Start With 211 Colorado
211 Colorado connects residents with resources across the state. Its directory organizes services by need, including food, shelter, transportation, aging and disability.
Call 211 or 866-760-6489, or use the 211 Colorado website.
For health coverage, use Health First Colorado’s application instructions. For support with aging or disability, the dedicated 211 category can help narrow the search. Always confirm that a listed provider serves your Colorado county.
Glassman Disability provides this independent guide. The linked organizations operate their own services.
Official Colorado Resource Directories
Use the links below to choose a starting point. Ask the provider about the services available in your community.
211 Colorado
Use this service’s location-based directory or contact options to ask about community assistance near you.
www.211colorado.orgHealth First Colorado — Apply
Compare online, phone, mail and in-person application routes for Colorado’s Medicaid program and find application assistance.
www.healthfirstcolorado.gov211 Colorado Aging and Disability Resources
Start a focused search for aging and disability resources, including local information and referral services.
www.211colorado.orgPlan Your Next Steps
Questions To Ask Your Local Provider
- Do you serve my ZIP code, and are you accepting requests?
- What information should I bring, and can I apply by phone or online?
- Can you help me arrange language access, an accessible appointment or transportation?
- If this program is full, where should I try next?
Common Questions
Where do I start for local help in Colorado?
Start with 211 Colorado. 211 Colorado connects residents with resources across the state. Its directory organizes services by need, including food, shelter, transportation, aging and disability.
Does a 211 referral mean assistance is approved?
A referral gives you a place to ask for help. Contact the listed provider to confirm its service area, current availability, application process and requirements.
What if I cannot reach the right 211 service?
Use the official service website listed on this page or the national 211 locator. Search with the ZIP code or county where help is needed, especially if your phone number is from another area.
Sources & Further Reading
- 211 Colorado
- Health First Colorado — Apply
- 211 Colorado Aging and Disability Resources
- United Way Worldwide: find your local 211
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
- National 911 Program: calling 911
Source review: October 2, 2026. Program details can change; confirm current requirements and availability with the organization.