Las Cruces residents eagerly anticipating the reopened doors of the Henry R. Benavidez Center will have to wait a little longer as renovation setbacks push the unveiling to Monday, April 28. The center's kitchen floor updates, initially expected to be ready sooner, have hit some snags, leading to this brief yet critical extension. The extended date is meant to ensure crews can thoroughly address the emerging issues and ensure the space meets the community's standards.
Despite this hiccup in the center's renovations, the Meals-on-Wheels program remains unaffected by the delays. In a considerate move to support locals relying on the Congregate Lunch Program at the Benavidez Center, diners are being directed to nearby alternatives. According to the City of Las Cruces, meals will continue to be served from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, at multiple senior centers throughout the area.
For those looking to attend these meal services, options include the Munson Senior Center on Mesquite Street, the Eastside Senior Center on Tornillo Street, the Sage Café off Reynolds Drive, and the Frank O’Brien Papen Center on Bell Avenue. This range of locations is a testament to the community’s resilience and its ability to adapt to change, providing necessary services without interruption.
