Use when a couple argues a lot and wants help getting along, and no one is being hurt, threatened or controlled.
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.
1First, make sure no one is in danger
You can ask"Has your partner ever hit, pushed, choked or threatened you? Do you feel afraid at home?"
You can ask"Does your partner control your money, your phone or where you go?"
If yes, this is not just fighting. Use the guide "A woman (maybe with children) has no safe place or is leaving an abuser".
At the Gospel MissionPeer support counselors can talk with them. Prayer is there if they want it.
4Work on the stress behind the fights
Al-Anon / Alateen
Al-Anon family groups (Silver City and Arenas Valley)
300 W. College Ave. (First United Methodist Church), Silver City · Mon 12pm New Hope AFG, First Methodist Church, 300 W College Ave (side door, west side); Wed 6pm, Valley Community Church, 19 Racetrack Rd, Arenas Valley; Fri 5:30pm women's group, 300 W College Ave (also on Zoom)
5If they decide to separate
Grant County District Court (Sixth Judicial District) - Clerk's Office
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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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.