Ark Valley Helping Hands is a nonprofit organization with the following vision, mission and services: Vision: To see neighbors connected across generations engaged in strong...
719-530-1198
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Bustang Outrider provides daily round trip service from Salida to Denver and Pueblo. Buena Vista has service going to Denver
800-925-3427
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The Chaffee County Human Services Self Sufficiency Programs provide financial and medical assistance to low-income families, adults and disabled persons, by using Federal and Colorado...
Salida: 719-530-2500 Buena Vista: 719-395-0344 ext. 1000
http://www.chaffee-hhs.org/department-of-social-services/public-assistance
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Foster children need a loving family who will walk with them during a time of crisis and welcome them unconditionally into a caring home. We...
719-530-2500
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One on one mentoring for youth ages 7-21 Mentor and mentees meet for 2-3 hours one time per week Match commitment is for 1 year...
719-530-2584
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The Chaffee County Rental Deposit Guarantee Program (Deposit Program) The Rental Deposit Guarantee Program eases the financial burden of moving into a new rental home...
719-530-2590
http://www.chaffeecounty.org/Housing
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The Chaffee County Housing Trust provides home ownership opportunities to low-income Chaffee County residents who are priced out of the market, including credit and pre-purchase...
(719) 239-1579
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Salida and Buena Vista--719-530-8980
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Please call the Colorado Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline at 844-CO-4-KIDS (844-264-5437) to report concerns about a child’s safety and well-being. The hotline is open 24/7,...
719-530-2500
https://www.chaffee-hhs.org/department-of-social-services/child-welfare-child-protection
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This program offers assistance to ensure children obtain financial and medical support from both parents. Program provides: Establishment of paternity/support orders, enforcement of support orders,...
719-530-2500
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Food pantry Open Thursdays, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. No cost and no appointment necessary All people welcome
719-539-6422
http://www.salidapresbyterian.org
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Non-profit community center available for public and private use. Besides the availability of space, we offer: Food pantry with bi monthly deliveries to shut ins...
719-221-6124
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The First Presbyterian Church is Chaffee County’s representative for Energy Outreach Colorado. The mission of EOC is to ensure that all low-income Coloradans can meet...
719-539-6422
http://www.salidapresbyterian.org
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La Puente Home has been serving those in need in the San Luis Valley since 1982 and has grown to include a wide range of...
719-589-5909
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Serving Fremont County for more than 30 years, Loaves and Fishes helps those living in poverty meet the basic needs by providing food, shelter, clothing...
719-275-0593
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The goal of the Single Entry Point (SEP) program is to provide long-term care services to elderly and disabled persons as a means to help...
719-530-2500
https://www.chaffee-hhs.org/department-of-social-services
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Financial assistance is offered for emergencies such as: Rent Over-night lodging Prescriptions Food Gasoline Bus tickets Other one-time emergencies Money is paid directly to the...
719-539-6422
http://www.salidapresbyterian.org
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Starpoint provides essential services to two vulnerable populations: children – and their families – and adults with cognitive and physical challenges. We have been providing...
719-539-2577
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Free community meal Every Monday from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Everyone welcome No religion, just food and company
719-539-6422
http://www.salidapresbyterian.org
Learn more about Stone Soup Cafe
The Grainery is a food pantry that offers the following services: Open: Monday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m....
719-530-9050
http://www.thegraineryministries.org
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Services for any person 60 years of age or older, residing in Chaffee, Custer, Fremont or Lake Counties. Services offered include: vision assistance dental assistance...
719-539-3341
Learn more about Upper Arkansas Area Agency on Aging