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.
1Is this happening now?
New face droop, arm weakness or slurred speech? Call 911 now. See the guide "Someone may be having a stroke or heart attack".
A head injury with throwing up, a very bad headache, passing out or getting more confused needs the emergency room now.
Gila Regional Medical Center
Emergency room
575-538-4000 · 24/7:
911
1313 E. 32nd St., Silver City · 24/7
2Find out what changed
You can ask"When did it happen? What is harder now: walking, talking, memory, your temper, or your eyes?"
You can ask"Do you have a doctor and Medicaid or Medicare? Did the hospital send you to therapy?"
You can say"The brain can keep healing for months and even years. Therapy and the right help make a big difference."
3Therapy close to home
Gila Regional Medical Center
Rehabilitation Center (physical, occupational and speech therapy)
575-538-4899
300 E. 16th St., Silver City · Call to check
Hidalgo Medical Servicesnot yet confirmed: call first
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
Corre Caminos Public Transit
Curb-to-curb ride by reservation (demand response)
575-388-3180
3033 Highway 180 East, Silver City · Book Mon-Fri 8:30am-3:50pm; rides run same days and hours as bus routes
4Brain injury help (any cause)
Brain Injury Alliance of New Mexico - NM Brain Injury Resource Center
Brain injury information line, support groups and application help
844-366-2472
3150 Carlisle Blvd NE, Ste. 208, Albuquerque · Mon-Fri 8am-12pm and 1pm-3pm; closed state and federal holidays
CNRAG, Inc. (Brain Injury Services Fund - Southwest Region)
Brain Injury Services Fund crisis help (service coordination for SW NM)
575-526-9084
PO Box 1680, Fairacres
5Stroke support
American Stroke Association
Stroke Family Warmline (support for stroke survivors and caregivers)
1-888-478-7653
· Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm Central (7:30am-4pm Mountain)
They listen, send free information and look for the nearest stroke support group.
6Money and benefits
At the Gospel MissionThe case worker can help with benefits forms and keep a list of appointments.
More help like this
A senior (55+ or 60+) needs helpUse when an older guest (55 or older) needs food, help at home, Medicare help, or may not be safe.A senior or disabled adult is being neglected, abused or taken advantage ofUse when an older or disabled adult is being hurt, neglected, left without care, or someone is taking their money or property.An older person seems confused, lost or wanderingUse when an older adult seems lost or confused, can't say where they live, or is wandering outside alone, maybe because of dementia or a medical problem.Caring for an aging parent, or a senior who can't get outUse when an older person can't manage at home, can't get out, is alone, or their family caregiver needs help.Needs a wheelchair, walker or other medical equipmentUse when someone needs a wheelchair, walker, shower chair, hearing or communication device, or other equipment to live safely.Can't hear well, needs hearing aids, or is deafUse when someone has hearing loss, needs hearing aids or an amplified phone, or is deaf and needs an interpreter.
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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.