Denver Samaritan House
Most Coloradans know at least a little something about Samaritan House. The first building in the nation, located at 2301 Lawrence St, Denver CO 80205, was built specifically to serve people experiencing homelessness, Samaritan House has been a Denver staple since 1986. Since that time, thousands of people have been served and found safe shelter, nutritious meals and support services at Samaritan House. Today, our focus is primarily on serving women, families and veterans who are experiencing homelessness and food insecurity. The community we serve has evolved; our mission remains the same.
Denver Samaritan House
We are dedicated to improving the lives of everyone we serve. Join our community as you begin the journey of rebuilding your life and regaining hope.
Denver Samaritan House
We are dedicated to improving the lives of everyone we serve. Join our community as you begin the journey of rebuilding your life and regaining hope.
I need SHELTER
SAMARITAN HOUSE DOWNTOWN
2301 Lawrence St, Denver
EMERGENCY OVERNIGHT SHELTER for single women
- Hours of operation: 365 days a year from 4 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
- Capacity: 40 dorm-style beds + two nutritious meals (dinner and breakfast) and bathroom services (no showers).
- Eligibility: Women 18 years and older.
- Participants can reserve a bed each morning with staff.
- Participants with bed reservation will be checked in first starting at 3:30pm.
- All other beds can be accessed on a first come first serve basis for those are eligible. Participant must check in by 5 pm to maintain bed reservation.
- Contact: 303-294-0241
SAMARITAN HOUSE 48TH
4330 48th Ave., Denver
- Hours of operation: 365 days a year, 24 hours a day
- Capacity: 270 dorm-style beds, offered on a first-come, first-served basis
- Services: Three nutritious meals, shower services, laundry services and case management support
- Admission: Arrive at Samaritan House 48th, located at 4330 E. 48th Ave. in Denver, between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.
- No need to call in advance and no referral required
- Transportation: Available from Samaritan House Downtown to Samaritan House 48th daily for those women seeking 24/7 shelter services. Arrive at 2301 Lawrence St. in Denver before 4:30 p.m. each day for transportation.
- Eligibility: Women 18 years and older
- Contact: 720-799-9506
Check out this video of one of our participants at Samaritan House, Carole, who recently moved into the new Domes, a modular structure that dignifies the women at the shelter.
SAMARITAN HOUSE DOWNTOWN
2301 Lawrence St, Denver
EXTENDED STAY PROGRAM
- Hours of operation: 365 days a year, 24 hours a day
- Capacity: Offered based on availability
- Services: 6-9 month supportive living program provides safe dorm beds or family rooms; three nutritious meals; showers; and support services including case management, individualized goal-setting, mental health clinical services, holistic wellness, employment readiness, housing navigation, financial and life-skills classes and referrals to community resources.
- Admission
- SINGLE WOMEN:
- A referral by a community partner
- VETERANS:
- Go to the Community Resources and Referral Center at 3836 York St., Denver, CO 80205 or call 303-294-0241.
- FAMILIES:
- Call 303-295-3366 for Salvation Army Connections Center to get your family on their waitlist for multiple family shelters including Samaritan House
- SINGLE WOMEN:
Take an inside look at the services offered for families at Samaritan House Downtown
Every Child Pediatrics
Samaritan House is proudly partnering with Every Child Pediatrics to provide high-quality medical care to the children who call Samaritan House home. This is believed to be the first pediatric clinic in the country to be located inside a shelter and is providing children with free medical and behavioral health care. This groundbreaking initiative is part of a comprehensive approach that combines primary care and mental health services through screening, communication and coordination. The clinic is open to families every Tuesday and Thursday. Find out more here.HOW CAN WE HELP?
I AM A SINGLE WOMAN IN NEED OF EMERGENCY SHELTER
It's not just a place to sleep.
We provide a place for new beginnings.
I NEED FOOD
ASSISTANCE
Little Flower Assistance Center provides two weeks of food in all Aurora zip codes and Denver: 80239,80249
I NEED AFFORDABLE
HOUSING
If you are in need of affordable housing, you are welcome to apply for housing.
EXTENDED
SERVICES
I am a single woman, veteran or have children and am in need of extended services.
I SUSPECT HUMAN TRAFFICKING
If you see something suspicious and suspect it could be human trafficking, you can take action!
EMERGENCY
ASSISTANCE
For utility assistance (gas, electric) please call 720.377.1313 between 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. Monday through Thursday.
I NEED HELP WITH AN ADDICTION
If you are motivated to recover from the disease of addiction and ready to rebuild those facets of your life that have been damaged by the cycle of addiction, call Step 13 between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday at 303.295.7837.
I AM A
VETERAN
If you are a veteran in need of assistance, resources are available through the Grant and Per Diem Program at Samaritan House. To qualify for this program, go to the VA hospital at Clermont and 9th or the Community Resource and Referral Center at 1247 Santa Fe Dr., Denver, CO 80204. The VA hospital can refer you to our program.
Please obtain a GPD Referral Letter at either the CRRC 3836 N. York Street 303.294.5600 or at the Rocky Mountain Regional VA, Building A 720.857.5037
I NEED HELP FLEEING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Our shelters are not SAFE houses. If you're experiencing any kind of domestic violence & feel helpless, please contact The National Domestic Hotline at 800.799.SAFE (7233).
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