Healthcare, Financial, Housing, Food and Legal Resources

Los Alamos County Utility Assistance Program

The purpose of the UAP is to provide assistance to qualified low income residential customers of the Utility during the periods of October 1st through March 31st, or year-round for citizens over age 65 or account holders qualified through the Social Security Administration for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or one-time assistance to account holders who demonstrate need due to unforeseen and unusual circumstances. Phone number (505) 662-8333

2-1-1 of Northern New Mexico

Resources provided by the United Way of NNM and Self Help, Inc.

Self Help, Inc.

A non-profit organization dedicated to assisting those in need and developing self-reliance in Northern New Mexico. (505) 662-4666

LA Cares

Provides Los Alamos County Residents who are experiencing a hardship monthly food distribution, emergency food boxes, and emergency assistance with rent and utilities. (505) 661-8015

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Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

LIHEAP assists eligible persons and families with their heating and cooling costs

Mobile Food Pantry

The Mobile Food Pantry Is a food distribution program that serves low-income residents on the 4th Friday of each month, except when dates conflict with holidays. Santa Fe Food Depot's Mobile Food Pantry will be at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church parking lot. 700 Canyon Road, Los Alamos 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Health Care Assistance Program 

On November 29, 2016, Los Alamos County Council adopted the Health Care Assistance Program (HCAP) for behavioral health services. Learn more about who qualifies for HCAP, what it covers and how to apply.

Yes New Mexico Medicaid Program

YES is a quick and easy way for people in New Mexico to sign up for Centennial Care, the state's Medicaid Program.

New Mexico Health Insurance Exchange

The New Mexico Health Insurance Exchange (NMHIX) was created to help you access Affordable Care Act insurance if you do not qualify for Medicaid.

Section 8 Housing (Housing Choice Voucher Program)

As of February 19, 2025, the Housing Choice Voucher Program has moved to the Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority – Española Office and will no longer be scheduling monthly visits to Los Alamos County. If you need to apply for Section 8 assistance, please visit their office at 136 Calle Del Pajarito, Española, NM 87532, or call 505-753-3897 for more information.

Current participants can reach out to Sonya Carrillo, Program Manager or David Martinez, Deputy Director, at 505-930-5901 for assistance.

Legal Resources for the Elderly Program (LREP);

This free, statewide helpline for New Mexico residents age 55 and older. The program does not have any income restrictions. It is a joint project of the New Mexico state Bar Foundation and the New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department. 

LREP helps with:

• Debt problems/Bankruptcy
• Employment issues
• Guardianship
• Medicare
• Social Disability
• and MORE...

Hotline phone number: 1-800-876-6657

New Mexico Legal Aid 

This program provides free legal aid in New Mexico. Services include: Economic Security, Housing Law, Low Income Tax Payer Clinic, Native American Program, Safe2bu, Veterans Law, Victims Services, Family Law, and Volunteer Attorney Program. 

Phone: 1-833-LGL-HELP (1-833-545-4357)

Los Alamos Mental Health Access Project

To assist the community of Los Alamos in accessing mental health care and connecting to emotional well being.

CHESS HEALTH

No matter your path, we’re here to support you on your journey to recovery. Through the Connections app, you can connect with others, day or night, 24/7. Whether you’re looking for a friendly sounding board from peers, seeking guidance from a peer recovery support specialist, attending virtual support meetings, tracking your goals, or staying in touch with your provider, you can do it through theConnections app. When you’re ready, you can even help others by sharing your experiences, strength, and hope.

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New Mexico Crisis & Access Line/Linea De Crisis Y Acceso

1-855-NMCRISIS (662-7474)
1-855-466-7100 (WARM LINE)

Los Alamos Family Council

Affordable behavioral health services for individuals and families including, but not limited to substance abuse programs, DWI school, and employee assistance programs.

Veterans Crisis Line

1-800-273-8755

Department of Veterans Affairs

Make the Connection

connects Veterans, their family members and friends, and other supporters with mental health information, local resources, and Veterans' inspiring stories of recovery. Visitors can learn about the signs of mental health conditions or substance abuse problems, and find sources of support. This site is free and accessible to everyone.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.
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Mesa Vista Wellness

Holistic Health for New Mexico - personal growth through mind, body and spirit for individuals and families.

Live Another Day

Mental health and substance abuse resource page. Live Another Day believes in equal access to life-saving mental health and substance abuse resources.

Detox Local

A resource that features information regarding mental health and substance abuse and detox facilities across the United States.