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To transform lives. Working with our partners, we design and deliver innovative, high quality health and human services that improve the security and promote independence for New Mexicans in their communities.
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The Human Services Department provides services and benefits to 1,100,445 New Mexicans through several programs including Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Child Support, and several Behavioral Health Services.
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The Latest News From HSD
New Mexico delivered over $30 million in food assistance for school aged children
252,000 K-12 students received additional food benefits through the last issuance of PEBT SANTA FE – The New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) in partnership with the New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) issued the final round of Pandemic-Electronic...
New Mexico Child Support Services Program Launches New Public Service Campaign to Support Parents and Help Children Thrive
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) is thrilled to announce the launch of a new public service campaign designed to get the word out about the modernized Child Support Services Program and the important services families with children can benefit...
New Mexico Human Services Department Announces September Recovery Month 2023
Building Stronger Futures through Recovery SANTA FE - Today, the New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) announced September as Recovery Month, 2023. Recovery Month is dedicated to promoting prevention, treatment and recovery for New Mexicans...
State announces a 23 percent increase in cash assistance for low-income New Mexico families
Over 9,000 low-income New Mexicans saw an increase in monthly cash assistance through the TANF program SANTA FE – The New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) today announced over 9,000 low-income New Mexicans received a 23 percent increase in payments...
State’s Opioid Treatment Program receives Spotlight in The National Governors Association Publication
NM Bridge Program highlighted for innovative strategies in opioid use disorder treatment & overdose prevention efforts SANTA FE – The New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) today announced the state’ NM Bridge opioid treatment program was highlighted in...
Human Services Department alerts SNAP customers about another card skimmer discovered in New Mexico
All SNAP customers urged to protect their EBT benefits ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) is aware that additional SNAP households are potential victims of EBT fraud. The department recently received additional reports...
Human Services Department Announces Intent to Award Medicaid Contracts
SANTA FE – Today, the New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) announced its intention to award Medicaid managed care organization (MCO) contracts to four health plans for Turquoise Care, the state’s Medicaid managed care program. The state will negotiate contracts...