06/8/2022
June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
The Board of County Commissioners has accepted a proclamation to recognize June 15 as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day in Larimer County.
More about June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness DayHuman Services
Heather O'Hayre
Human Services Director
About Human Services
The Department of Human Services assists individuals and families achieve self-sufficiency and security through public assistance programs, services or referrals to community agencies. We have locations in Fort Collins, Loveland, and Estes Park.
We Provide:
- Assistance in obtaining food
- Coverage for medical costs
- Temporary cash assistance for families
- Protection for vulnerable adults and children
- A process for obtaining child support
- Care options for people with disabling conditions and limited finances
- Referrals to community agencies that can help people in need of assistance
Benefits & Community Support
Available Benefits
What to Expect When Applying
SNAP (Food Assistance)
Health First Colorado (Medicaid)
Cash Assistance Programs
Child Support
Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
Housing Stability
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
COVID 19 Benefit: Emergency Rent Assistance Program (ERAP)
ALL SPOTLIGHTS Spotlight
05/27/2022
Local efforts seek to fill formula shortage
Like much of the United States, families in Larimer County are experiencing a severe shortage of infant formula. The following is a list of local efforts that may help those in need.
More about Local efforts seek to fill formula shortage05/27/2022
Local efforts seek to fill formula shortage
Like much of the United States, families in Larimer County are experiencing a severe shortage of infant formula. The following is a list of local efforts that may help those in need.
More about Local efforts seek to fill formula shortageALL EVENTS UPCOMING EVENTS
News
- Clients can apply for benefits or check the status of their application through PEAK online. Phone hours are Monday-Friday, 8a-5p.
- Colorado SNAP recipients can now use EBT cards online at Safeway and Albertsons. Read more about where EBT cards can be used.
- The Double Up Food Bucks program doubles the value of federal nutrition benefits spent at participating markets and food retail stores, helping people bring home more healthy fruits and vegetables while supporting local farmers. Learn more
- Did you know that if you receive cash assistance benefits, you can have that cash directly deposited into your bank account? Click here for the direct deposit enrollment form.
Contact Human Services
- Public Benefits - 970-498-6300 or Email
- Child Care Assistance Program - 970-498-6300 or Email
- Child, Youth & Family Services - 970-498-6990
- Child Support - 970-498-7600 or Email
- Aging & Disability Services - 970-498-7750
- Options for Long Term Care - 970-498-7780
- Adult Protective Services - 970-498-7770 or Email
- Contact Us/Media Request page
- Complaints
OUR LOCATIONS (Map & Details)
- Fort Collins
- 1501 Blue Spruce, Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80524
- 2555 Midpoint Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80525
- 2573 Midpoint Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80525
- Loveland
- 200 Peridot Ave, Loveland, CO 80537
- Estes Park
- 1601 Brodie Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517
