Women's Resource Center
Resource & Referral List
Updated 2012
Child Care
Early Childhood Council
1730 S. College Ave., Ste. 200
Fort Collins, CO 80525
970-377-3388
Child care providers have a critical role in supporting the growth and development of young
children. Other than parents or guardians, child care providers have more contact with young
children than anyone else in their lives. ECCLC is committed to supporting child care providers in
this critical role by offering services that help them provide the best care possible for young
children, including: Professional development and continuing education, Technical assistance
and quality improvement coaching, Quality improvement resource grants and Inclusion in the
child care referral database
Larimer County Child Advocacy Center
5529 S. Timberline Rd.
Fort Collins, CO 80528
Phone: 970-407-9739
Fax: 970-407-9743
The Larimer County Child Advocacy Center's mission is to reduce trauma to children and their
families through a comprehensive response to child abuse.
Our vision is to eliminate child abuse through prevention and education. Where we cannot, all
victims will receive comprehensive and compassionate services from an effective team of
professionals.
Larimer County Department of Human Services
1501 Blue Spruce Dr.
Fort Collins CO 80524
(970) 498-6300
(970) 498-7987 Fax
Children, Youth & Family Division (CYF)
CYF works with children who are at risk of being abused or have been abused or neglected. It
also works with children who are beyond their parent's control, have delinquent behavior,
and/or have violated the law. CYF has a number of specialized programs devoted to serving the
children and families of Larimer County. The CYF mission statement is very clear and fits the
nature of the department's function. It expresses an integrated approach to child protection,
family, and juvenile justice.
Lutheran Family Services
2032 Lowe Street
Suite 200
Fort Collins, CO 80525
970-266-1788
Inspired by the compassionate love of Christ, Lutheran Family Services walks with the
vulnerable, through services that heal, strengthen, and provide hope. Adoption & Pregnancy
Counseling, Care Management Solutions, Foster Care Prevention Services, Refugee & Asylee
Programs.
Poudre Valley Early Childhood Program
703 Prospect Rd.
Fort Collins, CO 80525
The Family Center
309 Hickory St # B
Fort Collins, CO 80524-1185
(970) 221-1615
The Family Center/La Familia is an affordable, high quality family and early childhood center
that strengthens all families.
Childrens Health
Colorado Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+)
Customer Service
1-800-359-1991
Monday—Friday 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Office
Monday—Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
4500 Cherry Creek S Drive
Denver, CO 80246
www.cchp.org
Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+) is low-cost health insurance for Colorado's uninsured children and
pregnant women. CHP+ is public health insurance for children and pregnant women who earn
too much to qualify for Medicaid, but cannot afford private health insurance.
Clothing/Furniture
ABLE Women Career Closet
PO Box 271803
Fort Collins, CO 80527
(970) 482-0594
www.jlfortcollins.org
Using trained volunteers, we identify needs in our community, create projects to impact those
needs, and use our members’ skills, community collaborations, and community partnerships to
implement those projects.
Christ Center Community Church Outreach Center (food and clothing)
2700 South Lemay Ave.
Fort Collins, CO 80525
970-223-5770
www.christcenter.cc
The mission of the Outreach Center is to show God's love by distributing food, clothing, and
household items to the neediest people in our city. This we do in the name of our Lord Jesus
Christ, to the glory of God.
Goodwill Thrift Store
315 Pavilion Lane
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 223-1042
www.goodwill.org
Goodwill Industries International enhances the dignity and quality of life of individuals, families
and communities by eliminating barriers to opportunity and helping people in need reach their
fullest potential through the power of work.
Homeless Gear
C/O United Way of Larimer County
424 Pine Street, Suite 102
Fort Collins, CO 80524
970-214-8734
homelessgear.com
The mission of Homeless Gear is a simple one. Collect unwanted Outdoor Gear (packs, sleeping
bags, tents, tarps, etc), Outdoor Basic Clothing (coats, rain gear, boots, etc) and Hygiene
Products & re-distribute these items to the homeless. We want to make the days more bearable
and the nights survivable for homeless men, women, youth, and children as they struggle to
regain self sufficiency.
Kids’ Closet
1005 Stover
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
224-3116
Gently used clothing for kids of all sizes at no charge to you.
Mary’s Closet
101 North Howes Street
Fort Collins, Colorado 80521
970-482-4148
Mary's Closet, a free store at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church for those in need, served more than
11,000 people - nearly 2,000 of them homeless - in 2010. We welcome clean, donated clothing
and footwear in good condition, as well as sample-sized toiletries, toys, and books. You can help
us with our limited storage by donating in-season items.
Meadowlark Church
2810 Meadowlark Ave.
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 223-7788
www.meadowlarkchurch.org
Open Door Mission
316 Jefferson Street
Fort Collins, CO 80524-2415
(970) 224-4302
www.odmministries.org
At The Open Door Mission, we have worked over the course of 23 years to provide shelter,
meals and recovery help to homeless men and women.
Salvation Army
3901 South Mason Street
Fort Collins, CO 80525-3028
(970) 207-4472
salvationarmyfortcollins.org
Our family services programs meet the basic needs of daily life for those without resources to
fully provide for themselves. We supply food, clothing, household items, financial assistance for
rent and utilities (preventing homelessness) and other necessities normally taken for granted.
Whether it is preparing job applications, understanding money management, or providing
counseling and advocacy for spousal abuse, the Salvation Army is there to help.
St. Peter Lutheran Church
4610 Hogan Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80525-3704
(970) 226-3481
www.stpeterwels.com
Dental
Front Range Community College Dental Clinic
4616 S. Shields
Fort Collins, CO80526
970-204-8216
Health District
202 Bristlecone Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80524-2031
(970) 224-5209
The Health District of Northern Larimer County has been meeting local healthcare needs in
northern Larimer County since 1960. Today, we provide prescription assistance, mental health,
dental, preventive and health planning services to our community.
Resources for those living with a disability
Center for Community Partnerships
320 Occupational Therapy Building
Fort Collins, Colorado 80523
970-491-5930
In operation since 1985, the CCP is funded through grants, fee-for-service, and gifted
contributions, allowing the Center to continue providing and improving vital individualized,
consultative, and educational services that focus on increasing access to employment,
education, independent living, recreation, and the community as a whole for youth and adults
with disabilities and/or challenges. Our comprehensive, customized services help individuals
identify and learn to use accommodations, compensatory strategies, modifications, and other
supports that assist in the achievement of their chosen life pursuits.
Disabled Resource Services
424 Pine Street, Suite #101
Fort Collins, CO 80524
970-482-2700
As a Center for Independent Living (CIL) in Colorado, Disabled Resource Services (DRS) is a
consumer controlled, community-based, cross-disability, non residential, private non-profit
agency that was designed and largely operated by individuals with disabilities to provide an
array of independent living services. We help clients deal with the challenges of disability and
move towards greater empowerment and independence where they have more control over
their lives and the circumstances influencing them.
Foothills Gateway
301 Skyway Dr
Fort Collins, CO 80525-3911
(970) 226-2345
foothillsgateway.org
Since 1972, Foothills Gateway has improved the lives of thousands of people with cognitive
disabilities and their families in Northern Colorado by helping to conquer challenges and achieve
their maximum potential. Foothills Gateway strives to empower every ability and highlight the
achievements of the human spirit of all ages.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Denver Metro Office
900 South Broadway, 2nd Floor
Denver, CO 80209
303-698-7400
Knowledge is power. Learning all you can about MS will help you better evaluate your options
for managing symptoms, treatments, coordination with your health care team, and living well
with your MS.
Respite Care
6203 South Lemay Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80525-9436
(970) 207-9435
respitecareinc.org
Respite Care, Inc. is a nonprofit organization in Larimer County that provides short-term care for
children with developmental disabilities, giving respite to parents and enhancing the quality of
life for the entire family. Respite Care believes that a child with a disability is a child first and
his or her challenges are secondary.
Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault
Alternatives to Violence
313 E 4th St
Loveland, CO 80537
(970) 669-5150
Crossroads Safehouse
528 South College Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80524
970-530-2353
Crossroads offers free safehousing, advocacy, legal assistance, transitional housing, and
education.
RAINN
1.800.656.HOPE
www.rainn.org
The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence
organization. RAINN operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1.800.656.HOPE and the
National Sexual Assault Online Hotline at rainn.org, and publicizes the hotlines' free, confidential
services; educates the public about sexual violence; and leads national efforts to prevent sexual
violence, improve services to victims and ensure that rapists are brought to justice.
SAVA (Sexual Assault Victim Advocates)
331 S Meldrum Street
Fort Collins, CO 80521-2722
(970) 472-4204
Sexual Assault Victim Advocate (SAVA) Center works tirelessly in the Northern Colorado region
to provide a 24-Hour Rape Crisis Hotline, as well as numerous therapy options for individuals
affected by sexual violence. A critical component of the community. SAVA is the go-to resource
to assist anyone who has experienced the trauma of sexual assault.
Education/Training
American Red Cross (First Aid Classes)
120 W Saturn Dr.
Fort Collins, CO, 80525
(970) 226-5728
Since its founding in 1881 by visionary leader Clara Barton, the American Red Cross has been
the nation's premier emergency response organization. As part of a worldwide movement that
offers neutral humanitarian care to the victims of war, the American Red Cross distinguishes
itself by also aiding victims of devastating natural disasters. Over the years, the organization
has expanded its services, always with the aim of preventing and relieving suffering.
Center for Adult Learning
4616 S Shields St # Bp102
Fort Collins, CO 80526-3812
(970) 204-8181
Consumer Credit Counseling
1247 Riverside Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80524-3218
(970) 229-0695
CORE Center
114 Bristlecone Dr.
Fort Collins, CO
484-2580
Community Organizing to Reach Empowerment (CORE) Center is a collaborative partnership
dedicated to increasing teaching and learning, outreach, research, and service opportunities.
The Center is immersed in the Fort Collins area with the highest concentration of poverty, and
provides educational programs to residents who continue to face challenges due to
socioeconomic, cultural, and linguistic differences. The Center’s mission is to create
opportunities for residents to build on their strengths and develop their capacity for addressing
issues that affect their quality of life.
Education and Life Training Center
401 Linden Street
Fort Collins, CO 80524-2427
(970) 482-4357
The Education & Life Training Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing
disadvantaged and culturally diverse populations the tools they need to achieve personal and
economic self-sufficiency. We currently offer affordable fast track literacy, computer and medical
office training.
HomeBase/HomeRun Program
625 Ninth St.
Fort Collins, CO 80522-0580
(970) 221-6676
HomeBase is a program that encourages individuals to get their GED by providing volunteer
tutors to help them. HomeRun is the second phase of this program. It helps students get paid
jobs with the City of Fort Collins when they meet regularly with a tutor to work on their GED.
Project Self-Sufficiency
1715 West Mountain Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80521-2359
(970) 416-2924
The mission of Project Self-Sufficiency (PS-S) is to assist low-income, single parents in their
efforts to build and maintain strong, healthy families; achieve economic independence; and
become free from community and government assistance.
Workforce Center
200 W Oak St # 5000
Fort Collins, CO 80522
(970) 498-6600
Looking for work or thinking of switching careers, but not sure where to start? Make your first
stop the Larimer County Workforce Center. We offer training, workshops and a variety of other
tools to help with all areas of your career search or transition. Our staff is friendly, reliable, and
available five days a week to help you get on the path to finding new employment.
Food Assistance
Catholic Charities, The Mission
460 Linden Center Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80524-2460
(970) 484-5010
Food Bank of Larimer County
1301 Blue Spruce Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80524-2001
(970) 493-4477
Our vision is a hunger-free Larimer County. We work to provide food to all in need through
community partnerships and hunger-relief programs. Staffed by 29 employees and supported by
2,000 volunteers, the Food Bank distributed more than 7.8 million pounds of food in 2010.
Established in 1984, the Food Bank is the only Feeding America clearinghouse for donated food
in Larimer County. Feeding America is the nation’s largest food bank and food rescue network.
Grace Fellowship
1201 North College Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80524-1211
(970) 484-0074
Our Mission is to reach out to hurting people with the Gospel of Jesus Christ for the purpose of
reconciling them first with God and then with those around them.
Meals on Wheels (Homebound Individuals)
301 E. Stuart Street
Fort Collins, CO 80525
970-484-6325
Our services include a nutritious meal, friendly conversation, and a well-being check on each
delivery day! We have helped so many people live right where they want to be, in their home!
We help homebound persons remain independent.
St. John’s Lutheran Church
305 East Elizabeth
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 482-5316
Timberline Church
2908 S Timberline Rd
Fort Collins, CO 80525-2402
(970) 482-4387
Timberline Church is affiliated with the Assemblies of God. Who we are and what we do as a
church must always be securely rooted in what we believe about God. The Bible is the source
that shapes our understanding of Him. We are convinced that the Bible is the inspired message
to humanity and that it provides for us a clear path toward a relationship with Him.
Vineyard Resource Center
1137 Riverside Ave
Fort Collins, CO
970.484.5999 x247
The Vineyard Resource Center is the heart of our outreach to the community. We provide
clothes, food and personal items to those who find themselves under-resourced. For grocery
help or clothing needs, please call 970.484.6755 to make an appointment.
GLBTQ Assistance
GLBT Student Services
174 Lory Student Center
Fort Collins, Colorado 80523
970-491-4857
The Center (formerly known as the Lamdba Center)
212 South Mason St.
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524-2813
970-221-3247
The Center at 1301 E Colfax is the only statewide, nonprofit community center dedicated to
providing support and advocacy for Colorado’s gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT)
population. We serve as a catalyst for community organizing, support services, social activities,
and cultural events.
Metropolitan Community Church
301 East Drake Road
Fort Collins, CO 80525-1730
(970) 221-0811
MCC - Family In Christ was formed in 1992 under the leadership of founding Pastor, Rev. Mark
B. Lee. It is one of several local LGBT organizations. All MCC churches exist to help LGBT
individuals integrate their sexual orientation or gender identity with their faith in Christ. This
congregation is composed of individuals from different Christian denominational backgrounds
including Catholic, Lutheran, Methodist, Baptist, Assembly of God, Mennonite, and Quaker.
Whatever your background, you are welcome here.
PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays)
Plymouth Congregational Church 916 W. Prospect Rd. Fort Collins, Colorado (970) 407-0300
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Many Locations for Fort Collins and Loveland and Surrounding Areas
http://www.northcoloradoaa.org/
970.224.3552
"Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength
and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover
from alcoholism."
Alpha Center
1212 South College Avenue
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
www.thealphacenter.org
970.221.5121
The Alpha Center is a Christian medical clinic that provides support, education and counsel to
individuals facing decisions about sexuality, relationship and pregnancy issues. They offer a
variety of services including pregnancy testing, ultra sounds, std testing, and counseling.
ALS Association – Rocky Mountain Chapter
1201 East Colfax Avenue, Suite 202
Denver, Colorado 80218
www.alsaco.org
303.832.2322 or toll free 866.ALS.3211
The ALS Association improves the quality of life of ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) patients and their
families and provides patient services support for the management and progression of the
disease.
Alzheimer’s Association
415 Peterson Street
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
www.alzco.org
970.472.9798
The Alzheimer’s Association leads Colorado in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease and related
disorders by increasing the understanding of dementia and its impact on family and community.
American Cancer Society
8221 West 20th Street, Suite A
Greeley, Colorado 80634
www.cancer.org
970.356.9727
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based health organization dedicated
to eliminating cancer as a major heath problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and
diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy and service.
American Diabetes Association (ADA)
2420 West 26th Avenue, Suite 120B
Denver, Colorado 80211
www.diabetes.org/denver
720.855.1102
The American Diabetes Association works to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives
of all people affected by diabetes. The ADA supports this mission through education, personal
support, research and advocacy.
American Red Cross – Centennial Chapter
120 Saturn Drive
Fort Collins, Colorado 80525
www.northerncolorado.redcross.org
970.226.5728
The American Red Cross provides relief to the victims of disasters and helps people prepare for
and respond to emergencies.
Ask-A-Nurse
1-800-943-9066
Assessment Referral Counseling (ARC)
126 West Harvard Street, Suite #6
Fort Collins. Colorado 80525
970.224.1253
The Assessment Referral Counseling Center provides drug and alcohol counseling.
Birthright
1528 North Lincoln Avenue, Suite 200
Loveland, Colorado 80538
970.663.2671
Birthright of Loveland offers services such as pregnancy testing, baby clothing and diapers once
a month, maternity clothing, and other services.
Jacob Center
729 Remington Street
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
www.jacobcenter.org
970.484.8427
The Jacob Center provides certified foster placement as well as drug/alcohol classes for
adolescents and youth and family counseling.
KIDZ Place (dental)
383 W Drake Rd Ste 103
Fort Collins, Colorado 80526
970.377.2500
The KIDZ Place offers dental care for ages 0 to 20. There are also infant dental care screenings
available.
Family Medicine Center
1025 Pennock Place
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
970.495.8800
The Family Medicine Center provides general medical care for people of all ages. Accepts CICP
Health District of Northern Colorado
120 Bristlecone Drive
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
[email protected]
970.224.5209
The Health District of Northern Larimer County provides a variety of services to help improve
the health status of the community.
Healthy Beginnings – Prenatal Plus
320 North Cleveland Avenue
Loveland, Colorado 80537
970.667.6241
Healthy Beginnings – Prenatal Plus promotes healthy mothers, babies and families through the
provision of prenatal care, education and support services serving uninsured and under-insured
pregnant women in Southern Larimer County.
Larimer Center for Mental Health (LCMH)
1250 North Wilson Avenue
Loveland, Colorado 80527
www.larimercenter.org
970.494.9870
Larimer Center for Mental Health delivers to the residents of Larimer County high-quality mental
health and substance abuse treatment, education and supportive services to promote improved
quality of life for persons with emotional and stress-related disorders, mental illness and
substance-use disorders.
Larimer Center for Mental Health – Loveland Counseling Connections (LLC)
450 North Cleveland Avenue
Loveland, Colorado 80537
970.461.8944
Loveland Counseling Connections is made up of volunteer service providers dedicated to
providing mental health care for residents of Loveland, Berthoud and Estes Park who lack the
resources necessary to access mental health care.
Lions Club
802 West Drake Road
Fort Collins, Colorado 80526
www.fortcollinslions.org/
970.377.2282/494-9940 Murphy Center
The Lions Club mission includes helping the visually impaired and hearing impaired, and
supporting those efforts which teach youth how to make good decisions about many factors
which affect their lives. Counselors at the Murphy Center
McKee Medical Center
2000 Boise Avenue
Loveland, Colorado 80538
www.bannerhealth.com
970.669.4640
McKee Medical Center exists to make a difference in people’s lives through excellent patient
care.
Medical Center of the Rockies
2500 Rocky Mountain Avenue
Loveland, Colorado 80538
www.pvhs.org
970.624.2500 or toll free 800.252.5784
Medical Center of the Rockies is an independent, nonprofit organization providing innovation,
comprehensive care of the highest quality and exceeding customer expectations.
Northern Colorado AIDS Project (NCAP)
400 Remington Street, Suite 100
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
www.ncaids.org
970.407.7820
Northern Colorado AIDS Project provides a vast array of services for the HIV positive community
of all eight counties in Northern Colorado, as well as their partners, childrenand dependents.
NCAP works to improve the quality of life for those affected by HIV/AIDS and to help stop the
spread of the disease.
Pathways Hospice
605 Carpenter Road
Fort Collins, Colorado 80525
www.pathwys-care.org
970.663.3500
Pathways Hospice honors every moment of life by providing specialized, compassionate care for
anyone affected by and advanced medical condition and support to those who are grieving.
Planned Parenthood
825 South Shields St, Suites 6 & 7
Fort Collins, CO 80521
(970) 493-0281
We are a trusted health care provider, an informed educator, a passionate advocate, and a
global partner helping similar organizations around the world. Planned Parenthood delivers vital
reproductive health care, sex education, and information to millions of women, men, and young
people worldwide.
Poudre Valley Hospital
1024 Lemay Avenue
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
www.pvhs.org
970.495.7000
Poudre Valley Hospital provides innovative, high quality, comprehensive care that exceeds
customer expectations. Poudre Valley Hospital is a 241-bed regional medical center offering a
wide array of treatments, surgeries, and diagnostic tests in more than three dozen medical
specialties.
Salud Family Health Center
1635 Blue Spruce Drive, Suite 160
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 494-4040
We encourage you to consider the Fort Collins Salud Family Health Center your medical home
where you and your family will find services for your primary health care needs. Our
experienced and caring physicians, dentists, hygienists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners,
nurses, counselors and support staff are committed to providing the highest level of care to help
you achieve good health.
Surgical Specialists of the Rockies
Harmony Campus, Redstone Building
2315 East Harmony Road, Suite 130
Fort Collins, CO 80528
Surgical Specialists of the Rockies is a partnership of well established surgeons who have come
together to provide a wide breadth of quality surgical care to Fort Collins and all of northern
Colorado, southern Wyoming and western Nebraska.
Consultation and educational services are available locally and through a variety of outreach
efforts including tele-medicine. We offer 24-hour availability and always have a doctor on-call.
Veteran Outpatient Clinic
1100 Poudre River Drive
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
970.224.1550
The Veteran Outpatient Clinic offers an array of services for veterans and their families
The Women's Clinic of Northern Colorado
1106 East Prospect Road
Fort Collins, Colorado 80528
970.493.7442
Many types of services are offered call for details and descriptions of services.
Women Infants and Children (WIC)
Fort Collins Office
1525 Blue Spruce Drive
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
970.498.6720
Loveland Office
205 E. Sixth Street
Loveland, Colorado 80537
970.679.4590
Estes Park Office
1601 Brodie Avenue
Estes Park, Colorado 80517
970.577.2050
www.co.larimer.co.us/health/chs/wic.asp
The WIC program provides checks for milk, cereal, eggs, cheese, peanut butter, beans, juices,
and infant formula and tuna and carrots are also sometimes available. Nutrition educations and
growth and anemia screenings are done. Referrals to health, food, and other community
resources are also given. There is also breastfeeding support and a breast pump loan program.
Women's Resource Center
424 Pine Street, Suite 201
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
www.womens-resource.org
970.484.1902
The Women's Resource Center is dedicated to providing access to healthcare for medically
underserved women through outreach, education, connection to care and advocacy.
Women's Wellness Connection
Please call for screening locations.
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(866) 951-9355
The Women's Wellness Connection is a program of the Colorado Department of Public Health
and Environment and is part of the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection
Program. The program provides breast and cervical cancer screenings (mammograms, clinical
breast exams, Pap tests and pelvic exams) and diagnostic services at sites throughout Colorado,
including Salud Family Health Centers, Planned Parenthood, and Sunrise-Loveland Community
Health Center. Screenings are free to women 40-64 years of age with limited income and limited
insurance and who have not had these exams in the past year. For eligibility information and to
find a screening location, call (866) 951-WELL or go to www.womenswellnessconnection.org.
HIV/AIDS Testing
Health Bridge
2925 S College Ave #9
Fort Collins, CO, US 80525-2561
970-204-0650
NCAP (Northern Colorado AIDS Project)
400 Remington, Suite 100
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 484-4469
The Northern Colorado AIDS Project's mission is to improve the quality of life for people living
with HIV/AIDS and to help reduce the spread and stigma of the disease. NCAP does not
discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, HIV status, disability, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
Care Housing, Inc.
1303 W Swallow Rd # 11
Fort Collins, CO 80526-6028
(970) 282-7522
CARE is a unique partnership of public, private and religious sponsorship with expertise in
housing finance, development, property management, and social service. Through these
collaborative partnerships, CARE has successfully developed five affordable housing communities
in Fort Collins and one in Windsor.
Fort Collins Housing Authority
1715 West Mountain Avenue
Fort Collins, CO
(970) 416-2910
Just as a house is built upon a solid foundation, the Fort Collins Housing Authority is built upon
its mission: To provide and promote safe and affordable housing, economic opportunity and a
living environment free from discrimination.
Because our properties are owned by non-profit public entities that exist to provide affordable
housing for low income families, we treat our tenants like people, not profits. The Fort Collins
Housing Authority has many programs and options to assist you in finding a home, regardless of
your income.
Habitat for Humanity
1600 Palm Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 223.4522
Our mission is to build safe, decent, and affordable homes in partnership with hard-working
families in need. This grassroots effort is made possible through the generous donations of
materials, money, and labor from members of the Fort Collins community. Habitat provides
a 0% interest loan on which Habitat homeowners pay a monthly mortgage payment that does
not exceed 30% of their income. Habitat homeowners also save a down payment and
contribute up to 500 hours of "sweat equity" in the building of their home and at our
Habitat Home Supply Store.
Homelessness Prevention Initiative (HPI)
424 Pine St. #102
Fort Collins, CO 80524
970.407.7021
 We work to prevent homelessness before it starts.
 We provide one-time grants (once per twelve months) for rental assistance, and all checks
are written directly to the client’s landlord.
 We help clients navigate the assistance process by providing referrals to appropriate
services, agencies and community resources.
 We provide mediation services to residents and property owners, as needed.
Mercy Housing
3851 S. Taft Hill Rd.
Ft. Collins, CO 80526
970-207-0155
Mercy Housing participates in the development, preservation, management and/or financing of
affordable, program-enriched housing in 41 states across the country. Mercy Housing serves a
variety of populations with housing projects for low-income families, seniors and people with
special needs. We acquire and renovate housing, as well as develop new properties. The
majority of our homes are affordable rental housing, but we also offer some homeownership
opportunities in California and Idaho.
Neighbor to Neighbor (Murphy Center)
242 Conifer Street
Fort Collins, CO 80524
970-494-9940
Neighbor to Neighbor envisions a Larimer County where people at every income level have
options for stable, affordable housing. We support homeless, renter and homeowner households
in identifying next steps and goals in pursuit of their housing dreams.
Office on Aging
200 W. Oak Street,
Fort Collins, CO 80521
(970) 498-7000
The Larimer County Office on Aging (LCOA), in the Larimer County Department of Human
Services, is a comprehensive planning unit that advocates for the concerns of older adults and
their families. The LCOA serves the communities of Berthoud, Estes Park, Fort Collins, LaPorte,
Loveland and Wellington as well as the rural areas of Larimer County.
The Office on Aging also administers Older Americans Act grant funds by providing services to
Larimer County residents who are 60 years of age and older.
Older Americans Act funds are distributed by the Office on Aging for services in Larimer County,
including: Information and referral, in-home health care, long term care ombudsman services,
transportation, medication management, health promotion, family caregiver support, legal
assistance, congregate and home delivered meals.
Sister Mary Alice Murphy Center for Hope (Day Shelter)
242 Conifer Street
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
(970) 494.9940
The Sister Mary Alice Murphy Center for Hope is a new facility in North Fort Collins, at the corner
of Blue Spruce and Conifer. The Center for Hope is a resource center for families and individuals
who are homeless or on the brink
of homelessness. It is a place for people who are ready to make life changes
to overcome their current situation, and who need some help doing so. The mission of the
Center for Hope is to help these families and individuals achieve stability and long-term selfsufficiency.
Legal
Adult Protective Services
2555 Midpoint Drive, Suite F
Fort Collins CO 80525
(970) 498-7770
Adult Protective Services responds to reports of the mistreatment or neglect of at-risk adults
who are, due to age or disability, unable to advocate for themselves. Services include risk
assessment, crisis resolution, individual and family counseling around protective issues, referral
to and coordination with service providers, financial management, guardianships and
conservatorships, placement and care coordination.
Child Protective Services
2555 Midpoint Drive, Suites E & F
Fort Collins CO 80525
(970) 498-6990
The Department of Human Services provides services which assist individuals and families to
achieve self-sufficiency and social well being. Services can include financial assistance for
shelter, food and medical care. Services are provided either directly by department personnel,
and/or through collaborations or contracts with other community agencies.
Colorado Legal Services
211 West Magnolia Street
Fort Collins, CO 80521-2811
(970) 493-2891
Colorado Legal Services is a non-profit corporation that has assisted persons with low income
and seniors in the State of Colorado for over 85 years. The mission of Colorado Legal Services is
to provide meaningful access to high quality, civil legal services in the pursuit of justice for as
many low-income persons and members of vulnerable populations throughout Colorado as
possible.
Public Defender of Larimer County
1 Old Town Sq. Suite 201
Fort Collins, CO 80524-2464
970-493-1212
Mental Health
Connections
525 West Oak Street
Fort Collins, CO 80521-2612
(970) 221-5551
The Larimer Center for Mental Health's mission is to deliver to the residents of Larimer County
high quality mental health and specialized addictions treatment, education and supportive
services to promote improved quality of life for persons with emotional and stress-related
disorders, substance use disorders and mental illness.
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
Contact: Marc Rope
Phone: (970) 482-2605
The focus of DBSA Colorado is in four areas; (1) development of peer-led support groups in
communities where none currently exist, (2) helping existing DBSA chapters in Colorado develop
their leadership via training and technical support, (3) advocacy at the state level for expanded
and better services for people with serious mental illness in Colorado, and (4) helping people
with psychiatric disabilities become economically self-sufficient.
Health District
202 Bristlecone Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80524-2031
(970) 416-5331
The Health District of Northern Larimer County has been meeting local healthcare needs in
northern Larimer County since 1960. Today, we provide prescription assistance, mental health,
dental, preventive and health planning services to our community.
Larimer County Mental Health Child and Family Services
2001 S. Shields, Bldg K
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 494-4200
The Child and Family Team (C&F) is committed to providing therapeutic and case management
services for children and adolescents with severe emotional and/or behavioral issues. The Team
works closely with families to keep youth in their homes whenever possible, or in the least
restrictive environment, with particular emphasis on keeping youth close to their home and
community. Staff focuses on individual and family strengths. To maximize benefits for clients,
family involvement and interagency collaboration are a significant emphasis.
Mac Center (Managed Adolescent Care)
2160 West Drake Road
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 266-1547
Breaking free from the chains of opiate abuse and/or opiate addiction can be a difficult
experience – but advances in medication-assisted treatment in recent decades have made this
process much safer, less painful and more successful.
Mountain Crest
4601 Corbett Drive
Fort Collins, CO
(970) 207-4800
Mountain Crest Behavioral Healthcare Center helps adults and adolescents with mental health
issues and substance abuse issues achieve a balanced life and a high level of health and wellbeing.
Turning Point Center for Youth and Family Development
1644 S. College Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 221-0999
Turning Point's therapeutic services run the gamut from individual and family counseling
sessions to round-the-clock care in one of our residential treatment facilities. Our programs
have been developed and fine tuned over the course of our more than 40 year history to better
suit at-risk and troubled youth in our community.
Pregnancy Issues
Alpha Center
1212 S. College Ave.
Fort Collins, CO 80524
970-221-5121
Alpha Center provides support and information to help individuals facing decisions about
unintended pregnancies, sexuality and relationship issues.
Birthright of Ft. Collins
1500 S. Bryan Ave.
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Free pregnancy testing, Completely confidential help, Non-judgmental and caring advice,
Friendship and emotional support, Legal, medical, and educational referrals, Prenatal
information, Maternity and baby clothes, Housing referrals, Social agency referrals, Information
on other community services, Adoption information
Maternal Service Programs
(970) 498-6736
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achieve optimal pregnancy outcomes for women in Larimer County through access to:
Early and appropriate prenatal services
Education on healthy behaviors and risk reduction during pregnancy
Postpartum family planning services
Support and professional guidance through the early stages of the child's growth and
development
To achieve optimal outcomes for women in Larimer County by assuring access to early and
appropriate prenatal services, promoting healthy behavior and risk reduction during pregnancy,
and facilitating postpartum access to family planning services.
Prescription Assistance
120 Bristlecone Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 416-6519
The Prescription Assistance program helps people with limited incomes fill their prescriptions
through vouchers and applications to drug company programs.
Recreation/After School Programs
Youth Activity Center
415 East Monroe Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80525-2637
(970) 416-2990
The Youth Activity Center is home to many Sports and Child Development programs. Check the
Recreator to find a class that fits your needs.
Boy & Girls Club of Larimer County
103 Smokey Street
Fort Collins, CO 80525
970-223-1709
At the Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County, we provide an environment that helps young
people reach their full potential. It is a positive mission that we meet head-on with lifechanging programs and a caring, dedicated staff. We are there, every day, when kids are the
least supervised and the most vulnerable – the after-school hours from 2:30 to 7:00 M-F, and
all day during the summer and other school breaks.
B.A.S.E (Before and After School) Camp
1241 RIVERSIDE AVE
FORT COLLINS CO 80524-3206
(970) 266-1734
B.A.S.E. Camp (Before and After School Enrichment) provides safe, affordable out-of-school
learning that supports in-class learning.
North Side Aztlan Community Center
112 Willow Street
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 221-6655
Northside Aztlan Community Center is home to a wide variety of activities, classes, programs,
sports and events. The Northside Aztlan Center continues to provide the same beneficial
community programs as well as new and exciting opportunities. The Northside Aztlan Center is a
50,000 square foot recreation center (more than three times its original size) offering various
activities.
Rent Assistance
Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish
5450 South Lemay Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 226-1303
Salvation Army
3901 South Mason
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Do you have an eviction notice or are your utilites about to be turned off? We can help!
St. Joseph's Catholic Parish Center
101 North Howes Street
Fort Collins, Colorado 80521
970-482-4148
Support Groups
Alanon/Alateen
PO Box 1207
Fort Collins, CO
970-488-1383
Al-Anon's Purpose is to help friends and families of alcoholics recover from the effects of living
with the problem drinking of a relative or friend. Our focus is on ourselves, not the alcoholic. The
only requirement for membership is that there be a problem of alcoholism with a friend or
relative. There are no dues or fees.
Alateen is the recovery program for young people affected by someone else's drinking.
Alcoholics Anonymous
155 N College Ave # 114
Fort Collins, CO 80524-2455
(970) 224-3552
Alcoholics Anonymous® is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength
and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover
from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no
dues or fees for AA membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions. AA is
not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution; does not wish to
engage in any controversy, neither endorses nor opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to
stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.
Alzheimer's Association
415 Peterson Street
Fort Collins, CO 80524-2923
(970) 472-9798
The Alzheimer’s Association works on a global, national and local level to enhance care and
support for all those affected by Alzheimer’s and related dementias.
The Matthews House
726 Mathews Street
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 472-4293
The Matthews House is a 501(c)3 organization that serves at-risk youth ages 16-21 that lack
significant family support in their lives. We work to create opportunities for positive life change
for these youth as they make the transition to living on their own.
Substance Abuse
A New Perspective Counseling Center
1004 McHugh Street
Fort Collins, CO 80524-4025
(970) 419-1100
We offer: Substance Abuse Counseling (DUI Level I and Level II Therapy), Relapse Prevention,
Offender Therapy, SSC or SSIC (Strategies for Self-Improvement and Change), Individual
Counseling, Domestic Violence Treatment, Anger Management and Minors in Possession (MIP).
Also check out our services page for more options.
Sister's Sober Life House
308-9756
[email protected]
Transportation
Dial a Ride
6570 Portner Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80525-4194
(970) 224-6066
Dial-A-Ride is a door-to-door paratransit service for individuals who, because of a disability, are
prevented from using Transfort, the City's fixed-route bus service.
Disabled American Veterans Transportation Office
605 South Shields Street
Fort Collins, CO
(970) 484-1795
Logisticare
1-800-486-7647
There is more to non-emergency transportation management than getting from point A to point
B - reliability is a given at LogistiCare. Backed by experience and a solid technological
foundation, we reach higher to transport every person with the respect and dignity they
deserve.
Senior Alternatives in Transportation
333 West Drake Road
Suite 42
Fort Collins, CO 80526
970-223-8604
Senior Alternatives in Transportation (SAINT) is a local non-profit agency providing personal
transportation to people 60 years old and older, and people with disabilities that prevent them
from driving.
Transfort of Fort Collins
6570 Portner Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80525-4194
(970) 224-6161
Transfort Bus Service
Utilities
Disabled Resource Services
424 Pine Street, Suite #101
Fort Collins, CO 80524-2421
970/482-2700
Disabled Resource Services empowers individuals with disabilities to achieve their maximum
level of independence through services supporting advocacy, awareness and access to their
community.
LEAP
498-7730
The Colorado LEAP program is a federally funded state-supervised, county-administered system
and is designed to assist with your winter heating costs. The LEAP Program eligibility period runs
from November 1st through April 30th.