Why Hunger:
Free hotline where you can access information for local soup kitchens, food pantries, congregate meal sites, and government nutrition programs.
English Language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food/
Spanish language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food-es/
National Celiac Association:
Includes information for local resources and gluten-free food pantries.
SNAP: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (food stamps)
Federally funded program administered at the state level
Financial support supplementing income to help ensure nutritional needs are met
Colorado Department of Human Services
About SNAP Benefits: https://cdhs.colorado.gov/snap
Eligibility: Anyone Eligible for Medicaid (different than Medicare)
CSFP: Commodity Supplemental Food Program
Monthly box may include a variety of the following: juice, farina, oats, ready-to-eat cereal, rice, pasta, peanut butter, dry beans, canned meat, poultry, or fish, and canned fruits and vegetables.
Eligibility: Elderly that are at or below 130% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.
Meals on Wheels:
Mom’s Meals (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.momsmeals.com/
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
-Usually shipped in batches of 10, 14, and 21 days.
-Can store up to 14 days in refrigerator.
-Costs range around <$8.00/meals. Discounts offered for bulk orders and veterans.
Magic Kitchen (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.magickitchen.com/
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
-Most packages are priced at 2 to 4 servings.
-There are some single-serve options.
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments
Senior Information and Assistance Directory:
Phone: 719-471-2096
Silver Key
Phone: 719-884-2300
Home delivered meals, affordable housing, behavioral health, companionship, case management, food pantry services, etc.
El Paso County Department of Human Services
Phone: 719-636-0000
Healthcare Assistance:
Rx Assistance:
Medicare Rx Assistance:
Insulin Assistance:
EyeCare America: eligible patients can receive a free eye exam plus a one year follow up for any condition diagnosed in the initial exam.
National Institute of Health: provides information for several organizations that can assist with eye exams, eyeglasses, and eye-related prescriptions.
National Ramp: provides information and resources for obtaining a ramp.
Paying for Senior Care: provides information for state assistance programs for Durable Medical Equipment.
Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (Veterans- press 1)
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
Hours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish, and 200+ through interpretation service
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Crisis Services & Suicide Prevention: Dial 988
Daybreak
Phone: 719-687-3000
Adult day program
El Paso County Department of Human Services
Phone: 719-636-0000
Colorado Crisis Services:
Phone: 1-844-493-8255
Own Path:
Colorado Behavioral Health Administration:
Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments
Senior Information and Assistance Directory:
Phone: 719-471-2096
El Paso County Department of Human Services
dhs.elpasoco.com
Phone: 719-636-0000
Rental Assistance
National Low-Income Housing Coalition
Senior Living Discounts
Retail, grocery, restaurant, leisure, travel, etc discounts.
Cleaning For A Reason
-Receive 1 free home cleaning each month for 2 months (2 cleanings total)
-Individuals and families who are receiving cancer treatment, recovering from cancer, or in hospice should be eligible.
Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments
Senior Information and Assistance Directory:
Phone: 719-471-2096
Silver Key
Phone: 719-884-2300
Home delivered meals, affordable housing, behavioral health, companionship, case management, food pantry services, etc.
Colorado Springs Senior Center
Phone: 719-955-3400
Woodland Parks Senior Center
Phone: 719-687-3877
Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments
Senior Information and Assistance Directory:
Phone: 719-471-2096