Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access Shelter services?

Those seeking Shelter services must first go through the Coordinated Entry Screening.  See Coordinated Entry, above.

How can I get between downtown Boulder and the Shelter?

There is a free bus available every day:

5:00pm from 11th & Walnut directly to the Shelter

8:00am from the Shelter back to 11th & Walnut.

RTD Bus Lines: SKIP and 204

Does the Shelter help residents find jobs?

In an effort to not duplicate services that already exist in the community, the Shelter works closely with other agencies, such as Workforce Boulder County and Ready to Work, that provide employment and employment training to those looking for work.

How can I reach someone staying at the Shelter?

The names of residents who stay at the Shelter are kept confidential. Anyone wishing to contact someone they believe to be staying at the Shelter may call the resident voice mail box at 303-468-4324 and leave a message that will be posted, or they may call the Shelter’s main number at 303-442-4646 and a Shelter staff member will take a message and post it.

Where do Shelter residents go during the day?

The Shelter is closed to residents between 8am and 5pm, with a few exceptions such as residents who do service work. Many Shelter residents have employment and they go to work during the day. Others are looking for work or training for new jobs.

Where is the Shelter located?

Please see Map & Directions section below

Map & Directions

More Community Resources

In addition to the services provided by the shelter, these agencies offer many types of services for residents of Boulder County. For a complete up-to-date, printable Community Resources List  Click Here.
Recursos Comunitarios.

TGTHR (formerly Attention Homes) Emergency Shelter
3080 N. Broadway
303.447.1207
5:30pm-9:30am M-F, 5:30pm-10:30am Sat & Sun

Emergency overnight shelter for up to 12 homeless youth ages 12-20 with access to aftercare services.

TGTHR Drop-In Day Center – The Source

12:30-5pm Mon-Sun
Access to showers, hygiene products, food, clothing, education, medical care and other supportive services for youth 12-24.

Agape Safe Haven

Longmont—location changes nightly
303.774.7994

Twenty-five beds for adults on winter nights mid-November thru mid-March or when weather conditions are met. Hosted by rotation of community congregations. There is an interview and application process.

Emergency Family Assistance Association (EFAA)

1575 Yarmouth Avenue
303.442.3042

M/Tu/Th/F 9:30am-4:30pm, Wed 12-4:30pm
Rent & utility assistance to needy families, the elderly and disabled. Short term housing and services to support families. Intake with caseworker needed to use services.

Safe House Progressive Alliance for Non-Violence

303.449.8623
24 hour crisis line: 303.444.2424

Serves victims of domestic violence, providing safe shelter, legal assistance, education and counseling. Intake needed, call for information.

H.O.P.E.—Homeless Outreach Providing Encouragement

720.494.4673

  • Outreach Center: 804 S. Lincoln Street, Longmont, 80501
  • M,T, Th, Fr 12-5pm

Mobile outreach unit providing emergency supplies and transport to shelter in all conditions, overnight shelter, safe parking, and more.

Clinica Family Health Services (People’s Clinic)

2525 13th Street
303.449.6050

Drop in Tuesday 8:00-10:30, Thursday 2:00-4:00
Primary care medical practice for Boulder’s underserved.

Boulder Community Health

Emergency services at Foothills campus
4747 Arapahoe Avenue
303.857.5908

Dental Aid

4155 Darley Avenue Boulder
303.499.7072

877 South Boulder Road Louisville
303.665.8228

1775 Princess Drive Longmont
303.682.2619

Oral health care and outreach for low income and uninsured residents of Boulder and Broomfield counties. Accepts Medicaid and CHP+.

Mental Health Partners/Ryan Wellness Center

1000 Alpine
303.443.8500

Emergency Psychiatric Services 24-hour line 303.447.1665
Counseling services, onsite pharmacy.

Dental Aid

4155 Darley Avenue Boulder
303.499.7072

877 South Boulder Road Louisville
303.665.8228

1775 Princess Drive Longmont
303.682.2619

Oral health care and outreach for low income and uninsured residents of Boulder and Broomfield counties. Accepts Medicaid and CHP+.

Mental Health Partners/Addiction Recovery

3180 Airport Road
303.441.1281

24-hour Walk-in Crisis Center and Addiction Recovery, detoxification and both in- and outpatient substance abuse treatment services.

Boulder County AIDS Project

2118 14th Street Boulder
303.444.6121

HIV prevention education and care services including case management, housing assistance, support groups and advocacy to residents of Boulder county. Free needle exchange M-F, 2-5pm

Boulder County Department of Housing and Human Services

3400 Broadway
303.441.1000

SNAP (food stamps), TANF, Medicaid, countywide rental assistance, public housing and housing support services to low-income families, seniors, veterans and people with disabilities. Child welfare services, family driven intervention and prevention services for families in crisis, foster care and adoption services.

Boulder County AIDS Project

2118 14th Street Boulder
303.444.6121

HIV prevention education and care services including case management, housing assistance, support groups and advocacy to residents of Boulder county. Free needle exchange M-F, 2-5pm

Boulder County Department of Housing and Human Services

3400 Broadway
303.441.1000

SNAP (food stamps), TANF, Medicaid, countywide rental assistance, public housing and housing support services to low-income families, seniors, veterans and people with disabilities. Child welfare services, family driven intervention and prevention services for families in crisis, foster care and adoption services.

Boulder Housing Partners

4800 N. Broadway Boulder
720.564.4610

Providing affordable, high quality housing options to Boulder residents.

Thistle Communities

6000 Spine Rd., #101
303.443.0007

Affordable homes, inexpensive rentals and low-income housing in Boulder and Longmont.

Boulder Housing Partners

4800 N. Broadway Boulder
720.564.4610

Providing affordable, high quality housing options to Boulder residents.

Thistle Communities

6000 Spine Rd., #101
303.443.0007

Affordable homes, inexpensive rentals and low-income housing in Boulder and Longmont.

The Inn Between

515 Kimbark Street, Suite 107, Longmont
303.684.0810

Transitional housing and associated services to homeless individuals and families with the goals of helping them achieve self-sufficiency.

Boulder Social Security Office

4949 East Pearl Circle Suite 101
1.800.772.1213

M,T,Th,F 9am-4pm, W, 9am-12pm

Bridge House

720.386.9002
Community Table Dinners: Monday – Friday 4:45 – 6:00pm @Grace Commons Annex – 1603 Walnut in Boulder

Ready to Work Program: Paid transitional work as a stepping stone to mainstream employment. Transitional housing available. Commitment to a 9 – 12 month program with supportive services.

Deacons’ Closet

16th & Walnut, Boulder (Grace Commons Annex)
Free clothing bank, 9.30-10.30am Thursdays.

Harvest of Hope Food Pantry

4830 Pearl St., Boulder
720.382.1971

Supplemental food pantry for clients with and without kitchens.
Those with kitchens can shop weekly, M-F 9-11am & Th Eve 4:30-6:30pm. Those without kitchens are invited to shop daily, M-F 12-2pm.

Community Food Share

650 S. Taylor Avenue Louisville
303.652.3663

Boulder and Broomfield counties’ primary food pantry. Offers assistance to families and provides food to smaller organizations and food pantries.

Sister Carmen Community Center

655 Aspen Ridge Road, Lafayette
303.665.4342

Mon-Fri, 8:00am-5:00pm (closed 12-1 for lunch)

Food pantry, rent, utility, security deposit, prescription assistance, clothing, transportation and case management to residents of Louisville, Lafayette, Erie and Superior.

OUR Center

220 Collyer St., Longmont
303.772.5529

Drop-in Mon-Sun for emergency food and supplies, breakfast, lunch, clothing bank for residents of greater Longmont area. Call to schedule an appointment for rent and utility assistance, housing and employment referrals, family law resources, substance abuse, health care, mobility and dental health access.

Boulder Vet Center

4999 Pearl East Circle Suite 106 Boulder
303.440.7306

Submits claims for benefits to the Department of Veterans Affairs. Open M-F 7:00am-5:00pm.

Workforce Boulder County

5755 Central Ave., Boulder
303.301.2900

515 Coffman, Longmont
303.651.1510

Offers a variety of services to job seekers including computer access, printing, fax, phones, workshops, search assistance and job placement.

Boulder Vet Center

4999 Pearl East Circle Suite 106 Boulder
303.440.7306

Submits claims for benefits to the Department of Veterans Affairs. Open M-F 7:00am-5:00pm.

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

4875 Pearl East Circle Suite 301, Boulder
303.444.2816

351 Coffman, Ste. 216, Longmont
303.776.6878

Assists people with disabilities prepare for, obtain and maintain work.