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 for an emergency first
Chest pain, trouble breathing, a drooping face, slurred speech, or sudden weakness on one side: call 911 now.
911 (Grant County Regional Dispatch)
Emergency: police, fire, ambulance
911
Silver City · 24/7
2Ask about their health
You can ask"What illness do you have? Do you have a doctor for it?"
You can ask"Do you have your medicine and supplies today? When did you last take it?"
You can ask"Do you have Medicaid, Medicare or other insurance?"
You can say"These illnesses are hard to manage without a home. Let's make a plan that fits your life right now."
3Get a regular doctor
A regular doctor can check blood sugar and blood pressure, refill medicine and catch problems early.
Hidalgo Medical Services
Silver City Community Health Center: Primary medical care
575-800-1467
1007 N. Pope St., Silver City · Mon-Fri 7:00 am-6:00 pm
Hidalgo Medical Services
Tranquil Skies Community Health Center: Same-day medical appointments
575-388-4412
1318 E 32nd St, Silver City · Medical Tue-Fri 7am-5pm; BH Mon-Fri 8am-5pm (closed 12-1)
Silver Health CARE
Primary care and urgent care
575-538-2981
1600 E. 32nd St., Silver City · Clinic Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; Urgent Care Tue-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-3pm
Gila Regional Family Medicine Clinic
Family medicine clinic
575-534-0400
3185 N Leslie Rd, Silver City
Bring
- photo ID if they have one
- insurance or Medicaid card
- pill bottles or a list of medicines
- proof of income for a sliding fee
Hidalgo Medical Services
HMS Bridges to Care - free care coordination
575-597-0211
4Medicine and supplies
At the Gospel MissionAsk staff about prescription help from the stuff drawer.
Hidalgo Medical Services
Medication Assistance Program
575-342-8900
1007 N. Pope St., Silver City · Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5:00 pm (closed 12-12:30)
Eli Lilly and Company
Lilly Insulin Value Program ($35 a month insulin)
866-923-1953
· Not listed
Novo Nordisk - NovoCare
MyInsulinRx ($35 a month Novo insulin)
888-910-0632
· Not listed
Beyond Type 1 - GetInsulin.org
Personal plan for getting affordable insulin
· Online 24/7
5Learn to manage it and eat well
Paths to Health NM (NMDOH)
Free diabetes and chronic disease self-management classes
1-833-796-8773
· Varies
NMSU Cooperative Extension / NMDOH
Kitchen Creations diabetes cooking classes
575-202-5065
Silver City · No Silver City class scheduled now; nearest Deming, Thursdays Mar 4-25 2027, 5-8 pm (in person or Zoom)
At the Gospel MissionBreakfast and lunch on weekdays, the food pantry and monthly food boxes.
Patient Advocate Foundation
Free case management for serious or chronic illness
800-532-5274
· Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm ET
Good Days
Copay, premium, diagnostic testing and travel help for chronic illness
877-968-7233
2611 Internet Blvd., Suite 105, Frisco · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm CT (closed noon-1pm)
Dialysis Clinic, Inc. (DCI)
Silver City dialysis center
575-538-0208
3716 N Fowler Ave, Silver City · M/W/F 6am-4:30pm; Tu/Th 8am-4:30pm
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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575-388-5071, weekdays 9:00am-1:45pm. Everyone is welcome.