Kewa House Emergency Youth Shelter

A Safe Haven for Native American Youth Across New Mexico

The Kewa House Emergency Youth Shelter is a tribally licensed Program serving Native American youth, from the Northern and Southern Pueblos, Mescalero/Jicarilla and Navajo Nation with in the Boundaries of New Mexico. Providing a Culturally Relevant Approach, Kewa House strives to promote a sense of Belonging, Hope and instill Empowerment within our Native Youth.

Mission Statement

The mission of Kewa House Emergency Youth Shelter is to provide every resident with a safe, healthy home environment, that is spiritually and culturally relevant, to encourage, protect and maintain the traditional values of family and community. Kewa House will continue to foster and enhance individual, family and community functioning through:

  • Encouragement and support of cultural/traditional beliefs
  • Supportive Counseling Services
  • Positive alternative activities (educational and recreational)
  • Collaboration with community and outside resources.
  • In-house presentation/ workshops
  • Housing options for youth ages 0-17

Vision Statement

Kewa House (EYS) strives to provide safe, confidential, user-friendly and efficient services. Youth are our number one priority. Kewa House continually seeks to improve the quality of services and Enhance Coordinated Services between Tribal and Non-Tribal Resources through communication, with all Native American tribes and programs within the State of New Mexico.

NOTICE

Kewa House will not accept youth who are intoxicated or under the influence of any type of chemical substance, danger to self, and sexual perpetrators. Actively suicidal youth may be accepted on a case by case basis pending evaluation/assessment.

What We Offer

  • Temporary Emergency Shelter for Youth (Ages 0–17) Providing a secure, supportive, and home-like environment for youth during periods of crisis.
  • Culturally Relevant Care Our services honor and reflect traditional Native values, beliefs, and practices.
    Prevention & Intervention Programs Activities designed to help youth heal, grow, and make healthy life choices rooted in culture and community.
  • Supportive Environment Youth are supported by trained staff committed to their safety, well-being, and long-term success.
  • Counseling Services Youth have access to licensed mental health professionals for individual counseling, group therapy, and emotional support tailored to their needs.
  • Academic Support We work closely with schools to ensure educational continuity and provide a structured environment that supports learning and growth.

Admission Documents

A case review is required for all admissions. Referrals made must have the following documentation included with the admission packet.

  • Covid-19 Rapid Test result Documentation
  • Vaccination card
  • Medical Clearance
  • Copy of Certificate of Indian Blood, Birth or Baptismal Certificate,
  • Copy of Social Security (SS) card or Document showing SS #,
  • Copy of Insurance Medicaid card
  • Copy of update Immunization Record
  • Court Document

Download the Kewa House Intake Application

Self-Referrals:
We welcome self-referrals and encourage individuals to reach out; however, all self-referrals must meet our established criteria and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis through a required intake interview.

Location:

9 Cedar Tree Park
Santo Domingo Pueblo
New Mexico 87052

Mailing address:
P.O. Box 399
Santo Domingo, NM 87052

Contact:
Office Number: (505) 585-0114
Kewa House Manager: (505) 220-1546