Las Cumbres News & Impact Stories
Chipping away at a crisis: Health plan commits cash for expectant moms
Astrid Delgadillo and her family, after leaving Honduras and spending over a year in Mexico, arrived in the U.S. and settled in a Santa Fe shelter. Pregnant and without her mother’s support, Delgadillo struggled to..
Dulce's Journey to a Brighter Future and Being Part of a Community
Dulce and William embarked on a courageous journey for a better future. Throughout the journey the young family faced many hard decisions, sketchy strangers, and difficult situations that could have derailed their goal of reaching the..
Las Cumbres Community Services Early Childhood Programs
Families facing challenges find their journey transformed through a blend of wraparound services tailored to their needs, showcasing the Las Cumbres’ commitment to holistic support and community integration.
Presbyterian Health Plan Partners With ¡Que Cute! Healthy Baby Program
We extend our deepest gratitude to Presbyterian Health Plan for their generous partnership with Las Cumbres Community Services, championing the health and well-being of new and expectant mothers in northern New Mexico. With their..
Wendy Croze Steps into Grandparent Raising Grandchildren Program Management Shoes
Las Cumbres is dedicated to assisting Grandparents Raising Grandchildren (GRG) in Northern NM. The agency’s GRG Program has been in place since 2012, initially offering group meetings with educational presentations for grandparents in Rio Arriba County. Today the program serves
The Heart That We All Have in Our Bodies
At Conjunto Therapeutic Preschool, the essence of togetherness is at the heart of everything we do. Our learning environment, built upon the principles of mutual respect, trust, and collaboration, celebrates each
In the Body and Disregarding “the” Rules
Dr. Gabor Maté, renowned speaker and author with expertise on topics including childhood development, explains “Children don’t get traumatized because they are hurt. They get traumatized because they’re alone with the hurt”. Recounting a “really good work day”, one Las Cumbres Behavioral Health Therapist shares two stories:
Agency Seeks Family Infant Toddler Early Intervention Contractors to Join Dynamic Team
Las Cumbres is home to an enterprising and innovative early intervention program dedicated to promoting well-being for families with infants and toddlers up to age 3 - children who have an established condition or are at risk for developmental delays. As part of the agency’s Infant and Early Childhood Department, Our longstanding Family Infant Toddler (FIT) Early Intervention (EI) program strengthens the capacity of families and their children with assessment, education and intervention.
The Holy Grail of Non-Profit Donations – General Operating Support
At the heart of every impactful nonprofit is the ability to adapt, innovate, and address emerging needs swiftly. To most effectively do this and to affect positive change, Las Cumbres Community Services’ general operations and administrative teams rely on resources outside of private or public funding streams and continually seek partners to support vital infrastructure and other immediate demands.
One Mother’s Story: How an Entire Family is Transformed
From a small New Mexico town, this mother’s story is not so different from the stories of many who come forward to regain vital resilience. Laura is a mother who has faced unimaginable trials in life. Trauma from past abuse left her with emotional scars that ran deep, and she faced the additional challenge of raising a special needs child, Emma.