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Programs in New Mexico
New Mexico programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions
Unemployment Insurance
Unemployment Insurance provides temporary benefits to eligible workers who lose work through no fault of their own.
Ways to apply:OnlinePhone
New Mexico Workers’ Compensation Administration
Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ compensation provides benefits and services for workers injured on the job.
Ways to apply:OnlinePhonePaperIn person
New Mexico Department of Health
Vital Records and Health Statistics
The bureau issues eligible applicants certified New Mexico birth and death records.
Ways to apply:OnlinePhonePaperIn person
New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department
Motor Vehicle Division driver licenses and identification cards
The Motor Vehicle Division issues New Mexico driver licenses and state identification cards.
Ways to apply:OnlineIn person
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal programs
These work the same in every state. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Social Security Administration
Replace a Social Security card
Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Request it online with a my Social Security account, or visit or call Social Security. It is always free.
Checked on October 9, 2026
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Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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