Emergency Financial Assistance & Rapid Re-Housing for Veterans
Direct financial relief, eviction prevention, and rapid housing stability for New Mexico Veterans and their families.
Unexpected financial hardship should never threaten a Veteran’s stability or livelihood. Through our federally supported programs, the New Mexico Veterans Integration Centers (VIC) provide short-term financial assistance and guidance to help Veterans overcome immediate crises, maintain their homes, or transition quickly into safe, permanent housing.
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Whether you are facing past-due rent, an impending utility shutoff, a sudden vehicle breakdown that threatens your employment, or need support securing a new lease, our team works directly with you to help resolve the emergency to the best of our abilities.
How We Help:
Direct Financial Relief
Rapid
Re-Housing (RRH)
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Who It Serves: Veterans and Veteran families who are currently experiencing literal homelessness.
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How It Works: Rapid Re-Housing assists Veterans with quickly moving out of temporary crises and into permanent, independent housing.
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Support Offered:
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Short-term rent assistance and security deposit coverage.
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Landlord mediation and housing placement support.
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Comprehensive case management focused on income stabilization, budgeting, and connecting to earned community and VA benefits.
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Homelessness Prevention (HP)
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Who It Serves: Low-income Veteran households facing imminent housing loss or formal eviction notices.
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How It Works: Targeted Homelessness Prevention steps in before a housing crisis escalates into literal homelessness, keeping Veteran families safely housed.
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Support Offered:
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Emergency financial assistance for back rent or utility deposits (evaluated based on eligibility).
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Direct case management and legal navigation support.​​
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Connections to family support services and community resources.
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Temporary Financial Assistance (TFA)
& Services
Depending on eligibility and individual household needs, SSVF provides temporary financial support alongside structured case management.
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Eligible Financial Support: Security deposits, utility deposits, and temporary rental support. Additional housing stability assistance may be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
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Critical Auto Repair: Direct coverage for necessary vehicle repairs so you can safely maintain your employment, travel to medical appointments, and manage daily obligations.
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Transportation Access: Transit passes or fuel assistance tied directly to maintaining employment or securing housing.
what to expect:
When a Veteran or referring case manager connects with NMVIC, our multidisciplinary team collaborates to streamline the intake and housing pipeline with the following methods:
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Case Managers: Act as the primary point of contact for the Veteran household, coordinating tailored supportive services to help secure and maintain permanent housing.
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Housing Navigators: Build and maintain relationships with local landlords and property managers, conduct active unit recruitment, and help Veterans overcome barriers to leasing.
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Healthcare Navigators: Non-clinical specialists who assist Veterans in identifying and removing barriers to accessing VA health systems, medical appointments, and health resources. (Note: Healthcare Navigators do not provide direct medical or mental health care).
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Outreach Specialists: Engage directly with unhoused Veterans in the community, providing immediate linkage to NMVIC services, VA resources, and community partners.
how to apply
OPTIONS:
1. Download the form, fill it out and bring it to us during our normal business hours. (Location map below)
2. Down load the form, fill it out and email it to us.
3. Come to our Albuquerque campus during normal business hours, request the form, fill it out, and submit it.
Nearby Bus Routes & Stops
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Route 16 (Broadway / University / Gibson): Stops along Gibson Blvd and University Blvd near the Kirtland/Southeast area, connecting you close to the neighborhood. [1, 2]
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Route 50 (Airport / Downtown): Operates near the airport and Yale/Gibson corridors, allowing transfers to local east/south routes. [1, 2]
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Route 52 (South Broadway-Rio Bravo): Serves the south side and connects toward central transit hubs like the Alvarado Transportation Center.
FAQs
Who is eligible for SSVF housing assistance in New Mexico? To qualify for SSVF assistance through NMVIC, households must meet three primary criteria: Veteran Status: Served in the Active Military, Naval, Air, or Space Service with a discharge status other than dishonorable. Income Eligibility: SSVF program will determine eligibility based on household. Housing Need: Household must be currently experiencing homelessness OR facing imminent loss of permanent housing/eviction.
What kind of financial help does SSVF provide? Depending on eligibility and individual household assessments, SSVF can provide Temporary Financial Assistance (TFA) for housing stability. This includes support for security deposits, utility deposits, temporary rental support, and moving assistance. All financial support is paired with structured case management.
Can SSVF help if I am facing eviction or behind on rent? Yes. Through our Homelessness Prevention (HP) program, SSVF provides targeted assistance for Veteran households facing imminent eviction or housing loss. We provide short-term financial intervention and case management to help stabilize your housing situation before homelessness occurs.
How does Emergency Housing work? Emergency Housing may be an option if you are experiencing homelessness or couch surfing and are ready to work on the challenges that led to your housing crisis. To be screened for Emergency Housing, contact our Central Office at (505) 296-0800 and ask for the Emergency Housing program
Do I have to have Active Duty service to qualify? Certain programs require active duty service to be eligible, but because NMVIC offers multiple housing and supportive programs, service requirements vary. Speak directly with one of our Outreach Specialists to see which programs you qualify for.
Can I still get services if I don't have a VA card, DD-214, or state ID? Yes. You will not be turned away for services! Our staff can help you replace a missing DD-214, assist with verifying your Veteran status to establish program eligibility, and guide you through enrollment at the VA hospital if you are not currently enrolled.
Does NMVIC provide direct clinical healthcare through SSVF? No. NMVIC does not provide direct medical or mental health care under SSVF. Instead, our Healthcare Navigators and Case Managers connect Veterans to VA health systems, community medical providers, and specialized support services to ensure comprehensive care.