Pulse development · 1 cited source · September 17, 2026
A New Mexico Pilot Pays Caregivers With Funding Running Low
New MexiCare is a pilot program. Funding for the New MexiCare pilot program is running low.
The state describes the program as a governor's initiative that provides financial assistance and training to informal caregivers. Emily Kaltenbach, cabinet secretary for the Aging and Long-Term Services Department, said 85% of participating caregivers reported reduced financial strain. She also said caregivers reported reductions in emotional and physical stress, and that the department saw a significant decrease in emergency room visits of care recipients enrolled in the program. For qualifying caregivers, the open question is whether the state can keep the payment available.
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- New MexiCare is a pilot program.
- New MexiCare caregivers submit timesheets and are paid $12.50 an hour.
- Funding for the New MexiCare pilot program is running low.
- New MexiCare is a pilot program.
- Funding for the New MexiCare pilot program is running low.
- New MexiCare is described as a governor's initiative that provides financial assistance and training to informal caregivers.
- Emily Kaltenbach said 85% of participating caregivers reported reduced financial strain.
- Emily Kaltenbach said caregivers reported reductions in emotional and physical stress.
- Emily Kaltenbach said the department saw a significant decrease in emergency room visits among enrolled care recipients.
- New Mexico provides financial assistance through New MexiCare to some caregivers of adults ages 60 and older.
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