Deming Silver Linings
Our Mission:
To serve the needs of homeless people in Luna County, NM, improving their lives and providing avenues to self-sufficiency;
To develop, update regularly, and disseminate a resource list of services currently available to the homeless in Luna County;
To regularly convene gatherings of service providers and others concerned about the homeless;
And to actively encourage collaboration with other organizations in the region to further the stated purposes of Deming Silver Linings.
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Deming Silver Linings formed in November 2016 when a group of concerned citizens gathered to address the issues of homelessness in Deming and Luna County.
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In May 2017 we gained our 501(c)3 status.
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At the same time we began a twice weekly (Wed and Sat) distribution of non-perishable food and beverages, personal care items, and gently used clothing.
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We have a 24 hour accessible port-a-john and a seasonal outdoor shower.
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Beginning in May 2018 we will serve a hot mid-day meal on Tuesdays and Thursdays with plans to expand to daily hot meals.
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The biggest need is still safe and sustainable housing.
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We support the "Housing First" model which advocates providing a safe and personal space for homeless persons first, then providing needed services and counseling.