❤️ Community Support & Essential Services
❤️ Community Support & Essential Services
If you or someone you know needs help with food, housing, healthcare, mental health, or other essentials — these trusted local and statewide resources are here to help.
📞 Not sure where to start? Call 2-1-1 — free, confidential, connects you to everything.
🆘 Mental health crisis? Call or text 9-8-8 anytime, 24/7.
🔥 Need heating help? Call LEAP: 1-866-432-8435
🏥 Local help with insurance, funds & more: TCHN (970) 708-7096
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Naturita Community Library
Public library serving Naturita and surrounding West End communities. Books, e-media, internet access, and programs.
📍 107 W. 1st Avenue, Naturita, CO 81422
📞 (970) 787-2270
🕐 Mon–Fri: 10–6 · Sat: 10–3
montroselibrary.org →
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Wilkinson Public Library — Telluride
Full-service public library in Telluride with collections, programs, meeting rooms, and computer access. Open seven days a week.
📍 100 W. Pacific Avenue, Telluride, CO 81435
📞 (970) 728-4519
🕐 Mon–Thu: 9–7 · Fri: 9–6 · Sat: 9–5 · Sun: 12–5
telluridelibrary.org →
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Uncompahgre Medical Center — Norwood
Full-service primary care clinic serving Norwood and surrounding communities. Sliding scale fees available.
📍 1350 S. Aspen Street, Norwood
📞 (970) 327-4233
umclinic.org →
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Basin Clinic — Naturita
Primary medical care serving Nucla, Naturita, and surrounding West End area.
📍 421 Adams Street, Naturita
📞 (970) 865-2665
basinclinic.org →
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Center for Mental Health — Norwood
Behavioral health, therapy, psychiatry, and substance use counseling. Sliding scale. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurances.
📍 1175 Grand Ave, Norwood
📞 (970) 327-4449
centermh.org →
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Axis Health System — Norwood
Integrated primary care and behavioral health services for all ages.
axishealthsystem.org →
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West End Family Link Center (WEFLC)
Food pantry, USDA commodities (home delivery for homebound), SNAP enrollment help, heating assistance, and parenting programs for the West End.
📍 853 Main Street, Nucla
🕐 Mon 9–3 · Tue 1–5 · Thu 9–3 · Fri 9–11 & 12:15–3
📞 (970) 864-2246
westendflc.org →
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Norwood Food Pantry
Fresh food hub serving Norwood area residents. Pick up at the Norwood School District Annex.
📍 1225 Summit Street, Norwood (School Annex)
🕐 Sundays, 3:00–6:00 PM
freshfoodhub.net →
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SNAP (Food Stamps)
Monthly EBT benefits to purchase groceries. Apply through Colorado PEAK or at West End Human Services in Nucla.
📍 West End office: 851 Main St, Nucla
📞 (970) 864-7319
Apply at Colorado PEAK →
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WIC — Women, Infants & Children
Free food assistance, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support for pregnant women, new moms, and children up to age 5.
📍 851 Main Street, Nucla, CO 81424
📞 (970) 864-7319
📧 Nuclawic@montrosecounty.net
Montrose County WIC →
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San Miguel County Human Services
Assistance qualifying for SNAP, Medicaid, Colorado Works (TANF), and childcare assistance (CCCAP) for San Miguel County residents.
📞 (970) 728-4411
San Miguel Resources →
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TCHNetwork — Good Neighbor Fund
Short-term emergency financial assistance for eligible households facing crisis — utilities, rent, and other urgent needs.
📞 (970) 708-7096
📧 info@tchnetwork.org
Apply for Good Neighbor Fund →
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LEAP — Low-Income Energy Assistance
Federally funded program that helps eligible low-income households pay winter heating costs.
📞 1-866-HEAT-HELP (1-866-432-8435)
cdhs.colorado.gov/leap →
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Energy Outreach Colorado (EOC)
Apply for energy assistance through Tri-County Health Network. Helps with utility costs for low-income households.
📞 (970) 708-7096
📧 info@tchnetwork.org
tchnetwork.org →
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PTC Rebate — Property Tax, Rent & Heat
Colorado rebate for low-income older adults and people with disabilities to help with property taxes, rent, and/or heat.
colorado.gov PTC Rebate →
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BenefitsCheckUp
Free screening tool to find programs that may help with food, utilities, medicine, and more.
benefitscheckup.org →
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TCHNetwork — Behavioral Health Programs
TCHNetwork offers several free and low-cost mental health programs for local residents. Call (970) 708-7096 or visit tchnetwork.org to get started.
🟡 San Miguel Behavioral Health Fund — Up to 12 free therapy sessions for residents who live or work in San Miguel County.
🟡 Montrose County Recovery Fund — Mental health services for Redvale, Nucla, and Naturita residents related to substance use recovery.
🟡 Teletherapy — Licensed therapists (including Spanish-speaking) available via secure video — great for rural residents.
🟡 Behavioral Health Resource Directory — Find local providers, helplines, and support groups. Search the Directory →
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 any time for free, confidential mental health crisis support. Available 24/7.
📞 Call or text 988
988lifeline.org →
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San Miguel Resource Center (SMRC)
Confidential services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault — crisis support, safety planning, advocacy, and shelter referrals.
☎️ 24-hour helpline: (970) 728-5660
📍 Norwood Office: 1555 Summit Street
smrcco.org →
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National DV Hotline
Free, confidential support for anyone affected by domestic violence. Available 24/7 by phone, chat, or text.
📞 1-800-799-7233
💬 Text START to 88788
thehotline.org →
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TCHNetwork — Insurance Enrollment Help
TCHN Health Coverage Guides help you compare plans, apply for financial assistance, and enroll — free of charge. Mon–Fri 9–5, with evening virtual appointments during open enrollment.
📞 (970) 708-7096
📧 enrollment@tchnetwork.org
Get Enrollment Help →
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Connect for Health Colorado
Colorado's official health insurance marketplace. Financial help available for most households. Call TCHN for free local enrollment assistance.
📞 1-855-752-6749
connectforhealthco.com →
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Colorado PEAK — Apply for Benefits Online
One online portal to apply for multiple assistance programs. Apply at Colorado PEAK →
🔵 SNAP (Food Stamps) — Monthly EBT benefits to purchase groceries.
🔵 Health First Colorado (Medicaid) — Free or low-cost health coverage for eligible individuals.
🔵 Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+) — Low-cost health insurance for children and pregnant women.
🔵 Colorado Works (TANF) — Temporary cash assistance and job services for families with children.
🔵 CCCAP — Reduced-cost child care for families who are working, in job training, or attending school.
🔵 Medicare Savings Programs — May help pay Medicare premiums, deductibles, and copayments for low-income individuals.
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West End Health & Human Services
Montrose County's West End satellite office serving Nucla, Naturita, Bedrock, Redvale, and Paradox. Offers SNAP, WIC, caseworker services, and more.
📍 851 Main Street, Nucla, CO 81424
📞 (970) 864-7319
West End Human Services →
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Social Security Administration
Apply for Social Security retirement, disability (SSDI), and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits online or by phone.
📞 1-800-772-1213
ssa.gov →
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211 Colorado
Free, confidential information and referral service — a great first call when you're not sure where to start.
📞 Dial 2-1-1
211colorado.org →
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Unemployment Insurance
Temporary income replacement if you've lost your job or had reduced hours.
📞 Montrose Workforce Center: (970) 249-7783
cdle.colorado.gov/unemployment →
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Colorado Emergency Rental Assistance
For Coloradans facing housing instability or risk of eviction. Contact 211 or visit Colorado PEAK to find current programs.
Search via 211 Colorado →
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TCHNetwork — Good Neighbor Fund
Can help with rent and utilities for eligible households facing crisis.
📞 (970) 708-7096
Apply for Good Neighbor Fund →
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Region 10 Area Agency on Aging
Services for older adults including meals, in-home care, caregiver support, transportation, and legal assistance across the Western Slope.
📞 (970) 249-2436
region10.net →
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BenefitsCheckUp (Senior Benefits Finder)
Free tool to find assistance programs for older adults — food, utilities, prescription drugs, and more.
benefitscheckup.org →
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Veterans Crisis Line
Free, confidential crisis support for veterans, service members, and their families. Available 24/7.
📞 Call 988, then press 1
💬 Text 838255
veteranscrisisline.net →
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Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs
Help navigating VA benefits, disability claims, education, employment, and more for Colorado veterans.
📞 1-844-217-0885
dva.colorado.gov →
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Need help accessing these resources? Library staff can help you print forms, look up phone numbers, and find the right starting point. Just ask at the front desk — we're happy to help! You can also call the library at (970) 327-4833 or dial 2-1-1 for a free referral to the right service.
Resources verified March 2026. Please contact organizations directly to confirm current hours and availability.