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.
1Borrow equipment for free
NM Technology Assistance Program (NMTAP) - SW Region at WNMU
Free assistive technology device loans and demos (Silver City)
(575) 538-6622
PO Box 680 (WNMU), Silver City · By appointment
NM Technology Assistance Program (NMTAP) - Governor's Commission on Disability
Free assistive technology device loans shipped statewide
(505) 841-4464
625 Silver Ave SW Ste 100 B, Albuquerque
2Through Medicaid or Medicare
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
NM Aging & Long-Term Services - Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)
Senior and disability help line (Medicare/SHIP counseling)
800-432-2080
· Mon-Fri 7:45am-5pm
3Make the home safer
Use the guide "Needs home repairs, a ramp, or a safer home".
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.