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Top Level Services
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K-12 School
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The Mescalero Apache Early Childhood Program (MAECP) has two programs:
Family Infant Toddler Program (FIT) Part C
The FIT program is a state and federally funded program for families whose child is under the age of three and has or is at risk for a developmental delay or disability.
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part B
Early Intervention supports and services include:
Evaluations of a child’s strengths and needs.
Individualized learning experiences.
Special therapies such as:
Physical
Occupational and/or speech and language therapy
Family supports such as:
Home visits
Service coordination
Transition supports to facilitate a smooth change from early intervention to preschool programs
Our services may be provided in homes, childcare center, Early Head Start programs or other early childhood settings.
Part B is funded by the IDEA through the Bureau of Indian Education and is for children three to five; these early intervention services are provided in the early childhood settings.
We also provide summer sessions for early literacy and numeracy classes for these children and we work in cooperation with other agencies to sponsor the Annual Mescalero Child Find.
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Mescalero Apache Tribe Housing Department
Habitat for Humanity and Aging in Place Programs
The Mescalero Apache Housing Department coordinates and collaborates with the Habitat for Humanity on special projects for private homeowners.
Application drives are now being accepted to provide minor home repair assistance for eligible individuals and elderly who meet program guidelines.
Another program called, “Aging in Place” provides special accommodations for individuals with physical challenges, such as installation of ramps.
All applications must be filled out correctly and completely along with the supporting documentation for consideration of assistance for assistance.
In some cases, an applicant must provide income verification and household size for qualification purposes.
Habitat for Humanity’s vision is to help families have a decent place to live.
Our department continues to collaboration with other organizations to provide additional assistance to community and tribal members who otherwise wouldn’t qualify under the Indian Housing Block Grant.
Please keep in mind, these programs are processed on a first come basis.
Therefore, we kindly stress that each applicant thorough read and complete the application with the request information.
For further information regarding home repair assistance, please contact our office at (575) 464-9235 or call the Habitat for Humanity at (575) 437-6562.
504 Program
The MATHD assist applicants with the 504 Program, however the main office is located in Las Cruces, NM. The USDA Rural Development Housing Repair Rehabilitation Loan & Grant Program, has been working with families in the Mescalero area for many years. In order to be considered for the Grant Program, the applicant must be 62 years of age or older. In order to be approved for the Loan Program, you must meet certain income eligibility requirements and also meet the Area Income Median of your county. All counties are different. Please see your local office to find out the AIM. Ms. Kakazu from the MATHD can intake all applications and provide all information that is required to start the application process.
The 504 Program can repair all major issues such as:
- Roof
- Bathroom
- Kitchen repairs
- Flooring
- Windows/ Doors
The 504 Program recommends that the major issue in your home be repaired first. The amount funded from the program varies from case to case, depending on your income, age, and the total cost of repairs.
Every completed application must contain the following documents:
- Photo ID- All household members 18 years and older.
- Social Security Cards- All household members
- Proof of Homeownership-(Deed, Mortgage contract. Etc.)
- Proof of income- All household members (Employment, SSI, SS, etc.)
- Two recent bank statements
- Recent Federal Tax Returns
- Before Pictures/ BID
- Scope of Work
All Loan/ Grant approvals are subject to eligibility and availability of funding and is determined by the USDA Offices.
Rural Development – Las Cruces Area Office
760 Stern Dr. Suite # 139
Las Cruces, NM 88005
Phone Number: 575-522-8775
Special Need Assistance Program
The SNAP Program is partnered with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, Texas. Funding is available once a year, and five families are assisted in the Mescalero area. The application process start date begins in October thru December every year.
SNAP Program has certain requirements to be eligible:
- Households must have a family income of 80 percent or less of the median income for the area.
- Only Special Needs households are eligible. Special Needs is defined as over the age of 55 and/or one or more persons in the household are determined to be disabled.
- SNAP Fund grants will be issued in amounts up to $6,000.00 and can be used toward rehabilitation of the recipient’s home.
SNAP can repair health related and safety issues in the home such as;
- Exterior structural defects – missing porch handrails, sagging porch steps, damaged floorboards/decking, broken windows, rotting siding, etc.
- Inoperative or significantly damaged HVAC units
- Bathroom repair for handicap accessibility – ramps, door-widening, safety bars, shower install, etc.
- Plumbing – leaking/broken sinks, toilets, faucets, etc.
- Small electrical hazards – non-working and overheating lights, outlets, and switches
- Roof repairs and replacement
*Other work deemed as acceptable by FHLB Dallas
*Not an all-inclusive list
Every completed application must contain the following documents:
- Photo ID- All household members 18 years and older.
- Social Security Cards- All household members
- Proof of Homeownership- (Deed, Mortgage contract. Etc.)
- Proof of Income- All household members (Employment, SSI, SS, etc.)
- Proof of Disability, if applicable.
- Before Pictures/ BID
- Scope of Work
All approvals are subject to eligibility and availability of funding and is determined by the FHLB Offices.
Attn: Anthony Alonzo
First National Bank
414 10th St
Alamogordo, NM 88310
Phone Number: 575-437-4880
Weatherization Program
The Weatherization Assistance Program is funded primarily by the Department of Energy and the State of New Mexico. The Weatherization Program is for Minor repairs to help the client conserve energy on their home. These repairs include window, exterior doors, insulation and at times appliances are provided to the homeowner. The Weatherization program does not work on major home repairs.
The application process is simple, but there is a waiting list. Please be patient, the program does assist with 15 other counties within the state and each year they are allowed a certain number of units per county.
Every completed application must contain the following documents;
- Proof of Income
- Proof of Disability, if applicable.
- All members 18 years of age and over must sign application.
- Proof of Homeownership
- Social Security Card- All household members
- Copies of your most recent Gas and Electric bills.
- Photo ID- All household members 18 years and older.
Applications are available at the MATHD Office, please see Ms. Kakazu.
Attn: Weatherization Program
Southern Regional Housing Community and Development Corp.
311 Southgate CT.
Las Cruces, NM 88005
Phone Number: 575-523-1639
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County: Otero
MISSION
To prepare children for school while providing families access to community resources and comprehensive support services to ensure their children’s success.
WHY IS THIS PROGRAM IMPORTANT?
Early Head Start/Head Start is a federally funded program that prepares America’s most vulnerable children to succeed in school and beyond. Head Start programs deliver services to children and families in core areas of early learning, health, and family well-being while engaging parents as partners every step of the way.
Because the program focuses on the family as a whole, children receive early screenings which may lead to early identification of developmental delays, lead poisoning, and dental, health care, and mental health service needs. The program also provides nutritious meals to children and referrals to community resources for families.
WHO / WHAT AGE GROUPS IT’S FOR:
Early Head Start has two options:
The Home Based program serves children prenatal to 3 and is available for working or non-working families.
Center Based programs serve children 6 weeks to 3 years old and are designed for working families.
Both options support families to transition to Center Based Head Start when age appropriate, or for those in Home Based to transition to Center Based Early Head Start when needed for working purposes.
Head Start provides preschool services for 3- and 4-year-old children in a Center Based model
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Roadrunner Food Bank food distribution. Held the first Thursday of the month 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. Call first to confirm.
