Gateway West (formerly Westside Emergency Housing Center), City of Albuquerque
Beds, meals, storage and case management for men, women and couples. Free daily shuttle.
Official page: cabq.gov/family/news/westside-emergency-housing-center
Emergency Shelter Tonight in New Mexico: Albuquerque, Santa Fe and Las Cruces
Where to find a safe place to sleep tonight in New Mexico, including Gateway West in Albuquerque, the statewide homeless help line, and coordinated entry access points in Santa Fe and Las Cruces.
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Where can I sleep tonight in Albuquerque?
Gateway West, at 7440 Jim McDowell NW, is the City's largest shelter. It is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year, for men, women and couples. It has meals, a bed and storage under the bed. Call 505 839 9193.
Official page: cabq.gov/family/news/westside-emergency-housing-center
How do I get to Gateway West?
There is a free daily shuttle. One stop is the northeast corner of Indian School Road and 1st Street NW, leaving at 6 am and 7 am, with rolling pickups back from 3 pm to 7 pm. Times can change with the weather.
Official page: cabq.gov/family/news/westside-emergency-housing-center
What is the Gateway Center?
The Gateway Center at 5400 Gibson Blvd SE has overnight beds, medical sobering and medical respite. It works by referral from a service provider, for people who choose counseling and support on the path to housing. Albuquerque Community Safety can give a ride.
Official page: cabq.gov/health-housing-homelessness/gateway-network/gateway-center/gateway-center-1
I'm outside Albuquerque. Who do I call?
Call the statewide homeless help line at 505 772 0547. In Albuquerque, call 505 768 4357. You can also reach coordinated entry at 505 217 9570, or text 505 219 1834, to get on the list for housing.
Official page: nmceh.org/coordinated-entry-system
Where can I get help in Santa Fe or Las Cruces?
In Santa Fe, coordinated entry access points include the Interfaith Shelter at Pete's Place, Consuelo's Place and St. Elizabeth's Shelter. In Las Cruces, go to Mesilla Valley Community of Hope. Call 211 or the help line first to check what is open.
Official page: nmceh.org/bosces
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Who to call in New Mexico
Here are official places to start. Other places may also help. Each place decides who it can serve, and hours change, so call ahead when you can.
Gateway Center at Gibson Health Hub
Overnight beds, medical sobering, medical respite and a first responder receiving area. Men's side 505 224 6808, women's side 505 224 6902.
Official page: cabq.gov/health-housing-homelessness/gateway-network/gateway-center/gateway-center-1
Albuquerque homeless assistance line
Call to ask about shelter and help in Albuquerque.
Official page: nmceh.org/coordinated-entry-system
NM Coalition to End Homelessness
Homeless help line for people outside Albuquerque.
Official page: nmceh.org/bosces
Coordinated Entry System, NMCEH
Gets you assessed and on the list for housing. You can also text 505 219 1834.
Official page: nmceh.org/coordinated-entry-system
City of Albuquerque 311
Information on shelter, housing, food, showers and clothing in Albuquerque. Call 311 or 505 768 2000.
Official page: cabq.gov/family/news/westside-emergency-housing-center
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