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Community Resource Directory

For Individuals with Disabilities

2018

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5 Star Gold Care

(Community & Residential Services) .....................................................................................1

A Cognitive Connection, LLC

(Community & Residential Services I Health I Mental Health) .......................................1

A Physicians Home Care

(Respite) ..........................1 ••••• ••••••••• • • • • ••••• ••••• • • ••••- • • •,. •• ••••• • • a ............ . ............................................2 A Rise Above

(Advocacy & Support I Health) ...........................................................................................2 Ariel Clinical Services and Dream Catchers

(Community & Residential Services I Employment I Respite I Transportation)..............3 Autism and Asperger Connections

(Advocacy & Support) ...........................................................................................................3

Cascade Investment Group, Inc.


Cerebral Palsy Association of Colorado Springs

(Advocacy & Support) ............................................._..._..,., .............................................................4

Cheyenne Village

(Advocacy & Support I Community & Residential Services I Financial Assistance I Health Respite I Transportation) ........................................................................................................5

CHS / DuMyon Martial Arts

(Education I Health I Recreation & Leisure) ....................................................................5 Colorado Initiative for Inclusive Higher Education (IN!)

(Advocacy & Support IEducation)........................................................................................6 Colorado Lions Camp

(Recreation & Leisure) ........................................................................................................6

Colorado Springs Conservatory

(Education I Recreation & Leisure) ...................................................................................7

Community Intersections

(Advocacy & Support ICommunity & Residential Services I Education IEmployment Respite I Transportation) ..................................................................................................7

Community Outreach, Inc.

(Community & Residential Services I Employment) ........................................................8 Continuum Autism Spectrum Alliance

(Advocacy & Support I Assistive Technology I Coordination of Services) ......................8 Continuum of Colorado

(Community & Residential Services) .................................................................................9

Discover Goodwill

(Community & Residential Services) .................................................................................9

Dungarvin

(Community & Residential Services) ...............................................................................10

Empowering Independence, LC

(Community & Residential Services I Recreation & Leisure I Transportation) .............1. 0

Envida, formerly Amblicab

(Transportation) ....................................................................................................................11 Foundation For Successful Living

(Community & Residential Services I Education I Employment I Recreation & Leisure Respite) .................................................................................................................................11

Gotta Dance

(Health I Recreation & Leisure) ......................................................................................12

Harmonized Brain Centers

(Mental Health) ....................................................................................................................12 HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Colorado Springs

(Assistive Technology I Coordination of Services I Community & Residential Services Health) ..................................................................................................................................13

Life Wheels On

(Advocacy & Support I Assistive Technology I Coordination of Services I Health)..........13

M.A.T.A., LLC (Mindset Acquired Through Abilities)

(Advocacy & Support I Coordination of Services I Community & Residential Services Respite I Transportation) ................................................................ '......................................14

Maxim Healthcare Services

(Advocacy & Support I Coordination of Services I Community & Residential Services Education I Employment I Health I Respite I Safety I Transportation) ..........................14

MGA Pediatric Home Healthcare

(Community & Residential Services I Health) ....................................................................15

MK Legacy

(Community & Residential Services)....................................................................................15

Mosaic (Advocacy & Support I Community & Residential Services I Education I Employment Health I Mental Health I Recreation & Leisure I Respite I Safety) ..................................16

Need Project Inc.

(Support & Advocacy) ...........................................................................................................16

NTSOC

(Advocacy & Support) ............................................................................................................ 17

Numotion

(Assistive Technology) .........................................................................................................17

Our House, Inc.

(Community & Residential Services) ...................................................................................18

Overture Colorado

(Community & Residential Services) ....................................................................................18

Partners in Care


Peak Vista Community Health Centers

(Advocacy & Support I Health I Mental Health I Transportation) ..................................19

Personal Assistance Services of Colorado

(Community & Residential Services IHealth) .....................................................................20

Pikes Peak Library District

(Assistive Technology I Recreation & Leisure) ..................................................................20

Pikes Peak Respite Services

(Respite) ..................................................................................................................................21

Pikes Peak Therapeutic Riding Center

(Health I Mental Health) ....................................................................................................21

Rocky Mountain Down Syndrome Association


Rocky Mountain Health Care Services

(Advocacy & Support I Coordination of Services I Community & Residential Services Health I Mental Health I Respite I Transportation) .........................................................22

Rocky Mountain Human Services Life Skills & Support

(Community & Residential Services IFinancial Assistance IMental Health IRespite)........23 School to Work Alliance Program (SWAP)

(Employment) .................................................................................................................23-25

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Special Kids Special Families

(Community & Residential Services I Health I Respite I Transportation) .....................26 Stellar Care and Services, LLC


Stellar Care Trips

(Recreation & Leisure I Respite) .........................................................................................27

Stomp Out the Silence of Autism & Disabilities Inc. DBA: Help Autism Center

(Advocacy & Support) ..........................................................................................................27 Team Select Home Care

(Advocacy & Support I Education I Employment I Health) ..............................................28 The Independence Center

(Advocacy & Support I Assistive Technology I Coordination of Services I Education Employment I Health I Recreation & Leisure) ....................................................................28

The Realm of Caring Foundation

(Advocacy & Support I Education) .........................................................................................29 The Resource Exchange

(Advocacy & Support I Assistive Technology I Coordination of Services I Community & Residential Services I Employment I Health I Recreation & Leisure I Respite I Safety Transportation) ........................................................................................................................29

Transition Services and Transition Coordinators of the Pikes Peak Region

(Education I Support & Advocacy I Coordination of Services) ......................................30-32

UCCS Office of Inclusive Services

{Education) .................................................................................................................................33 United Providers

(Community& Residential Services I Respite I Transportation) ........................................33 Will's Hope

(Education) ................................................................................................................................-.34

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5 Star Gold Care 203 N. Chelton Rd. Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Gloria Nicholson (719) 419-7977 [email protected] http://5stargoldcare.com

5 Star Gold Care has a unique approach and the highest standards of excellence for supporting individuals with developmental delays. Our person-centered approach provides endless opportunities to explore, dream, discover, create, learn, and teach. Participants and staff partner in the journey to self-fulfillment and quality of life. We commit to daily interactions that are engaging and meaningful. We strive for participants to experience joy and laughter while improving and applying life skills. We believe that a unique and quality individualized program can bring extraordinary outcomes.

Categories of Service: Community & Residential Services A Cognitive Connection, LLC 2163 N. Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs,CO 80909 Carol Van Ness (719) 233-1199 [email protected] http:www.aCognitiveConnection.com/

Cognitive and behavioral assessment, consultation, and individualized counseling services for those experiencing neurological, or neurodevelopmental dysfunction. We offer services in our clinic or in the comfort of your home. Certified counselors are available to meet your individualized needs. Call to set up a meet and greet at your convenience.

Categories of Service: Community & Residential Services I Health I Mental Health

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A Physicians Home Care 905 W. Garden of the Gods Rd. Suite F Colorado Springs, CO 80907 Eric Gustafson (719) 434-2585 [email protected] http://www.aphcgroup.com We provide In-home support services and respite care for families in the greater Colorado area. We are locally owned and have folks of our own we take care of, so we know and understand your life every day!

Categories of Service: Respite A Rise Above 855 W. Garden of the Gods Rd. Suite A Colorado Springs, CO 80907 Kathy Ciano-MeGee (719) 418-7830 [email protected] http://www.a risea bovecolorado.com/a bout-a-rise-above-colorado.htmI

A Rise Above is a case management agency for the Children’s Home Community Based Services (C-HCBS) Medicaid Waiver for ages 0-18 statewide. The Children’s HCBS Waiver provides medically necessary services such as therapies, equipment and medical supplies. Kathy Ciano-MeGee is the Healthy Communities Coordinator through Children’s Hospital for all children with special needs on Medicaid ages 0-21 in El Paso County Colorado.

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support I Health

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Ariel Clinical Services and Dream Catchers 2145 Academy Circle Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Staci Pettibone

(719) 260-6110 [email protected] http://www.arielcpa.org

Ariel Clinical Services and Dream Catchers is a diverse and inclusive service agency providing exceptional care and support to children in the foster care system and adults with developmental disabilities. We specialize in therapeutic foster care and support. We provide individualized and therapeutic residential services and host homes, as well as vocational and day program opportunities to adults with developmental disabilities. Foster care, adult residential, vocational, day program and therapeutic services.

Categories of Service: Community & Residential Services I Employment I Respite I Transportation

Autism and Asperger Connections P. 0. Box 15852 Colorado Springs, CO 80935 Sharon Starkey

(719) 344-5619 srstarkey1@ juno.com http://autismaspergerconnections.org

Autism & Asperger Connections is a 501c3 non-profit organization linking families, individuals, and professionals in the Colorado Springs community to autism support, information, and resources. We provide free support group meetings, workshops and special events. We also maintain and active private support group page on Facebook.

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support

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Cascade Investment Group, Inc. 90 South Cascade Avenue Suite 1250 Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Rob Wrubel

(719) 632-0818 [email protected] https://ciginc.net

Rob Wrubel provides special-needs financial planning services, investment advice and delivers workshops designed to help families with a member with special needs, the professionals who serve them and the nonprofits that support them. He is the best-selling author of Financial Freedom for Special Needs Families and a sought-after speaker.

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support Cerebral Palsy Association of Colorado Springs 1322 N. Academy Blvd. Suite 115 Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Sara Berge

(719) 638-0808 [email protected] www.cpappr.org Our mission is to provide financial, emotional, and community support to individuals with Cerebral Palsy and their families. To ensure individuals with CP are provided equal opportunities and access to an array of services. To promote independence, social awareness and inclusion in community life. To educate the public regarding all aspects of Cerebral Palsy.


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Cheyenne Village 6275 Lehman Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80918 Ann Turner

(719) 592-0200 [email protected] http:cheyennevillage.org

Cheyenne Village is a local non-profit serving adults with developmental disabilities for over 45 years. We serve adults 18 years old to end of life in residential, apartments and host homes. We also have group respite on Saturdays for 5 hours. We accept the SLS, comp waivers and private pay.

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support I Community & Residential Services I Financial Assistance I Health I Respite I Transportation

CHS I DuMyon Martial Arts 6660 Delmonico Blvd. Suite D 127 Colorado Springs, CO 80919 Sterling Chase

(719) 301-3839 [email protected] http://www.dumyonmartiaIarts.org

CHS I DuMyon (501c3) uses martial arts to transform students into positive, safe, leaders in our community. Training involves traditions, courtesy in a safe family environment that instills a solid martial arts foundation while teaching respectful behavior, life and social skills. We service individuals with developmental and physical challenges, as well as at-risk, trauma and PTSD.

Categories of Service: Education I Health I Recreation & Leisure

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Colorado Initiative for Inclusive Higher Education (IN!) 7200 E. Hampden Avenue Suite 301 Denver, CO 80224 Shelby Bates

(303) 756-6101 [email protected] http://inclusivehighered.org

IN! is working to create fully inclusive college opportunities in Colorado for students with intellectual disabilities to foster academic growth, social development and career advancement. Pathways for students are available at Arapahoe Community College, University of Colorado-Colorado Springs, and University of Northern Colorado.

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support I Education Colorado Lions Camp P. 0. Box 9043 Woodland Park, CO 80863 Scott Durham

(719) 687-2087 [email protected] http://www.coloradolionscamp.org

The mission of the Colorado Lions Camp is to provide exceptional camping programs to individuals with special needs which promote independence, challenge their abilities and provide an opportunity to discover his or her own potential in a safe, positive environment.

Categories of Service: Recreation & Leisure

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Colorado Springs Conservatory 415 S. Sahwatch St. Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Shane Groothof (719) 577-4556 [email protected] http://coloradospringsconservatory.org Colorado Springs Conservatory

Categories of Service: Education I Recreation & Leisure Community Intersections 4575 Galley Road Suite 400 A Colorado Springs, CO 80915 Terry Holmes (719) 574-6101 [email protected] http://www.ci-springs.org

Community Intersections began providing services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in 1995 as an alternative to traditional service models. The company's mission; To Bring People and Opportunities Together, is accomplished by listening to what people want and then developing services around the individual, rather than attempting to make the person fit the program model. We advocate for individuals with disabilities and promote individual choice, community integration, individualized planning, respect, and quality of life. Services are provided in a variety of arenas, including residential, employment, employment training, community participation and transportation.

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support I Community & Residential Services I Education I Employment I Respite I Transportation

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Community Outreach, Inc. 805 S. Tejon St. Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Tracy Brown

(719) 578-1227 [email protected] http://communityoutreachcos.com

Community Outreach, Inc. provides residential services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in host home & independent living settings. In our employment services, we do assessments of people's interests and skills, as well as providing customized services to help people with various disabilities to get and keep jobs.

Categories of Service: Community & Residential Services I Employment Continuum Autism Spectrum Alliance 1233 Lake Plaza Drive Suite D Colorado Springs, CO 80235 Marc Rose (719) 375-2955 [email protected] http://www.autismspectrumalliance.com

Here at Continuum Autism Spectrum Alliance we provide services in the home, school and community settings. We work with a variety of individuals with learning differences and behavior related disorders. We will configure a program specifically designed with your goals, objectives for your child and budget in mind.

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support I Assistive Technology I Coordination of Services

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Continuum of Colorado 11111E. Mississippi Ave. Aurora, CO 80012 Allison Kolstad (303) 214-3371 [email protected] continuumcolo.org

Currently, we provide in-home and community services for adults on the SLS waiver and children on the CES waiver.

Categories of Service: Community & Residential Services

Discover Goodwill 1460 Garden of the Gods Road Colorado Springs, CO 80907 Anne Morin

(719) 785-9297 [email protected] http://discovermygoodwill.org

Discover Goodwill of Southern and Western Colorado changes the lives of individuals and families by eliminating barriers to opportunity and helping people become independent through learning and the power of work. We offer a variety of community programs to include residential services, day programming, and supported employment. While we do not expect everyone who participates in our programs to become entirely self-sufficient, everyone will experience new levels of personal independence.


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Dungarvin 805 N. Murray Blvd. Suite 201 Colorado Springs, CO 80915 MaryAnne Cooper (719) 632-5205 ext. 4247

[email protected] www.dungarvin.com/locations/colorado/colorado-springs/

Dungarvin is a direct service and support agency providing residential, day program, supported living services including mentorship, apartment supports, supported employment, children’s foster care, behavior services, nursing services and remote monitoring technology through Colorado since 1991. If you would like additional information please contact MaryAnne Cooper at (719) 632-5205 ext. 4247


Empowering Independence, LLC 8783 Bamboo Grove Colorado Springs, CO 80951 Christine Gray

(719) 354-6306 [email protected] http://www.empowerindependence.com

Empowering Independence provides day program, independent living skills, and transportation services to individuals that have developmental disabilities. The agency works with school district transition programs and adult Medicaid waivers specializing in rural areas. Our focus is to inspire empowerment within each individual through person-centered services to create greater independence.

Categories of Service: Community & Residential Services I Recreation & Leisure I Transportation

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Envida, formerly Amblicab 5640 N. Academy Colorado Springs, CO 80918 Dave Somers

(719) 633-4601 [email protected] http://www.amblicab.org Envida, formerly Amblicab, connects those with disabilities to the services they need through transportation and in-home support services.

Categories of Service: Transportation

Foundation For Successful Living 1879 Austin Bluffs Parkway Colorado Springs, CO 80918 Tricia Harris (719) 227-3939 [email protected] http://www.thefsl.org

Foundation for Successful Living provides programs that support individuals with developmental disabilities and Autism including day programs, residential supports, supported employment, and school supported transition services. Residential supports include residential services through the HCBS Waiver and also our private pay Independent Living Program. By cultivating personal relationships and providing meaningful opportunities, we encourage and empower individuals to discover their passions, contribute to their communities, live their unique purpose, and move toward independence and freedom. As partners in their growth, we meet our clients where they are, empower them to strive for their highest potential, and show them they can do things they never dreamed they could.

Categories of Service: Community & Residential Services I Education I Employment I Recreation & Leisure I Respite

Gotta Dance 1708 Palmer Park Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Anita Azare (719) 287-4304 [email protected] http://gottadancecos.org

For over 10 year, Gotta Dance has been providing opportunities for people with special abilities a chance to dance like nobody's watching! With affordable weekly rehearsals and multiple performances throughout the year, our troupe is unmatched in the city!

Categories of Service: Health I Recreation & Leisure Harmonized Brain Centers 2149 N. Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs,CO 80909 Shelly Shepard (719) 661-6422 [email protected] http://harmonizedbraincenters.com/ At Harmonized Brain Centers we use an integrated approach of Neurofeedback and physical vascular therapy to help individuals of all ages with ADD/ADHD, depression, anxiety, Autism, concussion, traumatic brain injury, migraines, processing disorders and other cognitive conditions.

Categories of Service: Mental Health

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HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Colorado Springs 325 Parkside Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80910 Carley Hyman (719) 630-8000 [email protected] http://www.healthsouthcoloradosprings.com

HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Colorado Springs is a 64-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital that offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services designed to return patients to leading active and independent lives. Our hospital provides a wide range of physical rehabilitation services, a vast network of highly skilled, independent private practice physicians and HealthSouth therapists and nurses, and the most innovative equipment and rehabilitation technology, ensuring that all patients have access to the highest quality care.

Categories of Service: Assistive Technology I Coordination of Services I Community & Residential Services I Health

Life Wheels On P. 0. BOX 753 Green Mountain Falls, CO 80819 Laura Morgan

(719) 331-1011 [email protected] http://lifewheelson.com/ LWO is a team of physical therapists that advocate for our clients with disabilities to achieve optimal mobility and quality of life. We perform individualized PT wheelchair assessments and training. LWO is the only company to consistently perform home evaluations and follow-up training for the client/caregiver after equipment delivery.

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support I Assistive Technology I Coordination of Services I Health

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M.A.T.A., LLC (Mindset Acquired Through Abilities) 1270 Beacon Hill Way Colorado Springs, CO 80905 Kymburr Mata Roark

(719) 964-1766 [email protected] https://[email protected]

M.A.T.A., LLC is a Program Approved Service Agency “ PASA" providing Services & Supports for Individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities & their Families. Providing Residential Services & Supported Community Connections Specializing in 1on 1services in the community. For more information email us at [email protected] or call (719) 964-1766 or (785) 341-4046.

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support I Coordination of Services I Community & Residential Services I Respite I Transportation

Maxim Healthcare Services 630 Southpointe Court Suites 103, 105, 107 Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Mark Davidson

(719) 538-5600 [email protected] http://maximhealthcare.com

Maxim has over 25 years of experience providing home healthcare for adult, senior, and pediatric patients with a variety of conditions and needs. Maxim offers nursing, therapies, respite, personal care, housekeeping, ABA, medicine management and more.

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support I Coordination of Services I Community & Residential Services I Education I Employment I Health I Respite I Safety I Transportation

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MGA Pediatric Home Healthcare 1355 Garden of the Gods Road, Suite 130 Colorado Springs, CO 80907 Dan Zalk (719) 476-0200 [email protected] http://www.mgahomecare.com

MGA provides pediatric home health services across Colorado’s Front Range communities (typically birth-21), Private Duty Nursing (RN/LPN), Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), Therapy (PT/OT/SLP).

Categories of Service: Community & Residential Services I Health MK Legacy 422 E. Vermijo Ave. Suite G16 Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Charlotte McClanahan (719) 203-1892 [email protected] http://www.mklegacy.com Developing the skills and talents of all people while building a stronger community. Specializing in behavioral services, community based day program, and host homes.


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Mosaic 4775 Centennial Blvd. Suite 150 Colorado Springs, CO 80919 Emily Plotkin

(719) 208-3191 [email protected] http://www.mosaicinfo.org/location/mosaic-colorado-springs

Mosaic in Colorado Springs is a faith-based nonprofit that has provided services to individuals with intellectual disabilities for 38 years. We provide supported employment, supported independent living, community-based day program, and host homes. We advocate for people with IDD to have a meaningful life and giving a voice to their needs.

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support I Community & Residential Services I Education I Employment I Health I Mental Health I Recreation & Leisure I Respite I Safety

Need Project Inc P. 0. Box 88406 Colorado Springs, CO 80908 Bob West (719) 581-2404 [email protected] http://needproject.org Need Project Inc. supports healthy families and healthy children through the creation of practical resources and support for parents of special needs children.

Categories of Service: Support & Advocacy

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NTSOC 1130 West Woodmen Rd. Colorado Springs, CO 80919 Ann Hanlon (719) 574-5562 [email protected] NTSOC.com

Nursing and Therapy Services of Colorado (NTSOC) Contact: 574-5562 or NTSOC.com. We are a home care agency that provides several types of services: C.N.A., OT, PT, ST- in home and clinic, C.N.A. classes and certification, and Respite Case Management for the C-HCBS Waiver.


Numotion 4260 Buckingham Dr. Suite 160 Colorado Springs, CO 80908 Aaron Pierce

(719) 313-2983 [email protected] http://www.numotion.com

Numotion is the leading provider of Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) in the United States. That means we are helping thousands of people with individually configured, medically necessary mobility products and services. From manual and powered wheelchairs to disposable medical supplies that serve unique medical and functional needs, we are helping more people live more freely.

Categories of Service: Assistive Technology

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Our House Inc. 1609 S. Wahsatch Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80905 Che Frey (719} 477-0109 [email protected] http://ourhouseinc.org

Our House Inc. provides day program and residential services to adult with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The organization works with school district transition programs and adult Medicaid waivers to walk alongside families and individuals throughout their lives.

Categories of Service: Community & Residential Services Overture Colorado 11177 W. 8th Ave. #202 Lakewood, CO 80203 Crystal Porter

(720) 496-2605 [email protected] http://www.averturecolorado.com

Overture is a service agency with a variety of programs to choose from, based on individual interests and needs. We build programs centered around choice and meaningful opportunities so that every person in our services can be the person they want to be: your life, your choice.


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Partners in Care 1440 E. Fountain Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80910 Lori Rector (719) 667-7067 [email protected] http:kidscrossing.com

Partners in Care is a non-profit agency providing person centered residential services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Partners in Care strives to help each individual receiving services meet their goals toward independence.

Categories of Service: Community & Residential Services Peak Vista Community Health Centers 3205 N. Academy Blvd. Suite 130 Colorado Springs,CO 80917 Stacey Ackerman (719) 344-6742 [email protected] http://www.peakvista.org/

DDHC (Developmental Disability Health Center) is a clinic designed primarily for adult patients with intellectual/developmental disabilities. We offer behavioral health services (provided by Aspen Pointe), case management (provided by TRE), and primary medical care (provided by Peak Vista Community Health Centers) all at one location.

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support I Health I Mental Health I Transportation

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Personal Assistance Services of Colorado 9197 W. 6th Ave. Suite 1000 Lakewood, CO 80215 Alayne Kelly

(303) 274-3652 [email protected] [email protected]

Personal Assistance Services of Colorado (PASCO) has spent over 25 years providing long-term support services along the Front Range. Our founder advocated for a family CNA caregiver program emphasizing client choice to receive reliable quality care. We also offer other home care services, like In- Home Support Services (IHSS) and Pediatric Personal Care that can meet broad client needs across all age groups.

Categories of Service: Community & Residential Services I Health Pikes Peak Library District 1175 Chapel Hills Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80920 Delaina Massie (719) 884-9826 [email protected] ppld.org

The Pikes Peak Library District provides resources and opportunities that change individual lives and build community. Assistive technology is available at East Library, Penrose Library and Library 21c locations.

Categories of Service: Assistive Technology I Recreation & Leisure

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Pikes Peak Respite Services 4845 Old Brook Circle S. Colorado Springs, CO 80917 Joshua Shipman (719) 659-6344 [email protected] www.pikespeakrespiteservices.com

Lifespan Respite for all persons with special needs.

Categories of Service: Respite

Pikes Peak Therapeutic Riding Center 13620 Halleluiah Trail Elbert, CO 80106 Chester DeAngelis (719) 495-3908 [email protected] http://www.pptrc.org

PPTRC changes the lives of those with mental, behavioral, and physical health therapy needs through horse centered treatment strategies.

Categories of Service: Health I Mental Health

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Rocky Mountain Down Syndrome Association 7200 E. Hampden Ave. Suite 301 Denver, CO 80224 Linda Tegtmeier (303) 797-1699 [email protected] www.RMDSA.org

To assure inclusion and enhance independence of people with Down syndrome, RMDSA provides information, education, resources, and support in partnership with individuals, families, professionals, and the community. Higher Visions for Education (HVE) at Colorado College is our continuing education program for adults with Down syndrome. It is designed to enrich independent living and enhance social skills. Expected outcomes include: increased independence, self- esteem and community involvement.


Rocky Mountain Health Care Services 2502 East Pikes Peak Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Stephanie Bevan and Kristyn Gilbert (719) 466-8777 [email protected] and [email protected] https://www.rmhcare.org/ The mission at Rocky Mountain Health Care Services is improving lives, optimizing wellness and promoting independence. We work diligently to keep individuals as independent as possible. We deliver exceptional care to empower our participants to live vibrant, independent lives. We provide services through our Rocky Mountain PACE and BrainCare programs.

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support I Coordination of Services I Community & Residential Services I Health I Mental Health I Respite I Transportation

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Rocky Mountain Human Services Life Skills & Support 24 S. Weber St. Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Cheryl Dailey (719) 323-2606 cdailey@ rmhurnanservices.org http://www.rmhumanservices.org/lss

Rocky Mountain Human Services serves humanity, provides opportunity and encourages a community of compassion and hope. We utilize our human services expertise to improve the health, self-sufficiency and overall quality of life for individuals who face challenges from developmental delays, cognitive and intellectual impairments, or military service. Providing resources, care coordination and direct services for individuals and families. We do our very best to deliver unsurpassed human services every day.

Categories of Service: Community & Residential Services I Financial Assistance I Mental Health I Respite

School to Work Alliance Program (SWAP) SWAP is a community-based program, partnered with the Colorado Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) designed to help individuals (15-24) with mild to moderate disabilities find and maintain employment. Individuals must have transitioned or be ready to transition from school to work.

Academy School District #20 Natalie lhli, SWAP Coordinator/STC Coordinator (719) 234-1333 [email protected] Morgan Markewich, SWAP Coordinator (719) 234-1369 [email protected] Michelle Casner, SWAP Coordinator (719) 234-1377 [email protected] 1110 Chapel Hills Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80920

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School to Work Alliance Program (SWAP) Continued Cheyenne Mountain School District# 12 Tamara Clark, SWAP Specialist (719) 380-6256 [email protected] 2883 S. Circle Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80906 (719) 380-6256

Colorado Springs School District # 11 Jennifer James, SWAP Coordinator (719) 520-2594 [email protected] Grant Langdon, SWAP Specialist (719) 328-3091 [email protected] 2560 International Circle Colorado Springs, CO 80910 (719) 520-2592

Harrison District #2 Tamara Clark, SWAP Specialist (719) 380-6256 [email protected] 2883 S. Circle Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80906 (719) 380-6256

Fountain Ft. Carson District # 8 Elizabeth Connell, SWAP Specialist (719) 380-6256 [email protected] 2883 S. Circle Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80906 (719) 380-6256

Widefield District # 3 Elizabeth Connell, SWAP Specialist (719) 380-6256 [email protected] 2883 S. Circle Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80906 (719) 380-6256

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School to Work Alliance Program (SWAP) Continued Manitou Springs School District #14,Cripple Creek-Victor,Woodland Park RE-2 Patty Woods, SWAP Specialist (719) 686-2547 [email protected] Megan Desmidt, SWAP Coordinator (719) 686-2547 [email protected] 211N. Baldwin P. 0. BOX 99 Woodland Park, CO 80866 (719) 686-2457 (719) 491-6036

Big Sandy School District, Calhan School District, Edison School District, Elbert School District, Ellicott School District, Hanover School District, Miami-Yoder School District, Peyton School District Rick Casner, SWAP Coordinator (719) 380-6256 [email protected] 2883 S. Circle Drive Colorado Springs,CO 80906 (719) 380-6256 Categories of Service: Employment

ServiceSource 3075 Janitell Rd. #250 Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Cassi Brunson

(719) 579-5700 [email protected] http://ServiceSource.org ServiceSource is a nonprofit organization which serves more than 17,000 people with disabilities annually and directly employs more than 1,300 people with disabilities on commercial and government contracts. We offer a range of programs to support people with disabilities. In Colorado Springs, ServiceSource affirmatively hires persons with significant disabilities into Food Service positions.

Categories of Service: Employment

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Special Kids Special Families 424 West Pikes Peak Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80905 Linda Ellegard (720) 988-9511 lellegard@ sksfcolorado.org http://www.sksfcolorado.org

Special Kids Special Families provides a continuum of services for individuals with disabilities and their families. Services provided are for young children through adulthood. Our licensed child care and respite center, Zach's Place is for youth 2 1/2 years to 21years. Our two day programs operate M-F with transportation to and from program as well as within the community. We have a respite program, mentorship program and host home program.

Categories of Service: Community & Residential Services I Health I Respite I Transportation

Stellar Care and Services LLC 685 Citadel Dr. East, Suite 125 Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Jamal Salaam

(719) 344-8931 [email protected] http://stellarcare.org

Stellar Care and Services LLC is a full service PASA. We believe in facilitating a meaningful day and a meaningful life for everyone we work with. Strong community bonds and relationships will always remain a priority. We offer Supported Community Connections, Supported Living Services, Children's Extensive Support, and Residential Services.


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Stellar Care Trips 685 Citadel Drive East, Suite 125 Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Kelly Jacobson

(719) 494-9631 [email protected] http://www.stellarcaretrips.com

Many people have a need for travel services and supports to take day trips and vacations that can have a fundamental impact on their quality of life. All Stellar Care trips are chaperoned by qualified caregivers who ensure the traveler is taken care of in all aspects, including: medications, hygiene, physical needs, and any other assistance the traveler may need. With wonderful door-to-door service, our trip packages cover: chaperone, airfare, lodging, all ground transportation, meals, gratuities, and attractions at each exciting destination.

Categories of Service: Recreation & Leisure I Respite Out the Silence of Autism & Disabilities Inc DBA: Help Autism Center 31N. Tejon Suite 200 Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Brian Hall (719) 393-5271 [email protected] http://www.helpautism.org/

Mission: Assist public and private companies to coordinate services and therapies. We also refer resources to families and raise funds to help pay for services and therapies. Objectives include: advocacy, creating, hosting and attending events to benefit the needs of Autism. With the goal of opening the Help Autism Center Ranch for individuals with autism and special needs.


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Team Select Home Care 32 Luxury Lane Colorado Springs, CO 80921 Jen Hanson (719) 660-0110 jha [email protected] https://teamselecthh.com/

To provide world class healthcare for our patients in the comfort and privacy of their home. To always maintain a friendly, fair, fun and creative work environment, which respects diversity, new ideas, and hard work!

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support I Education I Employment I Health The Independence Center 729 South Tejon Street Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Jaime Harrell

(719) 471-8181 [email protected] http://www.theindependencecenter.org

The Independence Center is a local nonprofit that provides home health care, independent living services, CNA training, Veteran's programs, and advocacy. We offer assistive technology support, benefits assistance, deaf and hard of hearing services, employment and skills classes, information and referral, outreach, and peer support.

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support I Assistive Technology I Coordination of Services I Education I Employment I Health I Recreation & Leisure

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The Realm of Caring Foundation 3515 N. Chestnut St. Suite A Colorado Springs, CO 80907 Kelly Gengler (719) 347-5400 [email protected] http://theroc.us

The Realm of Caring is a 501(c) 3 non-profit that is reimagining the way we think, talk, and respond to cannabis and the people who use it. Realm of Caring collaborates on innovative research, provides revolutionary education, and empowers families to lead better lives. Realm of Caring serves over 45,000 families all over the world and has a doctor’s network of over 1,000.

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support I Education

The Resource Exchange 6385 Corporate Dr. Suite 301 Colorado Springs, CO 80919 Daniel McCord (719) 380-1100 [email protected] http://tre.org

Our mission is to build independence for people with intellectual disabilities and their remarkable abilities through the lifetime using customizable service lines.

Categories of Service: Advocacy & Support I Assistive Technology I Coordination of Services I Community & Residential Services I Employment I Health I Recreation & Leisure I Respite I Safety I Transportation

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Transition Services and Transition Coordinators of the Pikes Peak Region

Flexible community-based services for 18-21year old students with ongoing needs in one or more of the following post-secondary areas: education/training, career/employment, independent living. Services are provided in collaboration with adult service providers. Requirements (per Colorado Department of Education, CDE):

• Student has not received a general education diploma but has meet minimum graduation requirements

• Student has an active IEP • Student has a schedule and is receiving credit in a high school

Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind Tera Lynn Gray (719) 578-2215 [email protected] 33 N. institute Colorado Springs, CO 80903 www.csdb.org

District 2 Harrison Theresa Felton (719) 579-3257 [email protected] 1060 Harrison Road Colorado Springs, CO 80905 www.hsd2.org

District 3 Widefield Rachel Williams (719) 339-2208 [email protected] 930 Leta Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80911 www.wsd3.org

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Transition Services and Transition Coordinators of the Pikes Peak Region (Continued)

District 8 Fountain Fort-Carson Vinessa Lopez (719) 232-1919 [email protected] 501E. Iowa Street Fountain, CO 80917 www.ffc8.org

District 11 Colorado Springs lsela Velez (719) 520-2597 [email protected] Jodi Nichols (719) 520-2596 [email protected] 2560 International Circle Colorado Springs, CO 80910 www.d11.org

District 12 Cheyenne Mountain Nicole Beauvais (719) 243-0075 [email protected] 1200 Cresta Road Colorado Springs, CO 80906 www.cmsd.k12.co.us

District 20 Academy Kim VanValkenburg (719) 234-6033 Cynthia Lorenc (719) 234-6026 Shellie Underhill (719) 234-6031 1450 Chapel Hills Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80920 www.asd20.org

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Transition Services and Transition Coordinators of the Pikes Peak Region (Continued)

District 38 Lewis Palmer Barbara Weber (719) 867-8619 [email protected] Robert Tegtmeier (719) 757-1518 [email protected] 66 N. Jefferson Street Monument, CO 80132 www.lewispalmer.org

District 49,Falcon Ethan Steinberg (719) 495-1100 [email protected] 10850 East Woodmen Road Peyton, CO 80831 www.d49.org

Pikes Peak BOCES (Big Sandy, Calhan, Edison, Elbert, Ellicott, Fremont RE-2, Hanover, Miami-Yoder, Peyton School Districts) Sonya Teigen (719) 380-6255 [email protected] 2883 South Circle Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80906 www.ppboces.org

Ute Pass BOCES (Cripple Creek-Victor, Manitou Springs D-14, Woodland Park RE-2 School Districts) Katie Ueberroth (719) 685-2640 [email protected] 405 El Monte Place Manitou Springs, CO 80829 www.mssd14.org www.ccvschools.org www.wpsdk12.org

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UCCS Office of Inclusive Services 1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway Colorado Springs CO 80918 Julie Harmon

(719) 255-4214 [email protected] https://www.uccs.edu/inclusiveservices/

Office of Inclusive Services at UCCS provides students with intellectual disabilities the supports to meaningfully access academic, career, and social activities on campus. Students receive individualized services from trained mentors, peer volunteers, and faculty designed to meet their learning needs and career aspirations.

Categories of Service: Education United Providers 5240 Rondo Way Colorado Springs CO 80911 Dwan Gant

(719) 210-3856 [email protected] http://www.uprol.org

United Providers is a non-profit organization that focuses on improving the quality of life for individuals with special circumstances and needs.

Categories of Service: Community& Residential Services I Respite I Transportation

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Will's Hope 320 Cheshire Court Colorado Springs CO 80906 Mark Squire

(719) 210-5625 [email protected] www.willshopeopportunities.org

Will's Hope provides outdoor educational, growth and self-development opportunities for young adults (ages 18 to 30+) with mental illness, intellectual, emotional and other disabilities.

Categories of Service: Education

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