Needs to charge a phone or find a place to plug in
Use when someone's phone is dead or low and they need a safe place to charge it, or they need power for a medical device or laptop.
In danger right now: call 911. Crisis or thoughts of suicide: call or text 988. Not sure where to start? Call the Silver City Gospel Mission: 575-388-5071. Police, fire or sheriff, not an emergency: 575-388-8840 (Central Dispatch). Print our list of phone numbers →
These are the same steps our staff use when they help someone. "They" means the person who needs help: you, or someone you are helping. Go in order, and call ahead when you can.
1Check if it's urgent
If they need power for oxygen, a breathing machine or other medical device, see the guide "The power is out and someone needs it for oxygen, medicine or heat".
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4Keep it charged longer
Turn on battery saver mode. Turn the screen down. Close apps you aren't using.
Turn off Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and location when not needed.
5No phone, or the phone is broken
They may qualify for a free Lifeline phone. See the guide "Needs a phone or a mailing address".
At the Gospel MissionAsk staff about a Lifeline phone from the stuff drawer.
This guide is general information only, not medical, legal or other professional advice. Places and rules change, so please call before you go. In an emergency, call 911; in a mental health crisis, call or text 988. Disclaimer
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If a number or place here is wrong, you know a better resource, or you know a better way to help, tell us. We automatically check reliable sources and update supported routine details. Unclear changes and safety guidance go to our staff for review.
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Questions, or want someone to walk through this with you? The Silver City Gospel Mission, 111 S. Texas St., Silver City, 575-388-5071, weekdays 9:00am-1:45pm. Everyone is welcome.