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Larimer County partners with MyFriendBen Colorado to enhance community support

MyFriend Ben Colorado is a free, customizable service that provides information on various resources, is now available to the community.MyFriendBen simplifies access to services and provides information about available resources. The online screening process takes approximately 6 minutes, significantly faster than the…

Posted: Department: Human Services

Free caregiver classes added for 2025

The Office on Aging has a variety of classes throughout the year to help caregivers. The classes can help you focus on your well-being while caring for someone else. Classes are free but registration is required. Check out the schedule below for dates and locations. Learn more about how Larimer County can support…

Posted: Department: Human Services

Changes to Child Care Assistance Program Effective Oct. 1, 2024

Starting October 1, 2024, the Larimer County Department of Human Services will implement changes to the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP or CCAP). These changes will impact both child care providers and families currently participating in the program.In March, the Larimer County Human Services implemented…

Posted: Department: Human Services

Child Support Services helps children thrive

August is Child Support Awareness Month, a time to spotlight how children can grow to become healthy, productive adults when they receive the financial support they need to thrive. The Larimer County Child Support Services Program, part of Human Services, assists families by collecting and distributing child support…

Posted: Department: Human Services

Office on Aging celebrates 2024 Older Americans Month Award winners

On May 1, at its inaugural Community Fair, the Larimer County Office on Aging honored two Larimer County residents for their volunteerism, positive attitude, and impact for older adults. The Older Americans Month Awards, given for Outstanding Senior Volunteer and Outstanding Family Caregiver, were presented by Office on…

Posted: Department: Human Services

Options for Long-Term Care program moving to Foothills Gateway

Beginning March 1, 2024, Options for Long Term Care services will no longer be provided by the Larimer County Department of Human Services. Foothills Gateway will provide these case management services to the community. Those directly impacted by this transition were notified earlier in the year. Please call Foothills…

Posted: Department: Human Services

Enrollment Freeze to Child Care Assistance Program Effective Immediately

The Larimer County Department of Human Services has implemented an immediate enrollment freeze for its Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP or CCAP). Prospective applicants are directed to continue submitting applications through the Colorado Peak website. The department will still accept and screen applications,…

Posted: Department: Human Services

Supported Families Stronger Community finds success through prevention

Supported Families Stronger Community (SFSC) is a federally funded grant project with a focus on prevention to help Larimer County residents thrive in our community. A team of four community navigators connects families with services in the community, such as childcare resources, public benefits, and mental health…

Posted: Department: Human Services

Welcome Center Hours Changing on Nov. 2

Starting on Nov. 2, all Human Services Welcome Centers will open at 10 a.m. on Thursdays. All other weekdays they will be open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Welcome Centers are the lobbies of Human Services buildings where Larimer County residents can receive assistance in a safe and welcoming place. Every day, Welcome Center…

Posted: Department: Human Services

October is Residents' Rights Month

October is National Long-Term Care Residents’ Rights Month, a time to acknowledge and call attention to the rights of residents in long-term care communities. The Nursing Home Reform Law, passed in 1987, guarantees residents their rights, including individualized care, respect, dignity, the right to visitation, the right…

Posted: Department: Human Services

Office on Aging celebrates 2023 Older Americans Month Award winners

Two Larimer County residents were recognized on May 11 at the Older Americans Month award ceremony for their volunteerism, positive attitude, and impact for older adults. The two awards, Outstanding Senior Volunteer and Outstanding Family Caregiver, were awarded by the Larimer County Office on Aging. The annual awards are…

Posted: Department: Human Services

2023 Resource Connections for Seniors & Caregivers educates community on available services

On April 26, the Office on Aging Advisory Council hosted the 2023 Resource Connections for Seniors & Caregivers forum in Loveland. Dozens of attendees were welcomed by County Commissioner Jody Shadduck-McNally and Loveland Mayor Jacki Marsh. Panelists representing the Loveland Housing Authority, Housing Catalyst,…

Posted: Department: Human Services

Share your voice: Human Services seeking input on access

Help Human Services reach the people who need it most in your community! The Larimer County Department of Human Services is seeking input on how to improve access to services (such as public benefits) in the community. The department will be hosting community events across the county. Community members are welcome to…

Posted: Department: Human Services