Mission Statement

"The mission of the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is to work collaboratively toward the prevention of homelessness and the creation of lasting solutions for homeless and at-risk families, children, and individuals throughout Colorado. The Coalition advocates for and provides a continuum of housing and a variety of services to improve the health, well-being and stability of those it serves. Since its founding more than 30 years ago, the organization has earned state and national recognition for its integrated healthcare, housing and service programs. The Coalition?s comprehensive approach addresses the causes of homelessness, as well as the consequences, offering critical assistance to over 15,000 individuals and families each year."
- Source: Housing Assistance For All at Colorado Coalition For Homeless Homeless website

Description

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless operates a range of integrated programs to support children and families.
These include Family Support Services, Pediatric Services at the Stout Street Health Center, Eye and Dental Care, Child, Adolescent, and Family Therapy, and Child Care at the Renaissance Children's Center.
Children's Program and Pediatric Services focus on all areas of a child's health and development.
They meet with families to identify the child's needs and match those needs to services and resources in the community.
They also work to empower parents to become advocates for their children.
Resource specialists provide outreach to shelters and housing programs.
For additional information and referrals, please call (303) 312-9700 to speak with a resource specialist.

The Coalition's Family Support Services Program provides the following services:
Emergency Shelter information and referrals
Housing information
Referrals to other agencies
Programming designed specifically to meet needs of children ages birth to 6 years-old
Access to medical and mental health services through the Stout Street Health Center
Diapers and baby supplies when available
Advocacy

Eligibility:
Homeless families with children under the age 18
Single parent, two parent, same sex couples and multi-generational families are all eligible for services
Families must have or be working towards at least 51% custody of one or more children under the age 18