The federal government is currently in a shutdown. At this time, there are no immediate impacts to federally funded child and family programs operated by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood. Families should continue to access care and services as usual.
We are monitoring the situation closely with federal partners and will share updates as soon as more information becomes available.
Offers short (2 day) to long-term care for children in the home of a safe and verified volunteer while parents take care of whatever issues are preventing them from caring adequately for their children (e.g., hospitalizations, rehab, homelessness, etc.). The program is intended to keep families together and keep children out of the foster care system. Parents will always maintain full parental rights, while signing documents that allow host families to care for the children and provide necessary care (e.g., hospitalization in case of emergencies). Parents matched with a family will enter into a relationship with the host family and a family coach while hosting is provided. Background checks are conducted on all host families.
Families with children aged 0 - 18
Area Served: El Paso CountyAgency Info
Serves families in crisis in the Colorado Springs and surrounding area by partnering with local churches, where families open their homes and lives to vulnerable children. Creates extended family-like supports for desperate families through a community of devoted volunteers who are motivated by faith to keep children safe and keep families intact.
Raising Colorado Kids Guide is brought to you by the Colorado Office of Early Childhood.
For general help, call 1-800-799-5876 or email cdhs_oec_communications@state.co.us
Raising Colorado Kids is brought to you by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood.
For general help, call 1-800-799-5876 or email cdec_communications@state.co.us
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