Sierra County

Local offices in Sierra County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Housing help · City office

  Truth or Consequences Housing Authority

  108 S. Cedar Street, Truth or Consequences, NM 87901

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental assistanceApply for housing assistance for eligible households, seniors, and people with disabilities.Apply online
  Call 575-894-2244DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on torchousing.org

• Local office · Regional office

  New Mexico 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to get connected with local help for needs such as food, housing, health care, and utility bills.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on unitedwayenm.org

• Public health · State office

  Sierra County Public Health Office

  201 E. 4th Street, Truth or Consequences, NM 87901

  Help here

  • Public health and immunizationsGet public health services and information about vaccines for children.
  • WICAsk the clinic about WIC nutrition services and eligibility.
  Call 575-894-2716DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nmhealth.org

• Older adults · Regional office

  Non-Metro Area Agency on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging servicesGet connected to services for older adults and their caregivers in Sierra County.
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nonmetroaaa.com

• State office

  Truth or Consequences CYFD Office

  161 New School Road, Truth or Consequences, NM 87901

  Help here

  • Child and family servicesContact the office for local Children, Youth and Families Department services.
  Call 575-894-3414DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cyfd.nm.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Sierra County Emergency Management

  1712 N. Date, Suite D, Truth or Consequences, NM 87901

  Help here

  • Emergency information and preparednessGet emergency alerts and information about preparing for local hazards.
  Call 575-894-6215DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sierraco.org

• Jobs and training · State office

  America's Job Center - Sierra County

  1705 N. Date Street, Truth or Consequences, NM 87901

  Help here

  • Job search and workforce helpGet help looking for work, building job skills, or connecting with employment services.Apply online
  Call 575-956-9200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on employnm.com

• State office

  Truth or Consequences Motor Vehicle Division

  163 New School Road, Truth or Consequences, NM 87901

  Help here

  • Motor vehicle servicesVisit for driver and motor vehicle services offered at this MVD location.
  Call 888-683-4636DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mvd.newmexico.gov

Sierra County Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Sierra County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Sierra County

• Elephant Butte
• Truth or Consequences
• Williamsburgnot checked yet

New Mexico programs by kind of help

These are run by New Mexico and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026