Casa Lola

Casa Lola is for transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming New Mexico residents from anywhere in the state, who are 18 years or older. Not accepting couples, families, or pets (Registered Service Animals permitted, no Emotional Support Animals)

While we are not a clinical or treatment facility, Casa Lola is a program focused on supporting individuals ready to make significant life changes. If substance use is a barrier to reaching your goals, we are committed to helping you access the support you need—including referrals to in-patient treatment, medically assisted treatment (MAT), and other harm reduction resources through TGRCNM and our community partners.

Following the entry process (see below), program participants are required to:

• Complete their own activities of daily living (ADLs) 

• Participate in case navigation and other Casa Lola programming activities

• Attend trauma-informed therapy (individual & group)

• Adhere to the Participant Savings Policy through gainful employment and/or other verifiable income sources

• Contribute/complete 8 hours/month of community service

• Follow all Casa Lola participant guidelines and community expectations

These requirements are designed to support each participant’s stability, growth, and path toward sustainable independence.

Interested individuals must complete the following steps for consideration:

• Submit the online Interest Form (see below)

• When contacted about an interview you will be asked to thoughtfully complete the Participant Interview Take-Home Questions, demonstrating intent and self-reflection

• Participate in a series of Interviews with Casa Lola staff

• Complete a Long Form Application, which includes questions about personal identification, health history, and family/life background

• Participate in an Interview with current household participants to support communal alignment and shared understanding

This multi-step process is designed to ensure mutual fit and readiness for participation in the Casa Lola program.

Participants who are engaged and meet the requirements can stay up to 12 months