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Support Programs

Behavioral Health Office

The Behavioral Health Office (BHO) promotes the mental health, resilience, and overall well-being of Service members. Through counseling referrals, crisis support, education, and resource coordination, the BHO helps individuals navigate personal, emotional, and operational challenges while maintaining readiness and quality of life.

"If you need assistance, please contact our office using the information below. Support is available."

Chief of Behavioral Health

Captain Michelle McDaniel

Child and Youth Services

The New Mexico Army National Guard Child & Youth Services program strengthens the quality of life and resilience of military children and teens by providing secure, flexible, and high‐quality support. Through inclusive educational programs, resilience training, career and college readiness, and healthy-living initiatives, we empower youth and families to thrive within our diverse and ever‐changing communities.

    Army National Guard Child & Youth Services

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    Contact

    Lena Bates

    Lead Child & Youth Program Coordinator, New Mexico Army National Guard
    Joint Technology Solutions Inc. – Contractor

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    Family Readiness

    The New Mexico Army National Guard Military and Family Readiness is available to mitigate challenges and enhance Service and family member's abilities to maintain and expand their readiness and well-being. Our mission is to help Service members and families with the challenges of daily living experienced in the unique context of military life, especially the unique challenges of the NG, and perform critical roles of assisting Commanders with preventing, identifying, and addressing challenges in the categories of:

    1. Identification Card and Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS)
    2. TRICARE
    3. Financial Readiness
    4. Legal
    5. Crisis Intervention
    6. Emergency Family Assistance Center (EFAC) Operations
    7. EFMP
    8. Community Information and Outreach Services

    In order to maintain unit cohesion and operational readiness.

    Contact Information

    Vanessa Nájera

    Lead Military & Family Readiness Specialist
    New Mexico Army National Guard

    Personal Financial Counselors

    Personal Financial Counselors (PFCs) are a resource provided by the Department of Defense. They augment the Military Services financial readiness programs and offer free services that help you enhance your financial well-being. PFCs can help you make the most of your money today as you develop your financial plans for tomorrow.

    Local Contact Information

    Bill Tutunjian, CFP

    Personal Financial Counselor, Albuquerque, NM
    Magellan Federal

    Jose Sanchez, CFP

    Personal Financial Counselor, Rio Rancho, NM
    Magellan Federal

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    Sexual Assault Response Coordinator Office

    The Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) Office provides confidential support, advocacy, and resources to Service Members affected by Sexual Assault. The SARC serves as the primary point of contact for reporting options, crisis intervention, survivor services, and coordination of care to ensure individuals receive the assistance they need in a safe and respectful environment.

    "If you need assistance, please contact our office using the information below. Support is available."

    NM Sexual Assault Response Coordinator

    Ms. Josie Janhke

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