colorado springs community resource list - rock family

UPDATED: January 2020

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Colorado Springs Community Resource List

211 Pikes Peak United Way Provides a comprehensive telephone/online referral service with an emphasis on health and human service organizations. Address: 518 N. Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs, CO. 80903 Phone: Dial 211 or 719-632-1543 Website: www.ppunitedway.org Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm Baby and Child Supplies Julie Calloway TEEN MOMS ONLY: baby furniture, car seats, and support available Phone: 719-282-3793 American Charities Assist families in need of food, clothing, diapers, blankets, no questions asked. Address: 3608 Galley Rd., Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 719-646-3922 Website: www.us-cca.com Hours: Tuesday-Friday 9:00 am- 11:00 am and 3:00 pm-5:00 pm El Paso County Health Department Back-to-school supplies program applications are available in July and August Address: 1675 W. Garden of the Gods Rd. #2044, Colorado Springs CO. 80907 Website: www.elpasocountyhealth.org Ecumenical Social Ministries Clothing closet, emergency food, commodities, utilities, bus vouchers, financial assistance Serves residents in the following zip codes: 80903, 05, 06, 07, 09, 10, 16, 26 Address: 201 N. Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80903 Phone: 719-636-1916 Hours: Mon-Friday 9:00 am-11:30 am and 12:30 pm-3:00 pm First come, first serve Website: www.ecusocmin.org Christmas Unlimited New and like-new toys for newborns through 12 years given in December. Applications available starting in October Address: 2204 E. Boulder St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 719-597-1821 Website: www.christmasunlimited.org


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Community Partnership for Child Development Head start (children 3-5), preschool, and early head start (pregnancy-3 years) programs available Address: 2330 Robinson St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80904 Phone: 719-635-1536 Website: www.cpcdheadstart.org Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm, Wednesday 9:00 am- 5:00 pm Colorado Springs Pregnancy Center Provides diapers, formula, and emergency baby clothing. Bring photo ID and child’s birth certificate and shot records Website: www.cspregnancycenter.com

Central: Address: 3700 Galley Rd., Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 719-249-7632 Hours: Monday & Tuesday 10:00 am-7:00 pm, Wednesday-Friday 10:00 am-5:00 pm CLOSED Saturday & Sunday

Westside: Address: 3925 Centennial Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO. 80907 Phone: 719-249-8183 Hours: Tuesday-Friday 8:30 am- 4:00 pm, Saturday 8:30 am- 2:00 pm, CLOSED Sunday & Monday Crossfire Ministries Services are free to anyone in need as long as the following items are available: food pantry, clothing, toiletry and hygiene items, linens, blankets, sheets, towels, household necessities, and baby bags Address: 2120 E. La Salle St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 719-447-1806 Emergency Phone: 719-650-4152 Website: www.crossfireministries.org Hours: Tuesday 10:00 am- 7:00 pm, Wednesday & Thursday 10:00 am- 4:00 pm Mariam House Life Support Center and Family Connections Emergency services such as diapers, baby formula, clothing, and toys available to families with small children. Limited car seats are available, depending on qualifications. Pregnant mothers can shop for maternity clothing. Information and referrals to other community organizations/agencies and case management are also provided. The Life Support Program’s intent is to help families bridge the gab during a crisis, services are not intended to be long-term. Website: www.ccharitiescc.org

Colorado Springs Office: Address: 228 North Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs, CO. 80903 Phone: 719-636-2345

Marian House: Address: 14 West Bijou St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80903 Phone: 719-475-7314

Helen Hunt Campus: Address: 917 East Moreno Ave., Colorado Springs, CO. 80903 Phone: 719-578-1222 First Visitor Contact Lisa Schulz for convertible care seat program for low-income families or car seat inspections. Address: 2828 International Cir. #140 Colorado Springs, CO. 80915 Phone: 719-344-6639 Website: www.peakvista.org


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State Patrol- Child Passenger Safety Team Contact Maurice Harris for free convertible car seats and training on installment. Parents are screen based on financial needs. Call for an appointment Address: 1480 Quail Lake Loop, Colorado Springs, CO. 80906 Phone: 719-527-5815 Memorial Health link Offers breastfeeding classes, newborn care, childbirth classes. Register by calling and schedule is available online Address: 2420 E. Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 444-CARE (2273) Website: www.uchealth.org/healthlink Car Seat Safety- Free Inspections/Classes American Medical Response Call for an appointment with a child passenger safety technician. Address: 2370 N. Powers Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO. 80915 Phone: 719-597-1277 Colorado Springs Police Department

Drive Smart (Gold Hill) Address: 955 W. Moreno Ave., Colorado Springs, CO. 80905 Phone: 719-444-7534

Police Operations Center Address: 705 S. Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs, CO. 80903 Phone: 719-444-7595

Sand Creek Sub-Station Address: 4125 Center Park Dr., Colorado Springs, CO. 80916 Phone: 719-444-7270

Stetson Hills Sub-Station Address: 4110 Tutt Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO. 80922 Phone: 719-444-3140 Community Partnership for Child Development Head Start - One on One Training Call Alanna Bedford for appointment Address: 2330 Robinson St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80904 Phone: 719-635-1536 Website: www.cpcdheadstart.org St. Francis Medical Center Register by calling. Address: 6001 E. Woodman Rd., Colorado Springs, CO. 80923 Phone: 719-776-5555 Classes: 12:00 pm- 2:30 pm on the 2nd Saturday of every month


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Fountain Code Enforcement-Spanish Speaking Car Seat Inspection Address: 116 S. Main St., Fountain CO. 80908 Phone: 719-322-2032 Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00 am- 4:00 pm Car Seats-Christine Simosky Consultant and instructor, coordinator for Child Passenger Safety check points, classes, and events. Provides general info on using car seats. Address: 8335 Wildridge Rd., Colorado Springs, CO. 80908 Phone: 719-495-0325 Alliance for Kids Serves as a vehicle to bring together agencies and individuals to form a system of care for children 0-8 years of age and their families in El Paso County. Website provides information on educational and parenting classes available. Address: 2340 Robinson St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80904 Phone: 719-634-8045 Website: www.parentingmatters-epc.org Child and Parent Services Baby and Me, Tobacco Free (Peak Vista) Must be a client of Peak Vista to be eligible for at least 4 sessions after your scheduled prenatal visits. After the sessions are completed, you may be eligible to come in once a month for a year after your baby is born, pass a breathalyzer test, and get a free $25 voucher good diapers at Wal-Mart. Address: 225 S. Union Blvd. 2nd floor, Colorado Springs, CO. 80910 Phone: 719-344-7182 Website: www.peakvista.org Colorado Child Care Assistance (CCCAP) Financial assistance for low-income families for childcare costs. Assists in locating childcare. Address: 1675 W. Garden of the Gods Rd. Colorado Springs, CO. 80907 Phone: 719-444-8178 Website: https://humanservices.elpasoco.com/assistance-programs/#1510677560407-ff8cfff5-69b2716b-00f9571f-18f2 Hours: Monday- Friday 8 :00 am- 5:00 pm Community Partnership for Child Development Qualifying families with children ages 0-5 receive education and support to assist them in fulfilling their role as their children’s first and best teacher. Head start, early head start, and preschool programs available. Address: 2330 Robinson St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80904 Phone: 719-635-1536 Website: www.cpcdheadstart.org


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Connections 4 Life Center Free clothing for adults and children while supplies lasts. Emergency baby clothes, food, formula, and diapers. Independent center for people with disabilities (719-471-8181) Address: 6436 US-85, Suite U, Fountain, CO. 80817 Phone: 719-387-9919 Website: http://www.connections4lifecenter.org/ Hours: Food Pantry every Thursday 5:30 pm- 7:30 pm DNA Paternity Testing Prenatal paternity testing available from 12th week to term. Involves a blood collection from the mother and alleged father. Samples are sent to lab, results available online in one week. Phone: 1-800-362-2368 First Visitor (Peak Vista) Contact Lisa Schulz home visitation for families with new babies. Family case manager available if necessary. Address: 2828 International Cir. #140 Colorado Springs, CO. 80915 Phone: 719-344-6639 Website: www.peakvista.org KPC Respite Center 24 hour phone assistance for crisis child care. Offers temporary respite care, crisis prevention care, and crisis care for infants and young children at no cost to parents or guardians. Services are always provided in a non-judgmental and confidential manner. Address: 2503 Holiday Ln., Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 719-634-5439 Website: www.kpcrespitecenter.org La Leche League Experienced and trained mothers who have nursed their own babies are available for information and support for breast feeding concerns. Support groups meet at various locations and times. Call between 9:00 am- 8:00 pm, except for emergencies, when support is available 24 hours a day. Phone: 481-2909 Website: www.lllusa.org MOPS- Mothers of Preschoolers Groups meet in various churches to provide mentoring, discussion, teaching, creative activities, and childcare for mothers of children from conception to kindergarten in an open, caring, and accepting atmosphere. Call for dates, most programs run in Fall and Spring. Website: www.mops.org Nurse Family Partnership Free to all woman who are eligible for Medicaid and WIC and meet other income requirements. Home visitation program for low income, first-time moms. Includes home visits from a registered nurse from prenatal period through the baby’s second yea. Address: 1675 W. Garden of Gods Rd., Colorado Springs, CO. 80907 Phone: 719-578-3268 Website: www.nursefamilypartnership.org


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Prenatal Outreach (Peak Vista) Provides case management for woman who are at risk for having a low birth weight baby. Medicaid/CHP+ application assistance is also available at Colorado Springs Pregnancy Center (call 591-2724 to schedule an appointment). Address: 225 S. Union Blvd. 2nd Floor, Colorado Springs, CO. 80910 Phone: 719-344-6101 Website: www.peakvista.org Email: [email protected] (prenatal and education coordinator) QuitNet Get support from smokers who are quitting and ex-smokers alike. From simple smoking cesSaturdayion tips, to shared experiences of Nicotine replacement Therapy (NRT) and other quitting medications- the QuitNet community is designed to help members help each other quit smoking…for good! Website: www.quitnet.com QuitLine Don’t quit alone. Get free, one-on-one support from a personalized quit coach, plus free supply of the nicotine patch. If you are pregnant, you also get a reward card you can use to buy things for you and your baby. Phone: 1-800-QUITNOW (784-8669) Website: www.myquitpath.org Springs Rescue Mission Provides the support needed to get connected to life-changing resources at the Resource Advocate Program for the homeless, those with no ID, the illiterate, or those with mental health or substance abuse issues. Address: 5 W. Las Vegas St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80903 Phone: 632-1822 Website: www.springsrescuemission.org Hours: Mon-Friday 8:30-11:30 am at the Supportive Family Services building Savio House Serves low income families who are experiencing child abuse and neglect of their small children or delinquency with their adolescents. Savio intervenes in the lives of families to strengthen them so they may keep their children and remain an intact family. They offer adolescent services (substance abuse, aggression, delinquency, running away), child protection, 24 hour care. Address: 525 E. Uintah St. Colorado Springs, CO. 80903 Phone: 719-634-8365 Website: www.saviohouse.org Woman, Infants, and Children (WIC) Provides food vouchers, nutrition education and breastfeeding support for pregnant women, infants, and children up to age 5. Address: 1675 W. Garden of the Gods Rd., Colorado Springs, CO. 80907 Phone: 719-578-3199 Website: www.coloradowic.com Hours: appointments between 7:45 am-4:15 pm, application available online


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Woman’s Resource Agency Coaches women to become financially independent and achieve employment success. Classes meet every other month designed for job-searching clients to become career-ready. Topics will include personal branding; resume coaching, job searching, budgeting, professional image, and networking. Classes and certification courses are also available for Microsoft Office. At our boutique, job readiness clients who have a pending job interview receive one-on-one coaching from a personal shopper and select an appropriate interview suit to make the transition back to the workforce easier. Outfits include accessories and are free to clients to keep after gaining employment, clients return for additional workplace outfits. Address: 750 Citadel Dr. East #3128, Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 719-471-3170 Website: www.wrainc.org Clothing Crossfire Ministries Services are free to anyone in need as long as the following items are available: food pantry, clothing, toiletry and hygiene items, linens, blankets, sheets, towels, household necessities, and baby bags Address: 2120 E. La Salle St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 719-447-1806 Emergency Phone: 719-650-4152 Website: www.crossfireministries.org Hours: Tuesday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm, Wednesday & Thursday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Ecumenical Social Ministries Clothing closet, emergency food, commodities, utilities, bus vouchers, financial assistance Serves residents in the following ZIP codes: 80903, 05, 06, 07, 09, 10, 16, 26 Address: 201 N. Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80903 Phone: 719-636-1916 Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 11:30 am and 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm First come, first serve Website: www.ecusocmin.org Lighthouse Ministry Call for appointment, guidelines will be given. Address: 833 S. Circle Dr., Colorado Springs, CO. 80910 Phone: 719-633-6800 Mercy’s Gate Provides assistance with rent, utilities (Project COPE), gas and bus vouchers, food, medical needs, legal advice, and clothing. Serves the following ZIP codes: 80907, 08, 09, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 27, 38, 51 Address: 4360 Montebello Dr. #200, Colorado Springs, CO. 80918 Phone: 719-277-7470 Website: www.mercysgatecs.org Hours: Monday 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Wednesday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm


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Salvation Army Clothing, food and utilities assistance. Address: 908 Yuma St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 719-636-3891 Website: www.tsacs.org Hours: Tuesday - Friday 9:00 am- 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Salvation Army (Fountain Valley Area) Clothing, food and utilities assistance. Service area: Fountain, Security, Widefield, Midway, Fort Carson, and Pueblo Address: 901 N. Santa Fe, Fountain, CO. 80817 Phone: 719-382-1182 Website: www.tsacs.org Seventh Day Adventist Community Center Offers food and clothing assistance to those who qualify Address: 1305 N. Union Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 578-5616 Website: www.centralsda.org Hours: Monday 10:00 am - 2 :00 pm Springs Rescue Mission Clothing, emergency food, commodities, and furniture Address: 5 W. Las Vegas St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80903 Phone: 719-632-1822 Website: www.springsrescuemission.org Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am -12:00 pm Counseling/Support Groups Life Network If you have been affected by a past abortion you may find yourself experiencing a wide range of unexpected emotions. Whether it has been days, months or years, we invite you to come and hear how others are healing. Group is currently only open to women. Meets 1st Tuesday of every month 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm, no RSVP required Address: 3700 Galley Rd., Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 719-591-2609 Website: www.cspregnancycenter.com Alcoholics Anonymous Call 24/7 to talk with an AA member and for the locations of over 200 meetings a week Address: 1353 S. 8th St., Suite 209, Colorado Springs, CO. 80906 Phone: 573-5020 Website: www.coloradospringsaa.org


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AspenPointe We provide individual, family, group, and specialized therapy designed to achieve immediate results and long-term recovery. We offer a full complement of support services to assist with transition and re-adjustment. Serves all clients regardless of ability to pay. Access to funding and/or discounts for essential services are offered depending upon family size and income. Self-assessments are available online. Address: 2864 S. Circle Dr. #600, Colorado Springs, CO. 80906 Phone: 719-572-6100 Website: www.aspenpointe.org AspenPointe Acute Services (Lighthouse) Lighthouse offers a secured 24-hour Acute Treatment Unit (ATU) focused on short-term stabilization, treating adults ages 18 and over who are experiencing problems with psychiatric illnesses and/or emotional disorders that need immediate attention. Address: 115 S. Parkside Dr. Colorado Springs, CO. 80910 Phone: 719-635-7000, 1-855-277-3678 (Toll Free) Website: www.aspenpointe.org Biblical Counseling, Calvary Worship Center Free biblical counseling, based on finding the answers and help for life’s problems in God’s Word, is offered to anyone in the community. This counseling concentrates on matters of the heart – our thoughts, attitudes, motives, actions, and speech. This is not a band-aid, a program, or an easy fix. You can expect to discover how complete God’s Word is for every situation you face. Address: 501 Castle Rd., Colorado Springs, CO. 80904 Phone: 719-632-3311 Website: www.cwccs.org Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Catholic Charities of Central Colorado Free Pregnancy counseling with referrals for housing and medical support, adoption search services, infant adoption, advocacy and referral, family life services, prenatal and parenting classes, and referrals for homeless housing. Address: 228 N. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs, CO. 80903 Phone: 636-2345 Website: www.ccharities.org Celebrate Recovery A Christ centered 12 step program and ministry for those dealing with addictions and compulsions, hurts, habits, or hang-ups. Provides fellowship and celebrates God’s healing power through the 12 steps and 8 recovery principles. Social media pages on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Website: www.celebraterecovery.com Center on Fathering Provides resource information, personal support, education mentoring, and outreach for fathers to be responsible for the needs of their children. Provides a 15- session “Fathering Class” that teaches dads to be more actively and positively involved in their children’s development, and a 10-session program called “Conflict-Resolution for Dads”. Address: 325 N. El Paso St. Colorado Springs, CO. 80903 Phone: 719-634-7797 Website: www.humanservices.elpasoco.com/center-on-fathering Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm


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Centro De La Familia Services in English and Spanish for Hispanic and Native American families and individuals. Through counseling, advocacy, parenting classes, crisis intervention, and support groups for victims of domestic violence and child abuse. Centro de la Familia plays a vital role in sustaining and preserving safe, stable and nurturing homes for Latino children and their families. Address: 1287 Lake Plaza Dr., Colorado Springs, CO. 80906 Phone: 719-227-9170, 719-432-5305 (Crisis Line) Website: www.centro.ws Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Compassionate Friends First Baptist Church Provides Friendship, understanding, and hope to those going through the natural grieving process for the death of a child at any age from any cause. Meets 3rd Thursday of the month at 7pm Address: 317 E. Kiowa St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80903 Phone: 719-344-3216 Website: tcfpikespeakchapter.org Email: [email protected] Family Life Services: Women of Courage Monthly meetings offer fundamental life skills and scriptural truths, along with opportunities to engage in a community of moms in similar life situations. One-on-one mentoring is designed to help with budgeting, relationships, and spiritual growth is available, as well as guidance on setting personal goals and maintaining accountability. Crisis assistance for moms and kids is provided. Address: 1880 S. Cascade Ave. Colorado Springs, CO. 80905 Phone: 719-632-4661 Website: www.flscs.org/women-of-courage/ Hours: Monday - Thursday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Grace Community Outreach Church New Walk Ministry helps men coming out of prison, providing housing and empowering men to seek better choices. Every man must go through a special process to be accepted by a board. Facebook page can be found at “Grace Be Unto You Church” Address: 3195 Airport Rd, Colorado Springs, CO. 80910 Phone: 719-596-9076 Grief Share Series of sessions for those who have experiences a death of a loved one, including miscarriage, stillbirth, and SIDS. Classes do not run year-round, visit website for classes. Website: www.griefshare.org Homeward Pikes Peak Free outpatient substance abuse treatment for pregnant woman, or woman who have delivered a drug or alcohol exposed infant. After an assessment of client’s needs, an individual treatment plan with group, individual, or family counseling services will be provided. Clients attending group classes can also receive diapers, baby clothes, formula, transportation support, and childcare assistance. Address: 2010 E. Bijou St. Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 719-473-5557 Website: www.homewardpp.org Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm


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Heart Matters The experienced teams of counselors at Heart Matters know each person and their journey is unique, so they work together to ensure the best emotional, psychological, and spiritual care for your specific needs. They offer individual and couples counseling, specializing in co-dependence, sexual addiction, partners of sexual addiction, and same-sex attraction, They also offer 3-day intensives for addictions and trauma recovery. Address: 720 Elkton Dr., Colorado Springs, CO. 80907 Phone: 719-278-3708 Website: www.drdougwess.com Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm Hope for Healing, PLLC Cheryl G. Field, M.A. Counsels adult survivors of childhood trauma and individuals struggling with sexual addiction, or same-sex attraction. She also counsels partners of addicts in need of processing co-dependence and grief issues. Through individual, group, couples, and intensive therapy, she helps them emotionally and relationally to restore trust and sexual intimacy. Address: 7025 Tall Oak Dr., Colorado Springs, CO. 80919 Phone: 719-332-1559 Website: www.talloakcounseling.com Marriage and Family Treatment Center Mental health counseling for children, teenagers, and adults. Ongoing support groups, as well as individual, group, and couples counseling. Address: 10 Boulder Crescent St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80903 Phone: 719-520-1711 Postpartum Depression Group Offers free pregnancy test, some ultrasounds, and STD testing. Also offers an abortion support group, and mentoring and education for first time parents. Address: 3700 Galley Rd., Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 719-591-2724 Website: www.cfpregnancycenter.com Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Provides hope, help, and healing to families grieving the loss of a child to SIDS through grief, support, prayer, financial assistance, and awareness. Phone: 800-815-1306 (Toll Free), 920-212-0798 (Direct) Website: www.sidsamerica.org


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Crisis Centers Colorado Crisis TEXT Service: Text TALK to 38255 Crisis Hotlines:

• Child abuse, neglect, prevention, and reporting: 1-844-264-5437 (1-844-CO-4-KIDS) • Colorado Springs Police Department: 444-7000 • Colorado Springs Victim Advocacy Unit: 444-7777 • El Paso County Sheriff Victim’s Assistance: 390-5555 • Drug/Alcohol Assessment and Treatment: 578-3150 • Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-866-455-5075 • Mental Health Crisis: 719-635-7000 (AspenPointe) • National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 • Rocky Mountain Crisis Partners: 1-844-493-TALK (8255) • Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug Center: 1-800-222-1222 • Suicide Prevention Partnership 24/7: 1-888-855-1212

Catholic Charities of Central Colorado Free Pregnancy counseling with referrals for housing and medical support, adoption search services, infant adoption, advocacy and referral, family life services, prenatal and parenting classes, and referrals for homeless housing. Address: 228 N. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs, CO. 80903 Phone: 866-6298 Website: www.ccharities.org Colorado Springs Pregnancy Center (Life Network) Offers free pregnancy test, some ultrasounds, and STD testing. Also offers an abortion support group, and mentoring and education for first time parents. Address: 3700 Galley Rd., Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 719-591-2724 Website: www.cfpregnancycenter.com Mercy’s Gate Provides assistance with rent, utilities (Project COPE), gas and bus vouchers, food, medical needs, legal advice, and clothing. Serves the following ZIP codes: 80907, 08, 09, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 27, 38, 51 Address: 4360 Montebello Dr. #200, Colorado Springs, CO. 80918 Phone: 719-277-7470 Website: www.mercysgatecs.org Hours: Monday 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Wednesday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm TESSA-Center for Prevention of Domestic Violence Safe house provides emergency shelter, food, case management, counseling, and support to female victims and their children who have become homeless because of domestic violence. Offers group and individual psychotherapy to people involved in domestic violence, as well as to victims of sexual assault. Walk-In Advocacy Services can assist with filling out paperwork to apply for a protection order. The Children’s Program offers therapeutic and non-therapeutic services and supports to children who have witnessed and/or been victims of domestic violence. Must be in immediate danger and need help to get out of situation. Address: Six locations throughout El Paso County Phone: 719-633-3819 (24/7 crisis line), 719-633-1462 (main office)


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Website: www.tessacs.org Hours: Monday - Thursday 7:30 am - 4:30 pm and Friday 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Dental Care KIND (Kids in Need of Dentistry) Call to request application or download online. Dental care for kids under 17. Accepts Medicaid and CHP+ and offers a low-cost plan for families who qualify. Must have proof of household income. Serving Southern Colorado. Address: 2125 East La Salle Dr. Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 719-227-1018 Website: www.kindsmiles.org Peak Vista A full spectrum of dental services are available, including specialty pediatric care. Medicaid and CHP+ accepted. Address: 2828 International Cir. #140 Colorado Springs, CO. 80915 Phone: 719-632-5700 to enroll as a patient Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm Website: www.peakvista.org FOOD Bread of Life Food Pantry (Holy Cross Lutheran Church) Serves zip codes 80909, 15, 16, 17, 51 Address: 4125 Constitution Ave., Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 719-596-0661 Hours: Monday - Tuesday 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Website: www.holycrosscs.org Care and Share Food Pantry Address: 2605 Preamble Point, Colorado Springs, CO. 80915 Phone: 719-528-1247, 719-955-0742 (Emergency food) Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Website: www.careandshare.org Connections 4 Life Free clothing for adults and children while supplies lasts. Emergency baby clothes, food, formula, and diapers. Independent center for people with disabilities (719-471-8181). Also offers bible study on Mon and Tuesday, life skill classes, counseling, and prayer. Address: 6436 US-85, Suite U, Fountain, CO. 80817 Phone: 719-387-9919 Website: http://www.connections4lifecenter.org/ Hours: Food Pantry every Thursday 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm


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Crossfire Ministries Services are free to anyone in need as long as the following items are available: food pantry, clothing, toiletry and hygiene items, linens, blankets, sheets, towels, household necessities, and baby bags Address: 2120 E. La Salle St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 719-447-1806 Emergency Phone: 719-650-4152 Website: www.crossfireministries.org Hours: Tuesday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm, Wednesday & Thursday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Divine Redeemer Catholic Church Emergency food 2nd and 4th Monday of each month, 11:30 am-1:30 pm Address: 927 N. Logan Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Phone: 719-633-5559 Website: www.divineredeemer.net Ecumenical Social Ministries Clothing closet, emergency food, commodities, utilities, bus vouchers, financial assistance Serves residents in the following zip codes: 80903, 05, 06, 07, 09, 10, 16, 26. Also offers shower, clothing closet, and laundry service, first come, first serve in the morning. Address: 201 N. Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO. 80903 Phone: 719-636-1916 Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am- 11:30 am and 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm First come, first serve Website: www.ecusocmin.org Ellicott Helping Hands Emergency food and commodities. Servicing El Paso County. Address: 2055 North Log Road, Calhan, CO. 80808 Phone: 719-683-3404 Fellowship Bible Church Offers emergency food 1st and 3rd Saturdays from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Address: 5590 N. Nevada Ave. Colorado Springs, CO. 80918 Phone: 719-593-2433 Website: www.fbccs.org Good News Foundation Emergency food and commodities. Address: 125 N. Parkside Dr. #105 Colorado Springs, CO. 80909 Phone: 638-8985 Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 am - 1:30 pm Good Shepherd United Methodist Church For emergency food please contact the church office from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Address: 1201 Leta Dr., Security, CO. 80911 Phone: 719-596-9076 Website: www.gsumc-cs.org Commodities hours: Thursday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (Cooper Hall)


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Grace Be Unto You Outreach Church Food pantry and clothing Address: 3195 Airport Rd, 80910 Phone: 719-596-9076 Hours: Wednesday 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Website: gracebeuntoyou.org Fresh Start Center Food; servicing area ZIP codes 80808, 28, 30, 31, 32, 33, 35, 64, and 80923 Address: 7375 Adventure way, 80923 Phone: 719-495-3123 Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm/ 3rd Saturday 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Website: highplainshelpinghands.com Holy Cross Lutheran Church Food; servicing ZIP codes 80909, 15, 16, 17, 51 Address: 4125 Constitution Ave, 80909. Phone: 719-596-0661 Hours: Monday – Tuesday 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm & Saturday 9:00 am – non-emergency Website: holycrosscs.org Iglesia Nueva Vida (New Life Church) Provides 1 box of free food, drinks, snacks to anyone who is in need, regardless of zipcode. Address: 124 Delaware Dr. 80909 Phone: 719-598-1853 Hours: 2nd & 4th Thursday, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Website: iglesiacfnv.com Manna Ministries Hot meal Address: 500 W Bijou St., 80905 Phone: 719-635-1057 Hours: Sunday & Wednesday 4:45 pm Website: churchofthelordofglory.com Marian House Soup Kitchen Hot meal served Address: 14 W Bijou St., 80903 Phone: 719-475-7314 Hours: Monday – Saturday 10:30 am – 1:00 pm & Sunday 8:45 am – 10:00 am Website: ccharitiescc.org Mercy’s Gate (Fellowship Bible Church) Works with the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) to help supplement the diets of low-income persons by providing them with monthly food packages. This program is open to qualifies residents throughout El Paso County. Check online for further services. Servicing ZIP codes: 80907, 08, 09, 15, 17-24, 27, 38, 51 Address: 5590 N Nevada Ave 80918 Phone: 719-277-7470 Hours: Mondays 9:00 am - 12:00pm Website: mercysgatecs.org


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Mountain View Presbyterian Church Emergency food services. A photo ID is required and an item with your current address if it is your first visit. Address: 2520 Arlington Dr, 80910 Phone: 719-632-9664 Hours: 1st & 4th Tuesday 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, 2nd 3rd & 5th Tuesday 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Website: mynconline.com Sacred Heart “Lord’s Dinner” Hot meal Address: 2021 W Pikes Pead 80904 Phone: 719-389-0759 Hours: Sundays 6:00 pm Website: tricommunity.org Salvation Army Address: 908 Yuma St., 80909 Phone: 719-636-3891 Hours: (emergency food) Monday, Wednesday & Fridays 11:00 am – 3:00 pm, with an ID and a piece of mail. Lunch ($2) 11:30 pm – 1:00 pm, Dinner ($2) 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm. Website: tsacs.org Salvation Army (Fountain Valley Area) Emergency food, services area: Fountain Security, Widefield, Midway, Ft. Carson & Pueblo. Also, able to help with Fountain utilities. Address: 208 Cunningham Drive Phone: 719-382-1182 Hours: Monday & Fridays 9:00 am – 4:00 pm & Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm. Website: tsacs.org Seventh Day Adventist Church Emergency food, commodities and clothing Address: 1305 N Union Blvd, 80909 Phone: 719-578-5616 Hours: Monday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Website: centralsda.org Springs Rescue Mission Address: 25 W Las Vegas, 80903 Phone: 719-632-1822 Website: springsrescuemission.org St. Dominic Catholic Church Emergency food, call first Address: 5354 S Hwy 85, Security, 80911 Phone: 719-392-7653 Hours: Tuesday only 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Website: coloradostdominic.org


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St Patrick’s Catholic Church Emergency food Address: 6455 Brookpark Dr. 80918 Phone: 719-598-3595 Hours: Friday 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Website: stpatscs.org Tri-Lakes Cares Emergency food, commodities, utilities and financial assistance. Servicing Palmer Lake, Woodmoor, Monument, and ZIP codes (northern part of 80908) 80132, 33, 80840, and 80921. Shop food pantry and case manager. Address: 235 Jefferson St, Monument 80132 Phone: 719-481-4864 Hours: Monday & Thursday 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm Website: tri-lakecares.org True Spirit Baptist Church Emergency food and commodities. A form of ID is required when going to the pantry Address: 5120 Astrozon Blvd. 80916 Phone: 719-575-9287 Hours: Fridays 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Website: truspiritbaptistchurch.com Walt Fortman Center Call for appointment for financial, gas, utilities or one-time prescription assistance. Servicing areas: Fountain, Security, Widefield, ZIP codes: 80817, 80911, 80925, 80926, 80928, 80929, 81008 Address: 501 E Iowa, Fountain 80817 Phone: 719-382-8515 Hours: Emergency food Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm – 5:00pm Website: ppcaa.org Westside Cares - Screening/intake/referral for several westside food banks. - Services for resident’s west of I-25, south of Air Force Academy, north of Ft. Carson & east of Teller county. - 7 food pantries, clothing, toiletries, good will vouchers, laundry vouchers, rental assistance and help with getting IDs, mothers helper meeting, food stamps help, housing help. - Medical help: has a nurse every morning and a doctor Wednesday after 12:00 pm. - Alcoholics anonymous on Tuesday - Medicaid 2 times a month Address: 2808 W Colorado Ave. 80904 Phone: 719-389-0759 Hours: ZIP codes 80904, 05, 06, 07 : Monday – Thursday 9:30 am – 12:30 pm ZIP codes 80919, 80809, 80829, 80819 - Thursday 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm Website: westsidecares.org


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Healthcare – Free Dream Centers Women’s Clinic Primary care & basic gynecology care is free, regardless of services provided. If specialized care is needed beyond the services the clinic is currently able to provide, patient may incur costs at referral providers. Also offers counseling and chiropractic care. Address: 4360 Montebello Dr #900, 80918 Phone: 719-388-1594 Hours: Mondays & Wednesday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm, Tuesdays 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Website: dreamcenterscos.org Penrose Hospital Main Address: 2215 N Cascade Ave, 80907 St. Francis Medical Center Address: 6001 E Woodmen Rd, 80923 Memorial Hospital Central Address: 1400 E Boulder, 80909 Memorial Hospital North Address: 4050 Briargate Pkwy, 80920 *if it LS an emergency, go to one of the hospitals. If you can’t obtain case elsewhere for “routine” healthcare, they are required by law to provide care to all who need it. HealthLink Call for health questions, wellness classes or help finding a doctor. Phone: 719-444-2273(CARE) Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 7:00 pm Marian House S.E.T. Clinic Located at the soup kitchen, open during 12:00 pm meal. OTC remedies and basic prescription drugs, socks, toiletries, minimal “hands-on” care provided by licensed medial volunteers for the homeless and very low income. Closed for holidays. Address: 14 W Bijou, 80903 Phone: 719-475-7314 Hours: Monday – Friday 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Website: setofcs.org Mission Medical Provides free medical and prescription assistance for eligible, low-income, uninsured residents of El Paso and Teller Counties, ages 19-64. Provides flu shots, TB testing, diabetic clinic, and vision care. Medclinic provides dental and vision if you have Medicare or Medicaid. Address: 2125 E La Salle St., 80909 Phone: 719-219-3402 Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Medclinic: 3rd Saturdays 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Website: missionmedicalclinic.org


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Nurse Family Partnership Free to all women who are eligible for Medicaid and WIC and meet other income requirements. Home visitation program for low income, first-time moms. Includes home visits from a registered nurse from prenatal period through the baby’s second year. Address: 1675 W Garden of the Gods Rd., 80907 Phone: 719-578-3268 Website: nursefamilypartnership.org Open Bible Medical Clinic Serves patients in the El Paso County community with primary medical care for acute and chronic illness as well as provides limited mental health counseling. All of our dedicated and professional staff are volunteers. Employed patients my qualify at or below 200% of the federal government’s poverty level guidelines, have no health insurance coverage or be eligible for state or federal coverage (Medicaid or Medicare), nor be a member of Peak Vista Community Health Center, S.E.T., or Mission Medical. Address: 555 E Costilla St. Phone: 719-475-0972 Hours: Tuesday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Thursdays 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, Saturdays 9:00 am – 1:00 pm (pharmacy only) Website: openbiblemedical.org Tri-Lakes Cares This program allows residents of Palmer Lake, Woodmoor and Monument who are uninsured, or under-insured, to obtain primary medical care at no cost. School and sports physicals are offered to families who have financial difficulties. Medical treatment is provided by either a licensed physician or nurse practitioner who volunteers their time to the community. This program is not designed or equipped to handle medical emergencies! A doctor is available by appointment. Nursing services do not require an appointment. Address: 235 Jefferson St. Monument 80132 Phone: 719-481-4864 X 23 Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday & Fridays Website: tri-lakecares.org Westside CARES A Faith Community Nurse arranges for Westside neighbors to get medical care, long-term prescription assistance, dental care, and mental health care for themselves and their children. She also provides referrals to doctors, dentists, and other health care providers who accept Medicaid and Medicare patients. Also offers assistance with food, clothing and rent for those in El Paso County and west of I-25) Address: 2808 W Colorado Ave, 80904 Phone: 719-389-0759 Hours: Monday – Thursdays 9:30 am – 12:30 pm (8:30 am checkin) & Thursday evenings 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm Website: westsidecares.org


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Healthcare – Low Cost or Sliding Scale Colorado Child Health Plan Plus A low-cost health insurance program for uninsured Colorado children ages 18 and under whose families are not eligible for Medicaid but cannot afford private insurance. Parents must meet income guidelines. Address: 4500 Cherry Creek S. Dr., Denver, CO 80246 Phone: 1-800-359-1991 Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Website: www.chpplus.org Connect for Health Colorado This is the marketplace to help individuals and families purchase health insurance and apply for new federal financial assistance to reduce costs. Connect for Health Colorado offers a statewide customer support network of Customer Service Center Representatives, Health Coverage Guides and licensed agents/brokers to help Coloradans find the best health plan for their needs. Phone: 855-PLANS-4-YOU (855-752-6749) Website: www.connectforhealthco.com El Paso County Public Health Call for appointment Immunization Clinic: Provides immunizations, blood pressure checks, and TB skin tests. There is a $30 clinic fee in addition to the price of the vaccine. Address: 1675 W. Garden of the Gods Rd. #2044, 80907 Phone: 719-578-3199 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 11:50 am and 1:00 pm - 3:50 pm Website: www.elpasocountvhealth.org Family Planning Clinic (Reproductive Health): Provides reproductive health care services for men and women, including counseling on abstinence. We provide women and men with screening, diagnosis and treatment for STD's, pregnancy testing and referral to health care providers/agencies. Fees for services are charged on a sliding scale based on income. Health Care Program for Children with Special Needs Offers care coordination of medical and social services for children with special needs, ages 0-21. Phone: 719-578-3200 Peak Vista Convenient Care Center Provides same-day, scheduled appointments for the entire community and for all ages. Our experienced healthcare providers can assist in the treatment of sudden, minor illness and injury. If you do not have insurance or are not a Peak Vista member we provide a sliding scale co-pay system based on your current income. Address: 3205 N Academy Blvd, suite 100, 80917 Phone: 719-632-5700 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 10:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sunday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Website: www.peakvista.org


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Peak Vista Family Health Center Offers primary medical and behavioral healthcare to persons of all ages. Services include preventative, routine exams, same-day treatment of acute illness and injury, on-going primary care and follow-up for chronic health conditions. Patients must be enrolled at Peak Vista before receiving care at this center. Address: 3207 N. Academy #3100, 80917 Phone: 719-632-5700 Hours: Website: www.peakvista.org Rio Grande Clinic Services include diagnosis and treatment of sudden, minor illnesses and injuries, on-going primary care for prevention and chronic health conditions, women's health check-ups (including pap smears, mammograms and birth control), minor surgeries, dental services, health education and referrals without regard to lack of permanent residence. Address: 117 W. Rio Grande St., 80903 Phone: 719-632-5700 Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Mobile van: Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9:00 am – 11:00 am Website: www.peakvista.org Peak Vista Pediatric Health Center Provides outpatient, primary care for children ages 0-17, by checking vision, hearing and physical development. In addition to caring for sudden illnesses, injuries and on-going primary care needs, we provide preventive physical exams and immunizations and employ a full-time Behavioral Health Specialist to help patients with emotional or behavioral concerns. Patients must be enrolled at Peak Vista before receiving care at this center. Address: 2828 International Cir. #140, 80910 Phone: 719-632-5700 Website: www.peakvista.org Peak Vista Women's Health Clinic Patients must be enrolled at Peak Vista before receiving care at this center. Services are customized to the needs of women at every phase of their lives: first menstruation education, birth control, prenatal care and counseling & postnatal follow-up. Special services include Prenatal Plus - ensuring a healthy baby through diet and lifestyle guidance via a registered nurse, registered dietitian. Medicaid and Medicare accepted. Address: 225 S. Union Blvd, 2nd Fl, 80910 Phone: 719-632-5700 Website: www.peakvista.org S.E.T. Family Clinics Call for an appointment. Uninsured & low-income patients accepted. Services include treatment of minor illnesses such as bronchitis, sore throats, earaches, eye infections, minor dermatological conditions, hypertension and diabetes. A limited number of school, day care and sports physicals are also available. S.E.T. does dental clean & x-rays only. Address: 2864 S Circle # 450, 80906 Phone: 719-776-8850 Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm. Website: www.setofcs.org


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Healthcare - Prescription Assistance Billie Spielman Center Westside Community Center Provides emergency medical prescriptions. Servicing areas west of 1-25. Address: 1616 W. Bijou, 80904 Phone: 719-344-8994 x 251 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 11:30 am and 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm. Website: www.ppcaa.org Ecumenical Social Ministries Can provide emergency medicine. Must bring written prescription, non-narcotics only. Address: 201 N. Weber St., 80903 Phone: 719-636-1916 Website: www.ecusocmin.org Mercy's Gate A Faith Community Nurse arranges for neighbors to get medical care, long-term prescription assistance, dental care, and mental health care for individuals and their children. She also provides referrals to doctors, dentists, and other health care providers who accept Medicaid and Medicare patients. Address: 4360 Montebello Dr. #200, 80918 Phone: 719-277-7470 Hours: Website: www.mercysgatecs.org Patient Assistant Plans Free Drug Discount Card and information. Most of the drug companies have programs that provide free medication for indigent people. The application forms range from very user-friendly to very complicated. A doctor must sign the applications, and the drugs are usually shipped to your doctor's office. Website: www.rxassist.org & www.needvmeds.com TLC Pharmacy Helps provide free access to medical care and life-saving medication for the poor and uninsured in our community. Address: 555 E. Costilla, 80903 Phone: 719-596-4449 Hours: Monday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Tuesday 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Wednesday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Website: www.tlcpharmacv.org Tri-Lakes CARES Limited prescription assistance. Free over-the-counter medications (cough, allergy, first aid, etc.). Can help completing applications for RX Assist programs. A doctor is available by appointment only, with limited prescription, co-pay and procedure assistance. Call for eligibility information. Address: 235 N Jefferson St. Monument, 80132 Phone: 719-481-4864 x 103 Hours: Thursdays by appointment only Website: www.tri-lakescares.org


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Trimble Fund Will help with buying glasses, dentures and hearing aids. Eye exams and dental services performed by volunteers. Leave a message on their recorder. Must be an El Paso County resident for over a year. Phone: 719-634-7360 Westside CARES Assistance for prescription needs may be available to Westside neighbors depending on their circumstances. Neighbors seeking prescription assistance will meet with our pastoral nurse who assesses the qualifying criteria and medical needs on an individual basis. Address: 1930 W. Colorado Ave., 80904 Phone: 719-389-0759 Website: www.westsidecares.org Housing: Emergency Shelter Family Promise of CO Provides homeless families with children a safe, homelike shelter where the family can stay together and share meals, as parents work with a case manager to acquire employment and affordable housing, and to regain independence and self-sufficiency. Sleeping rooms are provided to guest families for a week at a time at the facilities of one of 36 faith-based congregations. Three meals and evening hospitality are provided, no proselytizing to guest families is allowed. Address: 519 N. Tejon St., 80903 Phone: 719-329-1244 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Website: www.ihn-cos.org R.J. Montgomery New Hope Center (Salvation Army) Colorado Springs' only 24/7 emergency shelter can accommodate up to 210 people. Residents receive a warm place to sleep, meals and access to shower and laundry facilities where all necessary provisions are supplied. The Children's Discovery Center is a place where residents can be with their children for a positive, bonding family experience. The Center offers education, individualized care and a chance for kids to be kids in a safe, clean environment. Address: 709 S. Sierra Madre, 80903 Phone: 719-578-9190 Website: www.tsacs.org TESSA - Center for Prevention of Domestic Violence Locations throughout El Paso County Safe house provides emergency shelter, food, case management, counseling and support to female victims and their children who have become homeless because of domestic violence. Offers group and individual psychotherapy to people involved in domestic violence, as well as to victims of sexual assault. Walk-In Advocacy Services can assist with filling out paperwork to apply for a protection order. The Children's Program offers therapeutic and non-therapeutic services and support to children who have witnessed and/or been victims of domestic violence. Phone: 719-633-3819 (crisis line – 24/7) 719-633-1462 (office) Hours: Monday - Thursday 7:30 am - 4:30 pm and Friday 7:30 am – 12:00 pm Website: www.tessacs.org


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Housing: Maternity Homes Little Flower Maternity Home Pregnant mothers over 18 can come and live free of charge from any point in their pregnancy until their baby is 6 months old. Mothers will spend their time saving money and working towards self-sufficiency, giving them the opportunity to focus on having a safe and healthy pregnancy and to set future goals for themselves. Mothers will enter the next chapter of their lives, leaving behind unhealthy and unsafe behavior. Not only will the mothers give birth to their babies, but they will also give birth to their own "New" life. Address: PO Box 270181, Louisville, CO 80027 (Boulder County) Phone: 303-618-6099 Website: www.littleflowermaternity.org Shannon's Hope Provides a residential community for pregnant women over age sixteen who want to rebuild their lives. One of the goals is to foster a spirit of independence for women and pass the same spirit on to their children, enabling many to break dependent roles. Must commit to a minimum of 6 months participation in program, be drug-free for at least 6 months, have no recent violent criminal charges and be able to pay a small residential fee. Address: P.O. Box 1477, Wheatridge, CO 80034 Phone: 303-480-LIFE (5433) Website: www.shannonshope.org Housing: Transitional (with Support and/or Recovery Programs) Alano Houses Two men's houses and one women's house: $425.00 a month for rent and utilities, food and hygiene supplies not included. Provides a safe and healthy environment for alcoholics/addicts and their families to find recovery. Treatment services include substance abuse, mental health education, pastoral and recovery support. Address: 1020 Jefferson St., 80907 Phone: 866-520-1732 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm and Saturday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm. Website: www.alanohouse.org Family Mentor Alliance - Springs Rescue Mission Provides mentoring services and assistance for families to transition from homelessness to stable housing. Once a mentee family is approved, the FMA can help locate resources for food, clothing and furniture for a home. Contact Jackie Jaramillo, Director of Family Mentor Alliance Address: 5 W. Las Vegas, 80903 Phone: 719-314-2382 email: [email protected] Website: www.mvsrm.org


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Family Life Services Family Life Services Ministry staff provides the following services to low income female head of household families living at their facility.

- a community of like-minded moms and children - secure play areas for children - one-to-one mentoring (optional support groups) - counseling for individuals, families and children offered on a sliding scale rate - networking assistance and referrals - life skills classes - child and youth summer camps and mentoring opportunities - participation in our monthly Women of Courage meeting

Address: 1880 S Cascade Ave., 80905 Phone: 719-632-4661 Website: www.flscs.org Grace Be Unto You Outreach Church New Walk Ministry helps men coming out of prison, providing housing and empowering men to seek better choices. Every man must go through a special process to be accepted by a board. Address: 3195 Airport Rd., 80910 Phone: 719-596-9076 Website: www.gracebeuntovou.org Greccio Housing Offers stable, safe, affordable housing, and services for residents to maintain and strengthen the family structure. One-third of our residents are children. Twenty locations in Colorado Springs. Must have a gross income of 2.5 times the rent. Address: 1808 W. Colorado Ave., 80904 Phone: 719-475-1422 x 104 Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm and Friday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm. Website: www.greccio.org Hands and Heart Ministry This residential program is based in one- and two-bedroom units and will include financial support in the form of subsidized rent as well as care and compassion from our ministry partners. Moms will be provided help in many areas including financial management, parenting skills, home repair and maintenance, cooking and nutrition, computer skills and Bible studies. Address: 730 East Hills Dr., 80909 Phone: 719-264-9407 Website: www.handsandheartministrv.com Partners in Housing Our mission is to provide homeless families with children the hope and opportunity to achieve self-sufficiency through supportive services and transitional housing. We provide homeless families with up to two years of transitional housing, during which time they also participate in intensive supportive services, including case management, budget counseling, and life skills training. Address: 455 Gold Pass Heights, 80906 Phone: 719-325-5835 Website: www.partnersinhousing.org


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Salvation Army Transitional Family Housing provides a stimulating and safe refuge for all kinds of people transitioning from homelessness to self-sufficiency. Address: 910 Yuma St., 80909 Phone: 719-635-1287 Website: www.tsacs.org Springs Rescue Mission Our Family Crisis Center consists of a 12 to 18-month, faith-based, residential development program. The program is a comprehensive residential program that provides families with transitional housing, meals, counseling, education and career training as well as life skills such as parenting, nutrition, and health. Address: 5 W. Las Vegas St., 80903 Phone: 719-632-1822 Website: www.my.srm.org The Joel Home A local program designed to help young men who have transitioned out of the foster care system, providing a safe, supportive home and an opportunity to develop interdependent living skills. Each home houses four young men and a full time Resident Advisor. Phone: 719-482-8677 email: [email protected] Website: www.hopechest.org/joel-home Victory Outreach The Christian Recovery Home is a 24-hour, live-in treatment program. The Right Step Sober Living Home is an outpatient program providing relapse prevention and behavior management courses. Address: 2818 N. Nevada Ave., 80907 Phone: 719-477-0000 Website: www.vocolorado.org Jobs Goodwill Career Development Center Designed for individuals receiving public assistance. Provides individualized job search assistance with current job openings, completing applications and securing interviews. The Center has telephones, a fax machine, and internet access available, can also provide voicemail addresses for individuals to have a reliable way to receive messages from prospective employers. Address: 1675 Garden of the Gods Rd., 80907 Phone: 719-444-5041 Website: www.discovermvgoodwill.org Pikes Peak Workforce Center Access to the largest job demand and labor supply listings in the area. Offers job training programs, career planning, financial aid resources, workshops, assessments and hiring events. Provides service for the disadvantaged, unemployed, under-employed and dislocated workers. Youth Center for ages 14-21 also offers pre-GED testing and summer job program. Address: 1675 Garden of the Gods Rd., 80907 Phone: 719-667-3700 Website: www.ppwfc.org


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Legal Help Colorado Legal Services Provides access to high-quality, civil legal services for low-income persons and members of vulnerable populations. Within the website you will find self-help, legal information for civil legal matters such as family law, housing issues, Medicare/Medicaid law, food stamps, and welfare issues. You can find free or low-cost legal help, court information and referrals. You may prepare several Colorado courts forms online. 1 hour. Address: 617 S. Nevada Ave., 80903 Phone: 719-471-0380 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am – 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Website: www.coloradolegalservices.org Child Support Enforcement Address: 30 E. Pikes Peak, 2nd floor, 80903 Phone: 719-457-6631 or 866-270-2606 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Website: www.elpasocountvcss.com Crime Stoppers If you wish to submit a tip about a crime, please call. Cash rewards are paid for anonymous tips that lead to the felony arrest of suspects or wanted felons, the recovery of narcotics, stolen property and cash. Phone: 719-634-STOP (7867) Website: www.crimestop.net El Paso County Lawyer Referral Service Referral to a private attorney matched to your legal needs, provided by the El Paso County Bar Association. There is an initial consultation fee, and normally a retainer is required. Address: 200 S. Cascade Ave. # 150, 80903 Phone: 719-636-1532 Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Website: www.cat.elpasoco.com Mercy's Gate Provides assistance with rent, Project COPE, gas and bus vouchers, food, medical needs, legal advice, and clothing. Servicing ZIP codes: 80907, 08, 09, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 27, 38, 51 Address: 4360 Montebello Dr. #200, 80918 Phone: 719-277-7470 Hours: Monday 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Wednesday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Thursday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Website: www.mercvsgatecs.org


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Rent / Utilities / Gas / Emergency Financial Assistance All of these agencies offer LIMITED assistance in these areas. They will help with PART of the Wednesday rent or utility bill, for example. They often collaborate with other agencies to meet the need. Much of this help is tied to working with their caseworkers. Billie Spielman Center - Westside Community Center Provides emergency needs such as rent or mortgage, utilities, food, medical prescriptions, assistance with obtaining a valid identification, housing rehabilitation, transportation, and budget counseling. Servicing only areas west of 1-25. Address: 1616 W. Bijou, 80904 Phone: 719-344-8994 x 251 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 11:30 am and 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm. Website: www.ppcaa.org Colorado Works (TANF) Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Provides cash assistance to low-income families. Application for any Colorado Works program begins with an assessment designed to determine a family's needs, challenges, strengths and level of job readiness. Address: 1675 W. Garden of the Gods, 3rd Floor, 80907 Phone: 719-444-5226 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Website: www.dhs.elpasoco.com Ecumenical Social Ministries Can provide gas vouchers (must bring valid driver's license and auto insurance), or bus tokens/vouchers for Colorado Springs area. Rental assistance will only be provided on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings with only three rental assistance approvals per morning. Once the three approvals have been met, no other rental assistance clients will be seen on those days. Clients are advised to either call first to determine whether they qualify, or be in line first thing in the morning. Servicing ZIP Codes: 80903, 05, 06, 07, 09, 10, 16, 26. Address: 201 N. Weber St., 80903 Phone: 719-636-1916 Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 11:30 am and 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm. Website: www.ecusocmin.org Holy Cross Lutheran Church Volunteers conduct one-on-one interviews with people who need help with rent, mortgage and utility bills. Teams meet on Wednesdays to determine how much help can be provided. Team members partner with Northern Churches Cares, West Side Churches, Women Partnering, Ecumenical Social Ministries and Focus on the Family in providing financial assistance for families. Address: 4125 Constitution Ave., 80909 Phone: 719-596-0661 Hours: Monday & Tuesday 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Website: www.holycrosscs.org


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L.E.A.P. (Low Income Assistance Program) The Colorado LEAP program is a federally funded state-supervised, county-administered system and is designed to assist with your winter heating costs. Eligibility period runs from Nov. l - April 30. Address: 1675 W. Garden of the Gods Rd., 80907 Phone: 866-432-8435 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 11:30 am and 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm. Website: www.dhs.elpasoco.com Mercy's Gate Provides assistance to residents in ZIP codes: 80907, 08, 09, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 27, 38, 51 with rent, Project COPE, gas and bus vouchers, food, medical needs, legal advice, and clothing. Address: 4360 Montebello Dr. #200, 80918 Phone: 719-277-7470 Hours: Monday 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Wednesday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Thursday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Website: www.mercvsgatecs.org Salvation Army Utilities, clothing and food assistance. Address: 908 Yuma St., 80909 Phone: 719-636-3891 Hours: Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Website: www.tsacs.org Salvation Army (Fountain Valley Area) Utilities, clothing and food assistance. Service Area: Fountain, Security, Widefield, Midway, Fort Carson and Pueblo Address: 901 S. Santa Fe, Fountain, CO 80817 Phone: 719-382-9230 Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm. Website: www.tsacs.org Tri-Lakes Cares Utilities, emergency food, commodities, financial assistance. Servicing Areas: Palmer Lake, Woodmoor, Monument Address: 235 N. Jefferson, Monument, CO 80132 Phone: 719-481-4864 Hours: Monday and Thursday 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Website: www.tri-lakescares.org Walt Fortman Center Emergency food. Call for appointment for financial, gas, utilities, or one-time prescription assistance. Servicing Area: Fountain, Security, and Widefield, ZIP codes: 80817, 80911, 80925, 80926, 80928, 80929, 81008 Address: 501 E. Iowa, Fountain, CO 80817 Phone: 719-382-8515 Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Website: www.ppcaa.org


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STD Testing Locations Colorado Springs Pregnancy Center Free STD testing for Chlamydia and Gonorrhea is provided for women and men over age 12, including education, treatment and referrals as needed, results are provided at a second appointment. Free HIV screening (finger prick) is provided, clients are able to receive results the same day. Website: www.cspregnancvcenter.com Address: 3700 Galley Rd., 80909

Phone: 719-591-2724 Address: 3925 Centennial Blvd., 80907

Phone: 719-623-2870 Dream Centers Women's Clinic Free STD testing offered for women ages 18-64 for a full range of diseases. Orders are written to be filled at Quest Labs. Treatment is provided on-site. Address: 4360 Montebello Dr. #900, 80918 Phone: 719-388-1594 Hours: Mondays & Wednesdays 9:00 am – 4:00 pm, Tuesdays 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Website: dreamcenterscos.org El Paso County Public Health Clinical Services provides women and men with screening, diagnosis and treatment for STD's including Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Trichomoniasis, Hepatitis C, and HIV. We also offer pregnancy testing, counseling on abstinence and referral to health care providers/agencies. Under age 18 fees are charged on a donation basis, over age 18 fees are on a sliding scale based on income. Call for appointment. Address: 1675 W. Garden of the Gods Rd. #2044, 80907 Phone: 719-578-3199 Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 11:45 am & 1:00 pm – 3:45 pm. Website: www.elpasocountyhealth.org Peak Vista Convenient Care Center Provides same-day, scheduled appointments for women & men of all ages. Testing on site for Chlamydia & Gonorrhea, further testing will be referred to a local lab. We accept many insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. If you do not have insurance or are not a Peak Vista member we provide a sliding scale co-pay system based on your current income. Address: 3205 N. Academy Blvd #100, 80917 Phone: 719-632-5700 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am -10:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sunday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Website: www.peakvista.org Penrose St. Francis Primary Care Family practice (including males) Many providers can bill Medicaid, some insurance or patient can private pay. Address: 3027 N. Circle Dr., 80909 Phone: 719-776-4646 Website: www.PenroseStFrancis.org/PSFPC


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Colorado Health Network - Southern Colorado AIDS Project Free HIV screening (finger prick), clients are able to receive results the same day. Open to all, staff is certified in providing a culturally sensitive, safe and professional environment. Address: 1301 South 8th St. # 200, 80905 Phone: 719-578-9092 Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. Website: www.s-cap.org STD Testing Colorado Springs For women & men over 18, STD testing is available for Herpes, Hepatitis, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis and HIV. We accept insurance, and will work on payment arrangements for the uninsured. Phone: 1-866-744-6809 Website: www.stdtestingcoloradosprings.com

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