5-07-2026 4:44pm

Upcoming Workshop Learn All About Service Animals at Alamo Senior Center

Chris Edwards Editor

All About Service Animals,” will take place on Wednesday, May 27 at 11:30 a.m. 2nd Life Media Alamogordo Town News Community Announcement

Alamogordo, NM – Residents interested in service animals are invited to a free educational workshop hosted by the Alamo Senior Center in partnership with Disability Rights New Mexico (DRNM).

The event, titled “All About Service Animals,” will take place on Wednesday, May 27 at 11:30 a.m. in the Alamo Senior Center Dining Room, located at 2201 Puerto Rico Ave., Alamogordo, NM 88310.

Attendees will have the opportunity to learn key information, including:

• The important differences between Service Animals and Emotional Support Animals

• Where service animals are legally permitted

• Your rights regarding service animals

• Your responsibilities as a handler or business owner

• Answers to any questions you may have

The workshop is open to the public and especially relevant for individuals with disabilities, seniors, veterans, pet owners, and business operators who want clear, accurate guidance on service animal laws.

Disability Rights New Mexico is a nonprofit law center that provides free legal services and advocacy support to New Mexicans with disabilities. The organization frequently hosts community education sessions like this one to help residents understand their rights under federal and state law, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

For more information or to RSVP, contact the Alamo Senior Center at (575) 439-4150. Additional details about DRNM’s services are available at www.drnm.org.

This event offers a valuable chance for community members to get reliable information directly from advocates who specialize in disability rights. Whether you use a service animal, work in a public-facing business, or simply want to be better informed, the session promises practical takeaways and an open forum for questions.