Help aging out of foster care in New Mexico
We've found 6 places in New Mexico for people aging out of foster care, and 6 that serve the whole state. Our volunteers haven't confirmed these yet, so a quick call ahead is worth it. Most of them help with health & medication (3), benefits & cash (2) and id & documents (2).
Places in New Mexico
New Mexico Crisis and Access Line (NMCAL)
Free statewide crisis and support line for anyone in New Mexico dealing with mental health or substance use. Includes a Peer-to-Peer Warmline staffed by people with lived experience for non-emergency support.
Fostering Connections (Extended Foster Care)
CYFD's program for young adults who were in foster care, with extended foster care to age 21 and supports through age 26: transition planning, tuition and fee waiver, Medicaid, start-up funds, Education and Training Vouchers, and housing programs.
New Mexico Legal Aid
Free civil legal services for low-income New Mexicans, including family law and victim services for domestic violence survivors, housing and eviction cases, and benefits problems. Apply by phone or through the online intake form.
Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics
Issues certified New Mexico birth certificates by mail, through participating local public health offices, or expedited through VitalChek. Access is limited to the person named on the record and immediate family.
Motor Vehicle Division ID Cards
State ID cards (REAL ID or Standard) issued at MVD field offices. Appointments are required at all state offices. A Standard ID is available to people who cannot prove lawful status.
YES.NM Benefits Portal / Consolidated Customer Service Center
Apply for SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, and other assistance online through YES.NM, by phone, or at an Income Support Division field office. Medicaid applications are accepted entirely by phone.
National lines that work in New Mexico
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for any mental health or substance use crisis. Available to anyone in any program.
Lifeline free phone program
Free or discounted phone and service for people on Medicaid, SNAP, SSI, or low income. Apply online or through a carrier.