On probation or parole and needs help meeting the rules
Use when someone on probation or parole is struggling to report, pay fees, find housing or work, get to treatment or drug tests, or is afraid they will be violated.
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 is hard right now
You can ask"Are you on probation or parole? Is it state, county (misdemeanor), or federal?"
You can ask"What are your rules? Which one is hardest to keep right now?"
Look at their supervision papers together for the officer's name, report dates and conditions.
You can say"We want to help you finish strong. Let's take one rule at a time."
2Talk to the officer early
You can say"Officers would rather hear about a problem before it becomes a violation. Call them first."
NM Corrections Department - Probation and Parole District 6A
At the Gospel MissionThey can use the Mission phone for local calls to reach their officer.
3Keep an address and a phone
At the Gospel MissionFree mail at the Mission: Their Name, c/o Silver City Gospel Mission, 111 S. Texas St., Silver City, NM 88061. Sign up at the front desk.
At the Gospel MissionAsk staff about a government (Lifeline) phone from the stuff drawer.
505 South Main, Suite 121, Las Cruces · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, closed 12-1; applications taken 8am-4:30pm
If they talk about hurting themselves, call or text 988.
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.