A Hoarding Alliance local resource guide

Hoarding support in Alamogordo, New Mexico.

You deserve support without shame or pressure to solve everything at once. Choose a next step that matters to you—safety, health, food, transportation, housing, or a conversation. You set the pace.

People first.Then the stuff.A Fight the Blight initiative

Start here - Fight the Blight

Choose a first step that fits

Otero County identifies Alamogordo as its county seat. Ask about options and take one manageable next step. Fight the Blight is the nonprofit and virtual-group front door for hoarding-related support; ask about service area, fit, and eligibility because grant-funded help is not guaranteed. The Peer Tree is a separate private-pay pathway. Unburied offers digital peer support for people affected and friends or family supporters; it is not therapy or emergency support. We did not verify a local hoarding-specialty clinician or hoarding-specific cleanout provider, and no providers were contacted.

For immediate danger

For immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, call 911. For emotional crisis support, call or text 988; it is not emergency dispatch. New Mexico also lists the Crisis and Access Line at 1-855-662-7474. For possible poisoning or exposure, call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222. Shelter, housing, clinical care, transportation, benefits, and disposal availability can change; confirm current intake, eligibility, hours, capacity, service area, and fees before traveling or relying on a referral.

First conversations

A few good places to start

You do not need to know the perfect service name before reaching out. These organizations can help you understand the landscape and identify a next step.

Role: separate private-pay hoarding-related support, sorting/organizing, and family guidance; geography: confirm service availability for New Mexico; cost/eligibility: private-pay fees and scope must be confirmed before scheduling; emergency limit: not clinical treatment or emergency cleanup. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

The Peer Tree

A distinct option when nonprofit or grant-funded support is not available or does not fit. Ask about remote service, travel, scope, pricing, consent, and whether the requested help is within its service area.

Role: digital peer support and tools for people affected and friends/family supporters; geography: online; cost/eligibility: check current access and any fees; emergency limit: not therapy, crisis response, or emergency support. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Unburied

A nonclinical digital space for ongoing peer connection and practical reflection. Participation is optional; it does not replace local care or emergency services.

Role: non-emergency local health and human-services referrals; geography: New Mexico, including Otero County; cost/eligibility: referral only—funding, eligibility, and openings are not guaranteed; emergency limit: not 911 dispatch or a crisis line. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico 211

Call 211 and ask about current local food, housing, transportation, and health resources. Confirm hours, service area, and availability with the navigator.

Safety and stability

When the concern involves safety, housing, or crisis

These pathways serve different situations. Read the labels carefully before calling, especially when a response may involve crisis care, protective services, shelter, housing rules, legal advocacy, or emergency dispatch.

Role: emergency dispatch for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical emergencies; geography: United States; cost/eligibility: emergency response; emergency limit: call only for emergencies, not routine referrals or cleanup. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Emergency services — 911

Call 911 if someone faces immediate danger, a fire, or a medical emergency. If safe, tell responders about access barriers, mobility needs, animals, or hazards in the home.

Role: emotional, mental-health, and substance-use crisis support; geography: United States, including New Mexico; cost/eligibility: free call, text, or chat, 24/7; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch—call 911 for immediate physical danger or urgent medical help. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 for confidential support during emotional distress. You can describe what is happening and ask about options without agreeing to a particular service.

Role: statewide behavioral-health crisis and access line; geography: New Mexico; cost/eligibility: the state lists free, confidential 24/7 support; emergency limit: call 911 for immediate danger or urgent medical response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico Crisis and Access Line

Call to discuss behavioral-health crisis support and access options. Ask what is available at your location; a call does not guarantee an in-person response or placement.

Role: poison and hazardous-exposure guidance; geography: United States; cost/eligibility: free expert help; emergency limit: call 911 for collapse, seizure, trouble breathing, or inability to wake. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Poison Control

Call for possible ingestion, chemical exposure, or an unknown substance. Have the product container available if safe; do not touch unknown hazardous material to gather information.

Role: reports and protective-services information for vulnerable adults; geography: New Mexico; cost/eligibility: assessment and response depend on circumstances; emergency limit: call 911 for immediate danger. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico Adult Protective Services

Contact the state if an adult may be experiencing abuse, neglect, exploitation, or serious self-neglect. A report does not guarantee a particular intervention, housing placement, or cleanup service.

Role: child safety reporting and intake; geography: New Mexico; cost/eligibility: response depends on assessment; emergency limit: call 911 for immediate danger. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico child abuse and neglect reporting

Use the state reporting line for non-emergency child-safety concerns. For immediate danger, call 911 rather than waiting for an online response.

Role: domestic-violence survivor advocacy and shelter pathway; geography: Otero County area; cost/eligibility: survivor-specific intake and capacity—confirm safe contact and current availability; emergency limit: not general shelter or 911 dispatch. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

COPE — survivor services

COPE lists advocacy and shelter support for people affected by domestic violence. Use a safe phone or device if communications may be monitored, and confirm eligibility and capacity before travel.

Role: statewide behavioral-health crisis and access information; geography: New Mexico; cost/eligibility: confirm current no-cost access and availability; emergency limit: call 911 for immediate danger or urgent medical response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico Crisis and Access Line — service details

The state crisis line can help discuss next steps. A hotline call does not promise mobile response, transport, admission, or a shelter bed.

Role: hospital emergency department for urgent medical evaluation; geography: Alamogordo; cost/eligibility: emergency care and billing depend on circumstances and coverage; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate life-threatening danger or when safe transport is not possible. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

CHRISTUS Southern New Mexico emergency department

CHRISTUS lists hospital and emergency services in Alamogordo. This is not a routine hoarding-support or cleanup service; call 911 when emergency transport is needed.

People and practical help

Housing, food, care, transportation, and ongoing support

These listings connect the local community with housing, food, behavioral health, benefits, transit, survivor advocacy, disability support, peer support, and practical resources. Ask about current availability, cost, scope, consent, and safety before relying on them.

Role: county navigation page linking health, food, housing, and human-services directories; geography: Otero County; cost/eligibility: each listed program sets its own rules and availability; emergency limit: not crisis or emergency dispatch. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Otero County Community Resources

Start here for county-linked NMHealth, food-resource, Share New Mexico, and 100% Otero directories. The county disclaims endorsement and editorial control; verify each provider and current details directly.

Role: county-published directory for medical, behavioral-health, food, senior, and support resources; geography: Otero County, with Alamogordo as the default location in the guide; cost/eligibility: listings are not guarantees—verify current details; emergency limit: call 911 for immediate danger. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Otero County Resource Guide (May 2025)

Useful as a starting directory, but the guide was updated in May 2025. Confirm that each service, phone number, schedule, and eligibility rule is still current before relying on it.

Role: county information and seat verification; geography: Otero County; cost/eligibility: public information; emergency limit: not a response or referral service. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Otero County — identify the county seat

Otero County's FAQ identifies Alamogordo as the county seat. County government pages also link public health, food, housing, and transportation resources.

Role: public-health programs including family planning, immunization, WIC, harm reduction, testing, and health promotion; geography: Alamogordo/Otero; cost/eligibility: program-specific; call to confirm appointment and eligibility; emergency limit: not urgent or emergency care. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico Department of Health — Otero Public Health Office

The state lists the office at 1207 E. 8th Street in Alamogordo and asks people to verify hours. Services and walk-in availability can vary; call before traveling.

Role: adult outpatient counseling, weekday intensive outpatient treatment, and medication management; geography: Alamogordo; cost/eligibility: confirm clinical fit, insurance, fees, intake, and openings; emergency limit: outpatient program is not emergency dispatch. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic — Behavioral & Mental Health

CHRISTUS lists adult behavioral-health services at 2351 25th Street, Complex B. Call to confirm current program fit and intake. Hoarding-specific expertise was not verified.

Role: community counseling and social-service pathway; geography: Alamogordo/Otero region—confirm service area; cost/eligibility: ask about fit, insurance, fees, and intake; emergency limit: not crisis dispatch. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

The Counseling Center

The provider describes counseling and community services. Ask whether the service matches your needs and whether appointments are available; no hoarding-specific specialty was verified.

Role: community health-center primary and behavioral-health access point; geography: Alamogordo; cost/eligibility: confirm current services, insurance, sliding-fee availability, and intake; emergency limit: not emergency care. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Presbyterian Medical Services — Alamogordo Family Health Center

The May 2025 county directory lists PMS services in Alamogordo. Confirm current location, behavioral-health scope, fees, and appointment availability directly.

Role: community medical and behavioral-health care; geography: southern New Mexico—confirm the nearest Otero service location; cost/eligibility: ask about payment, insurance, fees, and program rules; emergency limit: not emergency response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Ben Archer Health Center

The county directory includes Ben Archer among regional health resources. Contact the center to confirm an Otero location, current behavioral-health access, and patient intake.

Role: peer and family mental-health education/support navigation; geography: southern New Mexico—confirm Otero group availability; cost/eligibility: ask about current group costs and registration; emergency limit: not a crisis line or clinical provider. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

NAMI Southern New Mexico

The county guide points to NAMI Southern New Mexico for family support. Confirm current meeting format, location, and eligibility; support groups are not hoarding-specific treatment.

Role: county assistance pathway for eligible qualifying medical bills; geography: Otero County; cost/eligibility: ordinance, income/resource, provider, and filing deadlines apply—confirm directly; emergency limit: not health insurance or emergency care. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Otero County Healthcare Assistance Program

The county says an application generally must be filed within 75 days of discharge or the bill event. Review current rules and contact the county promptly; assistance is not guaranteed.

Role: community initiative and links across vital services; geography: Otero County; cost/eligibility: directory/referral information only; each program sets its own terms; emergency limit: not emergency response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

100% Otero — community resource navigation

Use the county-linked directory to explore local services. A countywide initiative or directory listing does not guarantee direct assistance, funding, eligibility, or an open slot.

Role: searchable nonprofit and human-services directory; geography: New Mexico, including Otero listings; cost/eligibility: confirm each agency's current intake, fees, and eligibility; emergency limit: not crisis response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Share New Mexico — Otero resources

Search for local housing, food, health, and family supports. Directory presence is not confirmation of current service or availability; contact each organization directly.

Role: county navigation to food distribution and nutrition resources; geography: Otero County; cost/eligibility: schedules, service area, and eligibility vary; confirm current availability; emergency limit: not emergency response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Otero County food-resource links

The county links food resources and Share New Mexico. Call ahead about days, documentation, service area, and current supply; older directories may have changed.

Role: county extension education and community information; geography: Otero County; cost/eligibility: ask about current programs and any fees; emergency limit: not crisis or emergency response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

NMSU Cooperative Extension — Otero County

The May 2025 county resource guide points residents to NMSU Extension food and nutrition information. Confirm current local programs and schedules rather than relying on an older pantry list.

Role: application and information for food assistance; geography: New Mexico residents; cost/eligibility: income and household rules apply; current eligibility is determined by the state; emergency limit: not immediate food distribution. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico Health Care Authority — SNAP

Apply or review program rules through the state. Approval and benefit amounts are not guaranteed; ask about application help if forms or access are a barrier.

Role: energy-bill assistance application pathway; geography: New Mexico; cost/eligibility: income, funding, season, and household rules apply; confirm current application status; emergency limit: not utility emergency dispatch. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico Health Care Authority — LIHEAP

The state lists energy assistance among its programs. Funding windows and eligibility can change; contact HCA or a local navigator before relying on payment assistance.

Role: state health-coverage information and enrollment pathway; geography: New Mexico; cost/eligibility: state eligibility and managed-care rules apply; emergency limit: not a provider or emergency service. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico Medicaid / Turquoise Care

Review current coverage options and ask a plan about behavioral-health benefits, in-network providers, and transportation before scheduling.

Role: public and affordable housing information; geography: eastern New Mexico—confirm Otero programs and current service area; cost/eligibility: waitlists, income rules, and openings vary; emergency limit: not shelter or guaranteed placement. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Eastern Regional Housing Authority

The City links housing resources, including regional housing information. Contact the authority directly to verify whether it serves your address and whether any application or waiting list is open.

Role: federal housing-resource and program navigation; geography: New Mexico; cost/eligibility: each housing program has its own eligibility and availability; emergency limit: not an emergency shelter placement service. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

HUD — New Mexico housing resources

Use HUD's state page to find housing counseling and program information. It does not confirm that a local unit or voucher is currently available.

Role: city links for utilities, waste services, and area information; geography: Alamogordo; cost/eligibility: city services and linked programs have separate rules; confirm address eligibility; emergency limit: not emergency response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

City of Alamogordo — Relocation Resources

The City page gathers useful local links. Its Chamber THRIVE guide is designed for military families; verify whether other listed resources apply to your situation.

Role: public transit for local trips and connections; geography: Alamogordo and listed regional routes; cost/eligibility: check current schedule, fare, stop, accessibility, and holiday details; emergency limit: not emergency transportation. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Z-Trans — Alamogordo fixed routes

Z-Trans lists city routes and connections toward Holloman, Las Cruces, and Mescalero. The agency says current fixed routes operate weekdays; verify route-specific days, times, stops, and service alerts before travel.

Role: route-specific transit schedule information; geography: Z-Trans service region; cost/eligibility: confirm fare, stop, holiday schedule, and current service alerts; emergency limit: not emergency transportation. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Z-Trans — current route schedules

Check the agency's route pages before planning a clinic or resource trip; schedules can change and a route does not guarantee a connection to every service.

Role: ADA complementary paratransit eligibility and ride information; geography: defined Z-Trans service area—verify address and destinations; cost/eligibility: application, reservation, and fare rules apply; emergency limit: not emergency transport. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Z-Trans — paratransit rider guide

The agency publishes a February 2026 rider guide. Confirm eligibility, pickup zone, advance notice, hours, and current fare directly before relying on a ride.

Role: civil legal information and possible legal representation; geography: statewide, subject to program coverage; cost/eligibility: income, case type, capacity, and intake rules apply; emergency limit: not emergency response or legal advice by this directory listing. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico Legal Aid

Ask about housing, benefits, consumer, or family-law issues and whether the organization can take the matter. Representation is not guaranteed.

Role: court information, filings, and public court services; geography: Otero County; cost/eligibility: filing and case rules vary; contact the court or legal aid for guidance; emergency limit: not legal counsel or crisis response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Twelfth Judicial District Court — Otero County

The Twelfth Judicial District serves Otero and Lincoln Counties. Use the Court's official page for the Alamogordo location and procedural information; staff do not provide legal advice.

Role: aging, caregiver, and long-term-services information; geography: New Mexico; cost/eligibility: program and age/disability rules vary; confirm assessment and availability; emergency limit: not emergency response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services

Ask about aging services, caregiver support, and local referrals. Availability and program eligibility depend on the service and location.

Role: older-adult meals, information, and community activities; geography: Alamogordo and surrounding area; cost/eligibility: services generally require age 60, with spouse exceptions—confirm each program's current rules; emergency limit: not emergency care. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Alamo Senior Center

The City lists services, activities, and meals for eligible older adults at 2201 Puerto Rico Avenue. Verify current hours, program availability, and any meal requirements before visiting.

Role: public library access to information, technology, and community programming; geography: Alamogordo; cost/eligibility: library-card and program policies apply; confirm current hours; emergency limit: not crisis response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Alamogordo Public Library

The City lists library services at 920 Oregon Avenue. Contact the library about current hours, computer access, and programs; it does not provide case management or clinical care.

Role: municipal utility account and billing information; geography: eligible Alamogordo service addresses; cost/eligibility: deposits, bills, assistance, and service rules vary by address; emergency limit: not emergency response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

City of Alamogordo Utilities

Contact the City to confirm whether an address receives municipal water/sewer service and ask about current billing or payment procedures. Utility service is not countywide.

Role: municipal trash, recycling, and waste-service information; geography: eligible City service addresses; cost/eligibility: address, item, pickup, and fee rules vary; confirm directly; emergency limit: not in-home cleanup. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

City of Alamogordo Solid Waste

The City states Southwest Disposal serves City collection addresses and oversized pickup must be scheduled. Verify jurisdiction, accepted materials, service rules, and cost; these services do not include sorting or in-home removal.

Role: self-haul disposal of approved materials; geography: City facility with resident/authorized-user and contractor rules; cost/eligibility: material acceptance and fees vary—call first; emergency limit: not household cleanup labor or hazardous-waste handling. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Alamogordo Collection Center Transfer Station

The City lists a transfer station at 224 Lavelle Road. Users must transport materials themselves; hours, fees, access, accepted items, and wind closures can change. Call before loading or traveling.

Role: county information about recycling and disposal locations; geography: Otero County outside or across municipal boundaries; cost/eligibility: site, material, access, and fee rules vary; confirm first; emergency limit: not in-home removal. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Otero County recycling and solid-waste locations

Otero County links recycling and solid-waste collection-center information. Do not assume Alamogordo City pickup rules apply to an unincorporated or other municipal address.

Role: regional landfill information for permitted waste streams; geography: Otero County region; cost/eligibility: call about waste type, loads, commercial status, fees, and hours; emergency limit: not a household pickup or cleanup provider. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Otero-Greentree Regional Landfill

New Mexico emergency-management guidance lists the landfill near Alamogordo. Confirm current access and acceptance directly; do not transport unknown chemicals, sharps, or hazardous materials without instructions.

Role: child and family services information and protective-services pathways; geography: New Mexico; cost/eligibility: program intake and response are case-specific; emergency limit: call 911 for immediate danger. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department

Use the state site to review family-service and child-safety pathways. A referral does not guarantee a specific service or outcome.

Role: state behavioral-health program and access information; geography: New Mexico; cost/eligibility: program rules, provider capacity, and payer coverage vary; confirm directly; emergency limit: use 988 or 911 as appropriate. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico behavioral-health services information

Review statewide behavioral-health information and ask about local access. This directory page does not verify a specific clinician's availability or hoarding specialty.

Role: county contact directory for public services; geography: Otero County; cost/eligibility: department-specific; confirm address jurisdiction, hours, and procedures; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Otero County government departments

Use county department contacts to ask which government handles an address or service. City and county waste, utilities, housing, and public-health rules are not interchangeable.

Role: county information about regional behavioral-health planning and identified service priorities; geography: Region 12/Otero, Lincoln, and Mescalero partners; cost/eligibility: planning does not guarantee funded services or openings; emergency limit: not crisis response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Otero County — Behavioral Health Reform planning

The county describes intergovernmental planning for housing, behavioral-health continuum, crisis response, and family supports. These are planning priorities, not a promise that a new program is currently available.

Role: county navigation for medical, behavioral-health, housing, dental, food, transit, and education links; geography: Otero County; cost/eligibility: verify with each program; emergency limit: not crisis dispatch. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Otero County — Find community resources

Use county links as a starting point and check details with each organization. The county states that external links are for convenience and are not endorsements.

Role: official contact directory for city utilities, waste, and public works; geography: City of Alamogordo; cost/eligibility: confirm service address and current fees; emergency limit: not emergency response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Alamogordo City directory

Find City departments and phone numbers, then ask whether your address and request fall under City service. This does not determine county or private-provider rules.

Role: state utility-regulation and consumer information; geography: New Mexico; cost/eligibility: rules depend on utility and service; confirm provider-specific options; emergency limit: not a utility repair dispatch service. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico Public Regulation Commission — utility information

Use the state commission to find utility consumer information and regulated-utility contacts. Municipal utilities may have different oversight; verify the provider for your address.

Role: county-curated links to local support directories; geography: Otero County; cost/eligibility: each listed organization sets its own rules and capacity; emergency limit: not emergency response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Otero County — public health, housing, and food navigation

The County Community Resources page links multiple directories rather than guaranteeing any service. Ask each organization about current operation, area served, documents, and openings.

Role: state online gateway for public-assistance applications; geography: New Mexico; cost/eligibility: household and program rules apply; application processing and approval are not guaranteed; emergency limit: not immediate food or shelter placement. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico Health Care Authority — assistance portal

Use the state portal to review applications and benefits, or ask a navigator for help with access. Keep copies of notices and confirm deadlines directly with the agency.

Role: job-search, workforce, and unemployment information; geography: New Mexico; cost/eligibility: program-specific; verify eligibility and service availability; emergency limit: not income replacement guaranteed. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions

Review state employment and workforce services. Benefits and training access depend on current program criteria and individual circumstances.

Role: county law-enforcement contact and public-safety information; geography: Otero County; cost/eligibility: service varies by jurisdiction and situation; emergency limit: call 911 for emergencies. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Otero County Sheriff's Office

For non-emergency county public-safety questions, use the official county contact page. City addresses may be served by a different department; use 911 for immediate danger.

Role: statewide referral navigation for basic needs; geography: New Mexico; cost/eligibility: referral only, not a funding or placement guarantee; emergency limit: not 911 or crisis response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

New Mexico 211 — housing and basic-needs referrals

Ask about currently operating local housing, food, transportation, and utility resources. Confirm every referral's eligibility and openings directly.

Role: nutrition support for qualifying women, infants, and children; geography: Otero County; cost/eligibility: WIC eligibility and appointment rules apply; emergency limit: not general emergency food distribution. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Otero County Health Office — WIC

The state lists WIC at the Otero Public Health Office. Call to confirm current intake, hours, and eligibility before visiting.

Role: municipal information about Alamogordo services and history; geography: City of Alamogordo; cost/eligibility: public information; city programs may be address-limited; emergency limit: not emergency response. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

City of Alamogordo — city seat and community information

Use official City links to learn about local departments and public services. Confirm whether your address is inside the City service boundary before relying on municipal programs.

Role: county link hub for community service directories; geography: Otero County; cost/eligibility: each service determines eligibility and current availability; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Otero County — food, health, and housing directory hub

The county page brings together resource links and includes a non-endorsement notice. Treat linked content as leads to verify, not as a county guarantee.

Role: county emergency-preparedness and hazard information; geography: Otero County; cost/eligibility: public information; response depends on incident and conditions; emergency limit: call 911 for immediate danger. | Role: independent starting points and public/community resources, not endorsements; geography: Alamogordo and/or Otero County unless a listing says otherwise; cost/eligibility: confirm current fees, coverage, intake, and eligibility; emergency limit: use 911 for immediate danger, fire, or urgent medical help, not routine cleanup or referrals.

Otero County Emergency Management

Use county emergency-management information for preparedness and official notices. It is not a routine referral or home cleanout service.

A note from the Alliance

Start with the person. Then decide what the situation needs.

This guide is anchored in Alamogordo, New Mexico, and includes city, county, state, nonprofit, national, and independent pathways. A listing here does not mean Fight the Blight endorses every provider or can guarantee availability. The Hoarding Alliance is not a city or county agency, therapy practice, emergency service, or cleanup company. We will keep reviewing this page, but please confirm details directly before relying on them.

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