Housing Assistance Resources in Colorado

Colorado residents facing housing instability—whether due to eviction, job loss, domestic violence, disability, or rising rents—have access to a range of federal and state-supported programs. The fastest way to find what's available in your county is to call or text 2-1-1, Colorado's free, confidential helpline that connects callers to local rental assistance, shelter, utility help, and other social services 24 hours a day.

The Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) and local county human services offices oversee many of the state's core housing and homelessness programs. Because funding, eligibility, and program names vary significantly by county and change over time, it's important to contact 2-1-1 or your county's human services department directly for the most current information rather than relying on program lists that may be outdated.

If you are in immediate danger of becoming homeless or are already without shelter, reach out to your local Continuum of Care (CoC)—the HUD-funded network of organizations coordinating homeless services in each region of Colorado. Your local CoC can connect you to coordinated entry, which is the standardized process most communities use to assess needs and prioritize access to emergency shelter, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing.