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The City of Las Cruces has several facilities that provide a social and support base for seniors. The Munson Center is the hub of the City of Las Cruces senior programs. The Center serves hot meals, offers regularly scheduled educational and recreational classes, a senior’s companion program, and serves as liaison between seniors and government agencies. The Mesilla Park Recreation Center offers seniors arts, crafts and exercise programs. The Henry Benavidez Community Center offers meals and senior programs. For more information about City of Las Cruces senior programs call (575) 528-3000.

Seniors can broaden their horizons through Elderhostel and the Academy of Learning. Both programs are part of the Community Education program at Doña Ana Community College. Elderhostel presents programs year round and helps to meet the needs of knowledge-seeking seniors. For more information on Elderhostel and the Academy of Learning contact the community education programs at (575) 527-7527.

Las Cruces offers many parks that have walking trails to provide a pleasant few hours for seniors. The Sun Country Striders is an organization that promotes health through walking. Events are scheduled throughout the year at historical or scenic locations. The Mesilla Valley Mall opens its doors early to walkers and many seniors take advantage of the opportunity to walk and exercise, particularly in the winter months.

The Hospitality Club of Las Cruces is a nonprofit social organization. The club provides both newcomers and long time residents an opportunity to meet new people and socialize, whether at the monthly luncheons or at one its various groups, such as the movie or card groups. Contact Lana Berands at 505-523-2379 for more information.

SENIOR PROGRAMS IN LAS CRUCES
Munson Senior Center 975 S. Mesquite St Las Cruces NM 88001 (575) 528-3000		Benavidez Community Center 1045 McClure Rd Las Cruces NM 88007 (575) 541-5185
Eastside Community Center 310 N Tornillo Ave Las Cruces NM 88001 (575) 541-2304 (575) 541-2305		Mesilla Park Community Center 304 Bell Ave Las Cruces NM 88005 (575) 541-2455
In-Home Services 304 Bell Ave Las Cruces NM 88005 (575) 541-2451		Resource Center 975 S Mesquite St Las Cruces NM 88001 (575) 528-3307
Retired & Senior Volunteer Program 975 S Mesquite St Las Cruces NM 88001 (575) 528-3000		Senior Nutrition Program Reservations & Cancellations: (575) 528-3012 (800)-397-3544
Senior Olympics 304 Bell Ave Las Cruces NM 88005 (575) 541-5171		Dial-A-Ride 1501 East Hadley, Bldg. A Las Cruces NM 88004 (575) 541-2777
Alzheimer's Association 101 N Alameda Blvd # 6 Las Cruces NM 88005 (575) 647-3868 (888) 588-0005		Elderhostel Academy of Learning 1605 S Valley Dr Las Cruces NM 88005 (575) 527-7527
ARC Life Center 2225 E Griggs Ave Las Cruces NM 88001 (575) 541-5140 (575) 541-5145		Sun Country Striders, LTD. P.O. Box 6787 Las Cruces NM 88006 (575) 523-7034

MUNSON CENTER The Robert Munson Senior Center is a multi-purpose Senior Center offering a wide range of activities and services for older adults. The center operates Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm and Saturday & Sunday on a modified schedule. Info: (575) 528-3000 VOLUNTEER SERVICES The Retired Senior & Volunteer Services Program (RSVP) helps people age 55 and older put their skills and life experiences to work in their communities. RSVP volunteers serve in non-profit agencies that range from hospitals, youths, recreation centers, to local police stations and education facilities. There are more than 100 volunteer stations with over 300 different types of volunteer opportunities / activities to choose from. If you are interested in becoming an RSVP volunteer or volunteer station, please contact the RSVP project at (575) 528-3000. If you would like to learn more about RSVP, visit us at Munson Senior Center. SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM This program provides a delicious and nutritious lunch, Monday-Friday, for persons 60 and over, at each of our four Senior Program sites. In addition, the program offers seven day Meals on Wheels service for homebound persons. There is a suggested donation of $2 for each meal. Info: (575) 528-3012 IN-HOME AND LONG TERM CARE SERVICES The program, currently located at Mesilla Park Recreation Center, provides an Adult Day Care Program for persons 60 and over who have Alzheimer’s Disease. In addition, the Long Term Care Services office provides assistance with Meals on Wheels, homemaker services, in-home respite, and help with medical and insurance forms. Info: (575) 541-2451