March 24, 2026
Albuquerque’s First Young Adult Housing and Treatment Center Set to Open
A first-of-its-kind shelter for young adults ages 18 to 25 is opening in Albuquerque. The Gateway Young Adult Center, located near San Mateo and I-40, will provide housing, job training, life skills, and support for up to 41 young people experiencing homelessness. YDI will operate the facility and assist in selecting residents through city referrals. City leaders recently hosted a housewarming event to gather donations and celebrate the milestone after four years of planning.
City of Albuquerque opens $17 million transitional housing facility for homeless youth
Albuquerque’s first transitional housing facility for young adults ages 18 to 24 has officially opened. The Gateway Young Adult Housing Navigation Center, located on San Mateo and Cutler NE, will provide housing, case management, and life skills training for up to 41 residents. Operated by YDI, the program offers a 90-day stay with support to help youth reenroll in school, find jobs, and build stability. Community members recently celebrated the milestone with a housewarming event, donating items to make the new residents feel at home. A second phase of renovation will expand capacity to 91 beds.
March 24, 2026