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  1. Nearest · Denver0.5 mi

    Sinton's Sanctuary

    Community-agency referral required

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Women age 55 and older

    24-hour shelter · Three meals daily · Case management

    1247 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, CO 80204

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Denver · Denver metro
    Who it may fit
    Women age 55 and older
    How to access
    Community-agency referral required
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (720) 234-5195
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  2. Denver · Senior day shelter0.8 mi

    Senior Support Services

    Closed for today

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Adults age 60 and older

    Breakfast · Lunch · Case management · Mail and storage

    846 E. 18th Avenue, Denver, CO 80218

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Denver · Denver metro
    Who it may fit
    Adults age 60 and older
    How to access
    Member intake Monday–Thursday, 9 AM–1 PM
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (303) 832-1622
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  3. Denver · Shelter intake1.0 mi

    Lawrence Street Community Center

    Bed signup starts at 2:30 PM daily

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Shelter intake · Meals · Restrooms

    2222 Lawrence Street, Denver, CO 80205

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Denver · Denver metro
    Who it may fit
    Call to confirm current eligibility
    How to access
    Bed signup starts at 2:30 PM daily
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (303) 297-1815
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  4. Denver · Day services1.1 mi

    St. Francis Center

    Closed for today

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Day shelter · Showers · Mail and storage

    2323 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80205

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Denver · Denver metro
    Who it may fit
    Call to confirm current eligibility
    How to access
    Day center
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (303) 297-1577
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  5. Denver · Women's shelter1.1 mi

    Samaritan House Downtown

    Emergency check-in begins at 3:30 PM; arrive by 5 PM

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Single women age 18 and older

    Emergency beds · Dinner and breakfast · Support services

    2301 Lawrence Street, Denver, CO 80205

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Denver · Denver metro
    Who it may fit
    Single women age 18 and older
    How to access
    Emergency check-in begins at 3:30 PM; arrive by 5 PM
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (303) 294-0241
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  6. Denver · Day services1.3 mi

    The Gathering Place

    Closed for today

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Women, gender-diverse people, and children

    Meals · Showers · Laundry · Health and housing support

    1535 High Street, Denver, CO 80218

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Denver · Denver metro
    Who it may fit
    Women, gender-diverse people, and children
    How to access
    No fee, ID, or intake appointment required
    Documents and cost
    No fee or identification required
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (303) 321-4198
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  7. Denver · 24/7 men's shelter1.8 mi

    Crossroads Shelter

    First-come intake daily from 10 AM–12 PM

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Men and people identifying as male, age 18 and older

    Beds · Dinner and breakfast · Showers · Laundry · Case management

    1901 29th Street, Denver, CO 80216

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Denver · Denver metro
    Who it may fit
    Men and people identifying as male, age 18 and older
    How to access
    First-come intake daily from 10 AM–12 PM
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (720) 305-4640
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  8. Denver · Family shelter3.1 mi

    Theodora Family Hotel

    Call the Connection Center to join the family waitlist

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Families with children; limited veteran rooms by referral

    Family rooms · Meals · Hygiene support · Housing navigation

    4885 W. Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO 80204

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Denver · Denver metro
    Who it may fit
    Families with children; limited veteran rooms by referral
    How to access
    Call the Connection Center to join the family waitlist
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (303) 295-3366
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  9. Denver · Youth shelter3.6 mi

    Urban Peak — The Mothership

    Shelter open 24/7; free day services 8 AM–8 PM

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Youth ages 12–24

    24/7 shelter · Three meals daily · Showers · Laundry

    1630 S. Acoma Street, Denver, CO 80223

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Denver · Denver metro
    Who it may fit
    Youth ages 12–24
    How to access
    Shelter open 24/7; free day services 8 AM–8 PM
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (303) 974-2908
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  10. Denver · 24/7 women's shelter4.1 mi

    Samaritan House 48th

    Walk-up intake 24/7, based on bed availability

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Women age 18 and older; no referral required

    Beds · Three meals daily · Showers · Laundry · Case management

    4330 E. 48th Avenue, Denver, CO 80216

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Denver · Denver metro
    Who it may fit
    Women age 18 and older; no referral required
    How to access
    Walk-up intake 24/7, based on bed availability
    Documents and cost
    No referral required
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (720) 799-9506
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  11. Denver · 24/7 men's shelter4.2 mi

    48th Avenue Center

    Open 24/7; beds are subject to availability

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Individual men

    Nightly beds · Three meals daily · Restrooms · Support

    4600 E. 48th Avenue, Denver, CO 80216

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Denver · Denver metro
    Who it may fit
    Individual men
    How to access
    Open 24/7; beds are subject to availability
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (303) 297-1815
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  12. Aurora · Family and veteran shelter8.2 mi

    Comitis Crisis Center

    Call before arrival for intake and current availability

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Families with children, veterans, and adults in crisis

    Emergency shelter · Meals · Showers · Hygiene supplies · Case management

    2178 Victor Street, Aurora, CO 80045

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Aurora · Denver metro
    Who it may fit
    Families with children, veterans, and adults in crisis
    How to access
    Call before arrival for intake and current availability
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (303) 341-9160
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  13. Aurora · Low-barrier shelter10.0 mi

    Aurora Regional Navigation Campus

    Call for current intake and space availability

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Adults; low-barrier access and dogs are allowed

    Emergency shelter · Meals · Housing navigation · Pet-friendly spaces

    15500 E. 40th Avenue, Aurora, CO 80011

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Aurora · Denver metro
    Who it may fit
    Adults; low-barrier access and dogs are allowed
    How to access
    Call for current intake and space availability
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (303) 343-7808
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  14. Boulder · Adult overnight shelter27.2 mi

    All Roads Shelter

    Complete coordinated entry first; weekday screening is available 9 AM–3 PM

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Adults age 18 and older

    Overnight shelter · Coordinated entry · Housing navigation

    4869 N. Broadway, Boulder, CO 80304

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Boulder · Boulder County
    Who it may fit
    Adults age 18 and older
    How to access
    Complete coordinated entry first; weekday screening is available 9 AM–3 PM
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (303) 579-4404
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  15. Longmont · Navigation and seasonal shelter29.2 mi

    HOPE Longmont Outreach Center

    Call for navigation; emergency overnight shelter opens for qualifying weather

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Adults experiencing homelessness

    Navigation · Meals · Showers · Laundry · Storage · Weather shelter

    804 S. Lincoln Street, Longmont, CO 80501

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Longmont · Boulder County
    Who it may fit
    Adults experiencing homelessness
    How to access
    Call for navigation; emergency overnight shelter opens for qualifying weather
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (720) 494-4673
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  16. Loveland · 24/7 youth shelter46.4 mi

    The Landing Youth Shelter

    Open 24/7; walk in, call, text, or self-refer

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Youth ages 15–20; free, confidential, and LGBTQ+ welcoming

    Beds · Meals · Showers · Mental health support · Case management

    814 E. 16th Street, Loveland, CO 80538

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Loveland · Northern Colorado
    Who it may fit
    Youth ages 15–20; free, confidential, and LGBTQ+ welcoming
    How to access
    Open 24/7; walk in, call, text, or self-refer
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (970) 699-3886
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  17. Greeley · Weld County shelter50.9 mi

    Samaritan House Greeley

    Call for intake and current bed or family-room availability

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Single adults and families

    Emergency shelter · Family rooms · Meals · Case management

    1442 N. 11th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Greeley · Northern Colorado
    Who it may fit
    Single adults and families
    How to access
    Call for intake and current bed or family-room availability
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (970) 616-8606
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  18. Fort Collins · Temporary men's shelter58.8 mi

    Fort Collins Rescue Mission

    Bed lottery signup is at the Murphy Center; selected guests check in 5:30–7 PM

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Men age 18 and older

    Night shelter · Meals · Housing and employment support

    117 N. Mason Street, Fort Collins, CO 80524

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Fort Collins · Northern Colorado
    Who it may fit
    Men age 18 and older
    How to access
    Bed lottery signup is at the Murphy Center; selected guests check in 5:30–7 PM
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (970) 224-4302
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  19. Fort Collins · Women and family shelter59.1 mi

    Samaritan House Fort Collins

    Call for program intake and current room availability

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Women, families, veterans, and seniors

    Warm beds · Three meals daily · Toiletries · Case management

    460 Linden Center Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80524

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Fort Collins · Northern Colorado
    Who it may fit
    Women, families, veterans, and seniors
    How to access
    Call for program intake and current room availability
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (970) 484-5010
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  20. Fort Collins · Day shelter and navigation59.9 mi

    Murphy Center

    Open weekdays; shower and laundry lottery is 8–9 AM

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Adults and families experiencing homelessness

    Day shelter · Food pantry · Showers · Laundry · Mail · Lockers

    242 Conifer Street, Fort Collins, CO 80524

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Fort Collins · Northern Colorado
    Who it may fit
    Adults and families experiencing homelessness
    How to access
    Open weekdays; shower and laundry lottery is 8–9 AM
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (970) 494-9940
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  21. Colorado Springs · 24/7 shelter campus63.8 mi

    Springs Rescue Mission

    Open 24/7; call for current bed access

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Adult men and women; pets are accepted in designated spaces

    Beds · Meals · Showers · Laundry · Health and recovery services

    5 W. Las Vegas Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Colorado Springs · Southern Colorado
    Who it may fit
    Adult men and women; pets are accepted in designated spaces
    How to access
    Open 24/7; call for current bed access
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (719) 632-1822
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  22. Fort Morgan · Rural warming shelter72.2 mi

    Rising Up Warming Center & Food Pantry

    Warming shelter runs November 1–March 31, 6 PM–7 AM; check in by 8 PM

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Adults from Morgan County and surrounding rural communities

    Seasonal beds · Dinner and breakfast · Showers · Food pantry

    527 State Street, Fort Morgan, CO 80701

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Fort Morgan · Eastern Plains
    Who it may fit
    Adults from Morgan County and surrounding rural communities
    How to access
    Warming shelter runs November 1–March 31, 6 PM–7 AM; check in by 8 PM
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (970) 370-8880
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  23. Pueblo · Low-barrier overnight shelter103.4 mi

    Pueblo Shelter

    Shelter is open 9 PM–7 AM; free community meal begins at 4:30 PM

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Adults; low-barrier access with no sobriety requirement

    Overnight beds · Community meal · Housing navigation

    728 W. 4th Street, Pueblo, CO 81003

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Pueblo · Southern Colorado
    Who it may fit
    Adults; low-barrier access with no sobriety requirement
    How to access
    Shelter is open 9 PM–7 AM; free community meal begins at 4:30 PM
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (719) 924-8413
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  24. Alamosa · San Luis Valley shelter163.9 mi

    La Puente Community Shelter

    Call for current intake, hours, and bed availability

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Adults and families in the San Luis Valley

    Emergency shelter · Meals · Outreach · Housing support

    913 State Avenue, Alamosa, CO 81101

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Alamosa · San Luis Valley
    Who it may fit
    Adults and families in the San Luis Valley
    How to access
    Call for current intake, hours, and bed availability
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (719) 589-5909
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  25. Montrose · Seasonal overnight shelter177.6 mi

    Light House Shelter of Montrose

    Call for pickup, current location, and seasonal schedule

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Adults experiencing homelessness; some qualified pets accepted

    Overnight beds · Meals · Showers · Laundry · Medical support

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Montrose · Western Slope
    Who it may fit
    Adults experiencing homelessness; some qualified pets accepted
    How to access
    Call for pickup, current location, and seasonal schedule
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (970) 694-1938
    Official detailsClaim or report listing
  26. Grand Junction · 24/7 regional shelter194.0 mi

    HomewardBound of the Grand Valley

    Open 24/7; call for current capacity and intake

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Families and vulnerable adults

    24/7 shelter · Meals · Day services · Medical and behavioral care

    562 29 Road, Grand Junction, CO 81504

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Grand Junction · Western Slope
    Who it may fit
    Families and vulnerable adults
    How to access
    Open 24/7; call for current capacity and intake
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (970) 256-9424
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  27. Durango · 24/7 community shelter232.1 mi

    Durango Community Shelter

    Open 24/7, 365 days a year; call the crisis line for access

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Adults and families; children must stay with a parent or guardian

    Beds · Meals · Showers · Laundry · Clothing · Medical respite

    1055 Avenida Del Sol, Durango, CO 81301

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Durango · Southwest Colorado
    Who it may fit
    Adults and families; children must stay with a parent or guardian
    How to access
    Open 24/7, 365 days a year; call the crisis line for access
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (970) 259-1255
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  28. Cortez · Seasonal overnight shelter254.8 mi

    The Bridge Emergency Shelter

    Night shelter runs October 20–April 19, 6 PM–7 AM

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Adults age 18 and older; low-barrier seasonal access

    Seasonal beds · Hot meal · Showers · Laundry · Day labor

    735 N. Park Street, Cortez, CO 81321

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Cortez · Southwest Colorado
    Who it may fit
    Adults age 18 and older; low-barrier seasonal access
    How to access
    Night shelter runs October 20–April 19, 6 PM–7 AM
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (970) 565-9808
    DirectionsOfficial detailsClaim or report listing
  29. Denver · 24/7 shelterCall for access

    The Delores Project

    Call for access and eligibility

    Availability not recently confirmed

    Shelter · Meals · Showers · Case management

    Eligibility and intake details
    Community
    Denver · Denver metro
    Who it may fit
    Call to confirm current eligibility
    How to access
    Call for access and eligibility
    Documents and cost
    Call to confirm documents, referral rules, and cost
    Source updated
    Date not published by provider
    Last checked by HomelessHelper
    July 26, 2026 · official provider information
    Call (303) 534-5411
    Official detailsClaim or report listing

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