Services: Holy Cross Energy is partnering with Single Stop to offer a “One-Stop-Shop” for vital resources. Use the benefits screener to check your eligibility for multiple government benefits and community resources. This helps you identify and access benefits such as energy bill payment, food assistance, childcare assistance, Medicaid, free tax return preparation, and more! Screening is confidential and completely free of charge.
Cost: Free and confidential.
Eligibility: Holy Cross Customers.
Services: Food pantry. One-time assistance with rent, utilities, car repairs, prescription glasses, and/or transportation for individuals that qualify. Emergency and Disaster Services. Volunteer opportunities.
Eligibility: Complete intake form and provide photo ID, call for further information. Anyone 18 or older. Appointments are necessary but walk-ins are welcome too. Serves the Vail Valley.
Cost: Free
Services: A simple tool that helps you access and understand the VA benefits you’ve earned. This go-to guide provides trusted web links, phone numbers, and QR codes to VA services and benefits. Veterans Crisis Line – Call 988 and Press 1
Cost: Free
Eligibility: For veterans. Serves Pitkin, Eagle & Garfield counties.
Services: Learn how to pay for long-term care. Free Consultations – Certified Medicaid Planners offer free consultations for those who want to explore their options for paying for long-term care—specifically utilizing Medicaid or VA Aid and Attendance. Completing Applications – Beneficent Case Managers will guide you through the application process, avoiding common mistakes and ensuring success until approval. Lump Sum Report – If a current Medicaid or VA applicant sold a home or received a lump sum of cash and is worried about losing their long-term care benefits, we outline strategies to preserve the cash and retain benefits. Free Learning Events – Complimentary learning events about Medicaid and VA Aid & Attendance benefits for senior care providers and industry partners.
Cost: Free 1-hour consultation. During the consultation, we will discuss our flat fee or provide instructions on how you can qualify for Long-Term Care Medicaid or VA Aid & Attendance, if you want to apply on your own.
Eligibility: Must be over the age of 65 or a disabled adult. An applicant must earn less than $9,000 in monthly income; spouse income is not included. Require assistance with at least 2 activities of daily living – bathing, dressing, eating, or using the toilet. Serves Pitkin, Eagle & Garfield counties.
Services: One-on-one professional financial counseling to help individuals reduce debt, improve credit, build savings, and strengthen long-term financial habits. Bilingual services (English/Spanish) are available. Counselors can support clients to: Find the Right Bank: Choose the best bank account and build safe banking habits. Take Control of Debt: Create a realistic plan to reduce or eliminate debt. Start Saving: Build emergency and goal-based savings. Build Better Credit: Understand and improve your credit score and history. Manage Your Money: Develop a personalized budget and better financial organization. Achieve Life Goals: Plan and prepare for major milestones like buying a home, going to college, or starting a business. Spanish services.
Cost: All services are 100% free of charge. No fees, insurance, or proof of income required.
Eligibility: Open to any adult (18+) who lives or works in the Pitkin, Garfield, or Eagle counties. Appointments are required. No walk-ins accepted. Make an appointment online, Email for referrals and inquiries: coaching@savingscollaborative.org
Services: Online tool that helps individuals identify what they qualify for and apply for federal, state, and local benefits such as SNAP, WIC, tax credits, and more. Spanish services.
Cost: Free
Eligibility: Open to anyone living in Colorado. Serves Pitkin, Eagle & Garfield counties.
Services: Statewide program for unemployed undocumented workers in Colorado who have or will receive a W-2 tax form from their employer, who have lost their job through no fault of their own and who are not eligible to receive traditional wage replacement assistance. It provides direct cash payments for eligible W-2 or pay stub workers without work authorizations to help them pay for things like food, shelter, healthcare, clothing and other critical needs due to a loss of employment. Spanish services.
Cost: Free
Eligibility: Unemployed undocumented workers in Colorado, must be 16 years or older, have earned income as a W-2 worker in a qualified or alternative base period (typically within the last 15-18 months) and complete application. Can apply online on website. Serves Pitkin, Eagle & Garfield counties.
Services: Certified IRS volunteers prepare and e-file Federal and State income taxes for individuals and families with incomes less than $67,000. This program runs February through April 15th. Appointments available in Glenwood Springs, Rifle, and Parachute. Spanish services.
Cost: This program is free of charge.
Eligibility: Individuals and families with incomes less than $67,000. Serves Pitkin, Eagle & Garfield counties.
Services: Help applying for Food, Medical, Childcare, Financial, Child Support and Other Assistance Programs. Spanish services.
Cost: Free
Eligibility: Each program has different eligibility requirements but no requirements to see what you are eligible for. No appointment necessary, call for more information. Please talk with a human services professional or go to Colorado PEAK website to apply. Serves Eagle County.
Services: Assistance navigating and applying for government benefits. SNAP, Medicaid, Medicare, Connect for Health, Social Security, unemployment, LEAP, and more! Spanish services.
Cost: Free
Eligibility: Anyone that lives in Colorado, regardless of citizenship. Serves Pitkin, Eagle & Garfield counties.
