Resources
Veterans & First Responders
Employment Help, Housing, Various Services
The resource list below has been compiled in hopes of connecting the Red Rocks Church family with additional, specific support in times of need. This list of Veteran and First Responders resources is mostly local, Denver-based resources designed to assist individuals and families with care related issues.
ADVANCING WARRIORS
Space for men and women veterans, active service members, and emergency/front-line responders to rise above the stressors and traumas they have faced and to reconnect with God and one another. 8-week support groups, monthly meet-ups, and more
10200 W 44th Ave Unit 115, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
210-441-2592
estevens@advancingwarriors.org
www.advancingwarriors.org
AM VETS SCHOLARSHIP
AMVETS scholarships are designed to fulfill a financial gap after all Federal/State grants and/or scholarships available to an eligible applicant have been exhausted. They are proud to offer scholarships/grants to our nation’s Veterans, Active Duty, Guard and Reserves; their Spouses as well as their Children and Grandchildren.
www.amvets.org/scholarships
CADENCE INTERNATIONAL
An evangelical mission agency dedicated to reaching the military communities with the Good News of Jesus Christ
Englewood, CO 80150
info@cadence.org
303-762-1400
cadence.org
COHEN MILITARY FAMILY CLINIC
Counseling services for post-9/11 veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces including the National Guard and Reserves, regardless of discharge status, role while in uniform, or combat experience
7800 E. Orchard Rd, Greenwood Village, CO 80111
303-724-4255
info.cohenclinic@ucdenver.edu
www.coloradodepressioncenter.org/mfc/
COLORADO VETERANS PROJECT
Hosts events for veteran career advancement and entrepreneurship
info@coloradoveteransproject.org
www.coloradoveteransproject.org
COMMUNITY RESOURCE AND REFERRAL CENTER
Access to transitional housing and homeless services for veterans, showers and storage
3836 York Street, Denver, CO 80205
303-294-5600
www.va.gov
DENVER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & OPPORTUNITY
Employment assistance and resources for veterans
101 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80202
720-913-1999
www.denvergov.org/content/denvergov/en/denver-office-of-economic-development/jobs-employers/for-veterans.html
EVERGREEN COMMUNITY CENTER
Provide veterans services, rent and mortgage assistance, utility and heat assistance, housing assistance, job placement, and more. They also have a food bank open Mon. @ 10-6pm and Tue.-Thu. @ 10-4pm and serves all Coloradans. Proxy shoppers are available to shop for you.
27640 Hwy 74, Evergreen, CO 80439
303-670-1796
info@evergreenchristianoutreach.org
www.evergreenchristianoutreach.org
EXCHANGE
A lifetime benefit that provides goods and services to the military community worldwide, offering tax-free shopping and military-exclusive pricing. 100% of Exchange earnings support the military community.
www.shopmyexchange.com
GARY SINISE FOUNDATION
Refurbish bathrooms, kitchens, building wheelchair ramps, and more for our severely wounded military and first responder heroes
www.garysinisefoundation.org
HEALTH MIL
A free, confidential program that offers specialized coaching and assistance for active duty service members, National Guard members, reservists, veterans and retirees who need access to mental health care when: Relocating to another assignment; Returning from deployment; Transitioning from active duty to reserve component or reserve component to active duty; Preparing to leave military service; Any other time they need a new mental health provider or need a provider for the first time.
health.mil/Military-Health-Topics
HIDDEN HEROES
Connects military caregivers to helpful resources and support for the tremendous challenges and long-term needs they face
202-249-7170
www.hiddenheroes.org
HIRE HEROES USE
Help veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses secure meaningful employment. We are committed to providing one-on-one personalized support and dedicated guidance to those we serve, helping them build successful careers no matter where they start or where they’re headed.
844-634-1520
clientsupport@hireheroesusa.org
www.hireheroesusa.org
HUTS FOR VETS
Gender-specific wilderness therapy program and communal experiences for U.S. veterans and active-duty service members – Free of cost.
Confidential Location
970-927-4018
hutsforvets@gmail.com
www.hutsforvets.org
JEFFERSON COUNTY VETERAN SERVICES OFFICES
Applying for benefits that veterans or dependents may be eligible to receive from veteran affairs
303-271-4700
www.jeffco.us/1779/Veterans
MILITARY ONSOURCE
Military OneSource and your installation Military and Family Support Center can help you master your next military move. Whether you have orders for temporary duty or a permanent change of station, or are separating from the service, expert staff can provide information, education and referrals to help minimize stress and make your move a power move.
www.militaryonesource.mil
MT. CARMEL VETERANS SERVICE CENTER
Provides transition and employment assistance for veterans, military members and their families
530 Communication Cir., Colorado Springs, CO 80905
719-772-7000
frontdesk@mtcarmelcenter.org
www.veteranscenter.org
NATIONAL PARKS PASSES
Free lifetime passes for admission to national parks as a veteran
www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/passes
OFFICER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
Engage military leaders in Biblical fellowship and growth to equip them for Christlike service
4050 Lee Vance Drive, Suite 330, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
303-761-1984
www.ocfusa.org
PROJECT HEALING WATERS FLY FISHING
Helps active military service personnel and veterans in need through a dedicated, developed curriculum of fly fishing
1910 Marine Drive, Windsor, CO 80550
866-251-7252
projecthealingwaters.org
PROJECT SANCTUARY
Serving veterans, spouses, caregivers, and children as a family unit – hosts therapeutic retreats offering recreation, education, and counseling
Confidential Location
720-561-9193
info@projectsanctuary.us
www.projectsanctuary.us
PSYCHARMOR INSTITUTE
Delivers online courses about issues relevant to the military and Veteran communities. Courses are delivered within nine topic areas geared toward military culture, healthcare providers, employers, K-12 educators, higher education, volunteers, caregivers and families, transitioning service members, and communities serving Veterans
1-858-755-3006
info@psycharmor.org
www.psycharmor.org
REBOOT RECOVERY
Exists to help veterans, first responders and their families heal from the moral and spiritual wounds associated with service-related trauma through a 12-week faith-based REBOOT course
Courses offered in Colorado Springs at Cross Fellowship Church
719-495-4185
www.rebootrecovery.com
REMOUNT FOUNDATION
Provides a transformative experience through horses, nature, and community that helps veterans achieve wellness physically and spiritually
6035 Erin Park Dr, Suite 201, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
719-766-8567
info@remountfoundation.org
remountfoundation.org
STUDENT VETERANS OF AMERICA
Apply for open scholarships from SVA’s Partners. These are distributed to top student veterans in a manner that does not interfere with the G.I. Bill or other financial aid and total over $100,000 annually.
studentveterans.org
TASK FORCE: ISO
Engages and inspires Veterans through photography. Classes, events, and outreach
Free classes offered in Denver, Colorado Springs and Fort Collins
605-759-5104
www.taskforceiso.org
THE WARRIOR’S JOURNEY
An interactive resource for military members (including special forces), veterans and their families. Crisis hotline, devotionals, podcasts, sermons and more
Warrior-To-Warrior Support
Special Forces
www.thewarriorsjourney.org
VETERANS ADMINISTRATION HOSPITAL IN AURORA
VA offers a wide range of health, support, and facility services for Veterans, their families and caregivers
1700 North Wheeling Street, Aurora, CO 80045
303-399-8020
www.va.gov/eastern-colorado-health-care/locations
VETERANS CRISIS LINE
You’re not alone—the Veterans Crisis Line is here for you. 24/7 support, live connections, serves veterans, their families, and friends. You don’t have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to connect.
www.veteranscrisisline.net
VA HOMELESS PROGRAM
Housing, health care, employment and other services for veterans
1-877-424-3838
www.va.gov/homeless
VETERAN SERVICES
Behavioral health navigation, peer-to-peer support, specialized case management, filing for VA benefits and representation where needed with our County Veteran Services Officer – appointments highly recommended
1200 Federal Blvd, Denver, CO 80204
720-944-3500
www.denvergov.org/content/denvergov/en/denver-human-services/be-supported/additional-assistance/veteran-services.html
VET TIX
Veteran Tickets Foundation provides tickets to events which reduce stress, strengthen family bonds, build life-long memories and encourage service members and veterans to stay engaged with local communities and American life. They team up with major sports teams, leagues, promoters, organizations, venues and ticket holders to provide free tickets to the more than 21 million military and veterans.
www.vettix.org
VETERANS ADVOCACY PROJECT
Pairs individual veterans with teams of Colorado attorneys and Denver law students
Sturm College of Law – Ricketson Law Building – 2255 E. Evans Avenue, Denver, CO 80208
303-871-6000
vap@law.du.edu
www.law.du.edu/veterans-advocacy-project
WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT
Assists Veteran’s to combat stress through a variety of services, activities, retreats, recovery programs, and more
1 South Nevada Avenue, Suite 205, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903
719-377-9491
www.woundedwarriorproject.org
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