Archuleta County DHS is working closely with local and regional agencies to assist our community.
Please see below for community resources available in Archuleta County, click on the title to learn more.
Local and Regional Resources
For general information, and Locations please click The Food Pantry Network.
For housing resources in Archuleta, please click here to see the Archuleta County Housing Assistance List
Local non-profit creating a community of wellness through food/nutrition resource assistance and educational programs. For more information, visit Healthy Archuleta.
Helping pregnant women, infants and children with nutritious food and breastfeeding support. Visit WIC for more information and how to apply.
Affordable prenatal care, free parenting classes and services. For more information visit Aspire.
Local non-profit that supports victims and survivors of domestic abuse. They help connect individuals with legal services, safe housing, victim compensation and more. For more information, please visit Rise Above Violence. If you need assistance call their 24-Hour hotline at 970-264-9075. All calls are free and confidential.
Whatever you are going through, there’s help. There is no wrong reason to call. Support for you and your loved ones. Colorado Crisis Services.
Axis Health is open and available for patients and the community at all Axis Health System locations. Providing primary health care, mental health care, substance use treatment, care coordination and dental health care.
- Axis 24/7 Crisis Line: 970-247-5245
Legal help for low-income Coloradans with civil legal needs. For more information visit Colorado Legal Services.
The council’s goal is to foster and sustain a comprehensive, high-quality, and accessible early childhood system that supports families and the community in order to prepare children for academic and personal success in life. For more information on resources and services visit ECC.
For the bus schedule visit MET.
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Local non-profit that focuses on creating interactive opportunities that honor culture and diversity. PCI provides Archuleta residents with services that increase wellness and engagement for a better quality of life. For more information or support please visit Pagosa Community Initiative.
A volunteer-led group of local agencies, churches, and community members who have come together since 2002 to provide short-term support to Archuleta County residents facing unexpected financial crises.
Fill out an application and drop off at the Community United Methodist Church (434 Lewis St.) or the Archuleta County Department of Human Services (550 Hot Springs Blvd., Suite A), using the designated drop boxes at either location.
Their mission is to promote independence and advance community resilience by empowering individuals who are 60 and better, their families, and other community stakeholders. For more information on the community café or meals on wheel visit Archuleta Seniors Inc.
A senior companion/care-assist services. If you are a senior looking for help around your home contact Madeline Sutton at 970-325-3585.
Providing assistance for qualified military veterans and their families to obtain program benefits. For more information, please visit the Archuleta Veterans Services.
The Colorado Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) is a federally funded program that helps eligible hard-working Colorado families, seniors and individuals pay a portion of their winter home heating costs.
The LEAP program works to keep our communities warm during the winter (November through April). The program accepts applications between November and April. Click below to learn more about applying for LEAP benefits, including a checklist to help you prepare your application. If you’re looking for assistance outside of LEAP season, it may be available. Please call 1-866-HEAT-HELP (1-866-432-8435) for more information.
Energy Outreach Colorado can only provide assistance for utilities. For more information and an application please click here EOC Website.
In partnership with Mile High United Way, the Colorado State Emergency Operations Center activated 2-1-1 Colorado to connect Coloradans with human service resource statewide. Coloradans can reach Western Colorado 2-1-1 website at wc211.org or calling 1-888-217-1215.
Supporting individuals with financial support as they seek employment. For more information, please visit: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment.
Housing Solutions is dedicated to securing and maintaining affordable housing options for individuals and families in Southwest Colorado. For more information, please go to their website at swhousingsolutions.com.
Housing Solutions is dedicated to securing and maintaining affordable housing options for individuals and families in Southwest Colorado. For more information, please go to their website at swhousingsolutions.com.
For fingerprinting services please visit Civil Finger Printing.