Youth Engagement Programs (Health)

Our mission is to ensure that all young people in Larimer County have the information, tools, and support they need to lead long, healthy lives. We work to empower youth and elevate their voices through:

Youth outreach and engagement
The facilitation of three youth coalitions where members share their life experiences and perspectives, and impact health policy
Opportunities for youth professional development and leadership

By amplifying their ideas and supporting their leadership, we help youth bring their visions for themselves and their communities to life.

Youth Action for Health

Voces Jovenes y Fuertes

Youth In Action

Youth Engagement Specialists

The Larimer County Department of Health and Environment hires Larimer County youth between the ages of 16-18 for the position(s) of Youth Engagement Specialist.

This paid position is a 6-12 month commitment at 10 hours per week. Applicants must be a high school student for the upcoming school year to be considered and must reside in the boundaries of the school district in which they are applying. The work will be a combination of in-person and remote.

The focus of the work includes, but is not limited to:

Outreach to local youth
Developing social media and print materials
Providing perspective to inform health outreach and education activities
Serving on community-wide coalitions
Facilitating youth-led coalitions

Learn more and apply here.

Larimer County Youth Resource Guide

Use the drop down menu below to find resources for youth in Larimer County.

You can also download the Larimer County Youth Resource Guide in English or Español.

Mental Health Resources

Crisis Mental Health Resources

SummitStone Urgent Care & Mobile Response

Behavioral Health Urgent Care offers walk-in care 24/7/365 to anyone who may be experiencing a self-defined behavioral health crisis. You can also call for Mobile Response any time, anywhere in Larimer County. Crisis interventions by phone, Behavioral Health Urgent Care or Mobile Response are available for all individuals seeking behavioral health crisis support and/or referral to ongoing care. Caregiver and guardian involvement will be discussed as appropriate to youth seeking assistance.

24/7 Hotline: Call (970) 494-4200 ext. 4 or Text "TALK" to 38255 (English/Español)

2260 West Trilby Rd | Fort Collins, CO

summitstonehealth.org/crisis-services

Mountain Crest Behavioral Health

UCHealth Mountain Crest Behavioral Health Center helps adults and adolescents with mental health issues and substance abuse issues achieve a balanced life and a high level of health and well-being. Mountain Crest offers both ongoing care and crisis treatment.

24/7 Help Line: (970) 207-4800 (English) or (844) 945-2500 (Español)

4601 Corbett Drive | Fort Collins, CO

uchealth.org/locations/uchealth-mountain-crest-behavioral-health-center

Colorado Crisis Services/Lifeline

Colorado Crisis Services provides free, confidential and immediate support. The crisis clinicians and peer specialists are available 24/7/365 via phone or text.

24/7 Help Line: Call (844) 493-8255 (English) or (888) 628-9454 (Español) or Text "TALK" to 38255

coloradocrisisservices.org

The Trevor Project

The Trevor Project is a national suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQIA+ young people. They can help if you or a friend is struggling.

24/7 Help Line: Call (866) 488-7386 or Text "START" to 678-678

thetrevorproject.org

Crisis Text Line

Connect with a trained crisis counselor to receive free, 24/7 support via text message for any crisis. They will help you move from a hot moment to a cool moment.

Text "HOME" to 741-741 (English/Español)

crisistextline.org

Non-Crisis Mental Health Services

CAYAC (Childhood, Adolescent, and Young Adult Connections)

CAYAC offers mental health resources, information, and education based on your unique needs and goals. Call CAYAC to speak with a mental health specialist who will listen to your concerns, discuss options available to you locally, and help you get connected to resources. Mental health specialists can also share information with you about your right to receive mental healthcare and offer support talking to a parent or loved one about mental health. CAYAC staff are LGBTQ-affirming and offer bilingual support and translation services at no cost.

(970) 221-3308 (English/Español)

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

healthdistrict.org/cayac

I Matter Colorado

I Matter offers 6 free behavioral health sessions with a licensed and youth-friendly clinician to any Colorado youth.

imattercolorado.org (English)

yoimportocolorado.org (Español)

Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence Resources

SAVA (Sexual Assault and Victim Advocacy Center)

SAVA is dedicated to providing services to anyone affected by sexual violence in Larimer and Weld County. Whether the assault happened to you or a loved one, SAVA can provide advocacy and support regardless of when the assault happened.

24/7 Hotline: (970) 472-4200 (English/Español)

savacenter.org

Crossroads Safehouse

Staff are available to assist those in Northern Colorado who are suffering from domestic violence and interpersonal abuse based on individual needs and the emergent situation. This includes those who have experienced abuse both recently or in the past.

24/7 Help Line: (970) 482-3502 (English/Español)

crossroadssafehouse.org

Estes Valley Crisis Advocates

EVCA provides advocacy services to survivors of crime and trauma including safe housing and counseling services in Estes Park.

24/7 Help Line: Call (970) 577-9781 or Text 1 (513) 970-3822 (English/Español)

crisisadvocates.org

Alternatives to Violence

ATV provides emergency shelter, crisis advocacy, and resources for people impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking in Loveland and Southern Larimer County.

24/7 Help Line: Call (970) 669-5150 or Text (970) 669-5157 (English/Español)

alternativestoviolence.org

Tobacco Cessation Resources