Is 211 available in Colorado?
Today, 2-1-1 Colorado provides border-to-border coverage of Colorado, serving all 64 counties. 2-1-1 Colorado is provided by seven non-profit organizations.
How can I get help paying my bills in Colorado?
If you need help paying your utility bills, contact one of these organizations.
- Colorado weatherization and low-income energy programs.
- Energy Outreach Colorado – get help with utility bills and weatherization.
- Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) – get an application and find the county LEAP office near you.
How can I get free housing in Colorado?
Colorado Housing Connects provides statewide housing assistance regarding affordable housing, housing assistance, tenant rights, and more, by connecting Coloradans with local services. They operate a housing hotline. You can call 1-844-926-6632 to speak with a housing counselor who will connect you with resources.
Who qualifies for TANF in Colorado?
The requirements include: Being a US Citizen or legal alien, meet the resource and income guidelines and have a dependent child. Participate in work activities and comply with Individual Responsibility Contracts. Establishment of a child support order against the absent parent if a parent is absent from the household.
What is the income limit for TANF in Colorado?
Housing & Human Services Program Income Guidelines
| Family Size | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Medicaid for Children (Ages 0-18) | $1,437 | $1,948 |
| Medicaid for Pregnant Women | $1,973 | $2,675 |
| CHP+ for Children up to 18 & Pregnant Women | $2,631 | $3,567 |
| Colorado Works/Temporary Aid to Needy Families (TANF) | $253 | $331 |
How does TANF work in Colorado?
Under Colorado Works, applicants who are either pregnant or have at least one child, and who meet other eligibility requirements, can receive monthly basic cash assistance payments, help with emergency household expenses, and/or services such as counselling and job training.
What is Lieap?
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) assists eligible low-income households with their heating and cooling energy costs, bill payment assistance, energy crisis assistance, weatherization and energy-related home repairs.
What is a COC voucher?
Continuum of Care (COC), funded through the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), funds projects to help house people who are experiencing homelessness. Housing Connect utilizes these funds to provide housing for chronically homeless individuals and families.