by Kim North | Jun 9, 2020 | AOC, News
The Albuquerque Opportunity Center’s Bed Reservation Line will be operational during designated hours. Previously, the line stayed open only during the daytime hours. Heading Home aims to eliminate as many barriers as possible when it comes to accessing emergency...
by Kim North | May 27, 2020 | News
On March 27, 2020, the U.S. House and Senate passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. There are 3 big changes that you should be aware of. As always, we recommend that you talk to your tax professional for more information. Cash Gifts –...
by Kim North | May 27, 2020 | News
In observance of Memorial Day, we had a picnic at one of our temporary community center shelters. All of the food was cooked by one of the Pathways Navigators Guillermina Osoria. This is just one of the many things the Pathways Navigators have done for our shelter...
by Kim North | May 27, 2020 | News
Our ABQ StreetConnect team along with outreach team assistance from HopeWorks, Albuquerque Healthcare for the Homeless, and First Nations Community HealthSource have distributed 300 hygiene kits to unsheltered individuals around Albuquerque. We are grateful to the...
by Kim North | Apr 22, 2020 | Events, News
Despite the COVID-19 outbreak our ABQ StreetConnect team has continued to help people experiencing homelessness throughout Albuquerque who are the highest utilizers of emergency services. The team has been continuing to provide assistance to clients on a personal...
by Kim North | Mar 24, 2020 | News
During this COVID-19 Outbreak, our shelters are remaining open and active while other supportive services for our clients served through outreach and those who are housed will continue at a reduced level. If you are at home and are looking for ways to support us, look...
by Kim North | Mar 16, 2020 | News
In this time of challenge, Heading Home is proud of our community’s proactive response to COVID-19 safety measures. We are working closely with the City of Albuquerque administration and our partners to protect the health of people experiencing homelessness. Heading...
by Kim North | Mar 13, 2020 | News
Heading Home is part of a concerted effort to mitigate COVID-19 infection. Our primary aim is to keep both our clients and staff safely supported at this time, and to ensure that protocols are in place should anyone need testing, self-monitoring isolation, or...
by Kim North | Mar 4, 2020 | News
University of New Mexico medical students gave free eye exams and glasses to more than 20 AOC guests in February. They were with the Community Vision Project, which trains first-year students through hands-on engagement with diverse populations. The students were just...
by Kim North | Mar 4, 2020 | Events, News
Thank you to the Albuquerque Police Department Cadet Class 121 Team 1! This group spent a Saturday morning doing a deep clean of the Albuquerque Opportunity Center and our outreach vans. We appreciate you and your willingness to help while learning about homelessness...
