Have you encountered someone experiencing houselessness (not necessarily a Dry Bones friend) who is looking for a particular resource? Peruse this page and see if there is anything helpful you can refer them to. As always, feel free to reach out to a Dry Bones staff member for help and guidance.
This list has information about shelters for families and individuals, people with pets, and people experiencing domestic violence. It also has information for people seeking day shelter and supportive services.
Of particular importance to the Dry Bones community is theUrban Peak (303-974-2908)shelter for people 15-20 years old.
This page has information about food assistance programs as well as emergency food access sites.
Metro Caring (303-860-7200) – an organization that provides free food assistance featuring a market where people can choose their own food, among other helpful services including ID assistance
ID and Documentation Assistance
Metro Caring (303-860-7200) – They have vouchers available that people can use to pay for an ID.
Colorado ID Project(303-837-1313) – a project signed to assist low-income, disabled, homeless and elderly Coloradans seeking documentation of their identity, immigration, or citizenship status
You can find more specific CCH contact informationhere.
St. Francis Center (303-297-1577) – a nonprofit organization that helps people access affordable housing and employment programs and provides day shelter, among other things
Healthcare
Stout Street Health Center(303-293-2220) – a program of the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless that provides free health services for people experiencing houselessness
If someone is not covered by any form of health insurance, they can call (303-312-2220) and speak with Stout Street’s Registration Team.
Denver Health(303-739-1211)– You can call this nurse line for guidance.
Mental Health
Mental Health Center of Denver (303-504-7900) – provides free mental health services for people in the community and can help people experiencing houselessness in need of mental health support access housing
Colorado Crisis Services(1-844-439-8255 or text “TALK” to 38255) – crisis hotline that is available 24/7/365
Phone Access
Assurance Wireless (1-888-321-5880) – Coloradans who utilize the following assistance programs or qualify based on income may be eligible for a free phone and data plan