Local Community Resources
ADDICTION
Addictive Relationship Support for Women Scheduled Activities: Mondays, 6 p.m at 4004 Carlisle Suite S., South Building Contact: 505-255-3075 (Ann Yeager)
Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA) A 12-Step study group concentrating on finding a solution using the “big-book” of AA. Scheduled Activities: Every Wednesday 7 p.m. at St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, 425 University NE Contact: John 505-268-9761 or Shirley 505-866-1402
Al-Anon, Alateen Families, friends of alcoholics 505-262-2177 (24 hour answering service)
Alcoholics Anonymous 24-Hour Answering service for all AA groups. Contact: 505-266-1900
Alcoholics Anonymous en Espanol: Oficina Intergrupal Hispana de Alcoholicos Anonimos. Spanish-language meetings in Albuquerque, Belen, Santa Fe, and Socorro. Contact: 505-266-3688
Cocaine Anonymous 12-Step Program, daily meetings Contact: 505-344-9828
Co-Dependant Anonymous Contact: 505-224-2700
Codependency on Sex Addiction (COSA) Contact: 763-537-6904 (National)
Gam-Anon Albuquerque Program of recovery and unity for spouse, family members, and/or close friends of compulsive gamblers. See web for meeting times.
Gambling: New Mexico Council for Problem Gambling (NMCPG) Offering crisis intervention and referrals. Non-profit. 24 hour hotline for problem gamblers. Help line: 1-800-gambler, local: 505-897-1000 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Mothers Against Drunk Driving Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) is the nation’s largest nonprofit organization working to protect families from drunk driving and underage drinking. With the help of those who want a safer future, MADD’s Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving® will end this danger on American roads. MADD’s Power of Parents, It’s Your Influence® offers research-proven strategies to help parents keep their children safe from the dangers of underage drinking. One of the largest victim services organizations in the U.S., MADD also supports drunk driving victims and survivors – serving one person every 10 minutes – at no charge. Contact: 505-255-2955
Narcotics Anonymous Rio Grande Region Support group helps people quit using drugs. Donations accepted for medical bills. Contact: 505-260-9889 (Albuquerque help line)
Nicotine Anonymous 12-step support group that supports nicotine addiction. No fees. Walk-ins accepted. Meetings: Wednesdays 7:30 pm at St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church, 425 University Blvd., Albuquerque; Friendship club, Sunday 5:30pm at 1915 Rosina, Santa Fe. Contact: Alan, 505-798-4595 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Overeaters Anonymous Non-profit organization that provides meetings to help eaters with the overeating sensations. Not a weight loss program. No set fees. Meetings held by donations, anytime a donation is made, a meeting is held. See web for meetings. Scheduled Activites: New Comer’s Meeting, 7pm Mondays, Taos/Sandia room at Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital 8300 Constitution NE Contact: 505-261-3553, 505-891-2664, 866-951-5357
S-Anon (Sex Addiction)/Sexaholics Anonymous 12-Step recovery group for friends and relatives of sex addicts. 505-899-0633
Sex Addicts Anonymous 1-800-477-8191 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Self-Management and Recovery Training (SMART) Meetings Dedicated to helping individuals gain independence from any addictive behavior-most people who attend are looking for an alternative to 12-step programs. 1-866-951-5357
Treatment 4 Addiction Directory of treatment centers located in New Mexico.
BRAIN INJURY/TUMORS
Albuquerque Brain Tumor Support- People Living Through Cancer Programs and service to help those people face the challenges of cancer and achieve the best quality of life-community of cancer survivors, family members, friends, healthcare professionals, community leaders and volunteers that support survivorship. 3401 Candelaria NE, Suite A, Albuquerque, NM 87107 Scheduled Activities: Meets first Wednesday of every month at the Erna Ferguson Library, 3700 San Mateo NE 505-242-3263
Brain Injury Association of New Mexico Support for survivors of brain injury, their families and friends, professionals, educators. Location: Resource Center, 121 Cardenas NE Scheduled Activities: First Fridays, 7 pm at St. Joseph Rehabilitation Center, 506 Elm St. NE. Contact: 505-292-7414, (888) 292-7415
BEREAVEMENT
Bereavement Support Group NM Grief Services Program: the Grief Services Program is an integral part of the New Mexico Office of the Medical Investigator. The program is staffed by licensed, Master’s Level mental health professionals with extensive experience and expertise in dealing with the effects of traumatic grief. Grief Services offers their consultations at no cost. Se Habla Español. http://omi.unm.edu/Grief/grief.aspx 505-925-9501
Bereavement Support Groups Ambercare Hospice. One-on-one sessions available. 2129 Osuna NE. 505-244-0046
Bereavement Support Groups Information on the grief process, one-on-one sessions available by Vista Care Hospice. 505-821-5404
Children’s Grief Center of New Mexico Provides loving support at no cost for children and teens, ages 5-18, grieving the death of a loved one. 505-323-0478
Good Grief Support System Support program for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one. Contact: Carol, 505-821-6056
Survivors of Homicide (NM) Call for meetings Contact: 505-232-4099, 877-700-8500
Survivors of Suicide For people who have lost a loved one to suicide. Contact: 505-858-1240, Richard Schwoebel
CRISIS CENTERS
Agora Crisis Center of UNM Free and confidential help for any one in need of emotional support. 1716 Las Lomas NE, Albuquerque, NM 87131 Scheduled Activities: Walk in Clinic Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00. It’s best to call ahead and schedule. Help Line 505-277-3013, (9am-midnight every day of year)
Casa Esperanza Home away for families facing cancer. 505-277-9880
PB & J Family Services Inc. Offers assistance with family stabilization, reunification, and general improvement in daily living. Child day care, individual/family counseling services, outpatient clinic. 505-877-7060, 505-867-2356
Rape Crisis Center of Central New Mexico 24-our crisis centers for anyone affected by sexual assault. Emotional support, advocacy to survivors of assault and abuse. 505-266-7711, 1-888-811-8282
SAFE House To provide temporary shelter, services, and education for women and their children who are in a state of crisis as a result of physical, sexual, emotional or economic abuse. 505-247-4219, statewide hotline 1-800-773-3645
DEPRESSION
Anxiety and Depression Group Therapy- Sandia Counseling Center Eight-session series for men and women using experiential, educational, supportive means to develop skills to manage anxiety and depressive symptoms. Scheduled Activities: Call for dates and times of next session. 505-822-8223
Counselors in Albuquerque A free, online business directory for local counseling professionals in all fields. www.thecityofalbuquerque.org/counseling.html
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) Provides weekly group meetings for women suffering from depression and bipolar illness on how to cope with and control depression and bipolar suffering. Private counseling is also provided. Scheduled Activities: Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 pm, Trinity United Methodist Church, 3715 Silver SE. Contact: 505-889-3632
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE/ABUSE
Resources Inc. Child Advocacy/Support/Domestic Violence Education/Support Groups. A subsidiary of the Albuquerque Family Advocacy Center. For children and women who have witnessed or been victims of domestic violence-play and art therapy groups as well as individual counseling by licensed therapists available. Advocacy, assistance, and resources for women and children who are victims/survivors of domestic violence through the criminal justice system at no cost. Contact: 505-884-1241, 505-768-2104
Child Victims of Physical and Sexual Abuse-All faiths Family Services Contact: Lisa Kessler, 505-271-0329
Domestic Violence, Enlace Comunitario Eliminating domestic violence, crisis intervention, case management, counseling for victims, legal services, life skills classes, outreach and community education, advocacy, life skills, and parenting for Spanish speaking women and children. Contact: 505-246-8972
Domestic Violence Hot Life and Services (SAFE House) Emergency shelter from intimate partner violence for adults and children; adult and children survivor advocacy, support groups and community education. 505-247-4219, statewide hotline 1-800-773-3645
Haven House- Domestic Violence Support Group Haven House (Rio Rancho) offers confidential free help, emergency shelter, peer counseling, support groups and personal empowerment programs for victims of domestic violence. Emergency transportation to shelter can be arranged; all shelter services are free. 505-896-4869, Crisis Hotline 800-526-7157
NM Coalition Against Domestic Violence “The mission of the New Mexico Coalition Against Domestic Violence is to improve the response to domestic violence in New Mexico.” 505-246-9240 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Survivors of Homicide (NM) Call for meetings or visit website. 505-232-4099, 877-700-8500
Valencia Shelter (Belen) Crisis center for victims of Domestic Violence: shelter, transitional house program, counseling, child witness program, support groups, outreach and education. Contact: 505- 864-3202 24-Hour Emergency Hotline: 505-864-1383
PB & J Family Services Inc. Offers assistance with family stabilization, reunification, and general improvement in daily living. Child day care, individual/family counseling services, outpatient clinic. 505-877-7060, 505-867-2356
Other Online Resources at www.aardvarc.org. A website with more resources/aid and contact information for New Mexico support groups and safe houses regarding abuse, rape, and domestic violence.
HOMELESSNESS
New Mexico Coalition to End Homelessness This collection of member agencies are the largest coalition of organizations with the goal of ending homelessness. A great resource for both those in need and those who want to helpout.
Good Shepherd Center Homeless shelter Provides year-round overnight shelter and community meals 5 days a week as well as a 7-month program for alcohol and substance abuse. 505-243-2527
Health Care for the Homeless A local non-profit clinic that provides medical, dental, behavioral health and art therapy programs for homeless people only. 505-766-5197 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Homeless Crisis Hotline Human Services Department of the NM Works-Temporary Cash Assistance program provides information on shelters, soup kitchens, food stamps and counseling. 1-800-432-6217 Ext. 7267
Homelessness Awareness and Advocacy Group A list of resources for any family or individual in need in Albuquerque.
St. Martin's Hospitality Center Day shelter at 1201 Third NW for homeless, no overnight services. Shelter: 505-843-9405 Office: 505-766-6876
MENTAL ILLNESS/ DISABILITIES
Adelante Development Center Having choices is empowering. Choice helps us to realize our dreams. At Adelante, we understand that this is especially true for people with disabilities. Our mission is to support people with disabilities as they discover and implement their personal goals in life. Adelante's services are community-based and include programs for people who are physically or mentally disabled (including people with severely disabling conditions), those who have chronic neuromuscular diseases, and those who are disabled simply due to the aging process. 505-341-2000
MS & ALS Support Group for Caregivers For anyone who cares for someone with Lou Gehrig’s Disease or MS. Scheduled Activities: Every third Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., Friends in Time, 4906-A Jefferson NE 505-872-9301
ALS Support Group For people who have Lou Gehrig’s disease Scheduled Activities: Fourth Saturdays, 1p.m. at Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital, 8300 Constitution NE, Conference Room B. Contact: Chuck Borgman, 505-299-6010
Alzheimers and Dementia Support Group Scheduled Activities: Second Tuesdays, 6 p.m. at The Woodmark at Uptown, 7201 Prospect Pl. NE. 505-881-0120
Caregivers Support Group If you care for a loved one who is terminally ill, has dementia or suffers from debilitating chronic illness, we invite you to share your experiences and receive support in an informal and confidential setting. Scheduled Activities: Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 314 Lead SW. 505-243-5646
Casa Angelica Casa Angelica is a fully licensed, Intermediate Care Facility for Mentally Retarded Children (ICFMR) directed by the Canossian Daughters of Charity since 1967. Casa Angelica provides a family-centered program for 16 children with personalized, active treatments plans designed to enhance each child's unique gifts. Casa Angelica is committed to empowering, educating and forming young people with pervasive needs, accompanying their growth process, calling forth their gifts, and enabling them to fully develop their potential. This mission is carried out in a family atmosphere that is both collaborative and supportive of the residents and their families. 505-877-5763
Cerebral Palsy Parents Association of NM Scheduled Activities: first Thursdays, 6-8 pm, at Carrie Tingley Children’s Hospital Board Room, 1127 University NE. Dinner and childcare is provided. 505-272-5296
Circle of Parents- All Faiths Receiving Home Support groups for any parent of a child as well as specialized Circle of Parents of Bipolar Children. 271-0329 allfaiths.org
Outcomes NM To strengthen and enrich individual, work and family life in New Mexico through affordable, accessible and quality social services. 243-2551
Counselors in Albuquerque A free, online business directory for local counseling professionals in all fields. www.thecityofalbuquerque.org/counseling.html
Epilepsy Support & Education Services, Inc. In-services directed to the medical community, employers, teachers, students, and other interested parties. Facilitate support groups that are open to anyone with an interest in epilepsy. "Scheduled Activities (held at 1100 Lomas Blvd. NE, Suite 3)Second & Fourth Tuesdays 6-7:30 pm; for friends, family, and public interested in epilepsy. Weekly Friday 9-11 am, please contact Audrey before joining this group. (505) 243-9119
NM Learning Disabilities Association For parents who have children with learning disabilities. 505-821-2545
Men’s Alzheimer’s Support Group Alzheimer’s Association 505-266-4473, 800-272-3900
MS Activity Group, Active MS’ers Fun activities for people with multiple sclerosis to share their active passions. email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 505-890-1764
MS Caregivers Support Group Monthly Caregiver support group for people with ALS and MS illness and donates funds for treatments if needed for people without insurance. Scheduled Activities: Third Wednesday, 6:30-8:30pm at 4906 Jefferson St. NE 87109 505-872-9301
MS Support and Education Group National MS Society Albuquerque branch. Call for meetings and events. 505-244-0625
Muscular Dystrophy Association General Adult and Support Group-New Mexico Chapter 505-828-1331 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and NAMI New Mexico NAMI New Mexico offers numerous programs to assist those that are affected by mental illness. For friends and family members of those suffering from mental illness. 505-260-0154, 505-792-8871, 505-867-9517
New Mexicans with Disabilities Information to Spanish and English speaking individuals with disabilities, families, advocates, therapists, and case managers about service providers, support groups and other local, state, and national resources. 505-272-8549, 800-552-8195
Overeaters Anonymous Non-profit organization that provides meetings to help eaters with the overeating sensations. Not a weight loss program. No set fees. Meetings held by donations, anytime a donation is made, a meeting is held. Scheduled Activites: New Comer’s Meeting, 7pm Mondays, Taos/Sandia room at Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital 8300 Constitution NE 505-891-2664
The Arc People with disabilities who have fun, learn they have rights, can speak for themselves and make their own choices. 505-883-4630
New Mexico Family Network Free Workshop and Support Group for Parents of Neurologically Challenged Children. Second Wednesday of every month at Kidpower Therapy Associates PC, 3530 Pan American Fwy, NE Suite D 6:00 Workshop, 7-8:30 pm 505-265-0430, Kidpower 505-888-4469 www.newmexicofamilynetwork.org
TeenScreen National Center for Mental Health Checkups at Columbia University. General information about youth mental health and suicide prevention.
Women’s Support Group for Wives & Partners of Veterans diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Learn about PTSD and how it affects you, your family, your relationships and your health. Contact: Caroline 505-440-0333
Iraq Vet Stress Project Certified EFT and Reiki practitioner Contact: Susana Barrera 505-239-7632
Community Health Charities of NM Look up the NM site for a large list of local resources and support groups in mental health/health in general. www.healthcharities.org
Other Online Resources for Mental Illness and Cerebral Palsy A large list of NM orgs (both state and independent) regarding Cerebral Palsy and mental illness can be found at www.cerebralpalsy.org/cerebral-palsy-assistance/newmexico
PARENTAL/FAMILY
Albuquerque Family Advocacy Center The Albuquerque Family Advocacy Center is a safe, secure and caring environment that focuses on the needs of victims of interpersonal crime. The center is committed to providing victims of domestic violence, child abuse, sexual assault and their families with a safe setting to assist in addressing and overcoming the trauma of their experience and break the cycle of violence that destroys families.
All Faiths Receiving Home All Faiths is a comprehensive agency providing Child advocacy services, services to families in their own communities, individual and family therapy services for children and their parents, child-friendly interviews in cases of alleged abuse or when a child has witnessed violence, abuse prevention and crisis intervention services to families at risk of abuse or neglect, research-based training and consultation to professionals, parents and children throughout New Mexico. 505-271-0329
Baby Net Promotes baby wellness by identifying and promoting prenatal and prenatal services, as well as helping to reduce the incidence and effects of disabling conditions though education and information. 505-272-8549, (800) 552-8195, (505) 272-0321
Care Net Pregnancy Center Care Net is a non-profit counseling and pregnancy resource center committed to providing women and men with accurate, up-to-date information in order to make informed decisions about pregnancy, sexual health, and relationships. Because everyone should have access to this information, all our services are free of charge. 505-880-8373
Counselors in Albuquerque A free, online business directory for local counseling professionals in all fields. www.thecityofalbuquerque.org/counseling.html
Cuidando Los Ninos The mission of Cuidando Los Niños (CLN) is to provide high quality childcare and therapeutic services to meet the special needs of children experiencing homelessness and support services that assist and strengthen their families as they become re-housed. 505-843-6899
Healthy Minds New Mexico Informational resources for teens, parents, educators and health providers regarding mental health.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) is the nation’s largest nonprofit organization working to protect families from drunk driving and underage drinking. With the help of those who want a safer future, MADD’s Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving® will end this danger on American roads. MADD’s Power of Parents, It’s Your Influence® offers research-proven strategies to help parents keep their children safe from the dangers of underage drinking. One of the largest victim services organizations in the U.S., MADD also supports drunk driving victims and survivors – serving one person every 10 minutes – at no charge. 505-255-2955
Parents for Behaviorally Different Children For Families with behavioral, emotional, challenges including ADD, depression and other neurobiological illnesses. 505-265-0430, 800-273-7232 |
