A Guide for People Experiencing Homelessness

If you are experiencing homelessness or a housing crisis in Albuquerque, you are not alone — and there are people and organizations ready to help you.

Below is a list of local resources that can connect you to shelter, healthcare, food, clothing, behavioral health support, and other essential services in our community. These services are here for you whether this is your first time experiencing homelessness or you have been navigating these systems for a while.

Take a Breath – We’re Here to Help

If you are not sure where to start, or if everything feels overwhelming, you can simply come into the Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless Resource Center during open hours. Our team will meet with you, listen to what you need, and help you get connected to the right services and supports. You do not need an appointment. You do not need to figure it out alone. We will help you take the next step and get to where you need to go.

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Calendar & Events

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  • ID Services

    ID Services
    ABQHCH 1217 First Street NW, Albuquerque, MA, United States

    Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays all day in the Resource Center. Remember, on Wednesdays we close at 12:00, so come early! IDs are now free for people experiencing homelessness with a […]

  • Street Med with Harm Reduction

    Roving Health Outreach

    AHCH’s Integrated Health Outreach team brings integrated health care, harm reduction services, and support directly into the community. Through our outreach model, community health workers, harm reduction specialists, and clinical […]

  • Open Studio

    Open Studio

    ArtStreet’s Open Studio offers a welcoming, creative space where participants can explore art at their own pace in a supportive, low-barrier environment. Open to individuals experiencing homelessness, the studio encourages […]

  • Housing Assessments

    Housing Assessments
    ABQHCH 1217 First Street NW, Albuquerque, MA, United States

    Tuesdays and Thursdays Morning slots open at 7:30 Afternoon slots open at 12:30 A housing assessment is the first step toward accessing housing vouchers and entering the coordinated housing system. […]

  • Garden Club

    Garden Club
    ABQHCH 1217 First Street NW, Albuquerque, MA, United States

    AHCH’s Garden Club offers a hands-on space for patients to connect with nature, grow fresh food, and build community together. Participants learn basic gardening skills, tend seasonal plants, and share […]

  • Housing Navigation

    Housing Navigation
    ABQHCH 1217 First Street NW, Albuquerque, MA, United States

    9:30 to 12:00 - lunch - 1:30 to 2:30 Sign up starts at 7:30 (Get here early!) Housing Navigation team helps patients connect with affordable housing opportunities, complete applications, gather […]

  • Open Studio

    Open Studio

    ArtStreet’s Open Studio offers a welcoming, creative space where participants can explore art at their own pace in a supportive, low-barrier environment. Open to individuals experiencing homelessness, the studio encourages […]

  • Westside CHW + Harm Reduction Outreach

    Roving Health Outreach

    AHCH’s Integrated Health Outreach team brings integrated health care, harm reduction services, and support directly into the community. Through our outreach model, community health workers, harm reduction specialists, and clinical […]

  • ID Services

    ID Services
    ABQHCH 1217 First Street NW, Albuquerque, MA, United States

    Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays all day in the Resource Center. Remember, on Wednesdays we close at 12:00, so come early! IDs are now free for people experiencing homelessness with a […]

  • Street Med with Harm Reduction

    Roving Health Outreach

    AHCH’s Integrated Health Outreach team brings integrated health care, harm reduction services, and support directly into the community. Through our outreach model, community health workers, harm reduction specialists, and clinical […]

  • Work Your Words

    Work Your Words

    ArtStreet’s Work Your Words workshop is a supportive, therapeutic space centered on writing and storytelling. Participants engage with guided prompts, personal reflection, and creative exploration to share their experiences in […]

  • Housing Assessments

    Housing Assessments
    ABQHCH 1217 First Street NW, Albuquerque, MA, United States

    Tuesdays and Thursdays Morning slots open at 7:30 Afternoon slots open at 12:30 A housing assessment is the first step toward accessing housing vouchers and entering the coordinated housing system. […]