Use when someone wants to share a home or rent a room to cut costs, needs a roommate, or is thinking about moving in with someone they don't know well.
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.
1Talk about what they need
You can ask"How much can you pay each month, including utilities?"
You can ask"Do you have a pet, a car, children, or need to be near a bus stop or work?"
You can ask"Are you in recovery? Would a sober house help you?"
You can say"Sharing can save a lot of money. Let's find a safe setup and get it in writing."
2Places to look
Housing New Mexico (NM Mortgage Finance Authority)
Find affordable and subsidized apartments (online search)
111 S. Texas St., Silver City · Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00am-1:00pm
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.