Statewide outreach events highlight services available to families
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Health Care Authority launches a yearlong series of statewide events this month to mark the 50th anniversary of its child support program and connect families with resources.
“Our free services help parents navigate the child support process and connect paying parents with employment services,” said Betina Gonzales McCracken, director of CSSD. “This family-centered approach ensures New Mexico’s children receive the support they need to thrive.”
The statewide outreach events will highlight the comprehensive services CSSD provides, including:
- Locating the other parent when needed.
- Establishing parentage.
- Establishing court-ordered financial and medical support.
- Enforcing court orders by collecting and distributing monthly obligations.
- Providing paying parents with employment and job-training resources.
Applying for child support services is now easier than ever through the YES.NM.GOV site, where parents can apply, manage cases, upload documents, and make payments online.
Currently, New Mexico has approximately 50,000 active child support cases. In 2024, the program collected $119.2 million, with 98 percent of funds going directly to families.
Upcoming outreach events
The first outreach events will take place at the State Capitol during the legislative session, followed by events in Las Cruces and other locations across the state.
| Feb. 5, 2025, 9 a.m. to noon 10th Annual Public Health Day New Mexico State Capitol Rotunda 490 Old Santa Fe TrailSanta Fe, NM 87501 |
Feb. 7, 2025, 9 a.m. to noon American Indian Day New Mexico State Capitol Rotunda 490 Old Santa Fe TrailSanta Fe, NM 87501 |
| Feb. 13, 2025, 5 to 8 p.m.
FYI + Family Success Center Valentine’s Open House & Resource Fair 118 S. Main Street Las Cruces, NM 88001 |
Feb. 26, 2025, 9 a.m. to noon Behavioral Health Day New Mexico State Capitol Rotunda 490 Old Santa Fe TrailSanta Fe, NM 87501 |
| March 3, 2025, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
FYI+ Family Success Center Family Benefits Navigation Open House Las Cruces, NM 88001 |
For a full list of events, visit the HCA website.
New Mexico’s child support program was first established through an executive order on June 16, 1975, by then-Gov. Jerry Apodaca.
For questions about an existing child support case or to learn more about child support services, visit YES.NM.GOV or call 800-283-4465.
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