GOOD SHEPHERD CENTER
Respect for All Peoples Since 1951
218 Iron St. SW, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102
Welcome!
We are the Good Shepherd Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where hospitality is expressed to our homeless and less fortunate guests according to the goal of our founder, Brother Mathias: "Charity Unlimited" through addiction recovery, medical shelter, food, and clothing for those in need since 1951.
We strive to serve, with respect and compassion, the most vulnerable in our community by providing sustainable resources, services, and programs that meet the most basic needs.
Update on COVID-19 Response 1/10/2022:
In order to safely minister to the vulnerable in our community, the following measures are in effect:
Overnight, long-term, and Medical Respite Care Services are open!
Clothing room is open!
Community Meals are open curbside!
Should the need arise, guests will self-quarantine as necessary to protect the health of all those working and residing at Good Shepherd Center.
Additional cleaning and health measures are in effect for all staff and guests.
We appreciate your support of Good Shepherd's Mission to help those most in need in Albuquerque!
Good Shepherd Center’s new Housing Reestablishment Program provides male guests with no or unsafe housing with three months of on-site resident preparation to reintegrate into the community. We will work with guests to find a safe and stable home and work toward skills to gain and maintain employment. All personal needs provided for in this program.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call Nate at (505) 243-2527 ext. 209.
What We Do
Our Services
Housing Reestablishment Program
Good Shepherd Center’s new Housing Reestablishment Program provides male guests with no or unsafe housing with three months of on-site resident preparation to reintegrate into the community. We will work with guests to find a safe and stable home and work toward skills to gain and maintain employment. All personal needs provided for in this program.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call Nate at (505) 243-2527 ext. 209.
Fresh Start Substance Abuse Recovery
A comprehensive in-house substance abuse recovery program of at least 6 months duration. Intake is throughout the week, Monday-Friday 9am-12 noon and 12:30-2 p.m.
Overnight and temporary shelter for men
Showers are available. Check-in at 6 p.m. Checkout at 7 a.m.
Respite beds
Respite beds for men recovering from illness or injury. Contact UNM Hospital or Healthcare for the Homeless for referrals.
Daily meals
These meals are open to everyone on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at 2 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. On Saturdays the meal is served at 11:30 a.m. to noon.
Men's clothing
Clothing is distributed 9 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and from 12:45 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. Thursday hours limited to 9 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Mail service
Monday through Fridays 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. pickup.
Referrals
Referrals for other community services available.
To Donate
The link above charges no fees for your donation through direct PayPal to PayPal transfer.
We accept all major credit cards and debit cards through the link below and your contribution is tax deductible.
If you would like to make a one time or recurring gift by credit card, in memory of a loved one, or leave a comment for us with your donation, please use the following link, no PayPal required:
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Our Mission and Vision
To serve, with respect and compassion, the most vulnerable in our community by providing sustainable resources, services, and programs that meet the most basic needs.
Our Values
Hospitality
Create an environment where people can feel welcomed, comfortable, understood, esteemed, and loved.
Respect
Recognize the richness of God’s gifts and His presence in every person regardless of age, situation in life, culture, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Quality
Work toward creating centers of excellence, fostering continuous improvement.
Responsibility
Encourage cooperation as a way of promoting standards of competence, efficiency, and accountability as we carry out our duties in the Mission.
Spirituality
Nurture a brighter, happier, and richer life in time of suffering and struggle; empowering confidence in living with joy.
God is Good
Get in Touch
218 Iron Avenue SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
P.O. Box 749, Albuquerque, NM 87103
Phone 505-243-2527
Fax 505-243-8267
But who am I, and what is my people, that we should be able thus to offer willingly? For all things come from you, and of your own have we given you.
1 Chronicles 29:14
News & Noteworthy
COVID-19 Response Update
COVID-19 closures are a thing of the past! All services are back to normal and available to the community.
Most employees have been vaccinated, including a booster, as have many of our long-term guests. Every vaccine protects both the patient and those around them. Thank you to the State of New Mexico for seeing that our congregate housing facility received vaccinations as quickly as possible to prevent rapid spread.
St. Patrick's Day Celebrations!
Our 71st Annual St. Patrick's Day Dinner is on for 2022!
After two years of COVID-19-induced pauses, we are proud to announce that we will be having a full dinner this upcoming year. The celebration will take place at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church on Saturday the 12th of March, just before St. Patrick's Day. As in past years, there will be food, games, and entertainment for all! Meals are available both as regular sit down eating as well as to-go orders for enjoying at your own table.
Tickets are available online and at the door.
For more information on how you can become a sponsor for the event, please contact Heather at 505-243-2527 ext 303.
Click play to see a story of one of our Fresh Start graduates
Our community
The Original Home of the Center
The clothing room at work.
AA Meeting for the Fresh Start Program
The Original Home of the Center
