The Arc of New Mexico provides advocacy, information and referral services about a wide range of topics related to developmental disabilities.  Advocates located around the state can direct callers to resources dealing with families; individual adult services; developmental disability waiver services (DD waiver), including application and eligibility, programs for adults and children; social security and Medicaid benefits; guardianship; trusts and future planning; self-advocacy, self-direction and self-determination.

In Albuquerque, two advocates are available to answer questions, advise callers on a range of services and programs and provide assistance if an individual or family member has a concern related to a specific developmental disability or developmental disability services in general. The main number for The Arc is (505) 883-4630 or the statewide, a statewide toll-free number: 1-800-358-6493.

Frequently Asked Questions include:

• How do I apply for the Developmental Disability Waiver?

• What services are available from the Developmental Disability Waiver ?

• How can I find out if I am eligible for Developmental Disability Waiver services?

• What does a case manager do and how can I get one?

• How do I get information about providers of services for persons with developmental disabilities?

• What can I do if I have a problem with the services I am receiving?

• How do I make a complaint about my services?

• How do I change the services I am receiving?

• What is the definition of a developmental disability?

• How do I apply for Social security and/or Medicaid and what do these benefits provide?

• What services are available in New Mexico for children with developmental disabilities?

Advocates at The Arc can answer these and many other questions and provide assistance, direction, support and referral.

Albuquerque Advocates:  505 883-4630 or 1-800 358-6493

(505) 883-4630
M-Th, 8:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Fri, 8:30 - 12:00 noon

(505) 883-4630
M-F, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

In Northern New Mexico, Joseph Garofalo provides individualized support and services for individuals and families seeking specialized developmental disability services.  He is also available on a limited basis for phone consultation and referral.  Callers from northern New Mexico needing information may also call The Arc in Albuquerque at the main number.

Northern Advocate:

(505) 421-2591
Mon, Tues 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wed, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Priscilla Salinas, located in Anthony, New Mexico provides information, referral and advocacy for individuals and families in southern Dona Ana County.  In addition to advocacy, Priscilla works closely with the public schools in southern Dona Ana County and is involved in community development efforts in this area.

Southern Dona Ana County Advocate:

(505) 882-9208
M-F: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

1215 Anthony Drive, Ste. D
Anthony, NM 88021