Additional Resources

Home Book Delivery

Are you unable to visit the library regularly due to low vision, limited mobility, or other health conditions?

The Los Alamos Public Library and Los Alamos Retired & Senior Organization have launched a new service to increase access to books, large print texts, audiobooks, and movies for our LARSO members who are homebound or unable to drive themselves.

How does it work?

When you sign up to get books delivered, you will be paired with a library staff member to serve as your personal Book Concierge. Your Book Concierge will assist you in selecting library materials such as books, audiobooks, and movies that suit your interests. On the last Friday of each month, LARSO volunteer drivers will make library deliveries right to the front door of your home.

To sign up for home book delivery or find out if you qualify, call Eva Jacobson at 505-663-1812 or email eva.jacobson@lacnm.us.

Reassurance Calls

Would you like someone to call you every weekday morning to check in? Our senior center volunteers can call you for a variety of reasons, from reminding you to take your medications to a friendly chat about your plans for the day. Upon your request, we can also contact a friend or family member should you not answer our call. To learn more and sign up, call Jenn Neil at 505-570-5461 or email adminasst@losalamosseniorcenter.com.

Local and National Resources

Local

  • 2-1-1 Information and Referral – 2-1-1 provides free information and referral to community and state-wide resources.

  • LA Cares: 2390 N Rd, Los Alamos, NM 87544, (505) 661-8015. Monthly food boxes delivered and a food pantry.  They distribute food every second Friday of the month and the Thursday night preceding it, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, located at 2390 North Road, Los Alamos, NM. Distributions are from 5:30p.m.-7:00p.m. Thursday evening and 10:30a.m.-Noon Friday. To receive food, clients must call LA Cares by the Sunday prior to the distribution week 

  • Los Alamos Mental Health Access Project – The LAMHAP is a compendium of mental health resources for Los Alamos County, including lists of signs and symptoms and how to get help. LAMH - Los Alamos Mental Health - You are not alone. Crisis Line 855.662.7474

  • Los Alamos County Social Services: The Social Services Division oversees various programs and services supporting the Los Alamos community's health and well-being. Through our case coordination and outreach, we help persons experiencing hardships navigate the often complex procedures to receive aid. Learn more or make an appointment -www.losalamosnm.us/Government/Departments-and-Divisions/Community-Services/Social-Services

  • Los Alamos Social Services: 1183 Diamond Dr Ste E, Los Alamos, NM. (505) 662-8068. Medicaid, SNAP/EBT, Utility assistance, Section 8 Housing, Job Seeking and more. 

  • LREP (Legal Resources for the Elderly Program, which is a free service for anyone over 55, no income restrictions) Legal Resources for the Elderly (sbnm.org)

  • Self Help: Self Help’s largest program, the Emergency Basic Needs Program assists 400-500 families per year with one-time emergency microgrants for basic needs such as rent, utilities, and medicine. Grants are intended as a bridge to self-reliance to help someone who has hit a bump in the road. To begin applying for our emergency aid program, please complete our online request or leave a message on our confidential client intake line at 505.662.4666. Emergency Basic Needs Program – Self Help Inc., Los Alamos

  • Trash Can assistance:  Assisted Refuse and Recycle Collection Registration Form: Trash Pickup and Recycling - Incorporated County of Los Alamos, NM - Los Alamos Environmental Services. 3701 E. Jemez Road Los Alamos, NM 87544 Office: (505) 662-8163 

  • Section 8 Housing Authority: Contact Christine Archuleta Email: christinea@sfcha.com.  Phone: 505-753-3897.

  • Self Help: Self Help’s largest program, the Emergency Basic Needs Program assists 400-500 families per year with one-time emergency microgrants for basic needs such as rent, utilities, and medicine. Grants are intended as a bridge to self-reliance to help someone who has hit a bump in the road. To begin applying for our emergency aid program, please complete our online request or leave a message on our confidential client intake line at 505.662.4666. Emergency Basic Needs Program – Self Help Inc., Los Alamos

  • The Food Depot: Food bank. The Food Depot – Northern New Mexico's Food Bank: At the Immaculate Heart every fourth Friday of the month. #700 Canyon Road from 10am-11:30am 

National

  • American Association of Retired Persons: AARP is a nonprofit organization that provides resources and support for people who are 50 years old and older. Learn more at www.aarp.org.

  • National Council on Aging: The NCOA delivers the resources, tools, best practices, and advocacy our nation needs to ensure that every person can age with health and financial security.

    www.ncoa.org. 251 18th Street South, Suite 500, Arlington, VA 22202.

  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): SNAP provides financial assistance to eligible New Mexicans with low income and limited resources to purchase food products. SNAP benefits are simple to use to purchase qualifying food products at participating grocery stores. Click to learn more and apply.