Emergency Shelters, Transitional Housing and Emergency Housing Resources in Jefferson County CO.
Jefferson County Colorado residents who are facing homelessness or area currently unhoused can get help from emergency shelters, transitional housing programs, and homeless outreach organizations located throughout the county. This page provides a comprehensive guide, by area, to emergency shelters and transitional housing programs in Jefferson County, Colorado.
Given the county’s vast geographic range - from the dense urban centers of Lakewood and Arvada to the remote mountain communities of Evergreen and Conifer— - inding the right resource depends heavily on your current location and specific needs (e.g., families, veterans, or individuals). Navigating homelessness in Jeffco often requires a "navigation-first" approach. Most homeless shelters in the county no longer allow walk-ins and instead require a referral through a municipal navigator or the 2-1-1 Colorado system. For immediate safety during extreme cold, the county operates a Severe Weather Shelter Network that activates based on temperature thresholds. If you need rent assistance to maybe stop an eviction - see the Jefferson County rent assistance page.
Emergency Housing Resources
People who need emergency shelter, crisis intervention, or immediate housing assistance in Jefferson County can dial 2-1-1 for referrals and intake information. Residents can also call 866-760-6489 if they are unable to reach 2-1-1 directly. Individuals experiencing a mental health crisis can contact Colorado Crisis Services at 844-493-8255 twenty four hours a day. Domestic violence survivors needing immediate shelter or safety planning can call the Family Tree crisis line at 303-420-6752.
Jefferson County and local municipalities may activate severe weather shelters during freezing temperatures, dangerous wind chills, or major snow events. Residents can call 303-271-7511 for updated severe weather shelter activation information.
Lakewood Area
The Action Center (formerly Jeffco Action Center)
Address: 8755 W. 14th Ave, Lakewood, CO 80215. Phone: 303-237-7704. Website: https://www.theactioncenter.org/
They focus on diversion services, clothing, and motel vouchers for families - including the homeless. They serve as a primary entry point for Lakewood residents, including the unhoused, to enter the housing navigation system. The Action Center has other programs too that may help struggling people, and see the guide to Action Center programs.
Lakewood Navigation Center (Operated by Volunteers of America)
Address: 14825 W. Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80401. Phone: 720-305-4640
This is the county’s year-round shelter (formerly RecoveryWorks). It provides 24/7 shelter for approximately 100 individuals with intensive case management. Referral only via city navigators. Services may include shelter beds, meals, housing stabilization support, and assistance obtaining permanent housing. Because intake procedures and locations may change, residents should call ahead for current program information.
Mean Street Ministry
Address: 1380 Ammons St, Lakewood, CO 80214. Phone: 303-232-2500. Website: https://www.meanstreetministry.org/
Provides a "Commuter" program, food bank, and navigation. They coordinate closely with the Severe Weather Shelter Network.
Arvada Area
Colorado Homeless Families
Address: PO Box 740130, Arvada, CO 80006. Phone: 303-420-6634. Website: https://chfinc.org/
A long-term transitional housing program (up to 2 years) specifically for families with children. Requires a rigorous application process and commitment to self-sufficiency goals. The nonprofit focuses on helping families, including the formerly homeless, achieve long term housing stability through case management, employment assistance, budgeting education, and supportive services.
Mission Arvada (at The Rising Church)
Address: 7500 W. 57th Ave, Arvada, CO 80002. Phone: 303-422-1174. Website: https://arvadarising.com/about-us
Services may include showers, laundry facilities, meals, mail services, clothing, and referrals to housing navigators and shelter programs. Mission Arvada also works closely with local organizations to connect residents with long term support services and housing assistance.
Wheat Ridge & Golden Area
Family Tree - Housing & Family Stabilization
Address: 3805 Marshall St, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033. Phone: 303-467-2604. Website: https://www.thefamilytree.org/
Offers the House of Hope (emergency shelter for women and children) and the GOALS program (transitional housing). Also provides extensive rental assistance and eviction prevention. The organization other temporary supportive housing programs designed to help families achieve long term stability and safety.
Foothills Regional Housing (formerly Jefferson County Housing Authority)
Address: 11941 W. 48th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033. Phone: 303-422-7000. Website: https://www.foothillsrh.org/
Manages Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) and permanent supportive housing projects like The Ives.
Jefferson Center for Mental Health
Address 4851 Independence Street in Wheat Ridge Colorado 80033. The phone number is 303-425-0300. More information is available at https://www.jcmh.org.
The organization provides behavioral health services, substance abuse treatment, crisis intervention, and supportive housing assistance for struggling residents throughout Jefferson County. Outreach teams may assist homeless individuals with mental health care, counseling services, medication management, and referrals to community housing programs.
Mountain Communities (Evergreen/Conifer)
Evergreen Christian Outreach (EChO)
Address: 27888 Meadow Drive, Evergreen, CO 80439. Phone: 303-670-1796. Website: https://evergreenchristianoutreach.org/
Operates an overnight shelter from October through April. Prospective guests must register in person at the EChO office.
Mountain Resource Center
Address: 11030 Kitty Dr, Conifer, CO 80433. Phone: 303-838-7552
Provides emergency financial assistance and housing navigation for those in the high-altitude regions of Jeffco.
Regional Programs Serving Jeffco Residents
Family Promise of Greater Denver (formerly Interfaith Hospitality Network)
Mailing Address: PO Box 172125, Denver, CO 80217. Phone: 303-675-0713
Uses a network of congregations to provide shelter and transitional housing for families. They serve the entire metro area, including Jefferson County. The organization uses a network of partner congregations and community organizations throughout the Denver metropolitan area, including Jefferson County.
Catholic Charities - Father Ed Judy House
Phone: 303-866-7641
Emergency shelter and transitional services specifically for single mothers and their children.
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