Senior Center

Hours of Operation | Mon – Fri |8:30 am – 4:00 pm | Closed Saturday & Sunday

The mission of the Village of Tijeras Senior Center is to provide services and programs for seniors of the Tijeras Community that enhance their dignity, support their independence, and invite their involvement in community life. The Village of Tijeras Senior Center will be recognized as a model center for excellence in the delivery of services to seniors. We will be ever committed to meeting the needs of those it serves.

 

SENIOR CENTER NEWSLETTER

Are you curious about events or news happening at our Senior Center? Well thanks to the efforts of Debra Hoyt our center has its own newsletter! To view catch the latest news on events or possible classes for our seniors visit: https://www.tijerasnm.gov/newsletters/

Lunch Menu

The Village of Tijeras Senior Center is served from 11:30AM to 1:00PM and meals must be reserved 24 hours in advance. Please call 505-286-4220 or 505-269-7518 for reservations. Located at 10 Tijeras, Tijeras NM 87059

 

Seniors age 60+ who are unable to cook for themselves, have no one else to cook for them and are unable to attend a meal site may be eligible to receive a home delivered meal on a donation basis. Dog and cat food can be delivered for those receiving home delivered meals on a monthly basis. Care Coordinators will conduct an eligibility assessment for this program. For more information about Home Delivered Meals, contact our Senior Information and Assistance Program at (505)764-6400.

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Meet The Team

The Senior Center staff strives to serve its seniors in a professional and exemplary manner. We provide excellent service to maintain the quality our seniors deserve.

The Office is open Monday- Friday from 8:30AM- 4:00PM

Rita Rivera

Senior Center Manager 

The mission of the Village of Tijeras Senior Center is to provide services and programs for seniors of the Tijeras Community that enhance their dignity, support their independence, and invite their involvement in community life. The Village of Tijeras Senior Center will be recognized as a model center for excellence in the delivery of services to seniors. We will be ever committed to meeting the needs of those it serves.

The Senior Center Manager is the point people for processing all Senior Center department matters with the Village of Tijeras. Seniors that are interested in joining the center or bring business to either the Village should contact the Senior Center Manager at seniorcenter@villageoftijeras.com or at 505-286-4220

Flori Silva

Flori Silva, Senior Center Assistant/ Janitor 

The Senior Center Assistant is responsible for assisting the Manager with providing services and programs for seniors of the Tijeras Community that enhance their dignity, support their independence, and invite their involvement in community life. The Village of Tijeras Senior Center will be recognized as a model center for excellence in the delivery of services to seniors. We will be ever committed to meeting the needs of those it serves.

Debra Hoyt

Senior Center Program Coordinator

The Senior Center Program Coordinator handles all special event planning for our Center. Debra coordinates with the interest of Seniors and monitors trends in city events to best keep our seniors active and entertained.

RESOURCES FOR SENIORS 

Many aging adults are unaware of the available care options and programs that can help them maintain their independence and quality of life. Here are some free resources that provide comprehensive information on topics like financial support and in-home care options that are available in their area.

 

Right now, people are more isolated than normal, which adds another layer of complexity for those struggling with anxiety and depression. Social frameworks that usually exist to provide a supportive presence are greatly impacted, and COVID-19 related life changes and stresses are compounding, likely leading to or furthering mental health issues.
 
In order to provide support during these challenging times, we put together a resource so that Americans who are isolated access professional care. You can learn more about it here