Douglas County
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Local offices in Douglas County
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Human services · County office
Douglas County Department of Human Services
11045 E. Lansing Circle, Englewood, CO 80112
Help here
- Food, health coverage, and cash assistanceApply for or get help with food, medical, cash, child care, and energy assistance.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on douglasco.gov
Child support · County office
Douglas County Child Support Services
11045 E. Lansing Circle, First Floor, Englewood, CO 80112
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help applying for child support services or managing an existing child support case.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on douglasco.gov
Human services · County office
Douglas County Community Services
11045 E. Lansing Circle, Englewood, CO 80112
Help here
- Community assistance and older adult servicesGet connected to help with basic needs, housing, transportation, mental health, and older adult services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on douglasco.gov
Human services · Regional office
2-1-1 Colorado
Help here
- Help finding local resourcesCall or search online to find local help with basic needs, housing, food, health care, and other services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211colorado.org
Public health · County office
Douglas County Health Department
11045 E. Lansing Circle, Suite 300, Englewood, CO 80112
Help here
- Public health servicesGet information about immunizations, disease prevention, environmental health, and vital records.
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)Get nutrition support and food benefits for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on douglasco.gov
Courts and legal help · State office
23rd Judicial District Self Help Center
4000 Justice Way, Suite 2546, Castle Rock, CO 80109
Help here
- Court self-helpGet information about court forms and procedures if you are representing yourself.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on coloradojudicial.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Denver Regional Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging
Help here
- Aging and caregiver servicesFind help with meals, transportation, in-home care, legal assistance, and caregiver support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on engage.drcog.org
Older adults · Nonprofit
Aging Resources of Douglas County
104 Fourth Street, Castle Rock, CO 80104
Help here
- Older adult resource navigationTalk with a resource specialist about services that help older adults live independently.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on goardc.org
Veterans · County office
Douglas County Veterans Service Office
410 S. Wilcox St., Suite 101, Castle Rock, CO 80104
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for veterans benefits and finding services for veterans and their families.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on douglasco.gov
Emergency help · County office
Douglas County Office of Emergency Management
4000 Justice Way, Castle Rock, CO 80109
Help here
- Emergency preparednessFind county guidance to prepare for emergencies and learn about local alerts and response.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on douglasco.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
Arapahoe/Douglas Works! Castle Rock Workforce Center
4500 Limelight Ave, Castle Rock, CO 80109
Help here
- Job seeker servicesGet career guidance, job search help, and information about training and employment services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on adworks.org
Library · Regional office
Douglas County Libraries
100 S. Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, CO 80104
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use public computers, and get help with research and learning.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dcl.org
Douglas County, Colorado website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Douglas County, closest to the center of Castle Rock first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Calvary Church Bread of Life Food Pantry
Calvary Church
20 miles from the center of Castle Rock18900 E. Hampden Ave., Aurora, CO 80013
Hours
- Thu10 AM to 12 PM
Listed on files.arapahoeco.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Paul Presbyterian Church Food Pantry
St. Paul Presbyterian Church
20 miles from the center of Castle Rock18901 E. Hampden Ave., Aurora, CO 80013
Hours
- Tue10 AM to 12 PM. Closed when Aurora schools are closed
Who can come: Everyone
What to bring: No proof of income required.
Listed on stppc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
Peace with Christ Lutheran Church
Peace With Christ Lutheran Church
20 miles from the center of Castle Rock3290 S. Tower Rd., Aurora, CO 80013
Hours
- Sat1:30 PM to 3 PM (2nd of the month). Drive-up
What to bring: No paperwork or ID required.
Listed on files.arapahoeco.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Cafe 180
21 miles from the center of Castle Rock3315 South Broadway, Englewood, CO 80113
Hours
- Mon8 AM to 2 PM
- Tue8 AM to 11 AM
- Wed8 AM to 11 AM
- Thu8 AM to 11 AM
- Fri8 AM to 2 PM. Fall, winter, and spring.; 8 AM to 11 AM. Summer.
Who can come: Anyone experiencing food insecurity or needing extra support
What to bring: No questions asked. Guests can pay it forward with an act of kindness.
Listed on cafe180.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
New Life Food Pantry
New Life Community Church
21 miles from the center of Castle Rock17690 E. Iliff Ave., Aurora, CO 80013
Hours
- Tue1 PM to 4 PM
What to bring: Bring a photo ID, proof of residence, and proof of household members.
Listed on nlccaurora.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Colorado Community Church Food Pantry
Colorado Community Church
21 miles from the center of Castle Rock14000 E. Jewell Ave., Aurora, CO 80012
Hours
- Mon8 AM to 4 PM
- Tue8 AM to 4 PM
- Thu8 AM to 4 PM
- Fri8 AM to 4 PM
What to bring: Groceries are first come, first served.
Listed on coloradocommunity.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Douglas County
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Food Bank of the Rockies
20600 East 38th Avenue, Aurora, CO 80011
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Colorado Legal Services
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Douglas County
100 Third Street, Castle Rock, CO 80104
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Douglas County
Colorado programs by kind of help
These are run by Colorado and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- 2-1-1 Colorado
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988