Spanish Translation Services

New Mexico has a high percentage of Hispanics, 49.04% of the total population, with a substantial number of Hispanics who speak only Spanish. Translation of documents is essential to focus on the Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) Standards, which are designed to address the needs of racial, ethnic, and linguistic population groups that experience unequal access to health services. Accurate translation services are also important, to improve access to health care, and improve the ability of Department of Health programs and clinics to serve clients with Limited English Proficiency.

To that end, the Department of Health has hired a Spanish translator/interpreter who is providing essential translation services for Department of Health programs. Ms. Sonia Sanchez-Cuesta is accredited by the American Translators Association as well as being an official translator and court interpreter for the Spanish Government. She will ensure materials are at an appropriate reading level in both languages and that they are culturally and linguistically appropriate for this target population.