The Life Link believes stable, permanent housing is essential for people to become integral members of a community. Acting on our beliefs, we are a community leader in advocacy for the improvement of supported housing and coordinated behavioral health services for the citizens of New Mexico.
Acting in accordance with the guiding principles of New Mexico’s Behavioral Health Purchasing Collaborative , The Life Link is Santa Fe’s largest provider of permanent housing for formerly homeless individuals and families. Currently we provide 93 supportive housing units in the city for our clients:
La Luz provides 24 permanent supportive housing units for those needing both independence and structure as they work on recovery from mental illness and substance abuse. La Luz provides an atmosphere of empowerment through the development of mutually respectful relationships with staff and peers. Requirements include meeting with community support workers, counselors and employment staff to develop and maintain individualized treatment plans.
For more information call 438-0010.
Casa Milagro is a 12 unit therapeutic group home offering long-term housing for mentally ill adults. Full time supervision and medication monitoring are provided. Each resident is responsible for a share of maintenance and housekeeping chores, including meal preparation. Casa Milagro provides holistic support services that focus on physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellness. In addition, each resident attends a class at the community college to continue formal learning.
For more information, contact:
Meryl Lieberman at 505-474-7684
Integrated Community Housing: The Life Link provides rental assistance for 57 different housing units in the Santa Fe area for persons who have been previously homeless and diagnosed with mental illness. Housing assistance is provided in conjunction with auxiliary Life Link services, including comprehensive community support services, and other services on an as-requested basis.
For more information, contact:
Maria Rosina Martinez, 505-438-0010 x 0052
PLEASE NOTE:
To view or save a copy of the related document, “New Mexico Behavioral Health Purchasing Collaborative Long Range Supportive Housing Plan” in PDF form, please click here
