You can apply for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicaid, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), Old Age Pension (OAP), Aid to the Needy Disabled (AND), Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP), Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP), Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) and other programs and services by visiting Colorado PEAK to apply online.
To report Adult Abuse or Neglect in Douglas County call 303-663-6270
Adult Protection Services (APS) are provided to at-risk-adults aged 18 and older who, due to age or disability, are unable to protect themselves and have no one to advocate on their behalf. The Adult Protection program deals with reports of Abuse – physical or sexual; Neglect – caregiver or self; and Financial Exploitation.
To Report Child Abuse or Neglect call 303-663-6270 or 1-844-CO4-KIDS (1-844-264-5437)
The Child Protection Services Division is committed to the safety and protection of the children of Douglas County by providing quality and effective family-focused services.
The mission of the Colorado Child Support Services Program is to assure that all children receive financial and medical support from each parent.
The Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) provides child care assistance to families who are working, searching for employment, or are in training, and families who are enrolled in the Colorado Works program and need child care services to support their efforts toward self-sufficiency.
There are several different financial assistance programs available through the department. Each program has a unique set of requirements for eligibility.
Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid program) is free or low-cost health care for Colorado children and adults who qualify. Coloradans who meet specific monthly income requirements can get insurance through Health First Colorado.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income households in Colorado purchase food. It provides a monthly benefit that helps families and individuals buy the food they need for good health.
Other programs or funding may be available to assist with needs such as utility payments, rent payments, gas, or assistance with burial or cremation.
Additional help is available from many other organizations within our community.
