Adoption Assistance through Catholic Charities
(Separate Website)
Adoption assistance for all families, regardless of race, religion or financial condition.
By: Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Denver
Help Available from Social Services - Montezuma County Learn about services for adults, families and children available at your local social services office. Programs include Child Support Enforcement, Adult Medical Services and Protection, Food Stamps, Adoption Services, Parenting Education and more.
By: Montezuma County Department of Social Services
Adoption Information
(Separate Website)
This group provides information on adoption, including guidelines for approaching both deciding to adopt and taking the first steps. They can provide contact information to adoption agencies and attorneys to further assist you. (These referred services may be fee-based. Check the facts about a product or organization that you are not familiar with.)
By: National Committee for Adoption
Help with Adoption
(Separate Website)
Nationwide 114,000 children wait in foster care for adoption. A majority of them are children of minority heritage who face significant developmental, medical, behavioral and/or emotional challenges. Many are members of sibling groups; most are school-aged. The Adoption Exchange works to make the connection between families who adopt and these children who wait.
By: The Adoption Exchange
Colorado Coalition of Adoptive Families (COCAF)
(Separate Website)
COCAF supports foster-adopt, adoptive, and kinship families of Colorado. This site will provide you with information on questions or concerns you may have, and provide direction for you if you wish to become more involved in adoptive/kinship issues.
Foster Parent and Adoptive Parent Resources
(Separate Website)
This site has a wealth of information such as a support groups and upcoming trainings to applicable legislation and additional resource links all for foster and adoptive parents.
By: Colorado State Foster Parent Association
Public Records Research
(Separate Website)
Look up and get copies of information such as marriage and birth records, home ownership information and other documents.
By: NETRonline Real Estate Information and Public Records Research
Vital Records
(Separate Website)
Get certified copies of birth and death certificates, and marriage and divorce verifications, adoption records.
By: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
Common-Law Marriage
(Separate Website)
A common-law marriage in Colorado is valid for all purposes in the same manner as a ceremonial marriage. It can be terminated only by death or divorce.
By: State of Colorado, Department of Law
Public Records Research
(Separate Website)
Look up and get copies of information such as marriage and birth records, home ownership information and other documents.
By: NETRonline Real Estate Information and Public Records Research
Vital Records
(Separate Website)
Get certified copies of birth and death certificates, and marriage and divorce verifications, adoption records.
By: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
Help Available from Social Services - Montezuma County Learn about services for adults, families and children available at your local social services office. Programs include Child Support Enforcement, Adult Medical Services and Protection, Food Stamps, Adoption Services, Parenting Education and more.
By: Montezuma County Department of Social Services
Information and Help for Abuse Victims
(Separate Website)
Information and referral sources to report and deal with issues surrounding child abuse, elder abuse and family violence.
By: National Council on Child Abuse & Family Violence
Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect
(Separate Website)
Resources on child abuse prevention, protecting children from risk of abuse, and strengthening families. Includes information on supporting families, protective factors, public awareness, community activities, positive parenting, prevention programs, and more.
By: Child Welfare Information Gateway
Southwest Colorado Mental Health Center Inc.
(Separate Website)
Services are available to children, adults, seniors, and families to meet mental health, substance abuse, and vocational/job needs.
Support for Indian Children
(Separate Website)
This organization provides information on public policy, research, and advocacy; information and training relating to Indian child welfare; and community development services and works on behalf of Indian children and families.
By: National Indian Child Welfare Association
Common-Law Marriage
(Separate Website)
A common-law marriage in Colorado is valid for all purposes in the same manner as a ceremonial marriage. It can be terminated only by death or divorce.
By: State of Colorado, Department of Law
Public Records Research
(Separate Website)
Look up and get copies of information such as marriage and birth records, home ownership information and other documents.
By: NETRonline Real Estate Information and Public Records Research
Vital Records
(Separate Website)
Get certified copies of birth and death certificates, and marriage and divorce verifications, adoption records.
By: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
Help Available from Social Services - Montezuma County Learn about services for adults, families and children available at your local social services office. Programs include Child Support Enforcement, Adult Medical Services and Protection, Food Stamps, Adoption Services, Parenting Education and more.
By: Montezuma County Department of Social Services
Information and Help for Abuse Victims
(Separate Website)
Information and referral sources to report and deal with issues surrounding child abuse, elder abuse and family violence.
By: National Council on Child Abuse & Family Violence
Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect
(Separate Website)
Resources on child abuse prevention, protecting children from risk of abuse, and strengthening families. Includes information on supporting families, protective factors, public awareness, community activities, positive parenting, prevention programs, and more.
By: Child Welfare Information Gateway
Southwest Colorado Mental Health Center Inc.
(Separate Website)
Services are available to children, adults, seniors, and families to meet mental health, substance abuse, and vocational/job needs.
Support for Indian Children
(Separate Website)
This organization provides information on public policy, research, and advocacy; information and training relating to Indian child welfare; and community development services and works on behalf of Indian children and families.
By: National Indian Child Welfare Association
Supervised, Court-Ordered Parenting Time Offers supervised parenting time and safe exchanges. (Must have a court order for supervised parenting time; if voluntary must be in writing and approved by the court.)
By: Central Visitation Program
Other Formats:
Separate Website
A Place for Supervised Parenting Time and Safe Exchanges
(Separate Website)
Offers supervised parenting time and safe exchanges by court order or written agreement by stipulation.
By: Karlis Family Center/Family Tree, Inc.
Services for Children, Adolescents, Couples, and Adults NAC provides services including individual counseling for adults, adolescents and children; family therapy; group counseling; psychological testing; child custody evaluations; intensive family treatment for Native American families in need, expert witness testimony; and cross-cultural consultation. NAC operates on a sliding scale fee basis.
By: Native American Counseling
Standards for Child Custody in Same-Sex Relationships
(Separate Website)
Guidelines to follow when their is agreement to be made about child custody in same-sex relationships. (You must have Adobe® Reader on your computer to open this file. If you do not, click here , look for the icon that reads "Get Adobe® Reader" and download the software onto your computer.)
By: COLAGE
Be a Fan of Your Kid
(Separate Website)
The Be A Fan of Your Kid public service campaign is designed to provide tips, suggestions and resources for fathers on positive fathering and role modeling. Program sponsored by: Colorado Foundation for Families and Children, Colorado Child Support Enforcement Program, The Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche, Sportradio 950 the Fan, Juice Communications, Internet Design & Development and The Children's Hospital.
By: Colorado Foundation for Families and Children
Grandparents and Grandchildren Reunite
(Separate Website)
This organization provides a number of services and support to help grandparents and other family members who are raising children.
By: Grandparents Resource Center
Single Dad's Support Group
(Separate Website)
The non-profit organization Single Dads Resource Center Inc. (SDRC) has received a grant to offer free parenting classes with the emphasis on single fathers. Classes are held each Wednesday evening from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church at the corner of Caley and Lakeview in Littleton.
By: Single Dad's Resource Center, Inc.
The Family Center - La Plata
(Separate Website)
This group provides neighborhood-based centers focused on supporting family strengths and healthy child development.
The Piñon Project
(Separate Website)
The Piñon Project Family Center is a non-profit organization that was created in the early 1990?s in response to a grassroots movement to create a healthier future for Montezuma County. Today, with strong community support, The Piñon Project provides services that promote positive outcomes for over 1,000 families and their children in Southwest Colorado every year.
Domestic Violence Victim Assistance - Statewide Crisis Numbers
(Separate Website)
Services for domestic violence victims and their families, including a list of shelters statewide.
By: Colorado Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV)
Public Records Research
(Separate Website)
Look up and get copies of information such as marriage and birth records, home ownership information and other documents.
By: NETRonline Real Estate Information and Public Records Research
Vital Records
(Separate Website)
Get certified copies of birth and death certificates, and marriage and divorce verifications, adoption records.
By: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
Colorado Sheriffs' Offices
(Separate Website)
This resource directs you to contact information to all Colorado Sheriffs' Offices, they can often help with Service of Process and other civil duties
By: USA Cops
Single Dad's Support Group
(Separate Website)
The non-profit organization Single Dads Resource Center Inc. (SDRC) has received a grant to offer free parenting classes with the emphasis on single fathers. Classes are held each Wednesday evening from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church at the corner of Caley and Lakeview in Littleton.
By: Single Dad's Resource Center, Inc.
Women's Resource Center
(Separate Website)
The Women's Resource Center helps women help themselves by providing education, resource and referral, mentoring, community building and networking opportunities.
List of Domestic Violence Resources by County This is a list of places you can go if you are a victim of domestic violence. The list covers the state of Colorado.
By: Colorado Legal Services
Domestic Violence Victim Assistance - Statewide Crisis Numbers
(Separate Website)
Services for domestic violence victims and their families, including a list of shelters statewide.
By: Colorado Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV)
A Safe Place
(Separate Website)
Serving victims of domestic violence (including providing shelter), programs also include advocacy support groups, medical care, education, and referrals to other services.
By: SafeHouse Denver, Inc.
Southwest Colorado Mental Health Center Inc.
(Separate Website)
Services are available to children, adults, seniors, and families to meet mental health, substance abuse, and vocational/job needs.
Volunteers of America
(Separate Website)
The Brandon Center is an emergency shelter for homeless women and children and those seeking refuge from domestic violence.
The Denver Center for Crime Victims
(Separate Website)
Services include: 24-hour hotlines (in both English and Spanish), information and referral, assistance with emergency services, advocacy, crisis counseling, support groups, community outreach and education. Also available is a elder/disability program (grandparents raising grandchildren), children, youth and families program.
By: The Denver Center for Crime Victims
Address Confidentiality Program
(Separate Website)
This is a state program for survivors of domestic violence, sexual offenses and stalking who fear for their safety. The ACP helps survivors keep their addresses confidential after they have relocated to escape possible or former abusers. The ACP is available to men, women and children.
Personal Safety Plan
(Separate Website)
This helpful resource gives suggestions to victims of domestic violence who have had their perpetrator evicted or are living alone.
By: Oklahoma Indian Legal Services, Inc
Brochures on Domestic Violence and Safety
(Separate Website)
Brochures with information about domestic violence and safety planning for victims, their children, attorneys and advocates in six languages. Publications may be downloaded or a copy may be ordered by telephone. You must have Adobe ® Reader to read the brochures. Click here to download Adobe ® Reader.
By: American Bar Association
Workplace Safety Plan
(Separate Website)
This helpful resource gives suggestions to victims of domestic violence about the workplace and how to make it a safer environment.
By: California Attorney General's Office
Information and Help for Abuse Victims
(Separate Website)
Information and referral sources to report and deal with issues surrounding child abuse, elder abuse and family violence.
By: National Council on Child Abuse & Family Violence
How an Abuser Can Discover Your Internet Activities
(Separate Website)
Important Internet Security Information to prevent others from reading your email or following your online activity.
By: Women's Resource Center
Crisis Reactions and Interventions
If you are a woman and have experienced abuse or trauma in your relationships, you may find yourself having emotional, physical and behavioral reactions that you are not used to. This can be confusing and disturbing, yet a normal response to an abnormal situation.
By: Project Safeguard
A Guide to Domestic Violence: Risk Assessment, Risk Reduction, and Safety Plan
(Separate Website)
The starting point for any domestic violence intervention strategy begins by identifying the risks victim faces and 'priority problems'. Use this helpful guide to get started assessing the risks and staying safe.
By: Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County
Advocacy Services for Abused Deaf Women and Children
24-Hour crisis intervention, information and referral and advocacy services for deaf, deaf-blind and hard-of-hearing victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.
By: DOVE
Advocacy, Support and Shelter for DV Victims Advocacy and support groups for women and children who are victims of domestic violence. Shelter available for women and children in domestic violence situations. Specialized services for lesbian and bisexual women.
By: SafeHouse Denver, Inc.
Colorado Domestic Abuse Fund
(Separate Website)
This website has information about where domestic abuse victims can find help in Colorado. Look on the right hand site of the front page for referral information.
Colorado Sheriffs' Offices
(Separate Website)
This resource directs you to contact information to all Colorado Sheriffs' Offices, they can often help with Service of Process and other civil duties
By: USA Cops
Domestic Violence - Other Places that Can Help This is a list of legal resources you might find helpful if you are experiencing domestic violence or helping someone with that issue. (Please note: You must have Adobe Reader on your computer. Go to www.adobe.com, find and click on the yellow icon "Get Adobe Reader" and follow instructions.)
By: Colorado Lawyers Committee
EPIC's Domestic Violence and Privacy Project
Helping practioners by providing technical assistance regarding privacy issues their clients may face.
By: EPIC
Help for Victims of Sexual Abuse Provides counseling, personal safety classes and assistance with the filing of restraining orders and police reports. Phone assistance for women, children and men who are victims of sexual assault and abuse, as well as their loved ones.
By: Rape Assistance and Awareness Program
Help with Domestic Violence in the LGBT Community in Colorado
(Separate Website)
CAVP provides direct client services including crisis intervention, information, and referrals for LGBT victims of violence 24 hours a day.
By: COAVP
Men's Resources International
(Separate Website)
Men's Resources International helps men around the globe practice and promote a healthy, compassionate, and responsible model of masculinity. Our mission is to mobilize networks of men allied with women for violence prevention and positive masculinity.
Online Guide to Practical Privacy Tools
(Separate Website)
Protect yourself while using the computer for things such as email and surfing the Internet. This site covers topics such as snoop proof email, surfing anonymously, voice privacy and more. CLS does not lobby for, consult, or advise companies, nor do we endorse specific products or services.
By: Electronic Privacy Information Center
Rainbow.net: Resources for the LGBTQ Community
(Separate Website)
Resources for the LGBTQ Community related to domestic violence.
By: Rainbow.net
Find a Grandparent Support Group in your Area
(Separate Website)
Go to this website, enter the city and state where you live, and the site will list support available in your area. Read each listing to make sure you know if there are any costs involved.
By: AARP - American Association of Retired Persons
Grandparents and Grandchildren Reunite
(Separate Website)
This organization provides a number of services and support to help grandparents and other family members who are raising children.
By: Grandparents Resource Center
Support for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
(Separate Website)
This resource provides a safe and accepting environment where caregivers can join together and offer needed support and comfort.
In response to the growing numbers of kinship care families, grassroots coalitions in Colorado and across the country have begun to expand services and support for children and living with kin inside and outside of the foster care system.
By: Grandsplace
The Denver Center for Crime Victims
(Separate Website)
Services include: 24-hour hotlines (in both English and Spanish), information and referral, assistance with emergency services, advocacy, crisis counseling, support groups, community outreach and education. Also available is a elder/disability program (grandparents raising grandchildren), children, youth and families program.
By: The Denver Center for Crime Victims
Help Available from Social Services - Montezuma County Learn about services for adults, families and children available at your local social services office. Programs include Child Support Enforcement, Adult Medical Services and Protection, Food Stamps, Adoption Services, Parenting Education and more.
By: Montezuma County Department of Social Services
Public Records Research
(Separate Website)
Look up and get copies of information such as marriage and birth records, home ownership information and other documents.
By: NETRonline Real Estate Information and Public Records Research
Vital Records
(Separate Website)
Get certified copies of birth and death certificates, and marriage and divorce verifications, adoption records.
By: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
A Hotline for Domestic Violence Victims - 800.799.7233
(Separate Website)
Call this number for help, or go to the website to learn about more help available to domestic violence victims.
By: National Domestic Violence Hotline
Domestic Violence Victim Assistance - Statewide Crisis Numbers
(Separate Website)
Services for domestic violence victims and their families, including a list of shelters statewide.
By: Colorado Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV)
Address Confidentiality Program
(Separate Website)
This is a state program for survivors of domestic violence, sexual offenses and stalking who fear for their safety. The ACP helps survivors keep their addresses confidential after they have relocated to escape possible or former abusers. The ACP is available to men, women and children.
Programs, Services, and Resources for Older Adults
(Separate Website)
A wide range of programs and services are available for older adults to protect or
enhance their health and well-being and to help them maintain safety and independence
in their own homes.
By: Colorado Bar Association - Senior Law Handbook
The Denver Center for Crime Victims
(Separate Website)
Services include: 24-hour hotlines (in both English and Spanish), information and referral, assistance with emergency services, advocacy, crisis counseling, support groups, community outreach and education. Also available is a elder/disability program (grandparents raising grandchildren), children, youth and families program.
By: The Denver Center for Crime Victims
Colorado Child Support Enforcement
(Separate Website)
Locates noncustodial parents to get from them financial support for their children.
By: Colorado Department of Human Services
Help Available from Social Services - Montezuma County Learn about services for adults, families and children available at your local social services office. Programs include Child Support Enforcement, Adult Medical Services and Protection, Food Stamps, Adoption Services, Parenting Education and more.
By: Montezuma County Department of Social Services
Citizens' Advocate Corps This group assists Colorado citizens with state government issues and concerns. The Advocates serve as special representatives to agencies in state government to assist citizens in their interaction with state agencies.
By: State of Colorado, Citizens Advocate Office
Single Dad's Support Group
(Separate Website)
The non-profit organization Single Dads Resource Center Inc. (SDRC) has received a grant to offer free parenting classes with the emphasis on single fathers. Classes are held each Wednesday evening from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church at the corner of Caley and Lakeview in Littleton.
By: Single Dad's Resource Center, Inc.
The Family Center - La Plata
(Separate Website)
This group provides neighborhood-based centers focused on supporting family strengths and healthy child development.
The Piñon Project
(Separate Website)
The Piñon Project Family Center is a non-profit organization that was created in the early 1990?s in response to a grassroots movement to create a healthier future for Montezuma County. Today, with strong community support, The Piñon Project provides services that promote positive outcomes for over 1,000 families and their children in Southwest Colorado every year.
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