Use when you see someone asking for help on a street corner or at a parking lot, and you want to help in a way that is safe and kind.
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.
1Stay safe, and be kind
Only stop where it is safe and legal. Never stop in a traffic lane or step into the road.
You can say"Hi, I'm ___. How are you doing today?"
If the person looks sick, hurt, very confused, or in danger (heat, cold, a medical problem): call 911.
You can ask"Have you eaten today? Do you have a place to stay tonight?"
Whether you give money is your choice. Many people give food, water, socks or a gift card instead, or tell the person where help is.
Bring
Bottled water
a snack
clean socks
a card with the Mission's address and phone (575-388-5071)
3Tell them where to eat today
At the Gospel MissionHot breakfast and lunch every weekday at the Silver City Gospel Mission, 111 S. Texas St. Everyone is welcome; no one is turned away.
610 N. Silver St. (cul-de-sac at 7th St. and Gold, behind the public works yard), Silver City · Usually opens December 1, every night from 5:00 pm. May be open more of the year: SPIN reported 3,900 bed nights in one quarter of 2025. Call to check.
At the Gospel MissionShowers, laundry and the clothing bank at the Mission. Sierra House is a shelter for women and children.
At the Gospel MissionHelp with a meal, give to the food pantry, or bring your church, business or family to cook and serve a Friday lunch. Call the Mission at 575-388-5071.
At the Gospel MissionThe Mission's staff can sit down with anyone who wants help with ID, benefits, recovery or housing. Point them to 111 S. Texas St., weekdays 9:00am-1:45pm.
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.