Local Resources

In an emergency, dial "911" from your phone immediately!

Suicide & Crisis Hotline

CALL 988 or TEXT 741741

CALL 866.455.5075 or TEXT "HELP" to 720.999.9724

Call 888-373-7888 or Text BE FREE (233-733)

BUDGETING | FINANCIAL RESOURCES: Learn how to manage your money, create a realistic budget, consolidate debt, build your credit and more credit.org Resources to help clients explore debt relief options, build stronger credit, and make informed financial & budgeting decisions with confidence. No-cost video downloads with quizzes and certifications and appointment options for those who wish to work with a financial counsellor. The Focus Pearl program uses many of the free resources available on credit.org including the FIT Academy - free "Financial Instructional Training Courses" teaches fundamentals of how debt works. Examples and practical tools in English and Spanish guide users through courses in "Debt Simplified", "Debt Resuce", "Smart Money 101" , "Wise Use of Credit", "Power of Paycheck Planning" "Identity Theft Protection", and others. PERSONAL FINANCE COACHING Boulder County Government Offices are open 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m for individual appointments; workshops are offered both during the day and in the evenings with the option of childcare. 720-564-2279, Option 1 https://bouldercounty.gov/families/financial/personal-finance-coaching/ RAMSEY SOLUTIONS https://www.ramseysolutions.com/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAtaOtBhCwARIsAN_x-3JKLcLLZ_mbULBWurNfsX-PxEZhPZ6TJ2mIRGUJiLd4cQAZcrZWWi4aAhF2EALw_wcB Website provides: Free Tools such as Debt Calculator and Assessment for FInancial Goal Setting Practical Advice via blogs and videos Tips on how to resolve debt, avoid payment plans,check credit, etc. Create your own account to create & manage your budget through the free Ramsey app “EveryDollar” https://www.ramseysolutions.com/ramseyplus/everydollar Much more FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH COUNSELING RESOURCE CENTER Counseling with a Christian perspective to help establish a working budget. Fees: none 1820 15th Street, Boulder | 303.402.6400 WORKFORCE BOULDER COUNTY FINANCIAL WORKSHOP No-cost, online or audio, offered in both English and Spanish https://bouldercounty.gov/departments/community-services/workforce-boulder-county/financial-workshops/ Topics include: Exploring My Financial Future Budgeting on a Small Income Thoughtful Money Management Organizing for Financial Management Communicating for FInancial Health Building a Banking Relationship Investing Basics Credit Reporting | Know the Facts | Understanding Credit Be Informed | Borrow Smart Pathways Out of Debt DEBT CONSOLIDATION CROWN FINANCIAL MINISTRIES Crown provides a long term solution for economic suffering, helping people all over the world understand who they are, what they have and how to best use both using proven biblical methods and resources. https://www.crown.org/ Website provides free tools, useful resources and a form to complete for a free 1:1 consultation and debt analysis. There is a cost for continued service & support. DEBT RELIEF OPTIONS FOR COLORADO RESIDENTS See if you qualify for debt relief at https://www.coloradodebtrelief.org FAITHWORKS FINANCIAL FaithWorks works closely with clients to help you eliminate debt and get on solid financial footing - quickly and conveniently. https://faithworksfinancial.org/about-us/ At first contact with the company, you will be connected with a Christian Debt Advisor - no Sales teams, no Customer Service lines - a friendly human for you to get to know and trust. Benefits: Immediate financial relief & flexibility by lowering monthly payments Reduce your overall debt Become debt-free in as little as 24-48 months Avoid bankruptcy No credit checks No hidden fees Secure and Confidential Start easily by completing a short form here: https://faithworksfinancial.org/about-us/

CHILDCARE | CHILD & YOUTH SERVICES : Find organizations that help! Includes Alternatives for Youth; Big Brothers & Sisters; CCAP; Fathers in the Field; Genesis; Head Start; Life Choices; WIC; YMCA/YWCA; Youth Mentoring, and more CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (CCAP) Financial assistance for eligible low-income families who need child care benefits for children from birth-12 years old. More information, eligibility requirements, and enrollment process at https://bouldercounty.gov/families/financial/child-care-assistance-program/ Boulder: 3460 Broadway Lafayette: 1755 S. Public Road Longmont; 515 Coffman Street HEAD START | WILD PLUM CENTER for Young Children & Families Early childhood education & developmental services for 0-4 year olds in low income families at 4 locations throughout Longmont. More information, eligibility requirements, and enrollment process at https://wildplumcenter.org/ 82 21st Avenue, Suite B, Longmont CO | 303-776-8523 YMCA OF NORTHERN COLORADO https://www.ymcanoco.org/ Preschool, before- and after-school programs, summer camp, youth athletics programs and classes. Financial assistance and discounted rates. Boulder: 2850 Mapleton Avenue | 303-442-2778 Johnstown: 165 Settler Way | 720-797-2020 Lafayette: 2800 Dagney Way | 303-664-5455 Longmont: 950 Lashley Street | 303-776-0370 Loveland: 860 East 29th | opening in 2024 Apply for financial assistance here: https://www.ymcanoco.org/membership/financial-assistance YWCA BOULDER COUNTY | PERSIMMON EARLY LEARNING Provides long and short-term (1 day - 6 months) child care open to anyone regardless of reason for care; fees on a sliding scale. Boulder CO | 303-449-1951 | frontdesk@ywcaboulder.org https://www.ywcaboulder.org/persimmon CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES ALTERNATIVES FOR YOUTH Personal, vocational, and employment counseling for young people ages 12-19 who are not in school. No fees. 839 Meeker Street | Longmont CO | 303.776.8184 BIG BROTHERS, BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA | BOULDER COUNTY CO https://www.bbbs.org/2021/03/support-for-the-boulder-colorado-community/ CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT HOTLINE 844.CO4.KIDS | 1.844.264.5437 | https://co4kids.org/ FATHERS IN THE FIELD Fathers in the Field mentors and rekindles the spirit of boys who have been abandoned by their fathers through outdoor activities, sharing a Christian understanding of God's love. 6796 N. Franklin Avenue | Loveland, CO 80538 | 844-472-4241 https://www.fathersinthefield.com/single-moms/for-single-moms/ GENESIS PROJECT GENESIS serves Boulder County teen parents from pregnancy through the child’s third birthday. The goal of the program is to promote healthy parenting practices within teen parent families in Boulder County. NATIONAL TEEN DATING ABUSE HELPLINE 1.866.331.9474 | text “loveis” to 22522 YMCA OF NORTHERN COLORADO https://www.ymcanoco.org/ Preschool, before- and after-school programs, summer camp, youth athletics programs and classes. Financial assistance and discounted rates. Boulder: 2850 Mapleton Avenue | 303-442-2778 Johnstown: 165 Settler Way | 720-797-2020 Lafayette: 2800 Dagney Way | 303-664-5455 Longmont: 950 Lashley Street | 303-776-0370 Loveland: 860 East 29th | opening in 2024 Apply for financial assistance here: https://www.ymcanoco.org/membership/financial-assistance YOUTH HOMELESSNESS RESOURCES (age 12-24) TGTHR Attention Homes https://tgthr.org/ 1443 Spruce Street | Boulder CO | 303-447-1206 YOUTH MENTORING at Lifebridge Christian Church Worship, games, Bible-based teaching, & age-based small group discussions for girls and for boys on Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00 p.m. 10345 Ute Highway | Longmont CO | 303-776-2927 YOUTH-STUDENT (Middle and High School) at Lifebridge Christian Church Activities https://lbcc.org/students/ | Student Events Scholarship Application https://lbcc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/634188 INFANT / BABY ESSENTIALS BOULDER COMMUNITY HOSPITAL INFANT CAR SEAT RENTAL PROGRAM 1100 Balsam, Boulder | CHILD CAR SEAT CHECKPOINT, Longmont https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-n-z/public-safety-department/public-safety-services/child-car-seat-checkpoint COMMUNITY INFANT PROGRAM A specialized program for families with children 0-3 years old. Intensive training and support for parents with newborn babies. A variety of trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, relationship-based support services to ensure you and your growing family have a healthy, happy transition into this new chapter in your life. https://mhpcolorado.org/services/community-infant-program 303.443.8500 LIFE CHOICES Free & Confidential Services. Meet 1-on-1 with a client advocate for help with Parenting, Baby Supplies, Sexual Health, Adoption, unplanned pregnancy, post-abortion support & healing, birth control, STI’s & STD’s, Abuse Recovery. https://lifechoices.org/services/ 20 W Mountain View Ave, Longmont | longmont@lifechoices.org 303.651.2609 902 Redwood Drive, Loveland | loveland@lifechoices.org | 970.692.5050 WIC - WOMEN, INFANTS, AND CHILDREN PROGRAM Food supplements, nutrition education, and counseling to women who are pregnant or nursing, and to their children under age 5. No fees for those meeting financial guidelines and nutrition needs. 3305 N. Broadway, Boulder | 303-442-5160

CLOTHING: Research area clothes' closets, thrift stores, special clothing events, etc. CLOTHES TO KIDS - DENVER (includes Boulder County & St. Vrain Valley SD) New and quality used clothing in a boutique setting for low income and in-crisis families, free of charge. Shop in person or pick up at curbside. Clothes to Kids Wardrobe includes: 5 tops 4 bottoms 5 pairs of underwear 1 additional dress or skirt 5 pairs or new socks 1 bra 1 pair of shoes 1 jacket or coat Extras/Accessories Must call for appointment - phone lines are open Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and Tuesday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | 720-379-4630 Learn more: https://clothestokidsdenver.org/shop/ COLORADO FRIENDSHIP - MOBILE FOOD AND CLOTHING Clothing and Food program for Families and Children in Boulder County Delivery services https://coloradofriendship.org/ | 1067 S. Hover St., E-116 | 303-545-0242 FIRST PRESBYTERIAN DEACON’S CLOSET Clothing as available. Distribution Tuesday/Thursday 9:30-11:30 1820 15th Street, Boulder | 303.442.3523 OUR CENTER Clothing, meals, groceries, shelter, child care, classes, guidance. Intake documentation required - photo ID & proof of residence in the St. Vrain Valley. 220 Collyer St. Longmont, CO 80501 | 303-772-5529 SISTER CARMEN COMMUNITY CENTER Clothing, utility assistance, housing, transportation 655 Aspen Ridge Drive, Lafayette, CO 80026 | 303-665-4342

COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES: Find State of Colorado Agency Assistance including Adult Protective Services, Cash Assistance, Disability Assistance, Employment Assistance, Energy Assistance, Food Assistance, Child & Family Services, Mental Health Care and more

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE | SEXUAL ABUSE: Safe Voice & Text Crisis Hotlines for victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse, Victim Support Resources, Child Abuse Reporting, Safe Houses, Survivor Resources & Support, and more

EDUCATION, TRAINING & CAREER RESOURCES Career Assessments & Support Tools, Certification Programs, Community Colleges, Employment Agencies, Employment Support, ESL, Financial Resources for Education, Job Search Tools, Scholarship Funds, Vocational Training; includes FAFSA, Google, IBMC, Thrive, Udemy, Workforce and more

EMERGENCY CONTACTS Who to call in an emergency situation - Area Safe Shelters, Child Abuse & Neglect, Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking, Local Law Enforcement, Mental Health, Rape, Sexual Assault, Suicide Prevention, Teen Dating Abuse Hotline, Women Veterans Hotline

EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES & SERVICES

FOOD RESOURCES

HEALTH & WELLNESS Baby, Dental Aid, Family Health, LICE, Medicaid Providers, Mental Health help, Pregnancy, Urgent Care, Well-Child, Women's Health

HOUSING Apartments, Emergency Shelter, HUD, Temporary Housing, Voucher Program and more

LARIMER COUNTY RESOURCES Food, Clothing, Counseling, Essentials, Family Daycare, Laundry, Shower, Temporary Shelter,

LEGAL RESOURCES Find help for child custody & support issues, civil affairs, community disagreements, consumer affairs, divorce education, human rights, rental disagreements, etc.

MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELING RESOURCES Including Christian Counseling, Families, Grief & Loss Counseling, Medicaid Providers and others

PARENTING RESOURCES & SUPPORT SERVICES

PETS - Colorado Pet Pantry

SUBSTANCE USE - RECOVERY SUPPORT & ADDICTION COUNSELING 24 Hour Hotline, AA, Individual & Group Sessions, NA, Recovery Support, Sober Living, and more

SUICIDE HELP - CRISIS HOTLINE SUICIDE PREVENTION - VICTIM SUPPORT | COLORADO CRISIS SERVICES 1.844.493.8255 OR Text “TALK” to 38255 https://coloradocrisisservices.org/ NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE: 1.800.273.TALK | 1.800.273.8255

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WELD COUNTY RESOURCES Food