These are resources that we as a family used, I as a professional have used, others have recommended, or might otherwise be helpful. There are many local services related to Denver and Colorado as well as wider-reaching resources. I hope you find something that is useful for you. If you need help locating a resource that is not listed, please let me know and I will see what I can find for you.
You're-Not-Alone Online & Phone Support
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*Talk Lines
Mental health crisis ...........................988
Rapeline...............................................303-492-1000
Rape Crisis Hotline............................. 303-322-7273
Suicide Hotline.303-860-1200 | 800-273-TALK (8255)
Parental Stress.................................1-800-632-8188
Youth Support Line..............................303-894-9000
Denver Center for Crime Victims.........303-894-8000
Rape Crisis (RAAP)..............................303-322-7273
Denver Safehouse...............................303-830-6800
Depression and Suicide Hotline..........303-860-1200
You're-Not-Alone Local Support
You can also check our calendar for events for general fun, opportunities for connection, and events designed with individuals with special needs in mind.
FUN & Respite
Discovery Club provides a day for children and youth to explore and learn in a friendly social setting. Kids will meet new friends and enjoy recreational activities such as sports, games, singing, drama, and much more. Discovery Club acts similar to child care, allowing parents a break from caregiving and a chance for them to rest and recharge.” It is each Saturday from 10am till 4pm (except summer) and costs around $30 per child.
303.910.2616
Easter Seals also offers summer sleep-away camps and day camps along with other services. This is one of our family’s personal favorites. They care for children ages 6 and up, and all individuals with special needs can continue to go to the sleep-away camp as adults. It is one of the few special places that continues to serve our children as adults. They also focus on the recreation of being a child. Once a year, our daughter gets to go and just be a kid.
They provide assistance for recreational supplies like adapted tricycles.
PO Box 740849
Arvada, CO 80006-0849
Phone (720) 940-6078
Financial, Legal, & Advocacy Help
When the child is a minor, the benefits are based off of the parents’ income. When the child is an adult, the benefits are based off of theirs. Currently in Colorado, if you qualify for SSI, you qualify for Medicaid. Medicaid can help with the cost of many services and medical supplies.
http://www.ssa.gov/pgm/ssi.htm
1-800-772-1213
They provide advocacy assistance for those with developmental disabilities as well as work opportunities, and affordable clothing and household items through second hand stores.
Phone:
202-534-3700 / 800-433-525
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ADA, Americans With Disabilities Act
They help protect and resolve disputes or violations of the law protecting those with disabilities. If you want updates you can sign up for their list.
The U.S. Department of Justice provides information about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) through a toll-free ADA Information Line.
800 - 514 - 0301 (voice) 800 - 514 - 0383 (TTY)
Civil Rights Within Schools
Office for civil rights at U.S. Department of Education:
800.421.3481
Treatment
The Childrens' Hospital in Colorado offers care for our children at their main campus in Aurora and many outreach clinics.
Main 720.777.1234
Vision 720.777.2020
They provide care for children with orthopedic needs and burn needs – no out of pocket cost if you qualify.
Patient Referal/Eligibilty Information
E-mail: patientreferrals@shrinenet.org
Telephone: 800-237-5055 (in the U.S.)
The Basics
Resource Lists & Others
211
Dial 211 and explain what you need help with. The organization will help connect you with organization or programs that may be able to help.
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Educational
A nicely written guide to college and disabilities
Roswell New Mexico College includes programs such as child care, admin work, health care