A Special Needs Connection

A Special Needs Connection and Medicaid Waivers is a private agency that provides case management services for the Children’s Home and Community Based Services Medicaid Waiver. We are based out of Colorado Springs in El Paso County however we serve the whole state of Colorado. Children qualify for the CHCBS Medicaid Waiver based on their Medical or Special needs rather than the parents income.

Contact Name: Michelle Morris
Address: 3595 E. Fountain Blvd
145
Colorado Springs, CO 80910
County: El Paso
Telephone: (719) 358-8777
Email: info@asnconnection.com
Website: https://www.asnconnection.com
Other Notes: We accept Medicaid

A.V. Hunter Trust/Funds for One Program

Financial Assistance is available toward the following services and items:

-Durable medical equipment (hearing aids, oxygen concentrators, protheses, wheelchairs, and many other items).

or

-Dental procedures (fillings, extractions, partials, dentures).

You cannot submit your own application. Applications must be submitted by a referring agency or third party professional in the community. May take up to 4 weeks to receive a determination.

Contact Name: Kary Cramer, MSW
Address: 650 South Cherry St.
Suite 535
Glendale, CO 80246
County: Arapahoe
Telephone: 303-399-5450
Email: kary@avhuntertrust.org
Website: avhuntertrust.org

Adaptive Sports Association

Adaptive Sports Association is a Durango area non-profit organization that provides year-round outdoor sports and recreational activities for adults and children with physical and/or cognitive disabilities. Activities include, snow skiing, snowboarding, river rafting, canoeing, kayaking, cycling, camping, climbing, water skiing and multi-day trips. Scholarships and financial assistance is available when necessary. Advance reservations are required.

Contact Name: Ann Marie Beresford
Address: P.O. Box 1884

Durango, CO 81302
County: La Plata
Telephone: (970)259-0374
Email: program@asadurango.com
Website: asadurango.org
Other Notes: We accept out of pocket; Sliding Scale

AMI Wellness

AMI Wellness provides support services for people recovering from an accident, illness or injury while allowing them to remain in the comfort of their own homes as opposed to an institutional setting. AMI Wellness is a Medicare Certified and Licensed provider of Home Health Services in the State of Colorado. Their patients benefit from the services offered by Registered Nurses, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Certified Nursing Aides, and Personal Care Providers in the comfort of their own homes. AMI Wellness has been the preferred Home Health provider for Craig Hospital for 11 years. This has given them a unique opportunity to educate and train their staff on the special needs related to the care of people with a spinal cord or brain injury. AMI Wellness services allows their patients to remain independent while receiving the care they need to stay healthy.

Contact Name: Kris Bode, RN Administrator or Christopher Maestas
Address: 1385 S Colorado Blvd
Suite A-306
Denver, CO 80222
County: Denver
Telephone: 303-722-2208
Email: Contact@ami-wellness.com
Website: www.ami-wellness.com
Other Notes: We accept Medicaid; We accept Medicare; We accept private insurance; We accept Tricare; We accept worker's compensation; We accept out of pocket; Sliding Scale

Aspen Guardianship and Care Services

Aspen Guardianship and Care Services is a locally owned business provides medical power of attorney, care management and professional guardianship services in the Denver Metro area. As a service to the community, we provide a Family Guardian Resource page on our website. Visit our website for a full listing of resources. We are a fee for service company.

Address: 2331 S. Krameria Street

Denver, 80222
Telephone: (720) 724-0000
Email: marilyn@aspencareservices.com
Website: https://www.aspencareservices.com/

Atlantis Community, Inc.

Atlantis Community, Inc. provides direct services to empower people with disabilities, so that they can integrate—with full and equal rights, choice, and self-determination—further into all parts of society: including employment, transportation, recreation, communication, education, access to public places, and affordable, accessible housing.

These direct services include:

- Advocacy
- Benefits Assistance: including Social Security Benefits
- Applications, Foodstamp (SNAP) Applications, Medicare, Medicaid
- Information and Referral
- Housing Applications and Resources, including Section 8
- Community Transition Services (Colorado Choice Transitions)
- Peer Counseling
- Women's Support Group
- Men's Support Group
- Financial Management
- Life Skills Activities and Training

All of these services are provided at no cost.

ALL individuals with disabilities are welcome at Atlantis, regardless of the type or severity of the disability.

Contact Name: Brittany Newcomb
Address: 201 S. Cherokee St.

Denver, CO 80223
County: Denver
Telephone: (303)733-9324; TTY: (720)258-8418
Email: info@atlantiscommunity.org
Website: atlantiscommunity.org

Benefits in Action

We want to be your trusted community resource for comprehensive food and health-related benefit application assistance and program navigation. FREE help with SNAP, Medicaid and waivers, Medicare and appeals, Connect for Health, Social Security, TANF, CCAP, OAP, AND, etc. FREE Mental Wellness Support programs and FREE food box delivery to homebound individuals in four counties.

Address: 12157 W Cedar Dr.
Suite 100
Lakewood, 80228
County: Jefferson
Telephone: (720) 221-8354
Email: info@benefitsinaction.org
Website: https://www.benefitsinaction.org

Bennett and Co Advisors

We embrace the notion that finances are but one important aspect of life, and that wealth is merely a means to achieve life's larger purposes, not an end unto itself. Our mission is to help our clients understand and organize their financial options, and create solutions that free them to pursue the activities of life the value most.

Contact Name: Brian Bennett
Address: 731 N. Tejon Street

Colorado Springs, CO 80903
County: El Paso
Telephone: 719-577-0099; 888-577-0099
Email: brianb@bennco.com
Website: bennco.com

Colorado Discover Ability

The outdoors is a great equalizer, and its challenges will provide you with an opportunity for self-exploration, building self-confidence, and increasing leisure independence.

Through Colorado Discover Ability programs, every year several hundred people with disabilities receive equal access to outdoor recreation, many for the first time in their lives.

Address: 740 Gunnison

Grand Junction, CO 81502
County: Mesa
Telephone: (970) 257-1222
Email: office@cdagj.org
Website: https://www.cdagj.org/

Confident Care of Colorado

CCC is a locally owned Class B Licensed Home Care agency. We are unique in that our primary focus is a holistic approach to care giving to increase the quality of life for families. Our unique wellness oriented approach offers a variety of home and personal assistance. We offer basic home care services that include the activities of daily living but just as important we are out to help increase the quality of life for people with disabilities through wellness activities including: Cognitive stimulation activities, creative projects, leisure activities, visualization-meditation-and relaxation activities, nutritional assistance, goal setting and emotional support. We offer a range of support services as well, from companion services to personal care services (certified nursing assistance). We can also assist with transportation, organization and even house keeping! Our caregivers are licensed, certified, insured and bonded and are educated, empathetic and trustworthy.

Contact Name: Jessica Press
Address: 815 E. 17th Ave.

Denver, CO 80218
County: Denver
Telephone: (720)941-8368; (720)289-1079
Email: jessica@confidentcareofcolorado.com
Website: confidentcareofcolorado.com
Other Notes: Sliding Scale

Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center

We reach out to veterans to provide a range of services including but not limited to re-entry into the community.

Address: 6900 Georgia Avenue, NW

Washington, D.C., DC 20307
Telephone: (800)870-9244
Email: info@dvbic.org
Website: dvbic.org

ENMU-Roswell Special Service Occupational Training Program

University experience through vocational and independent living training at Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell. In our one year program students are prepared for entry level employment readiness through hands training and a practicum/intern experience. Independent living readiness through dormitory living with additional support personnel to address the diverse learning needs of individuals with disabilities. Students receive a Certificate of Occupational training upon graduation.

Address: 52 univeristy Blvd

Roswell, NM 88203
Telephone: 575-624-7000
Website: https://www.roswell.enmu.edu/special-services-program/

Fitness to Drive Program

Driving is an essential skill for independence in today's society. Returning to drive following injury or problems resulting from disease or surgery, often requires the specialized assistance from Certified driving rehabilitation professionals who are trained to evaluate and rehabilitate these particular needs.

We offer Occupational Therapy evaluation of pre-driving skills which includes strength, sensation, range of motion, coordination, muscle tone, proprioceptive and kinesthetic movements, visual perceptual skills, vision screening, reaction time and reflexes. We help individuals who may need adaptive equipment (hand controls, left accelerator, steering devices, mirrors, secondary controls).

The full evaluations take approximately 3 hours and can be done in individualized segments if needed. This information is compiled and used to develop a written plan, which may include recommendations for:
- Driver training
- Rehabilitation
- Driving with restrictions
- No return to driving

Information and recommendations will be provided to the referring physician for final decision making about driving.

Additional Location:
Fort Collins Location
2850 McClelland Drive, #3000B
Fort Collins, Colorado 80525
Phone: (970) 493-6667
Denver Metro Location
2701 West 84th Ave, Suite 133
Westminster, CO 80031
Phone: 720-441-6200

Contact Name: Terri Cassidy
Address: 2924 Beacon St
Suite D
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
County: El Paso
Telephone: (719) 231-6657
Email: kate@fitnesstodrive.org
Website: https://www.fitnesstodrive.org/
Other Notes: We accept worker's compensation; We accept out of pocket

Guardianship Alliance

The Guardianship Alliance of Colorado provides information, instruction, and guidance about guardianship of adults in Colorado. The Alliance has the following programs and services: -Volunteer Guardian Program -Guardian Training classes -Guardianship Petition Assistance classes -Information and Referral Services -Presentations and In-Service Training

Contact Name: Deanna Custer
Address: PO Box 740745

Arvada, CO 80006
County: Jefferson
Telephone: 303-423-2898
Website: guardianshipallianceofcolorado.org

HILLS, Inc.

We offer day trip and overnight trips for adults with traumatic brain injury as well as developmental disabilities. Our day trips are in the Denver area once a month and we provide door to door transportation that is wheelchair accessible. Our overnight trips include long weekend throughout the state of Colorado and we also do 5 day long trips around the USA.

Contact Name: Dawn Parker
Address: 11310 Huron St.
Suite 240
Northglenn, CO 80234
County: Adams
Telephone: (303)875-9149
Email: info@hills-inc.org
Website: hills-inc.org
Other Notes: Sliding Scale

IN! Colorado Initiative for Inclusive Higher Education

IN! is working to create fully inclusive college opportunities in Colorado for students with disabilities, who require modifications in their coursework, to foster academic growth, social development and career advancement. Pathways for students are available at Arapahoe Community College, University of Colorado-Colorado Springs, and University of Northern Colorado.

Contact Name: Shelby Bates
Address: 7931 S. Broadway
Suite 193
Littleton, CO 80111
County: Arapahoe
Telephone: (720) 580-1277
Email: shelbyb@inclusivehighered.org
Website: inclusivehighered.org/
Other Notes: We accept Medicaid

K2 Adventures Foundation

Our mission statement is to care for children, adults and families with special needs and or life changing medical circumstances by providing services, support and funds that will be used for educational and medical enrichment.

Contact Name: Kevin Cherilla
Address: 17893 N 94th Way

Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Telephone: (602)686-6146
Email: Kevin@K2Adventures.org
Website: k2adventures.org/

Kids Mobility Network

Kids Mobility Network provides wheelchairs, walkers, standers and other durable medical equipment to children with disabilities. We serve the uninsured and under-insured families of our community that need this critical equipment.

Contact Name: Christina Kopp
Address: 7390 S. Fraser Street
Unit A
Centennial, CO 80112
County: Arapahoe
Telephone: (303)242-8281
Email: info@kidsmobility.org
Website: kidsmobility.org

Parent to Parent of Colorado

Are You connected? Parent to Parent of Colorado connects families of sons and daughters with disabilities and/or special health care needs to information and emotional support. We offer a member only Online Parent Support group where parents can ask questions, give and receive advice, and find support 24/7! We also offer individual matching to a trained Support Parent, resource guides, referrals to resources including support groups, and a website with hundreds of parent recommended resources. Services available in English and Spanish. There is no cost for any of our services.

Contact Name: Lisa Franklin
Address: 801 Yosemite Street

Denver, CO 80210
County: Denver
Telephone: (877)472-7201
Email: infop2p@abilityconnectioncolorado.org
Website: p2p-co.org

Pikes Peak Therapeutic Riding Center

The Pikes Peak Therapeutic Riding Center strives to enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities or special needs through equine assisted activities and therapies.

Contact Name: Chester DeAngelis
Address: 13620 Halleluiah Trail

Elbert, CO 80106
County: El Paso
Telephone: (719)495-3908
Email: pptrc@pptrc.org
Website: pptrc.org/index.html

RISE Program at Arapahoe Community College

Arapahoe Community College, in collaboration with Craig Hospital and MINDSOURCE - Brain Injury Network at the Colorado Department of Human Services, is offering a new program designed to bridge the transition between hospital-based rehabilitation and return to the community for adults living with Brain Injury (BI). The courses in the program address the cognitive and psycho social skills needed to achieve post-injury social, educational and/or vocational goals. Targeted Skills Include: memory and organization time management self-advocacy self-awareness and goal setting problem solving social interaction and communication psycho-social resilience and self-efficacy use of compensatory technology Is the RISE program right for me or someone I know? Have a desire to attend and participate in a community college course that supports self-advocacy, life management skills and productive community engagement. Be able to provide medical documentation or other verification of a sustained moderate to severe acquired brain injury (ABI) or traumatic brain injury (TBI). Individuals with mild injuries will be considered for the program on a case by case basis. Remain an active participant through the length of the course. Be above the age of 17. In-person Courses Be able to attend to personal care needs or provide a personal care attendant. Be able to, after an initial orientation, safely and independently navigate ACC’s Littleton campus. Virtual Courses Have a reliable computer and internet access. Ability to navigate online learning platform either independently or with help from an attendant.

Address: 5900 S Santa Fe Dr.

Littleton, 80120
County: Arapahoe
Telephone: (303) 797-5604
Email: lisa.elder@arapahoe.edu
Website: https://www.arapahoe.edu/rise
Other Notes: Sliding Scale

The Arc – Jefferson, Clear Creek & Gilpin Counties

The Arc – Jefferson, Clear Creek & Gilpin Counties empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) achieve full and satisfying lives through awareness of their rights, responsibility, and opportunities. The advocacy team provides empowerment through direct advocacy, systemic advocacy, training and outreach. These services are available free of charge to those who have experienced a brain injury prior to the age of 22.

Contact Name: Program Director
Address: 13949 W. Colfax Ave, Suite 150

Lakewood, CO 80401
County: Jefferson
Telephone: (303)232-1338
Email: info@arcjc.org
Website: arcjc.org

The Brain Injury Hope Foundation

The Brain Injury Hope Foundation is a non-profit organization whose primary mission is to create a greater awareness of mild to moderate traumatic brain injury (MTBI) and to provide emergency financial assistance to survivors during recovery.

Address: 6732 West Coal Mine Avenue, Suite 227

Littleton, CO 80123
County: Jefferson
Telephone: (720) 389-0670
Email: info@braininjuryhopefoundation.org
Website: braininjuryhopefoundation.org

The Initiative

The Initiative plays a pivotal role in filling the gap in services for survivors of abuse with disabilities. Through individual and system advocacy, The Initiative strives to create social change by working with individuals and the community in order for survivors to overcome barriers to reach safety. The Initiative responds to the challenge of service inaccessibility due to barriers, and advocates for the rights of survivors through the Victim Right’s Act (VRA) which states that the crime victim is to be treated with fairness, respect, dignity, and to be informed and present through criminal justice process. The Initiative also strives to increase service accessibility through the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination based on disabilities, provides civil rights protection for persons with disabilities, and requires reasonable accommodation.

Contact Name: Ashlee Lewis
Address: 899 Logan St #310

Denver, CO 80203
County: Denver
Telephone: (303)839-5510
Email: ashlee@dviforwomen.org
Website: dviforwomen.org

The Journey Brain Injury Community Services

The Journey provides specialized adult days services for persons with brain injury or stroke Monday through Friday 9a-3p in Arvada. Members attending the day program will have a strong voice in activities and events planned. Activities may include bowling, fitness, community events or outings, creative expression such as arts, crafts, writing or music, cognitively challenging tasks and games, social interaction. The Journey is certified by the State of Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and accepts private payment as well as the Medicaid Brain Injury Waiver and Elderly, Blind and Disabled Waiver.

Contact Name: Cheryl Catsoulis
Address: 9423 West 64th Avenue

Arvada, CO 80004
County: Jefferson
Telephone: (720) 557-9337
Email: cheryl@thejourneybics.org
Website: thejourneybics.org/
Other Notes: We accept Medicaid; We accept private insurance; We accept worker's compensation; We accept out of pocket

THRIVE Center

Our mission is to inform and empower low-income, culturally and linguistically diverse families as advocates for their children with disabilities, ages birth to 26 to achieve meaningful participation in their schools and communities.
We do this through one on one parent advising in person, by phone or by e-mail; resource rich website with training events happening all over the Denver Metro area; e-mail newsletter twice a month; trainings and workshops on a variety of disability and school related topics; specific training sessions on development of school special education plans and on leadership development; referral to other organizations based on the individual's need. We serve the entire Denver Metro Area and there is no cost for our services.

Address: 3131 S. Vaughn Way
#214
Aurora, CO 80014
County: Arapahoe
Telephone: (303)632-6840
Website: www.thrivectr.org

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