Commissioners: “We will continue to value, respect, and support all individuals as we serve the people of Boulder County.” Read full message.

Immigrant Resources, including a Know Your Rights Booklet, available on the Immigration Resources webpage.

Human Services
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We are building a healthy, connected community that empowers people and strengthens families by confronting the root causes of crisis and instability.

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Hope for the future, help when you need it. This sums up our philosophy. We believe in strengthening multiple generations through prevention-focused integrated services: getting the right mix of supports – as early as possible – to each person in the family who needs them. We are also committed to ensuring every one of our neighbors has equal access to the supports they need – and deserve – to thrive.

Our main focus areas are investing in early childhood well-being and education, and integrating our services and data systems to provide complete support to everyone who seeks our help.

  • Learn more about the structure and leadership of Boulder County Human Services.
  • Learn more about our five-year strategic plan, which is currently being developed with input from staff, valued partners, and the Boulder County community.
  • Read the Boulder County Department of Human Services Report, which outlines our work from 2022 to 2023 and showcases the overall benefit of our financial, food, medical, childcare, and housing assistance programs.

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News

A selection of our media coverage from 2024.

Colorado Orphans, Disabled Kids Have To Pay for Their Own Foster Care Unlike Other Children – The Colorado Sun

  • Dec. 10, 2024 | The practice of counties using kids’ Social Security benefits to pay for foster care is under intense scrutiny, especially in Colorado. Weld and Boulder County are leading the way.

‘We Need You Again’: Boulder County Nonprofits Issue Call to Action as Demand for Safety Net Services Surges – Boulder Reporting Lab

  • Nov. 1, 2024 | As funding cuts deepen, Boulder County nonprofits warn of critical shortages in shelter, food assistance and mental health care.

Boulder County Offers Free Personal Finance Help – Denver 7

  • Sep. 2, 2024 | An interview with the lead of our Personal Finance Team.

$300 Monthly Checks: Who Can Benefit and When Do Payments Begin? – AS USA

  • Aug. 25, 2024 | Boulder County, Colorado residents may be eligible for a $300 monthly check for 24 months.

To Get Fresh Vegetables to People Who Need Them, One City Puts Its Soda Tax to Work – NPR/CPR News

  • Jan. 15, 2024 | In Boulder, Colorado, officials realized there were many people who needed access to fruits and vegetables but didn’t qualify for federal assistance.

Contact Us

Human Services

Phone: 303-441-1000
TTY: 1-800-659-3656
Fax: 303-441-1523
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Mailing Address
P.O. Box 471
Boulder, CO 80306

Boulder Location

3460 Broadway
Map and Directions Boulder Location

Fax: 720-564-2283
Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday/Wednesday/Friday
Issuance Closed 1-2 p.m. for lunch.

Longmont Location

515 Coffman St.
Map and Directions Longmont Location
Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday-Friday
Issuance Closed 1-2 p.m. for lunch.

Lafayette Location

1755 S. Public Road, Lafayette
Map and Directions Lafayette Location
Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday/Thursday
Closed 1-2 p.m. for lunch.

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