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For immediate shelter, contact Roswell Homeless Coalition and ask about weekday intake.

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  • For emergencies, contact local emergency services or a crisis hotline immediately.

Programs to contact

1

Roswell Homeless Coalition

Nonprofit

Family-focused homeless services helping families with children access shelter, SNAP/EBT, child care aid and addiction recovery referrals. Call for intake

Open provider page +1-254-535-2419
2

The Roswell Refuge

Nonprofit

Emergency domestic violence shelter with 24/7 hotline, free legal help and mental health counseling for survivors. Call for intake

Open provider page +1-575-627-8361
3

Alianza of New Mexico

Nonprofit

Food pantry and family support offering SNAP/EBT enrollment help and referrals to addiction recovery services. See hours & eligibility

4

Lend-A-Hand of Roswell

Nonprofit

Local food assistance and senior support with referrals to free legal help and addiction recovery programs. See hours & eligibility

Open provider page +1-575-623-8412
5

Assistance League of Chaves County

Nonprofit

Provides clothing, school supplies and food assistance for families; volunteer-run intake and eligibility process. Apply online

Open provider page +1-575-622-5255
6

HelpHereHub - Chaves County Resources

Nonprofit

Community hub where neighbors post needs and find local SNAP, food, shelter and benefit-enrollment resources. Browse listings

Open provider page +1-675-759-6561
7

New Mexico Legal Aid - Roswell Office

Nonprofit

Free civil legal aid in Roswell for housing disputes, eviction defense, SNAP/EBT appeals and benefits navigation. Call for intake

Open provider page +1-675-759-6561
8

Roswell-Chaves County Healthcare

Local Government Program

Regional healthcare hub offering primary care, behavioral health, mental health counseling and addiction treatment referrals. See hours & eligibility

Open provider page +1-575-622-1975
9

City of Roswell Government Aid for Seniors

Local Government Program

City-run senior services offering housing referrals, senior support programs and connections to addiction recovery resources. See hours & eligibility

Open provider page +1-575-624-6700
10

Chavez County RSVP

Nonprofit

Volunteer and senior support program that connects older adults to local services, recovery resources and community volunteers. Apply online

Open provider page +1-505-289-0558

Recommended next steps

  • For immediate shelter, contact Roswell Homeless Coalition and ask about weekday intake.
  • If domestic violence or sexual assault is involved, call Roswell Refuge's crisis line first.
  • Ask Alianza about food, medical appointment transportation, health insurance navigation, and housing help.
  • Call Lend-A-Hand for emergency help with utilities, prescriptions, food, or housing costs.
  • Use HelpHereHub to identify nearby food pantries, utility help, transportation, and benefits contacts.
  • For legal issues, eviction, or benefits denials, look up New Mexico Legal Aid through HelpHereHub.
  • Bring ID, proof of Chaves County address, income documents, leases, utility bills, and denial notices.
  • If elderly or disabled, ask Chavez County RSVP about senior support and referrals.
  • For healthcare, use the Chaves County healthcare page to locate local hospitals and clinics.
  • Apply for SNAP, Medicaid, LIHEAP, and cash assistance as soon as possible through state benefits offices.

Need categories

Housing and Shelter

  • Emergency and Stability

Food Assistance

  • Food Security