SOUTHWEST COLORADO FLOOD RECOVERY
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La Plata County Flood Recovery
We know the needs in our communities are big right now, and the response from individuals wanting to help has been incredible. However, many organizations are overwhelmed with volunteer inquiries and potentially putting themselves and others in dangerous situations. Above all, we want everyone to stay SAFE out there.
Disaster relief and recovery is a long-term effort. Please be patient as organizations utilizing volunteers sort out their needs.
What follows is a list of vetted, verified resources for organizations, individuals, and volunteers to utilize to ask for or offer help in La Plata County
PLEASE SHARE FAR AND WIDE
*Please note that we are committed and actively working to coordinate resource and volunteer efforts in Archuleta, San Juan, Montezuma and Dolores Counties. Each county’s needs and resources are different. Please be patient with us as we collaborate with each county around what is best for them.
IF YOU ARE AN ORGANIZATION OR ENTITY THAT NEEDS VOLUNTEER HELP FOR COORDIANTED EFFORTS:
Register your organization and your volunteer needs at www.teamupvolunteers.org
a. If you need help getting registered, reach out to Amanda Matsler
b. Once needs are listed, they can be shared via social media, email blasts, etc.
IF YOU ARE AN INDIVIDUAL IN NEED OF HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, SUPPLIES, RENTAL ASSISTANCE, CHILDCARE HELP, OR OTHER RESOURCES:
Dial 2-1-1 on your phone or visit the 211 Colorado website to get connected to available resource
IF YOU ARE AN INDIVIDUAL WANTING TO VOLUNTEER:
Register as a volunteer at www.teamupvolunteers.org
a. We are actively working with organizations to create volunteer “needs” on this website. However, organizations are still in the midst of coordinating their efforts, which may take a few days.
b. Please register, be patient, and continue checking back over the next several days-to-weeks for new opportunities. Once new volunteer opportunities are added, they will show up as “Needs” on the teamupvolunteers.org website, and you will be able to fill any open slots.
Continue checking the La Plata County Flood website for the latest news and updates
IF YOU ARE AN INDIVIDUAL WANTING TO ASSIST WITH A MONETARY DONATION:
Contact the Community Emergency Relief Fund (CERF) to donate today
SW Colorado Flooding Information & Resources
Resources: are available to Southwest Colorado residents affected by flooding, including temporary housing for eligible displaced households, volunteer cleanup assistance, food resources, and recovery support. Visit 211 Colorado’s flood resource page for current information, or call 2-1-1 to connect with a friendly resource navigator who can help you explore available options. You can also text your ZIP code to 898-211.
If you live near the Colorado/New Mexico border, call 866-760-6489 directly to reach 211 Colorado.
Road Closures: For current highway conditions and travel updates, visit COtrip.org.
Learn more about the coordinated flood response across Southwest Colorado, including available resources, responding organizations, and ways to support affected communities.
Colorado Volunteers Active in Disasters (COVOAD)
Following the floods and major road damage across Southwest Colorado, travel conditions continue to change.
Check COtrip.org for state highway closures and updates, and county or town announcements for local road conditions.
General Resources for Colorado Residents
211 Colorado streamlines services and provides one central location where people can get connected to the resources they need. With a database that is updated daily, 211 Colorado can connect you to critical resources simply by dialing a three-digit number. 211 can connect you to shelter availability, childcare or eldercare, rent payment assistance, immigrant resources, mental health and substance abuse help, and more.
Click: 211colorado.org
Call: Dial 2-1-1 or (866) 760-6489 (recommended form of contact)
Text: Text your zip code to 898-211
Crisis Support + Financial Assistance for Individuals & Families
ONE-TIME FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Team Up coordinates and fiscally sponsors multiple emergency financial assistance resources for individuals and families across Southwest Colorado experiencing crisis. Situations that qualify for the one-time financial assistance payments include security deposits, past due rent/mortgages/utility bills, and car repairs. Please work with the appropriate agency based on your county of residence.
Residents of Montezuma County and Dolores County can apply through The Montelores Emergency Assistance Coalition (MEAC), administered by The Piñon Project.
Residents of La Plata County and San Juan County (CO) can apply through the Community Emergency Assistance Coalition (CEAC), administered by SW Housing Solutions.
Residents of Archuleta County can apply through Pagosa Outreach Connection.