM
Elevate the Spectrum: Autism Day at the New Mexico Legislature highlights awareness and access. DDSD Director Jennifer Zwally shares how individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities can connect with services.
https://www.hca.nm.gov/developmental-disabilities-supports-division/
https://www.hca.nm.gov/developmental-disabilities-supports-division/
Communities in Northern New Mexico are invited to participate in behavioral health listening sessions aimed at shaping future reform efforts.
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Listening sessions aim to shape behavioral health reform in Northern New Mexico
The state is seeking community input under a new behavioral health law.
www.koat.com
January 22, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Communities in Northern New Mexico are invited to participate in behavioral health listening sessions aimed at shaping future reform efforts.
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¡Veteranos! Ustedes importan. Al llamar o enviar texto al 988, presionen 1 para recibir apoyo emocional adaptado para veteranos y sus familias. El apoyo está disponible 24/7. Compartan para ayudar a que más veteranos reciban apoyo hoy.
January 22, 2026 at 3:24 PM
¡Veteranos! Ustedes importan. Al llamar o enviar texto al 988, presionen 1 para recibir apoyo emocional adaptado para veteranos y sus familias. El apoyo está disponible 24/7. Compartan para ayudar a que más veteranos reciban apoyo hoy.
Las nuevas reglas de trabajo de SNAP aplican a solicitudes y renovaciones desde el 1 de enero de 2026. No todas las personas están afectadas. Muchas están exentas por edad, discapacidad, cuidado familiar, estudios, afiliación tribal o lugar de residencia.
hca.nm.gov/snapchanges | 1-800-283-4465
hca.nm.gov/snapchanges | 1-800-283-4465
January 21, 2026 at 10:01 PM
Las nuevas reglas de trabajo de SNAP aplican a solicitudes y renovaciones desde el 1 de enero de 2026. No todas las personas están afectadas. Muchas están exentas por edad, discapacidad, cuidado familiar, estudios, afiliación tribal o lugar de residencia.
hca.nm.gov/snapchanges | 1-800-283-4465
hca.nm.gov/snapchanges | 1-800-283-4465
We Care Wednesday: Veterans! YOU matter and we care. Press 1 when you or your family members call 988 to receive emotional support tailored to your needs … Support is day and night, 24/7. Share this video to help others! Be the reason a veteran chooses support today.
#wecarewednesday #988
#wecarewednesday #988
January 21, 2026 at 9:24 PM
We Care Wednesday: Veterans! YOU matter and we care. Press 1 when you or your family members call 988 to receive emotional support tailored to your needs … Support is day and night, 24/7. Share this video to help others! Be the reason a veteran chooses support today.
#wecarewednesday #988
#wecarewednesday #988
January is Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month, a time to raise awareness about treatment options, reduce stigma, and highlight the resources available to support recovery across New Mexico.
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January Is Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month
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January 21, 2026 at 5:03 PM
January is Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month, a time to raise awareness about treatment options, reduce stigma, and highlight the resources available to support recovery across New Mexico.
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New SNAP work rules now apply to SNAP applications and renewals starting Jan. 1, 2026. Not everyone is affected.
Help is available: https://www.hca.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/ABAWD-QA-2026-12.26.25-v3-002.pdfs | 1-800-283-4465
Help is available: https://www.hca.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/ABAWD-QA-2026-12.26.25-v3-002.pdfs | 1-800-283-4465
January 21, 2026 at 3:03 PM
New SNAP work rules now apply to SNAP applications and renewals starting Jan. 1, 2026. Not everyone is affected.
Help is available: https://www.hca.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/ABAWD-QA-2026-12.26.25-v3-002.pdfs | 1-800-283-4465
Help is available: https://www.hca.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/ABAWD-QA-2026-12.26.25-v3-002.pdfs | 1-800-283-4465
New Mexico has seen overdose deaths decline for the second consecutive year, reflecting progress in prevention, treatment access, and community support efforts.
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New Mexico sees overdose deaths decline for second year in a row
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Finalized mortality data showed that overdose deaths in the state of New Mexico declined for the second year in a row. Overdose fatalities fell from 1,029 in 2021 to 997 in 202…
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January 21, 2026 at 12:11 AM
New Mexico has seen overdose deaths decline for the second consecutive year, reflecting progress in prevention, treatment access, and community support efforts.
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⏰ Hoy es el último día para solicitar. No espere.
La cobertura para DACA aún está disponible en Nuevo México.
🗓️ Las solicitudes cierran hoy, 15 de enero de 2026.
Solicite ahora:
https://www.hca.nm.gov/daca-coverage
La cobertura para DACA aún está disponible en Nuevo México.
🗓️ Las solicitudes cierran hoy, 15 de enero de 2026.
Solicite ahora:
https://www.hca.nm.gov/daca-coverage
January 15, 2026 at 3:32 PM
⏰ Hoy es el último día para solicitar. No espere.
La cobertura para DACA aún está disponible en Nuevo México.
🗓️ Las solicitudes cierran hoy, 15 de enero de 2026.
Solicite ahora:
https://www.hca.nm.gov/daca-coverage
La cobertura para DACA aún está disponible en Nuevo México.
🗓️ Las solicitudes cierran hoy, 15 de enero de 2026.
Solicite ahora:
https://www.hca.nm.gov/daca-coverage
⏰ Today is the last day to apply. Don’t wait.
You can still apply for the DACA Coverage Program in New Mexico, but applications close today, Jan. 15.
Apply now or get details here:
👉 https://www.hca.nm.gov/daca-coverage
Help is available if you need support getting started.
You can still apply for the DACA Coverage Program in New Mexico, but applications close today, Jan. 15.
Apply now or get details here:
👉 https://www.hca.nm.gov/daca-coverage
Help is available if you need support getting started.
January 15, 2026 at 3:20 PM
⏰ Today is the last day to apply. Don’t wait.
You can still apply for the DACA Coverage Program in New Mexico, but applications close today, Jan. 15.
Apply now or get details here:
👉 https://www.hca.nm.gov/daca-coverage
Help is available if you need support getting started.
You can still apply for the DACA Coverage Program in New Mexico, but applications close today, Jan. 15.
Apply now or get details here:
👉 https://www.hca.nm.gov/daca-coverage
Help is available if you need support getting started.
Substance use doesn’t exist alone. Stress, grief, anxiety, and trauma often show up too. January is a time for renewal.
Learn more at samhsa.gov/families or find help at Findtreatment.gov.
Learn more at samhsa.gov/families or find help at Findtreatment.gov.
January 14, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Substance use doesn’t exist alone. Stress, grief, anxiety, and trauma often show up too. January is a time for renewal.
Learn more at samhsa.gov/families or find help at Findtreatment.gov.
Learn more at samhsa.gov/families or find help at Findtreatment.gov.
⏰ Últimos días para solicitar. No espere.
La cobertura para DACA aún está disponible en Nuevo México.
🗓️ Último día: 15 de enero de 2026
Solicite aquí:
https://www.hca.nm.gov/daca-coverage
Hay apoyo disponible.
La cobertura para DACA aún está disponible en Nuevo México.
🗓️ Último día: 15 de enero de 2026
Solicite aquí:
https://www.hca.nm.gov/daca-coverage
Hay apoyo disponible.
January 13, 2026 at 7:01 PM
⏰ Últimos días para solicitar. No espere.
La cobertura para DACA aún está disponible en Nuevo México.
🗓️ Último día: 15 de enero de 2026
Solicite aquí:
https://www.hca.nm.gov/daca-coverage
Hay apoyo disponible.
La cobertura para DACA aún está disponible en Nuevo México.
🗓️ Último día: 15 de enero de 2026
Solicite aquí:
https://www.hca.nm.gov/daca-coverage
Hay apoyo disponible.