Posted February 29, 2024
There is a new online resource that allows families to find benefits they might be eligible for: https://www.myfriendben.org/. You can read more about it here.
Click here for more information.
We are excited to relaunch our Parenting While Black series in 2024, Believe, Liberate, and Behold: Beautifully Brilliant Black Babies and Children. This free, engaging webinar series will offer real conversations for and between Black parents. Join the open and unapologetic conversations with inspiring guests. The Parenting While Black 2024 series will provide a welcoming space for sharing strength-based and culturally affirming ideas, narratives, and mindsets. Let’s discuss raising Black children and families:
The five-part series begins on Monday, March 18, and continues through June 24, 2024. Each webinar is 1 hour followed by a 30-minute Q&A session with our parent panelists. The series is moderated by Eurnestine Brown, Ph.D., Director of Relational Equity and Belonging at the Brazelton Touchpoints Center.
Tuesday, March 5, 5-6 p.m.: Social-Emotional Learning At Home – Learn how to bring SEL skills to life in your home for yourself, your child and your family. RSVP here.
Tuesday, March 12th, 5-6 p.m: Social Media Safety – Join us for a detailed overview of social media safety, discussion, and Q&A as we launch our Social Media Training module for families! RSVP HERE
April and May 4 Part Series: Empowering Black Families – Strategies for Navigating the Colorado Education System – In collaboration with Black Parent Network, FACE University is hosting a 4 part virtual series- Navigating the School District. Our goal? To empower Black families with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of the Colorado education system effectively. All DPS families & staff are welcome to attend.
Please USE THIS FORM to RSVP – this is how you will receive the Zoom link!
Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Resources
Employment First programs offer support to SNAP recipients to help them gain long-term self-sufficiency through employment and can offer a variety of services, including rides to and from their workplace depending on their county. Learn more about how to access these services and edibility on the Colorado Employment First webpage.
Refugees, migrants and access to services
Colorado has recently welcomed many newcomers arriving from the Southwest border. New arrivals are often in need of many of the programs and services offered by county Human Service offices. Though these migrants may be fleeing similar circumstances as refugees, there are some crucial terminology and immigration status differences to understand, as human service departments assess individuals’ eligibility for benefits and services.
Check out this document created by the Colorado Office of Economic Security that lists out different resources for our Migrant and Refugee families.
You and your families are invited to the 25th Annual Prom Dress Event! This event helps all students to be able to afford a prom dress for just $10! The event will be on Saturday, March 23rd from 9 am-3 pm at 1500 E. 128th Ave. Thornton, CO 80241. Click on this flyer for more information
Department of Housing Stability: Temporary Rental & Utility Assistance
The Temporary Rental and Utility Assistance (TRUA) Program assists eligible households with:
Learn more about the Department of Housing Stability and apply for the TRUA Program and share this flyer with your families today!
| Health Insurance for Coloradans who are Undocumented OmniSalud is a new health insurance program that provides Coloradans who are undocumented with a safe way to compare affordable health insurance plans and sign up on a secure online platform. Thanks to a new Colorado law passed in 2021, every company that sells health insurance in the state has to offer plans with a specific set of lower, fixed costs and make them available to everyone – no matter their documentation status. OmniSalud Family Flier (Spanish) To find an expert and make an appointment visit click here. To learn more about OmniSalud visit click here. Seguro médico para residentes de Colorado indocumentados OmniSalud es un nuevo programa de seguro médico que brinda a los residentes de Colorado indocumentados una manera segura de comparar planes de seguro médico asequibles e inscribirse en una plataforma segura en línea. Gracias a una nueva ley de Colorado aprobada en 2021, todas las empresas que venden seguros médicos en el estado deben ofrecer planes con un conjunto específico de costos fijos más bajos y ponerlos a disposición de todos, sin importar su estado de documentación. Folleto familiar de OmniSalud (español) Para encontrar un experto y concertar una visita, haga clic aquí. Para conocer más sobre OmniSalud visite haga clic aquí. |
The Caring for Denver Foundation is funding our Family Support Clinic where we are doing psychoeducational support groups for parents who have children (ages 13-27) who are affected by significant mental health conditions. Our next groups start in April and go for 8 weeks. We’ll be doing a group in English and one in Spanish. Parents or those referring may call us at (303) 871-3879 or (303) 756-1651.
Altitude Ultimate is now a My Spark Denver-approved partner. Visit https://mysparkdenver.org to apply OR view available programs.
Pre-College Program for Aspiring Black Designers!
Pre-College Program for Aspiring Black Designers!
Be sure to check out this great resource for your Black students who are looking to become a designer! Here you will find a list of programs available to CWC Summer 2024 fellows. The deadline for applications is February 27th!
¡Programa preuniversitario para aspirantes a diseñadores negros!
¡Asegúrese de consultar este excelente recurso para sus estudiantes negros que buscan convertirse en diseñadores! Aquí encontrará una lista de programas disponibles para los becarios de CWC Summer 2024. ¡La fecha límite para presentar solicitudes es el 27 de febrero!
Free Formal Wear! -First Two Weekends in March-Be Happy Boutique
¡Ropa formal gratis! -Primeros dos fines de semana de marzo-Be Happy Boutique
2024 SCFD Free Days at Your Favorite Venues (w/ Free Printables!) |Días gratuitos de SCFD 2024 en sus lugares favoritos (¡con imprimibles gratuitos!)
Homework Club with Denver Library- read more Club de Tareas con la Biblioteca de Denver – Lee más
Denver Human Services (DHS) is excited to announce that a new Neighborhood Resource Site (NRS) has opened to the public on Wednesday, Nov. 8, within the Rocky Mountain Human Services (RMHS) building (9900 E. Iliff Ave., Denver, CO 80231). This new site is strategically located in an underserved area of southeast Denver near the boundaries of Denver and Arapahoe counties. Learn more here!
Catholic Charities of Denver Immigration Services | Servicios de Inmigración de Caridades Católicas de Denver
Catholic Charities provides a wide range of immigration services to the Northern Colorado community. From legal advice about immigration concerns to assistance on immigration applications, we can help. Scroll down the page to find additional details about our mission and opportunities.
Caridades Católicas ofrece una amplia gama de servicios de inmigración a la comunidad del norte de Colorado. Desde asesoramiento legal sobre inquietudes de inmigración hasta asistencia con solicitudes de inmigración, podemos ayudarlo. Desplácese hacia abajo en la página para encontrar detalles adicionales sobre nuestra misión y oportunidades.
Oral Health Resources for DPS Students
DPS recognizes that cavities are the number one chronic childhood disease in the world. Free dental care for currently enrolled DPS students is available. Please ask your School Nurse for details on qualifying. Click here for a multilingual flyer.
