COMMUNITY RESOURCES

2-1-1 Colorado: Streamlines services and provides one central location where all Coloradans can get connected to the resources they need. 2-1-1 is a confidential and multilingual service connecting people to vital resources across the state.

National Domestic Violence Hotline: (800) 799-7233
If you cannot speak safely, visit thehotline.org
Family Tree Crisis Line: (303) 420-6752
Violence Free Colorado
Adult Protection Hotline: (303) 271-4673 – For reports regarding the health and wellbeing of adults 18 and older who may be at risk for abuse or exploitation.

PEAK – Aid to those in need/people with a disability provides cash assistance to eligible Colorado residents. Individuals must be ages 18 to 59, determined disabled by a medical doctor, and be unable to work for a minimum of 6 months; participants must apply for Social Security benefits (PEAK is NOT part of Medicaid).
Vocational Rehab – Provides services to those with a disability so they can reach their employment goals.

Telehealth – Information on telehealth and nurselines
Health First Colorado (Medicaid)
Health Insurance Assistance
Medicare Savings Plan – The Medicare Savings Program helps individuals with limited income and resources pay for some or all Medicare premiums and may also pay Medicare deductibles and co-insurance.

Wounded Warrior Project – A VA-accredited organization to help you navigate the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Defense (DoD).
Colorado Veterans Project – List of veteran resources.
List of Veteran Mental Health Trainings.

SNAP Program – Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program provides nutrition assistance for eligible, low-income individuals and families:
- Adams County
- Arapahoe County
Hunger Free Colorado Food Finder (or call the Food Resource Hotline at 1 (855) 855-4626)

Childcare Assistance Program – Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) provides financial assistance to eligible low-income families who need child care benefits for children from birth to age 12 or children with additional care needs under the age of 19.
Colorado Works TANF – Colorado Works, also known as Colorado’s Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program, provides financial assistance, job preparation and work opportunities to needy families with children on a temporary basis, to achieve economic and family stability. The amount of financial aid provided is based on family size and income.
Foster/Kinship Care – Jefferson, Arapahoe, and Douglas counties have resources for foster care families, placements, and kinship care.
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) – Advocates for abused and neglected children to provide them safe and stable homes.

Transgender Center of the Rockies – Resources and community for Transgender youth and adults.
The Denver Element – LGBTQ+ resources and support located in Denver, Colorado.
The Center on Colfax – LGBTQ+ resources and events based in Denver, Colorado.

Substance Abuse National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357
Denver Health Addiction Services – Ranges from adolescent addiction help to a detox facility.
Colorado Wellness Recovery – Mental wellness and addiction recovery.

Home Care Allowance – Home Care Allowance provides cash assistance to elderly and disabled individuals for services paid directly to a home care provider of the client’s choice. The home care provider assists the client with daily activities like bathing, dressing, transfers, and supportive services such as money/appointment management (eligibility based on age and severity of need).
Nursing Home Neglect – If you or a loved one is experiencing nursing home neglect or abuse, click on this link for help.
Medicare Part D – Medicare assistance and resources.