Resource Directory

Navigation Assistance

Pueblo Azul Colorado

Services: Peer support and resource sharing in Spanish for parents and caregivers raising children with disabilities. They host monthly meetings (in-person) where parents share experiences, learn about services (Medicaid, health coverage, and more), and connect with other relevant agencies.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Geared toward Spanish-speaking parents and caregivers in Garfield County raising children with disabilities.

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MyFriendBen

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.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Open to anyone living in Colorado. English and Spanish

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Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)

Services: Employment services for individuals with disabilities.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Call (970) 945-1042 to schedule an appointment/intake or apply online. Must have a disability to be eligible for services.

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Arc of the Central Mountains

Services: Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities Navigation Assistance. We believe in supported decision making, empowering individuals to take an active role in their lives.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: People with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities, the entire lifespan.

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Mountain Valley Developmental Services

Services: We provide support and services to children and adults who have intellectual and developmental delays and disabilities in Garfield, Pitkin, Eagle, and Lake Counties.  We are an Early Intervention Evaluator and an Early Intervention Broker.  We are also a Provider Agency for the Children’s Extensive Support Medicaid Waiver, the Supported Living Services Medicaid Waiver, and the Developmental Disabilities Medicaid Waiver. Our services cover the life span and are provided through a variety of programming options.

Cost: Free, Call for an appointment.

Eligibility: Must meet state determined criteria for Early Intervention and/or as a person with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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Family Resource Center of the Roaring Fork Schools

Services: Help navigating student enrollment, academic and social-emotional interventions. Parent leadership and advocacy opportunities. Public benefit application assistance ex. medical, vision, dental, mental health care. Free and reduced lunch application support. Internet access and assistance. Rent and utilities assistance. Transportation assistance and support. Financial literacy coaching and access to resources. Increase in positive parenting skills. Family meetings to support students who are at-risk of chronic absenteeism or drop out to access resources.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Families with children 0-21 years of age attending schools within the Roaring Fork School District boundaries (Glenwood, Carbondale and Basalt). Unaccompanied Youth enrolled in the Roaring Fork Schools. They can connect with their school family liaison. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aqFhpSWHyQ7JCaaW6Xk9rguOOFOwmGtl2CfFnr1qAHs/edit?tab=t.0

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Valley Settlement – Equipo de Apoyo Familiar / Family Support Team

Services: Case Management & Community Services. Wraparound services; Family Navigators conduct home visits, assist families in times of crisis, and provide one-on-one support to connect families with the resources they need to thrive. This can include support with healthcare, food, transportation, government assistance, etc. Service in English and Spanish

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Currently accepting referrals for individuals/families with children ages zero to five years old.

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Benefits in Action

Services: Assistance navigating and applying for government benefits. SNAP, Medicaid, Medicare, Connect for Health, Social Security, unemployment, LEAP, and more!

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Anyone that lives in Colorado, regardless of citizenship.

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