Archuleta County assistance programs.
While resources are limited in Archuleta County, there are some places that help low-income families, seniors and the working poor. Find where to get help with paying rent or a utility bill to a free box of food, clothes, or transportation assistance. Both emergency financial help and social services will be arranged for people in need.
Find help with paying bills, housing, and grant programs
Housing Solutions for the Southwest (HS) is the leading organization in the area that provides access to many assistance programs. They offer free counseling and advice, applications to free grant money and other forms of aid to Archuleta County residents.
- Housing Counseling - Professionals offer support and counseling in many areas, including foreclosure prevention. They also give information on government housing programs, legal advice, and coordinate landlord / tenant mediation services. Also, find additional state mortgage assistance programs.
- Emergency Homeless Prevention - If you are facing an eviction, this program provides funds including cash grants. The program will help low to moderate income families in the Town of Pagosa Springs and the county pay their rent (including mobile home lots) or utility bills. Apply for financial help if you are facing homelessness due to a temporary interruption in income, such as a job loss..
- Grant money in Archuleta County is offered for other bills too. Housing Solutions will offer funds to single moms, veterans and the low-income for bills ranging from a car repairs to utility or security deposit on an apartment. Each requested is assessed on a one-off basis.
- Income-Based Rental Assistance - They administer the Housing Choice Voucher program, which is a long term rental assistance program commonly known as Section 8. Any low income family or individual may be eligible for aid. Apply early as funding is limited, and look here for more information on Colorado section 8.
- Weatherization Support - The federal program is designed to help people save on their utility bills and conserve energy. This program is available to anyone who is qualified for the federal government LEAP assistance, and it is also available for people who qualify according to annual household income guidelines. Emergency services and crisis grants are also available through the Crisis Intervention Program (CIP).
The location serves multiple counties. Contact Housing Solutions at (970) 259-1086 for more information or to apply.
Archuleta County Human Services is the main organization in the county for state, federal, and government benefits. Each program has its own eligibility requirements. Energy bill assistance for the low income may be provided by LEAP. This program may assist with paying part of your winter heating costs or summer electric bills. Or look here for other government programs with free money.
- Other government benefits can include food stamps or TANF cash assistance (Colorado Works). Applications for child care may be processed too. The site can help with other needs too, such as Medicaid applications and more. The location is 551 Hot Springs Blvd., Pagosa Springs, Colorado 81147, dial 970-264-2182.
San Juan Basin Health Department, Women, Infants, & Children program may offer free food or baby formula to new parents. There are also diapers and car seats. Or get nutrition counseling, and access to basic health services. This aid is for new moms, pregnant mothers, babies, and their infants. Office is at 281 Sawyer Drive, Suite 200, Pagosa Springs, CO 81303, call 970-247-5702.
Archuleta County Housing Authority operates low-income based homes and apartments. They also help the low income, including disabled or elderly, find rent money or help to move. There are also details on section 8, including porting (moving with) a voucher. the location is 503 S 8th St, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147. Call (970) 264-4828
Salvation Army has a center in Pagosa Springs that supports the county. There is free stuff including Christmas toys for kids, a homeless shelter, and food boxes. Students will also get free backpacks full of school supplies or clothes. Other services are provided too, and call 970-264-0190 or (970) 264-6957.
Community United Methodist Church has a food pantry on site. The homeless, low-income and people with no money can get free food, groceries, and hygiene stuff. Some winter coats and clothes are given out too, to both kids or adults. The location is 434 Lewis St, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147. Call (970) 264-5508
World Road Church Ministry - Amazing Grace Community Church also has a food bank and pantry at 77 Navajo Ln, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147. For details, call (970) 444-2111
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