Due to ongoing dry conditions and prevailing high winds, Fire Marshal Colorado Cordova of the Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) has enacted fire restrictions to Stage 1, effective April 28, within the boundaries of Los Alamos County to safeguard public health and safety, as well as protect lands, structures, natural and historical artifacts. Click below to view the order and press release.
As of July 1, 2014, New Mexico State has taken a direct role in funding local hospitals to cover medical services. As a result, the Los Alamos County Health Care Assistance Program (HCAP) no longer covers services such as surgeries, vision care or hospice.
HCAP is funded by local gross receipts tax, is administered by the Los Alamos County Council, and does cover behavioral health services that are not already covered by Medicaid, Medicare, or Affordable Care Act insurance under the New Mexico Health Insurance Exchange. HCAP reimburses contracted behavioral health providers for services rendered to county residents who meet low income guidelines, including mental health counseling and substance abuse treatment programs, as well as health related programs and services for detainees at Los Alamos County Jail.
Los Alamos County Council adopted an HCAP Policy(PDF, 291KB) on November 29, 2016. To qualify:
Single applicants may not have more than $5,000 in liquid assets, and family applicants may not have more than $10,000 in liquid assets.
HCAP Application(PDF, 250KB)
Social Services staff may be able to assist you with navigating other health care programs.
Social Services Division
Phone: (505) 662-8068