Las Cruces Green Chamber of Commerce

Correction!!! Their Open House and Block Party is SUNDAY, September 22nd!

On today’s Zoom Chat, LCGCC CEO/President Carrie Hamblen continues with the sixth installment of a 7 part series, highlighting the programs available at Aprendamos.

Today, Carrie talks with Alejandra “Ali” Covarrubias-Parra, Director of Alegria Family Counseling.

Carrie and Ali talk about the Alegria Family Counseling program, some of the challenges their clients receive help for, and the skills they help their clients obtain to address future issues.

The Alegria Family Counseling serves families throughout the state. If you would like more information, you can call their office at (575) 652-3448.

For more information on the services and programs that Aprendamos provides, go to: https://aitkids.com/

On today’s Zoom Chat, LCGCC CEO/President Carrie Hamblen continues with the fifth installment of a 7 part series, highlighting the programs available at Aprendamos.

Today, Carrie talks with Trisha Braecklein, Director of Autism Services for the MASC Program (Mariposa Autism Service Center).

Carrie and Trisha talk about the current information about Autism, the differences, if any, between autism in children compared to teens or adults, and how it’s important to customize the in-home therapy for those with autism.

Mariposa Autism Service Center provides services via a blended model of face-to-face and telehealth services in southern New Mexico. To learn more, call their office at 575-652-3155.

For more information on the services and programs that Aprendamos provides, go to: https://aitkids.com/

On today’s Zoom Chat, LCGCC CEO/President Carrie Hamblen talks with the CEO of A New Hope Therapy Center, Maria LaQuerre Diego.

Today, Carrie and Maria talk about the highlights from the 2nd Annual Supportive Innovations for Therapeutic Heroes (SITH) conference, the importance of incorporating role playing and popular culture in therapy, how impactful Storytelling can be in addressing mental health issues, and the exciting events and workshops in the upcoming 3rd Annual SITH Conference, September 26th through 28th. at the Las Cruces Convention Center. For more information on the conference, go to: https://www.anewhopetc.org/sith.

For more info on the services provided at A New Hope Therapy Center, you can call: (575) 556-9585.

On today’s Zoom Chat, LCGCC CEO/President Carrie Hamblen continues with the fourth installment of a 7 part series, highlighting the programs available at Aprendamos.

Today, Carrie talks with Karah Tooley, speech language pathologist and therapy lead, and Maria Lopez, senior client support supervisor, of the Esperanza Children’s Therapy Team.

Carrie, Karah, and Maria talk about the the Children’s Therapy clinic, the partnerships they have to help increase their reach, and some of the really important specialized therapy programs they offer to families.

The Esperanza Children’s Therapy Team serves families in Doña Ana, Sierra, and Luna County. If you would like more information, you can call their office at (575) 647-3773.

For more information on the services and programs that Aprendamos provides, go to: https://aitkids.com/

On today’s Zoom Chat, LCGCC CEO/President Carrie Hamblen talks with the Ming Luke, Music Director and Conductor of the Las Cruces Symphony Orchestra.

They talk about how he selects the musical pieces for the upcoming LCSO season, the music in the season opener, and what folks can look forward to in the 2024-2025 season.

You have the opportunity to purchase season tickets to the 2024-2025 Las Cruces Symphony Orchestra Season, which kicks off Saturday, September 28th with a performance of music by Shostakovich, Tchaikovsky, Francesca de Rimini and the ever popular, Pictures at an Exhibition. You can find out all about the season by going to https://lascrucessymphony.com

On today’s Zoom Chat, LCGCC CEO/President Carrie Hamblen talks with Dr. Dawn Duncan, Founder and Chair of Animal Companions of Las Cruces.

Today, Carrie and Dr. Duncan talk about how Animal Companions of Las Cruces has been helping curb our pet population over the summer, their upcoming fundraiser, and how your donations will help them continue their great work.

The Animal Companions for Las Cruces Fundrasier, Paws, Claws, & Hooves, takes place on Friday, September 13th at the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum. If you would like to attend, go to: https://cfsnm.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=3739

You will need to RSVP to Dr. Duncan via email at [email protected] by September 1st to indicate your choice of chicken, beef, or vegetarian.

On today’s Zoom Chat, LCGCC CEO/President Carrie Hamblen continues with the third installment of a 7 part series, highlighting the programs available at Aprendamos. Today, Carrie talks with Cassandra Varela, Director of the Aprendamos Early Intervention program.

Carrie and Cassandra talk about what Early Intervention is, how it impacts a small child’s development, and how families can determine if they are eligible for the services from the program.

The Early Intervention program serves families in Doña Ana and Sierra Counties. If you would like more information, you can call their office at (575) 526-6682.

For more information on the services and programs that Aprendamos provides, go to: https://aitkids.com/

On today’s Zoom Chat, LCGCC CEO/President Carrie Hamblen continues with the second installment of a 7 part series, highlighting the programs available at Aprendamos. Today, Carrie talks with Ruby Sambrano, director of Cariño Home Visiting Program.

Carrie and Ruby talk about the services provided by the Cariño Home Visiting program, how the program incorporates community-driven, culturally and linguistically appropriate home visiting services, and the skills they share with families to help strengthen the parent-child relationship.

The Cariño Home Visiting program serves families in Doña Ana, Sierra, and Otero Counties. If you would like more information, you can call their office at (575) 652-3155.

For more information on the services and programs that Aprendamos provides, go to: https://aitkids.com/

On today’s Zoom Chat, LCGCC CEO/President Carrie Hamblen talks with Dr. Dawn Duncan, Founder and Chair of Animal Companions of Las Cruces.

Today, Carrie and Dr. Duncan talk about why she started Animal Companions of Las Cruces (it’s because we don’t have a 24 hour emergency animal hospital), what services they offer, and how you, as an animal lover, can help them achieve their goal.

For more information on Animal Companions of Las Cruces, you can call Dr. Duncan at 701-388-3478 or find them on the web at: animalcompanionsoflascruces.org

On today’s Zoom Chat, LCGCC CEO/President Carrie Hamblen begins the first of a 7 part series, highlighting the programs available at Aprendamos. Carrie starts off the series with Abel Covarrubias, CEO of Aprendamos Family of Services.

Today, Carrie and Abel talk about the creation of Aprendamos, how the agency has grown, and the challenges of helping more people become aware of their programs.

For more information on the services and programs that Aprendamos provides, go to: https://aitkids.com/

On today’s Zoom Chat, LCGCC CEO/President Carrie Hamblen talks with Laura Elmquist, the Culture, Equity, & Belonging Champion for Aprendamos, about the upcoming Tri-Unity Conference.

Today, Carrie and Laura talk about how the Tri-Unity conference came about, the featured speakers and youth panel, and how practitioners and the community can benefit from attending the conference.

The Tri-Unity Conference takes place on Monday, August 19th from 9am to 3pm at the Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum in Las Cruces.

For more information on the Tri-Unity conference, you can register at this link:
For more information on the services and programs that Aprendamos provides, go to: https://aitkids.com.