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INSURANCE:

Do You Need Insurance Assistance? MFHC has certified assisters to help facilitate this transition. Meet with the Outreach & Enrollment Department to begin your renewal process, apply for a plan on Connect for Health Colorado, or simply get your questions answered. You may contact them by emailing EnrollmentHelp@mountainfamily.org or calling (833) 273-6627.

FAMLI:

Have you checked if you are eligible for FAMLI? 

FAMLI is paid leave for up to 12 weeks. It ensures Colorado workers have access to paid leave when life circumstances force them to choose between earning a paycheck and taking care of themselves or their families. Eligible employees may receive up to twelve weeks of paid leave.

Please check this website to see if you are eligible before completing this application.  

CAREGIVER RESOURCES

The Colorado Respite Coalition (CRC) has officially opened applications for their 2026 Family Respite Reimbursement Program.

This “self-directed” program provides funds for respite care to family caregivers across Colorado, regardless of age or care needs. You choose how to use the reimbursement to best fit your family’s needs.

Please note: Applications are approved on a first-come, first-served basis. There is no waitlist this year, so the application will close as soon as the program is full.

APPLY FOR RESPITE REIMBURSEMENT NOW

FOOD

The Community Market provides barrier-free access to FREE healthy food in the Eagle Valley of Colorado. Eagle Valley Community Foundation addresses issues around food insecurity, food waste and sustainability in our community through The Community Market (TCM). TCM provides access to free, nutrient-rich food throughout Eagle County. Established in 2018 as a scalable food security system that responds to immediate and long-term food insecurity needs, all customers are afforded barrier-free access to groceries of their own choosing. Our markets feature a variety of fresh produce, dairy and bread as well as shelf-stable grocery items.  We are a force for change in our community, based on the three critical pillars of healthy people, strong communities and environmental sustainability. Click here for more information.

ADDICTION/RECOVERY/SOBER LIVING SERVICES

RECONNECTED is a nonprofit recovery community organization dedicated to providing peer support services, social events, community education, and ending the stigma surrounding addiction. Our mission is to empower individuals in recovery by fostering a sense of community and connection, promoting education and awareness, and advocating for change: https://reconnected.org/

A Way Out provides individuals and families in crisis with drugs and alcohol access to treatment and recovery support: https://awayout.org/

VAIL HEALTH FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE:

Many of our Vail Health patients experience financial challenges while receiving the medical care they need to become well again. Even with health insurance, most people will have numerous out-of-pocket costs, such as co-pays, medications, insurance premiums, and more. The costs can quickly become an overwhelming burden. Vail Health’s Patient Assistance Funds can help those in need with non-medical expenses, such as mortgage or rent payments, utility bills, car payments or repairs, groceries, etc. This short-term assistance can help put their minds and hearts at ease, giving them the ability to focus on what is most crucial—restoring their health and well-being.

Vail Health Patient Assistance Fund: To apply or learn more, contact us at patientassistancefund@vailhealth.org or (970) 479-7283.

Shaw Cancer Center Patient Assistance Fund: To apply or learn more, contact Erin Perejda at erin.perejda@vailhealth.org or (970) 569-7606.

Vail Health Behavioral Health Patient Assistance Fund: To apply or learn more, contact Tracey Branch at tracey.branch@vailhealth.org or (970) 381-4561.

SWIFT EAGLE:

A local non-profit that provides swift financial assistance to Eagle County residents for living and personal expenses during times of crisis or hardship. Swift Eagle gives grants for personal and living expenses to people in crisis or hardship situations. Applicants must be Eagle County residents for a minimum of one year to qualify for a grant. For more information, email info@swifteagle.org.

ROUNDUP – HOLY CROSS ENERGY FOUNDATION:

Holy Cross Energy launched a helpful “one-stop-shop” for vital resources. The website is Single Stop™ – Your Single Stop in finding benefits & resources. This simple application can be completed by the individual in need or a case manager. For people living in Eagle County, please fill out the application for a comprehensive list of resources, how to apply, and more, go to RoundUp – Holy Cross Energy. The application process takes 5 to 10 minutes and will provide a list of state and federal resources based on your responses. It includes food insecurity, housing, medical, utilities, legal services, and more. If Holy Cross Energy members are struggling to pay their electricity bills, the Foundation offers one-time emergency assistance up to a maximum amount of $1500.  To learn more and apply click HERE.   

WINTER HOME HEATING COST ASSISTANCE:

The Colorado Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) is a federally funded program that helps eligible hard-working Colorado families, seniors, and individuals pay a portion of their winter home heating costs. LEAP accepts applications between November and April. If your income is up to 60% of the state median income level, you may qualify for heating assistance through LEAP. To learn more and apply, click HERE.

FINANCIAL COACHING:

Financial Empowerment Center of the Rockies 

The Financial Empowerment Center of the Rockies has opened in Glenwood Springs, offering free, bilingual financial coaching to residents of Garfield, Eagle, and Pitkin counties. This initiative, led by the Savings Collaborative and the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund, aims to help individuals reduce debt, build credit, and achieve financial stability. Notably, it is the nation’s first rural financial empowerment center, adapting successful urban models to meet the unique needs of rural communities. 

For more information visit this LINK!

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