Found a place but can't pay the deposit or first month's rent
Use when someone found an apartment or room, or got a housing voucher, but can't pay the deposit, first month's rent, application fee or utility hookup.
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.
1Find out what they need
You can ask"How much is the deposit and first month's rent? When is it due?"
You can ask"Do you have a lease, or a letter from the landlord with the amount?"
Bring
landlord's name and phone
the lease or a written list of move-in costs
photo ID
proof of income
2On Medicaid? Ask the health plan first
You can ask"Do you have Medicaid? Which plan: Blue Cross, Presbyterian, UnitedHealthcare or Molina?"
NM Health Care Authority - Turquoise Care Value-Added Services chart
Compare the extra benefits each Medicaid plan gives (flex funds, free phones, pr
Molina Healthcare of New Mexico
Housing stability assistance: help with rent, mortgage or deposit for Molina Med
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.