Supporting Southern New Mexico children, individuals, and families for over 20 years

Welcome, Marisa!

Welcome graphic for Marisa Van Dommelen, a Developmental Specialist III and Eligibility Evaluator at Aprendamos.

Please join us in welcoming Developmental Specialist III and Eligibility Evaluator for Early Intervention, Marisa Van Dommelen, to the Aprendamos Family of Services team! Marisa, who is originally from Chihuahua, Mexico, was raised in Stahmann Farms and has lived in Las Cruces for 50 years. As a three-time Aggie, she attended New Mexico State University […]

Welcome, Arlene!

Welcome announcement for Arlene Dritt, Chief of Staff at Aprendamos Family of Services, featuring her professional photo.

Please join us in welcoming Arlene Britt to the Aprendamos Family of Services team! Arlene will serve as the Aprendamos Chief of Staff. As the Chief of Staff, Arlene will serve as a trusted strategic partner to the CEO, C-suite, and Senior Managers, acting as a key integrator, executor, and organizational leader. This role is […]

Rocking the Runway for a Cause: Erin O’Donnell

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On April 11, 2026, Erin O’Donnell, Director of Outreach and Marketing for Aprendamos Family of Services, will be Rocking the Runway for a Cause in support of Hearts for Autism. The inaugural event will help raise funds for the organization to help create inclusive opportunities for children with autism to connect, learn, and thrive alongside […]

Welcome, Jessica!

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Please welcome Jessica Fernandez, Early Intervention Community Events Coordinator/Child Development Center Liaison, to the Aprendamos Family of Services team! As the Events Coordinator, she will manage structured classes designed to help children receiving early intervention services reach their Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) goals in a group setting. During these community classes, families can expect […]

Congratulations, Marianna!

Please join us in congratulating Marianna Eanone on her promotion to Data and Intake Manager for Cariño Family Health! Marianna holds a Bachelor’s in Psychology from American University and a Master’s in Health Care Administration from Grand Canyon University. She is also endorsed in Infant Mental Health as a Reflective Supervisor. Marianna has been with […]

Congratulations, Raven!

Please join us in congratulating Raven Mendoza on her recent promotion to Board Certified Behavior Analyst for Mariposa Autism Services (MASC) and Aprendamos Early Intervention! Raven previously served as a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) for MASC. In her new role, she will continue to work as a BCBA while expanding her capacity to serve […]

Congratulations to the 2025 Cariño Home Visitor of the Year, Estreya Orozco!

Estreya Orozco, 2025 Home Visitor of the Year for Cariño Family Health. Features a quote & photo of a smiling woman.

Please join us in congratulating Estreya Orozco on being selected as the 2025 Cariño Family Health Home Visitor of the Year! Estreya began her professional journey with Cariño in July of 2023. As a local to the Mesilla Valley, Estreya was born in Las Cruces but was raised in Chaparral, NM. In 2019, she received […]

With Gratitude: Celebrating Elke Wunderlich’s Years of Service

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Dear Strategic Partners, Community Members, and Friends, We hope the new year is off to a strong and successful start for you and your teams. As we begin to look forward and plan for 2026, we wanted to take a moment to announce an update on behalf of the Aprendamos Family of Services team. Our […]

Congratulations, Gaby!

Congratulations Gaby! Assistant Director of Mariposa Autism Service Center with quote and photo.

Please join us in congratulating Gabrielle “Gaby” Rodriguez on her promotion to Assistant Director for Mariposa Autism Service Center! Gaby has been with Aprendamos Family of Services for more than eight years. Through her previous roles as Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and Clinical Supervisor for our Mariposa Autism Service Center […]

Welcome, Celeste!

Registered Nurse Celeste Salcido of Cariño Family Health & Wellness at Aprendamos Family of Services

We are thrilled to welcome Celeste Salcido to the Aprendamos Family of Services team! Celeste will be serving as a Registered Nurse for the Cariño Family Health & Wellness Nurse-Family Partnership Program. A true southern New Mexico native and proud NMSU Aggie, she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and has extensive […]

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