If you have an emergency or are witnessing someone in a life-threatening situation, call 911 immediately. If you or a loved one is struggling with mental health crisis including suicidal ideations, homicidal ideations or intense instability, there is help 24 hours per day.
State Crisis Line- Colorado Crisis Services 1-844-293-8255
LGBTQ+ youth Connect to a crisis counselor 24/7, 365 days a year, from anywhere in the U.S via text, chat, or phone. The Trevor Project is 100% confidential and 100% free. 1-866-488-7386 Text ‘START’ to 678-678 https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/
To report child abuse or neglect in Colorado, call the hotline at
1-844-264-5437 Available 24/7
Local La Plata County Crisis Line 970-247-5245 Walk in Crisis Center – Axis Crossroads 1125 Three Springs Blvd. Durango 8am-5pm M-F, after hours go to local ER. For appointment with AXIS call (970) 259-2162 axishealthsystem.org
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline/Veteran Crisis Support call or text 988
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
SASO sexual assault services-If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual violence and you need additional support or resources please contact the 24 hour hotline or the SASO office at 970-259-3074
National Runaway Safeline 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929) https://www.1800runaway.org/ Live chat and phone call available.
Grief Center of Southwest Colorado 970-764-7142
Talking to Kids About Alcohol and Other Drugs: 5 Conversation Goals Research suggests that one of the most important factors in healthy child development is a strong, open relationship with a parent. It is important to start talking to your children about alcohol and other drugs before they are exposed to them—as early as 9 years old.
Above the Influence With so many voices and opinions out there, it’s important to understand the facts. This page has a wealth of resources for teens. It includes facts, resources for helping yourself and those you love who may be struggling with substances.
Students at-risk of Homelessness/Unhoused Youth
Colorado Department of Education
https://ed.cde.state.co.us/studentsupport/homeless-index/homeless-liaisons
Colorado Charter School Institute Betsy Jane Basch, Psy.D. | Mental Health Programs Specialist O: (303) 866-3299 C: (303) 532-7395
BetsyBasch@csi.state.co.us
If you are having issues reaching your district’s liaison or not getting help from the school, please contact either state representatives:
Paula Gumina gumina_p@cde.state.co.us 303-551-3851 Colorado State Coordinator
Susanna Spear spear_s@cde.state.co.us 720-305-7536 Program Assistant
The Homeless Education program is authorized under Title VII-B of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 USC 11431 et seq.). The McKinney-Vento Act was enacted to address the numerous barriers homeless children face in obtaining a free, appropriate public education.
WESTERN COLORADO 2-1-1 Services Help Line
HOURS: 24/7
211 – Call 2-1-1 from service area
(888) 217-1215 – Alternative Number
(970) 244-8400 – Alternative Number
(800) 659-3656 – TTY or 7-1-1
DESCRIPTION: 2-1-1 information and referral service for the following counties in Colorado: Archuleta, Delta, Dolores, Eagle, Garfield, Gunnison, Hinsdale, La Plata, Lake, Mesa, Montezuma, Montrose, Ouray, Pitkin, San Juan and San Miguel.
“We are sending more foster kids to prison than college,” said Brent Kent, who spent the past 3½ years helping children transition into adulthood. “And what do we lose as a result? Generations of young people.” Bower, L. & Thomas, J.L. 2019 Throwaway Kids, Kansas City Star
Oak Tree Youth Resources 