While Betty Ehart and White Rock Senior Centers will be closed, our food and transportation services remain operational. A daily drive thru, pick up lunch can be reserved at each center and leaving a message, by 10am. The drive thru lunch will be available from 12pm to 1pm. White Rock is 672-2034 and Los Alamos is 662-8920. The Home Delivered Meal program continues as usual, and more people will be added to the routes as the week progresses.
Those wishing to make donations can leave items in boxes by the entry way. Items include easy to make meals, boxes milk or juice, individual bars of soap and small bags of dog or cat food. Smith’s or Co-op gift cards can be mailed to 1101 Bathtub Row for needs yet known. We appreciate your time, kindness and patience. Questions can be left at 662-8920 and your calls will be returned throughout the day.
“Our staff is working to implement services by request,” said Bernadette Lauritzen, LARSO Executive Director. “My biggest fear is that our people will be scammed by folks that appear to want to help. Seniors shouldn’t give money or let anyone into their home that they don’t know. The plan is for seniors to call the centers and request help to acquire groceries or prescriptions according to Lauritzen. The hope is that seniors aren’t in urgent need, but that as needs arise, the vetted, background checked and insured staff will be at the ready to help.” Their LAVA/RSVP volunteer programs also has a segment of volunteers with the same qualifications. Lauritzen wants to ensure that her employees are working, so that they can still get paid, which is a severe concern for many.
Those wishing to become members of the senior center, that are 60 and older can call and request a membership return call. “Some things will take a little bit of time, so we ask for patience during such a quick transition, said Lauritzen.” We will need to do some paperwork, if you are new to the centers, since a face to face meeting isn’t possible at this time. Our centers will NEVER call you for personal information and you are always welcome to call our main numbers to verify. Depending on the need for information, it may require a day or two to respond, but the centers will keep local media, social media and their website updated at all times.
During this difficult time, help our local food establishments by purchasing gift cards. Ask restaurants if a pick up option is available and order by phone or email. This will help ensure their staffs stay employed too. Many small businesses and non-profits can’t offer employees insurance, so getting a paycheck is imperative.
Betty Ehart Senior Center
Hours & Location:
Mon-Fri: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Sat: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
1101 Bathtub Row
Los Alamos NM, 87544
Phone: (505) 662-8920
Fax: (505) 661-7677
White Rock Senior Center
Hours & Location:
Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri: 9:30 am to 4:00 pm
Thu: 9:30 am to 10:00 pm
Sat: 9:30 am to 12:00 pm
133 Longview Drive
White Rock NM,87547
Phone: (505) 672-2034
The White Rock Senior Center is a gathering place for adults age 50 and over. It is a place where seniors can learn, socialize, and have fun. There are lots of activities for seniors at the White Rock Senior Center. We have fitness classes, a weight room, dancing, cards and games, table tennis, and computer groups. You can get your blood pressure check, and a massage all in the same place.
Take a look at our schedule to find out what’s happening right now.
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