DENVER COUNTY RESOURCES
Centers for Independence
Atlantis Community empowers people with disabilities integrating, with full and equal rights, into all parts of society including employment, housing, transportation, recreation, education, and public places while exercising and exerting choice and self determination. Atlantis offers assistance with benefits, housing resources, transition services, peer counseling, financial management and life skills training. 201 South Cherokee, Denver, CO 80223 | (303) 733-9324
Accent on Independence Accent on Independence strives to promote independence among people with disabilities and older adults by providing quality home care services in a safe and effective manner at their place of residence. 1550 Dover St., Lakewood, CO 80215 | (303)331-0818 | info@aoihomecare.com
Laradon Laradon is a support network made up of people who care and are committed to helping people with developmental disabilities maximize their independence in a dynamic world. 5100 Lincoln St., Denver, CO 80216 | (303)296-2400
Parenting Support
The THRIVE Center exists to provide parents with information and training about disabilities; parent and children's rights under the IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) and other relevant laws; and resources in the Denver Metro area. 3131 S. Vaughn Way, #214 Aurora, CO 80014 | Phone: (303) 632-6840 Español: (303) 923-3532
Ability Connection Colorado ACCO provides inclusive education, pathways to employment, and statewide family support programs to create opportunities and sustainable change for families across Colorado. We are a Guidestar best practice organization and work hard to ensure .89 cents on every dollar directly supports thousands of individuals and families every year.
Developmental Disabilities Resource Center
Denver Public Schools - Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program Supervisor for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program 720-595-6126
Disability Advocacy
Advocacy Denver
950 S Cherry St Ste 1100, Denver, CO 80246-2667 (Map it) | (303)238-5263
Denver Commission for People with Disabilities (DCPD) The mission of the DCPD is to promote and enhance equality for people with disabilities through empowerment, advocacy, and education by working with community members, as well as City and County of Denver officials and employees who have the ability to affect change. DisabilityAccess@denvergov.org
Denver Division of Disability Rights
Denver Mosaic Mosaic stands alongside people with intellectual disabilities to bring awareness to issues that affect their lives. We actively advocate for disability rights, encourage self-advocacy and promote public policy that positively impacts the people we serve. 3443 S. Galena St., Ste. 330 Denver, CO 80231 | (303)369-9711
Recreational
Adaptive Recreation- Denver Parks and Recreation Denver Parks and Recreation (DPR) offers therapeutic programs for people with disabilities at any age. Through numerous leisure activities, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists (CTRS) and other DPR team members create opportunities to improve quality of life, foster independence, and boost self-esteem. 1849 Emerson Street, Denver, CO 80218 | (720)865-0820 | adaptive.recreation@denvergov.org
Health
All For Kids Home Health Their mission is to help families of children with disabilities and cancer. They have experience with children with cancer and multiple disabilities. They work to help families at the medical and financial level. 155 E. Jewell Avenue, Suite 900 Denver, CO 80222 (720)456-8054 andrea@allforkidshealth.com
Anchor Center for Blind Children The mission of Anchor Center for Blind Children is to teach infants and young children with visual impairments and their families, providing hope and a nurturing environment where children reach their highest potential. 2550 Roslyn Street, Denver, Colorado 80238 |(303)377-9732 - info@anchorcenter.org
Colorado Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (CCDHH) CCDHH provides grants for eligible organizations that will address priorities of the deaf, hard-of-hearing, and deaf-blind communities. 1575 Sherman St., Garden Level, Denver, CO 80203 (720)457-3679 - VP/(303)866-4824 email.ccdhh@state.co.us
Evaluations
Comprehensive psychoeducational and neuropsychological assessments for children, teens, and adults with learning differences.
The Catalyst Center 300 South Jackson Street, Suite 520 Denver, CO 80209 | (720) 675-7123
Resource Centers
Developmental Disabilities Resource Center (DDRC) DDRC creates opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families to participate fully in the community. 11177 West 8th Avenue, Lakewood, Colorado 80215 | (303)233-3363
Food/Clothing
1021 Denver Rescue Mission
Denver Rescue Mission meets the needs of those experiencing poverty and homelessness through emergency services, long-term rehabilitation programs, transitional programs, and assistance for permanent housing. (303)297-1815
1013 Sacred Heart House of Denver
Sacred Heart House of Denver provides a continuum of services to homeless mothers with children and single women to help them achieve and maintain self-sufficiency. (303)296-6686
Financial Assistance
Bank on Denver connects unbanked and underbanked metro Denver area residents to free financial education and local financial institutions to ensure that residents have access to products and services that allow them to maximize opportunities for building assets and improving financial stability. 3-1-1 - If calling from outside Denver: 720-913-1311 info@bankondenver.org -
Colorado Fund for People with Disabilities (CFPD) Established in 1994, CFPD is well-versed in Supplemental Needs Trusts. Their range of services meets the wide demands of helping families, including persons with disabilities and older adults, protects and conserves assets, and enhances the quality of life. 1355 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 920, Denver, CO 80222 | (303)733-2867 | info@cfpdtrust.org