Safe Shelter provides confidential housing for individuals, families, and their pets experiencing domestic violence, elder abuse, or human trafficking. Our shelter welcomes survivors of all genders, sexual orientations, and backgrounds. 

Individuals under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, legally married, or legally emancipated to stay at shelter.

If you need emergency shelter, call our 24/7 crisis line at 303-772-4422 where we can assist you in English or Spanish. A trained advocate will assess your situation and guide you through the next steps to access shelter services.

Yes. Your safety and privacy are our top priorities. The shelter location is confidential, and we have strict policies in place to ensure your information is protected.

If possible, bring:

• Personal identification (e.g., ID, passport, or birth certificates for you and your children)

• Essential medications

• Clothes for a few days

• Important documents (e.g., legal paperwork, bank information)

• Comfort items like a favorite blanket or toy for children

Safe Shelter will provide:

• Toiletries

• Bedding

• Towels

• Meals – dietary restrictions will be accommodated.

• Safe Environment: The shelter provides a secure and supportive space for you, your family, and your pets.

• Private Rooms: Families will have a private room.  Most singles will have a private room.  However, depending on space singles may be required to share a room with another individual who identifies as the same gender.

• Meals and Supplies: We provide nutritious meals (dietary restriction will be accommodated), toiletries, and other essentials.

• Advocacy and Support: You’ll have access to advocates who can help with safety planning, legal resources, counseling, and more.

• Shared Bathrooms: You’ll have access to a Jack and Jill (shared) bathroom, which you will share with one other room.

The length of stay varies based on individual needs and circumstances. Advocates will work with you to create a plan, including transitional housing options if needed.

Yes, the shelter is ADA compliant.

Yes. The shelter is family-friendly and provides resources for children, including counseling, activities, and playrooms. We aim to create a safe and nurturing environment for all family members.

We understand how important pets are to survivors. Your pets are welcomed and allowed to stay with you in your room.  Shelter also has a poultry house available for use.

Yes. Advocates can help you connect with legal aid for protective orders, custody arrangements, or other legal needs. We also provide resources for financial assistance and employment support.

Yes. We offer access to counseling services, support groups, and trauma-informed care to help you heal and rebuild your life.

To maintain safety and respect, all residents must follow shelter policies, such as:

• Keeping the shelter location confidential.

• Respecting shared spaces and other residents.

• No cannabis – including for medical use.

• No drugs or alcohol.

• Curfew in affect at 10 PM, except Wednesdays and Sundays – the curfew is 6 PM.  Curfew exceptions will be made to accommodate work schedules.

• No weapons, including pocketknives.   

Advocates will go over the guidelines with you upon arrival.

No, our shelter services are completely free.

Before you leave, our advocates will work with you to create a safety plan and connect you with resources for housing, employment, childcare, or other needs to help you transition successfully.

Every effort is made to keep your children at their school of origin, including transportation.

Every effort is made to keep your children at theirShelter provides transportation to get students to and from school but not to school activities.