11/10/2021
Stay warm this winter with LEAP
Some Larimer County community members could qualify to receive assistance in paying their home heating costs this winter.
More about Stay warm this winter with LEAPHuman Services
"Welcome to Larimer County Human Services. Our vision is that we are an inclusive community where everyone thrives. Our mission is to be responsive, providing timely resources in partnership with our community so individuals and families, like you and yours, are healthy, supported, and safe."
Heather O'Hayre
Human Services Director
About Human Services
The Department of Human Services assists individuals and families achieve self-sufficiency and security through public assistance programs, services or referrals to community agencies. We have locations in Fort Collins, Loveland, and Estes Park.
We Provide:
- Assistance in obtaining food
- Coverage for medical costs
- Temporary cash assistance for families
- Protection for vulnerable adults and children
- A process for obtaining child support
- Care options for people with disabling conditions and limited finances
- Referrals to community agencies that can help people in need of assistance
Benefits & Community Support
Available Benefits
What to Expect When Applying
SNAP (Food Assistance)
Health First Colorado (Medicaid)
Cash Assistance Programs
Child Support
Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
Housing Stability
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
COVID 19 Benefit: Emergency Rent Assistance Program (ERAP)
ALL SPOTLIGHTS Spotlight
11/8/2021
Connect for Health Colorado health insurance enrollment now open
Colorado residents can now enroll in health insurance for 2022 through Connect for Health Colorado, the official health insurance marketplace for Coloradans.
More about Connect for Health Colorado health insurance enrollment now open09/30/2021
Publication advances trauma informed practice in child welfare
Larimer County Children, Youth and Family Services’ Division [CYF] Thad Paul and Catherine Weaver were recently featured in the Child Welfare League of America’s Journal of Policy, Practice and Programs, [Vol 98, No. 4.]
More about Publication advances trauma informed practice in child welfareNews
- Clients can apply for benefits or check the status of their application through PEAK online. Our phone hours are Monday through Friday from 8a-5p.
- Colorado SNAP recipients can now use EBT cards online at Safeway and Albertsons. Click here to read more about where EBT cards can be used.
- The Double Up Food Bucks program doubles the value of federal nutrition benefits spent at participating markets and food retail stores, helping people bring home more healthy fruits and vegetables while supporting local farmers. Learn more by clicking here.
Contact Human Services
- Public Benefits - 970-498-6300 or Email
- Child Care Assistance Program - 970-498-6300 or Email
- Child, Youth & Family Services - 970-498-6990
- Child Support - 970-498-7600 or Email
- Aging & Disability Services - 970-498-7750
- Options for Long Term Care - 970-498-7780
- Adult Protective Services - 970-498-7770 or Email
OUR LOCATIONS (Map & Details)
- Fort Collins
- 1501 Blue Spruce, Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80524
- 2555 Midpoint Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80525
- 2573 Midpoint Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80525
- Loveland
- 200 Peridot Ave, Loveland, CO 80537
- Estes Park
- 1601 Brodie Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517
