CARES Funding for Denver Youth

The Denver Office of Children's Affairs has issued a one time funding opportunity from CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act) dollars to support youth serving organizations in Denver.

Important Information

Your organization must meet all of the requirements in the Request for Proposals (RFP) to apply. Here is some important information and dates:

• This is funding for the 2020 calendar year it must be spent by 12/31/2020
• Deadline to Apply: 9/21/2020 by 3 pm MT (when the system will automatically close)

Here is the full solicitation on BidNet and all documents

Receive SSA, RRB, or VA benefits? There’s more time to use the Non-Filers tool on http://IRS.gov to provide #IRS info and get $500 Economic Impact Payment per qualifying child. The tool is available from Aug. 15 thru Sept. 30. http://irs.gov/nonfilereip

Low Income Housing Guides for Renters

If you regularly struggle to pay your monthly rent, there are housing programs that help relieve that stress for qualified applicants. The Low Income Housing Guide for Renters has all the information needed for Americans who are in need of federal housing programs provided by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Applying for affordable housing can be involved and complicated, and this guide has been written to make that process easy to understand.

Coronavirus Resources for Low-Income Households

Affordable Housing Online will continue monitoring the state's and federal government's response to the COVID-19 outbreak and maintain a list of resources to help low-income households navigate critical services during this unprecedented time.

Food Assistance at Pantries

The majority of pantries are still open to the public but have shifted to a “drop off” model at vehicles, such as the Action Center in Lakewood.

Additionally, many pantries such as Metro Caring are allowing folks to come on behalf of those unable to come—just make sure you have the client’s name and birthday to receive their benefits.

For providers, and/or those looking for support around food, you should call the Hunger-Free Hotline for the most up to date, specific information: 855-855-4626 (toll-free) 720-382-2920 (metro Denver).

Smaller pantries may be closing because many volunteers are over the age of 65+, please call ahead to confirm open hours. 

List of open food pantries

Aging and Disability Resources for Colorado Office is a visible and trusted source of information on the full range of long-term services and support options available to older adults. All older Coloradans seeking assistance getting nutritious food can call 1-844-COL-ADRC (1-844-265-2372) for more information.

Meals On Wheels delivers to home-bound seniors. Call 303-297-0408 for more information.

Providers of Color Directory (Colorado)

Crowd-sourced list of providers who identify as BIPOC and/or LGTBQ+. This list was compiled by Dr. Tara Jae with YouthSeen in Colorado.

The Colorado Center for Anxiety and Stress-Related Disorders 

A specialty psychology and behavioral medicine practice. The center specializes in assessment and treatment of the full spectrum of anxiety disorders, as well as physical health conditions, behaviors, and other emotional states that have a stress-related component.

Speaking of Wellness

Exploring all things wellness – encompassing body, mind, spirit, and community – through the lens of the Colorado Mental Wellness Network, with hosts Angie Bledsoe, Rachel Sedell, and Silvia Flores.

As of 9/01/2020: 59,487 cases

1,973 deaths among cases
(1,866 due to COVID-19)

To read more use this website: https://covid19.colorado.gov/covid-19-data

Gov. Jared Polis has extended the mandatory statewide mask order for another 30 days from August 14, 2020.

The Modeling COVID-19 in Colorado app was released. This app allows the user to generate projections of COVID-19 cases, hospital needs and deaths in Colorado under scenarios that can be altered interactively.

Denver Public Schools is again delaying the start of in-person classes over concerns about COVID-19, extending remote learning for most students through at least mid-October.

On August 26, 2020, Governor Jared Polis issued Executive Order B2020 006 to establish a temporary task force with the Department of Local Affairs that examines housing instability and works to prevent evictions due to COVID-19 hardship.

• The Chronicles Peer Support:

  First and third Thursdays of the month from 11:00am - 12:00pm (MT). **August 6 & 20, 2020**

• Self-Empowerment Peer Group:
  Every Thursday, from 11:00am - 12:00pm (MT).
  

• Youth Connect Call:
  Every Friday, from 1:00-2:00pm (MT).

• Art Group:
  First Wednesdays of the month, from 10:00am-12:00pm (MT).
  

To be added to the group send an email to
reneewalbert@gmail.com
with Drum and Drinks in the subject line.

"HARD OUT HERE FOR A GIMP" - Wheelchair Sports Camp [official video]

What you can expect from the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 or ADA is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination based on disability. What you can expect from the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 4-part series provides:

• – An Overview of the ADA; and
• – Information about the ADA in school settings;
• – Medicaid services; and in
• – Community settings.

Disclaimer: This material has been prepared for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, medical or legal advice. You should consult your own medical or legal advisors for specific and personalized advice.

Watch the vodcast and listen to the podcast here!

Be sure to check out Denver Parks & Recreation's YouTube channel for on-demand workouts, science and art activities, tips for outdoor recreation and much more!