Colorado Division of Veteran Affairs

Services:   Advocacy for veterans and family members in securing benefits they may be entitled to; assistance with the claims process from start to completion with the highest level of customer service. The central source of information and training for County Veteran Service Officers.

Website:    www.Colorado.gov/vets

Phone Number:   303-284-6077

Military OneSource

Services: Military OneSource is a confidential Department of Defense-funded program providing comprehensive information on every aspect of military life at no cost to active duty, Guard and Reserve Component members, and their families. Information includes, but is not limited to, deployment, reunion, relationship, grief, spouse employment and education, parenting and childhood, and much more. Military OneSource has policy and programmatic information, helpful resources, products, articles and tips on numerous topics related to military life. Confidential services are available 24 hours a day by telephone and online. In addition to the website support, Military OneSource offers confidential call center and online support for consultations on a number of issues such as spouse education and career opportunities, issues specific to families with a member with special needs, health coaching, financial support, and resources.

Military OneSource also offers confidential non-medical counseling services online, via telephone, or face to face. Eligible individuals may receive confidential non-medical counseling addressing issues requiring short-term attention, including everyday stressors, deployment and reintegration concerns, parenting, grief and loss, and marital problems as well as assistance with financial management, taxes, career services, health and wellness, and much more. This personalized support is available 24/7 no matter where you live or serve.

Website:    http://www.militaryonesource.mil/

Phone Number:   800-342-9647

Operation TBI Freedom

Services:   Long-term case management, Crisis management, Mentoring/peer support, Emergency financial assistance for immediate & urgent needs, Employment training and assistance, Psychosocial education (to include parenting classes, financial classes, employment preparation, etc.), Medical and mental health referrals and connection/introduction, Assistance navigating complicated benefit processes (both governmental and non-governmental), Assistive technology resources

Website:    https://craighospital.org/operation-tbi-freedom

Phone Number:  (855) 355-6824

Rocky Mountain Human Services

Services include assistance with:

• Homelessness prevention
• Housing referrals
• Short-term case management for the Veteran and his / her household members
• Navigation of complex benefits systems

Referrals to access additional services to promote housing stability and alleviate chronic homelessness:

• Temporary shelter and permanent housing
• Medical / counseling services
• Emergency financial and food needs
• Mental health and substance abuse
• Employment services
• Legal and financial planning service

Website:    www.rmhumanservices.org/hav

Phone Number:  303-636-5600

Salute Colorado

Services:   Salute Colorado supports veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces through mentorship, networking and funding as they pave civilian life paths.

Website:    https://salutecolorado.org/

Phone Number:   720-437-9583

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1

Services:  Scholarships, Financial Aid, Camaraderie, Social gatherings (Must be a veteran of a foreign war to join).  “To honor the dead by serving the living” – as the very first VFW Post in the nation, no words have greater meaning. The members of Post 1 are involved in all areas of veterans’ issues including suicide prevention, employment, homelessness as well as issues impacting women and student veterans. We provide services where needed, guidance where warranted and veterans advocacy at all times.

Website:    www.vfwpost1.org

Phone Number:   303-571-5659

The COMMIT Foundation

Services:   Mentoring Workshops, One-on-One Transition Assistance & Corporate Education.

Website:   www.commitfoundation.org

Phone Number:   571-306-1323

Volunteers of America – Bill Daniels Veteran Services Center

Services:   Housing Assistance, Employment Assistance, VA Benefits, Public Benefits, Community Resource Navigation, Financial Health, Volunteer Opportunities, Reintegration & Peer Support

Website:   www.voacolorado.org/veteran-services-center

Phone Number:  720-501-3367

University of Denver – Veteran and Military Resources

Services:   Comprehensive GI Bill and Military Assistance Counseling for current and incoming students Connection to on-campus and off-campus Resources for veterans and their families Transition and student engagement assistance Professional development Employment search assistance.

Website:    http://www.du.edu/veterans/

Phone Number:   303-871-3331

Colorado Department of Labor and Employment

Services:  Our partnerships with local Workforce Centers allow any veteran who has served at least one day of active duty to receive additional support with their job search. Our Employment Specialist team provides intensive services to veterans and eligible spouses facing significant barriers to employment.

All veterans receive priority in all of Colorado’s Workforce Center services, and have the opportunity to work with the highly skilled, professional Workforce Center staff to find a job that maximizes potential

Website:    www.hireacoloradovet.gov

LIDA360

Services:   Job search/transition from military, Executive coaching, Reputation management/social media. Helping professionals and veterans gain competitive advantage, career focus and personal empowerment by teaching and leveraging the tools of Personal Branding and Reputation Management.

Website:   www.LIDA360.com

Phone Number:  800-314-5060

Mi Casa Resource Center

Services:   Entrepreneurial training, employment training, job search assistance. Our mission is to advance the economic success of Latino families by expanding opportunities for educational professional and entrepreneurial advancement.

Website:   www.micasaresourcecenter.org

Phone Number:   303-539-5600 or 303-573-1302

Project: Return2Work

Services:  Executive Placement Services for Transitioning Disabled Veterans, Spouses, Transitioning Military Personnel, and People with Disabilities.

Website:    www.return2work.org

Phone Number:   435-659-7139

Adaptive Adventures

Services: Adaptive Adventures provides single day experiences, multi-day experiences, camps and clinics, ongoing community days, and adventures trips free of charge to veterans with physical disabilities and their families, as well as, adults and children with physical disabilities. Adaptive Adventures offers programs in alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, snowboarding, cycling, climbing, kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing, scuba, dragon boat, rafting, waterskiing, and wakeboarding. Adaptive Adventures also provides custom programs, instruction and equipment to other community organizations.

Website: www.adaptiveadventures.org

Phone Number: 303-679-2770

Angels of America’s Fallen

Services: Connecting children of the fallen with extra-curricular activities, mentorship, coaching, and sports.

Website: www.aoafallen.org

Phone Number: 719-377-7352

Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center

Services: Free week-long winter outdoor adventure retreat that includes all lodging, travel alpine ski lessons, and other activities.

Website: www.boec.org

Phone Number: 970-453-6422

Colorado Adaptive Sports Foundation

Services: We provide team sports opportunities for people with physical disabilities. The sports we offer include; Sled Hockey, Wheelchair Basketball, Wheelchair Lacrosse, Power Soccer, Adaptive Curling and Tennis.

Website: www.coloradoadaptivesports.org

Phone Number: 303-523-8160

No Barriers USA

Services: Programs that helps Veterans with service-connected disabilities to redefine their identity, purpose and community as they face past and present challenges. The programs run by No Barriers Warriors Challenge Veterans to critically think about where they are in life, where they want to be and how to get there. The backcountry expeditions and basecamp experiences give them new tools, strategies and the drive to overcome the barriers that are holding them back.

Website: www.nobarriersusa.org

Phone Number: (970) 484-3633

Patriot Anglers

Services: Fishing expeditions facilitate a getaway from everyday life and provide the Veteran with the skill and activity of fishing.

Website: www.facebook.com/patriotanglers

Phone Number : 720-629-6507

Project Sanctuary

Services: Six-day therapeutic retreats for military families, active duty or veterans, follow-up supportive services for all family members, and assistance with: employment, housing, counseling, food and scholarships for all family members.

Website: www.projectsanctuary.us

Phone Number: 720-561-9193

Veterans Rescue Ranch – Westcliffe Colorado

Services:  We provide animal rescue services as well as a sanctuary for Veterans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress (PTSD), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and/or Military Sexual Trauma (MST). The ranch spans 75 acres and is home to a variety of rescued animals, including dogs, cats, goats and other farm animals.

Website:    www.veteransrescueranch.org Email: Info@VeteransRescueRanch.org

Veterans Expenditures

Services:  Offers outdoor adventure trips for veterans. offers once-in-a-lifetime expeditions of “the land defended” and beyond. Provides outdoor leadership training and outdoor jobs to veterans.

Website:    www.vetexpeditions.com

Phone Number:   303-803-0068

Arkansas Valley Hospice

Services: Arkansas Valley Hospice is a part of an initiative with the the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization and the Veterans Administration to provide services to Veterans. Social workers are present to help Veterans and their families navigate their benefits, provide continued education, and offer community outreach events.

Website: https://www.arkvalleyhospice.org/we-honor-veterans

Phone Number: (719) 384-8827

Sangre de Cristo Community Care

Services: Sangre de Cristo Community Care provides the following services to Veterans: hospice care, palliative care, grief support, volunteer support, family services, and spiritual care.

Website: https://www.sangre.org/

Phone Number: La Junta – (719) 383-9085

Joni Fair Hospice House – (719) 452-0032

Pueblo Office – (719) 542-032

Canon City Office – (719) 275-1261

Trinidad Office – (719) 846-3060

Walsenburg Office – (719) 569-4518

A.C.T.S. Resource Center

Services:   Veterans Reintegration Program, Housing, Meals, Job Search assistance, Transportation, Home environment, Veterans Staff, Resident Veteran PhD counselor, life-skills, Legal assistance, Clothing, Food bank, Financial Guidance, Drug/Alcohol Counseling

Website:   www.denveracts.org

Phone Number:   303-477-0006

Salute Colorado

Services:   Salute Colorado supports veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces through mentorship, networking and funding as they pave civilian life paths.

Website:    https://salutecolorado.org/

Phone Number:   720-437-9583

2-1-1 Colorado

Services: 2-1-1 is a confidential and multilingual service connecting people to vital resources across the state. No matter where you live in Colorado, you can find information about resources in your local community.

Website: https://www.211colorado.org

Peer 613 La Junta / Peer 404 Rocky Ford

Services:   Peer 613 / 404 offer a safe and comfortable place for anyone who may be struggling with being overwhelmed, stressed or having feelings of hopelessness. Clients have a safe place to talk, who also having the support from peers who have experienced similar struggles.

Phone Number:   Peer 613 – 719-383-5454 / Peer 404: 719-363-1586

613 Barnes Ave, LJ 81050 957 Swink Ave, RF 81067

2U

Services: We are a for profit company, but are offering a free tool for veterans to use that will help them select what education benefit to apply for. After conducting interviews with veterans, we found out that many are unsure of what benefit is best for them. So, we created a tool that asks veterans questions so that it can narrow down what benefit the user should apply for. Information about these benefits isn’t presented for side by side comparison elsewhere and is very detailed, which makes it difficult to figure out at times. This resource does the work and determines what benefit each veteran is eligible for.

Website:   http://2u.com/military/veterans/

Phone Number:  508-735-5448

Colorado Chapter of the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF)

Services: Provides scholarships for post-high school education and career training to deserving sons and daughters of Marines, and Navy Corpsmen with particular attention given to children with a deceased parent killed or wounded in action.

Website:   www.mcsf.org

Phone Number:  678-763-4820

CU Denver Veteran Student Services

Services:  Education Benefit, Transitional Support, Professional Development, Mental Health Services, Community and Camaraderie

Website:   www.ucdenver.edu/va

Phone Number:  303-556-2398

University of Denver – Veteran and Military Resources

Services:  Comprehensive GI Bill and Military Assistance Counseling for current and incoming students Connection to on-campus and off-campus Resources for veterans and their families Transition and student engagement assistance Professional development Employment search assistance.

Website:   http://www.du.edu/veterans/

Phone Number:  303-871-3331

Veterans Upward Bound

Services:  Motivate and assist Veterans in the development of academic and other requisite skills necessary for acceptance and success in a program of postsecondary education,

Website:  www.vubcolorado.com

Phone Number:  Jacobo Varela, Director / Office: 719-549-2824 / Cell: 575-528-5705

Colorado Department of Labor and Employment

Services:  Our partnerships with local Workforce Centers allow any veteran who has served at least one day of active duty to receive additional support with their job search. Our Employment Specialist team provides intensive services to veterans and eligible spouses facing significant barriers to employment.

All veterans receive priority in all of Colorado’s Workforce Center services, and have the opportunity to work with the highly skilled, professional Workforce Center staff to find a job that maximizes potential

Website:    www.hireacoloradovet.gov

LIDA360

Services:   Job search/transition from military, Executive coaching, Reputation management/social media. Helping professionals and veterans gain competitive advantage, career focus and personal empowerment by teaching and leveraging the tools of Personal Branding and Reputation Management.

Website:   www.LIDA360.com

Phone Number:  800-314-5060

Mi Casa Resource Center

Services:   Entrepreneurial training, employment training, job search assistance. Our mission is to advance the economic success of Latino families by expanding opportunities for educational professional and entrepreneurial advancement.

Website:   www.micasaresourcecenter.org

Phone Number:   303-539-5600 or 303-573-1302

Project: Return2Work

Services:  Executive Placement Services for Transitioning Disabled Veterans, Spouses, Transitioning Military Personnel, and People with Disabilities.

Website:    www.return2work.org

Phone Number:   435-659-7139