Mission: NM Eviction Prevention & Diversion advances housing stability by reducing evictions in rural, underserved, and immigrant communities, improving health and quality of life. We provide effective legal, social, and financial support to prevent homelessness and address immediate threats to housing stability. Through staff with lived experience, targeted outreach, modern communication, and collaboration, we are a statewide liaison between tenants, landlords, courts, and community organizations. NMEPD advocates for systemic reforms focused on housing access as a basic human need, additional housing supply, supportive services, diverse housing options, policy, and regulations to best serve NM communities' health, social, and economic needs.

Community Member Testimonials: 

 “One night, I searched the internet for help and filled out a form. By the next morning, New Mexico Eviction Prevention had already emailed and called me to get things in order. Their response was fast, and I felt supported right away.” 

“Thanks to NMEPD, I was able to keep my home and maintain stability for my family. I’m still in my home today.” “I will never forget what they did for me. They helped me protect my family during one of the hardest times of my life, and now I feel hopeful for the future.”

We Keep Folks in Their Homes While Fairly Compensating Landlords.

Upcoming Events/ Resources/Updates

Important Update!

NMConnect App concluded June 30, 2026

Due to the conclusion of state funding for the app, NMConnect officially concluded at midnight June 30, 2026. The app and its resources are no longer be available. 

Help remains available:

New Mexicans can continue to access free, confidential emotional support and crisis assistance through NM 988, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Call-Chat-Text 988 or 1-855-NMCRISIS (662-7474)

We’re more than just a crisis line; we’re real people who care. Whether you need guidance, someone to talk to, or help finding resources, we’ll be here every step of the way.

No New Mexican should have to face a tough moment alone.

Additionally, the Peer-to-Peer Warmline remains available throughout the state:

1-855-4NM-7100

The Food Impact Team, through the 100% Community Initiative in Bernalillo County, is committed to ensuring that children, students, and families remain informed and connected to available food resources Please use this link for additional information Food Resource Map. If you will be visiting restaurants , be sure to check with the specific restaurant for any guidelines, such as dining in or requiring the child to be present.

Bernalillo County Residents if you need an ID please read:

We have an update regarding the ID Clinic schedule.

In addition to the weekly ID Clinic offered at Central United Methodist Church (201 University Blvd. NE, north of Central) every Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, a new monthly ID clinic is being launched.

The new clinic will be held at the Gateway East Center on Gibson (just east of San Mateo). Address: 5400 Gibson Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108

Phone: (505) 537-8588.

We have partnered with Central United Methodist Church to bring an ID Clinic to the Gateway East Center.

The ID Clinic assists folks with identifying and gathering the documents needed in order to seamlessly go to the MVD to receive their IDs

Possible employment opportunity

Are you looking for a job or want to change jobs, follow the link below.

Santa Fe Residents, this might be for you:

Job Opportunity

An employment opportunity with United Way of North Central New Mexico’s 211 program. You can access the job description and additional information here.

 Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter to applicant@uwncnm.org by July 15, 2026. Please reference ‘211 Coordinator’ in the subject line.

‍New Mexican Renters here is some information for you

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN

New Mexico Eviction Prevention and Diversion is now accepting applications for Rental Assistance and Community Justice Workers.

The basic criteria are as follows for Rental Assistance are: 

-Resident MUST reside within Santa Fe City or Santa Fe County

- A person MUST be behind in rent

-MUST have received a 3 or7 Day Notice from your landlord to pay rent or other documentation from the landlord showing the resident is behind in rent.

-MUST be at or below 80% Area Median Income (AMI) income eligibility standard.

-Struggling to pay rent

Referrals will be accepted exclusively through the Unite Us Portal. If you are a community member or your organization has a community member you think might be eligible,  please register in the UNITE US Platform (Self-Referral can also be done by calling 211 or 505-245-1735) and refer them to New Mexico Eviction Prevention and Diversion on that platform

Do you or your community member have questions or concerns about your housing situation? Did you receive a notice from your landlord? Our Community Justice Workers are available to offer legal and practical assistance for Housing Mediation & Eviction Prevention, even if Rental Assistance funds are not available. Referrals for Housing Mediation & Eviction Prevention referrals can be made on the UNITE US Platform for assistance from our Community Justice Workers. The basic criteria are the same as the Rental Assistance criteria listed above. Santa Fe County residents seeking guidance on the referral process should call 211.

Community Justice Workers are helping community members through New Mexico Eviction Prevention and Diversion (NMEPD)

Safe and stable housing is a fundamental need, and it is difficult to prioritize mental health and or physical health when that need is not met. Through New Mexico Eviction Prevention and Diversion (NMEPD), our Community Justice Workers are here to connect you with resources that can help. If you are seeking assistance from a community agency, please reach out to one of these organizations to ask for help or visit our list of resources for more information .

Our Community Justice Workers are ready to answer your questions. You can contact us through the following methods:

-Call or Text: 505-216-6166

-Spanish Speakers: Call or Text 505-216-6505

-Email: help@nmevictionprevention.com

If you have a summons for court. You must attend your court hearing. That is the only way the judge may be able to work a deal out between you and your landlord. If you are looking for contact information for your eviction court, and you are/were living in Santa Fe, you are looking for the Magistrate Court. If you reside in Santa Fe County, you can also contact our agency and speak with one of our Community Justice Workers for guidance, advice and other information about your court case. For Taos residents contact Taos Magistrate Court located at 105 Albright St or call 575-758-4030. Rio Arriba residents can contact Rio Arriba Magistrate Court located at 1127 Santa Clara Peak Rd, Espanola NM or call 505-984-3955. If you live in Albuquerque you can contact Bernalillo Metropolitan court located at 410 Lomas Blvd NW (505) 841-8151.

If you are a New Mexico resident and not in court and have only received a 3-day or 30-day notice from your landlord:

• Visit our list of resources here.

• If you need to obtain your court information, please call the New Mexico Judiciary Customer Service Unit (CSU) at 855-268-7804. They can assist in English and Spanish. They are open Monday-Friday 7:00 am -7:00 pm and 9:00 am-1:00 pm Saturdays. New Mexico’s judiciary has the Customer Service Unit (CSU) to answer questions and provide people assistance with navigating the judicial system.

We respectfully ask that you consider making a donation to the New Mexico Eviction Prevention and Diversion program (NMEPD). Your support is crucial to our ongoing mission of keeping residents in their homes.

If you would like to contribute, donations can be made here: https://www.nmevictionprevention.com/donate.

Thank you for your consideration and generosity.