Arvada, CO Utility & Rental Assistance

Inter-Church Arms Emrgncy

Address:
5300 Saulsbury Ct
Arvada, CO 80002
Map & Directions

(1 Mile Away )

Website:
http://www.arvadaumc.org

Services:
Interchurch ARMS (Arvada Resource for Ministry Services) Emergency Services office is located in the Arvada United Methodist Church. This organization helps provide emergency services to residents and homeless people in the Arvada area. The phone number for Interchurch ARMS Emergency Services is 303-424-6283.

Hours:
Must call for appointment.

Jefferson County Housing

Address:
7490 W 45th Ave
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.jcha.org/housing-programs.htm

Services:
Jefferson County Housing Authority - These programs provide Section 8 rental assistance at specific properties.

Eligibility:
Anyone over the age 18 when list opens up. Adults Families Females Males

Family Tree Inc

Address:
3805 Marshall St
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.thefamilytree.org

Services:
Provides a broad range of services and shelter to families and youth of metro Denver to overcome child abuse, domestic violence and homelessness. The mission of Family Tree is to help people overcome child abuse, domestic violence and homelessness to become safe, strong and self-reliant. CHILDREN'S SERVICES Family Tree serves children and adolescents who have been abused or neglected and are not safe in their homes; youth who are homeless on the streets or have run away from home. Family Tree serves youth who are at risk of being removed from their homes due to behavioral problems. Family Tree also assist families at risk of child abuse or neglect in an effort to stabilize those families, and we help families who are caring for family members, not their own children, when parents are unable to do so. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERVICES Family Tree serves adult and child victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; families who have experienced the break-up of their homes through divorce or separation; and children who have witnessed family violence and/or have experienced abuse in their homes. HOMELESSNESS SERVICES Family Tree serves adult individuals, youth and families who are homeless or are at risk of homelessness. We assist persons who have very low to no incomes and are working toward goals to increase their self-sufficiency.TREASURE TRUNK THRIFT STORE Provides clean, gently-used adult and children's clothing, household goods and small appliances for sale to the public and free of charge to Family Tree clients.

Growing Home

Address:
3489 W 72nd Ave #110
#112
Westminster, CO 80030
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.growinghome.org/index.html

Services:
Interfaith family shelter provides a 2 month emergency shelter to families with children experiencing homelessness, no geographical restrictions. Homeless prevention services provide rent/mortgage assistance for Adams County families with children with stable income. Food pantry available once per month, open 10-12 daily. 16 affordable housing units (1 and 2 BR) rented below market rate. 4 transitional housing slots for families who are currently homeless or in danger of becoming homeless and pursuing higher education. Children's programs include Parents as Teachers home educators for babies 0-3 and an after-school program in two nearby elementary schools for K-2nd graders.Programs at Growing Home include:Helping Children Succeed-Parents as Teachers and Sprouts After School.Feeding FamiliesGrowing Home provides a 3-day emergency food box to approximately 500 families each month. We strive to offer nutritionally sound food options through a client choice model. Families receive hygiene items and diapers as needed. The food pantry is open10 a.m.-12 p.m. seven days a week and offers community resources referrals. Growing Home volunteers and families tend a small community garden. Growing Home partners with professional chefs from Cooking Matters to offer classes that teach how to prepare balanced snacks and cook healthy meals on a budget.Housing the Homeless-Interfaith Family Shelter We shelter children and their families and assist their move out of crisis. Using the Interfaith Hospitality Network Model, families stay in shelter for up to two months. Volunteers cook all the meals and

Hours:
9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. M-F; 10am-12pm Sat-Sun

Community of Faith

Address:
9460 Federal Blvd
Denver, CO 80260
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.cofu.org

Services:
The COFU Food/Clothing bank is a tool to assist those in need of self-reliance. This resource is only available to clients working toward self-reliance. Individuals seeking only food assistance will be referred to local food banks.Food Bank/Pantry The COFU Food bank is a tool to assist those in need of self-reliance. The collaboration of faith organizations in the area allows different ways to gain assistance through the program. This volunteer effort of COFU is dependent on monetary and product donations for it to run efficiently. This resource is only available to clients working toward self-reliance. Individuals seeking only food assistance will be referred to local food banks. Referral is required from social services organization, pastor, plus a photo ID.Clothing Bank A clothing bank is offered to Adams County or Broomfield County residents. The COFU Clothing bank is a tool to assist those in need of self-reliance. The collaboration of faith organizations in the area allows different ways to gain assistance through the program. This volunteer effort of COFU is dependent on monetary and product donations for it to run efficiently. Services are by referral only from social services organizations, pastor. Proof of Adams County or Broomfield County residency is required. This can be a drivers license, photo ID, or utility bill.

Colorado Veterinary Medical Association

Address:
191 Yuma St
Denver, CO 80223
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.petaidcolorado.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=27

Services:
Established in 1990, PetAid provides veterinary care for pets of the economically disadvantaged. In 2009, PetAid medical staff provided veterinary services to more than 9,000 sick and injured animals PetAid also provides spay and neuter surgeries to the general community in an effort to help control pet overpopulation, as well as providing discounted spay/neuter surgeries to homeless animals in the care of rescue agencies PetAid Animal Hospital is the largest not-for-profit animal hospital in Colorado and is accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association at its highest level, symbolizing our commitment to the highest standards of patient care Veterinary Services Offered:General veterinary services, including preventive care and treatment for sick and injured pets of income-qualified clients.Vaccination and microchippingSpay and neuter surgeries available to the general public and discounted for income-qualified clients.Spay and neuter surgeries, trauma services, diagnostic, medical, and surgical services for Denver area shelter or rescue organizations.

Hours:
Contact for information about administrative office hours.

Metro Caring

Address:
1100 E 18th Ave
Denver, CO 80203
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.metrocarering.org/

Services:
Metro CareRing is a hunger relief organization that operates one of the largest food pantries in Denver.Last year, Metro CareRing provided emergency and self-sufficiency services to more than 125,000 low-income individuals, offering food, utility and transportation assistance, and work readiness items, including tools, boots and identification documents.

Hours:
M-F 9:30-2 for food services, 9:30-3 business hours for information. Tuesday nights 6p-8p for food and referrals.

Servicios De La Raza

Address:
3131 W 14th Ave
Denver, CO 80204
Map & Directions

Website:
http://serviciosdelaraza.org/

Services:
Community and human services center for low-income Latinos. These services are intended to assist low-income members of the community in overcoming the range of problems that result in a lack of resources and contribute to the perpetuation of the vicious cycle of poverty. At Servicios de la Raza we value:* The Latino culture, language & the diversity of our community. * The health of the whole individual: mental, physical, emotional & spiritual. * The importance of familia (family), both the nuclear and extended.* The freedom, rights & responsibility of the individual, families, and the community as a whole. Equally important, Servicios de Raza is also the primary referral channel for many human services agencies and institutions in the metro Denver region as they encounter Latino clientele. To serve these individuals, Servicios de la Raza is staffed with primarily Spanish speaking professionals. Mental Health ServicesServicios de Rasa offers bilingual low cost services for self pay clients. The agency is also a Medicaid provider for adults, adolescents, children, and families who need mental health services.

St. Vincent de Paul

Address:
2250 S Harrison St
Denver, CO 80210
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.svdpden.org/

Services:
Typical services and support include but are not limited to food, clothing, furniture, assistance with medical costs, payment of rent-mortgages-some utilities-transportation, financial counseling, and job counseling & placement. The St. Vincent de Paul Society (SVDP) is a human services charity that provides a wide variety of services and support. There are 30 SVDP Conferences (chapters) in the Denver Area and based upon available resources each Conference decides what services and support it will provide. Typical services and support include but are not limited to food, clothing, furniture, assistance with medical costs, payment of rent-mortgages-some utilities-transportation, financial counseling, and job counseling & placement. It should be noted that not all Conferences provide all of these services. Cathedral Skyline Emergency food and food line. Located at 1530 Logan. Good Shepherd Offers limited rent and utility assistance and a food pantry for persons living in the parish boundaries. Call for more information and make sure you are eligible within the boundaries. If you are eligible you will be able to make an appointment for services. No walk-ins. Located at 1530 Logan. Notre Dame Provides assistance with medical prescriptions, rent, and utilities for low income persons living within parish boundaries. Eligible only for persons living west of Stuart Street, east of Wadsworth Boulevard, south of Florida Avenue, and north of Hampden Avenue. Call for more information and make sure you are eligible, living within the boundaries. If you are eligible you will be able to make an appointment for services. Hours are 9 AM to 4:30 PM. 5100 W Evans Ave. Our Lady of Grace Emergency funds for rent assistance, food, clothing, and a variety of other emergency services are available on an individual basis to low income persons living within the boundaries. Clients must live Alameda to Florida and Federal to Wadsworth. Call to verify you live in boundaries and for availability of funds. Hours are Tuesday (10 AM-1PM) or Friday (10 AM-11 AM). Located at 3801 W Ohio Ave. Saint Mary Magdalene Offers limited emergency financial assistance for rent, utilities and a food pantry to persons living in the parish boundaries. Clients must live east of Garrison Street, west of Irving Street, north of Colfax, south of 38th Ave. Contact for information about administrative office hours. Photo ID, proof of income and residency required. Located at 2771 Zenobia St. Saint Vincent de Paul Society The parish runs a thrift store offering low cost items including furniture, household goods, and clothing. Located at 6260 E Colfax.

Rocky Mountain Communities

Address:
225 E 16th Ave
Ste 1060
Denver, CO 80203
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.rockymountaincommunities.org/

Services:
Affordable housing in Denver Metro area.Rocky Mountain Communities, founded in 1992, is a non-profit organization that provides housing at about 20% below the market rate. They run seven properties in the state of Colorado, three of which are in the Denver Metro area. Housing applicants must prove they have a source of income or aid, as well as meet income restriction requirements.