Crisis response and safety planning
Fast response, safety planning and stabilization when a survivor first reaches out.
Since 2009, The Life Link has run New Mexico's only comprehensive aftercare program for survivors of sex and labor trafficking. We meet survivors quickly, keep them safe, and stay with them for as long as they need us.
FY2026 is July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
Survivors decide the pace and direction of their own recovery. There is no set discharge date, and services do not depend on cooperating with law enforcement. That freedom is what makes it safe to come forward.
Our advocates include Certified Peer Support Workers, one of them a survivor. They work alongside therapists, prescribers, housing staff and legal partners across the state so that a survivor can find a full circle of support in one place.
Fast response, safety planning and stabilization when a survivor first reaches out.
Help navigating courts, agencies and benefits, including court accompaniment.
Individual and group counseling, plus psychiatric and substance use treatment.
Transitional and emergency housing dedicated to survivors, with ongoing housing support.
Connections to civil legal services, food, clothing, emergency supplies and benefits.
Job readiness, employment support and life skills for a new start.
A drop-in space where survivors can connect with advocates and with each other.
A text sent in a moment of privacy can be the difference between help and continued exploitation.
Help never depends on talking to police or pressing charges.
Survivors stay in care as long as they need it.
Close coordination with law enforcement, legal and health partners across New Mexico.
Call or text 505-GET-FREE (505-438-3733). Survivors, family members, and professionals can all reach out.
Where: Saint Michael's Building, 2000 St. Michael's Drive, with services statewide
New to The Life Link? You can walk in for Treat First onboarding, no appointment needed.
For nearly 40 years, The Life Link has reached the neighbors other systems miss. Your gift helps keep this work going.