Marisol is a comprehensive network of services provided by Catholic Charities that includes medical, housing, counseling and material assistance designed to meet the urgent and ongoing needs of women and families. It includes Marisol Health, our holistic medical centers for women and their families; Marisol Homes, which provides shelter and support for pregnant women and single mothers with children; and Marisol Family, which offers diapers, material assistance and educational support for families with young children. Our programs are personalized, trauma-informed and designed to meet each family's unique emotional and developmental needs.
HOW CAN WE HELP?
I NEED HELP WITH HEALTHCARE
Marisol Health provides comprehensive OB-GYN care as well as wraparound supportive services.
- Dignified, holistic women’s medical care
- Professional counseling services offered by licensed clinicians
- Free pregnancy tests and pregnancy confirmation ultrasounds*
- Obstetric care: Prenatal, delivery and post-partum care
- Gynecological care: Annual and gynecological exams
- Testing and treatment of Sexually Transmitted Infections
- Limited partner STI treatment
*Please call or come in to confirm eligibility
Learn more about our individualized and family physical support as well as mental health support. In Denver, call 720-802-4950 and in Fort Collins, call 970-818-5745.
I NEED HOUSING
Marisol Homes provides shelter, nutritious food and support for expectant moms and women with their young children.
- Case management and ongoing alumni support
- Our program is offered through referral only
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Marisol Family locations offer diapers & material assistance for families with young children.
Our Early Childhood Education programs offer high-quality care and education.
Marisol Counseling and St. Raphael Counseling offer a host of options for counseling across Northern Colorado.
I WANT TO HELP
here’s what clients are saying about Marisol Health
FACES OF HOPE
Before the Doors Open: The Heart Behind Nearly Half a Million Meals
Before the first guest steps into the dining room, before the clatter of utensils, the hum of conversation and the warmth of a shared meal, quiet, holy preparation takes place in the kitchen at Samaritan House Fort Collins, a shelter for women and families experiencing homelessness. The lights flick on early as Terry, the kitchen … Read more
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From Hardship to Hope: Juliana’s Second Chance Begins at Marisol Homes
At just 23 years old, Juliana has lived through more challenges than many face in a lifetime. Her journey has been shaped by hardship and resilience and by a growing belief that God is not finished with her story. “I’ve never been in a shelter before and I came to Marisol Homes after running away … Read more
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Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Meeting the Need in Southwest Denver
Last month, our partnership with the Southwest Food Coalition became a lifeline for families in Southwest Denver. Three moms from our Garfield Early Childhood Education (ECE) center joined several Catholic Charities staff members to organize and distribute a bi-monthly food delivery. Together, we reached five neighborhood organizations serving children five years and younger at our … Read more
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A Harvest of Hope at Centro San Juan Diego
“Together Planting Gratitude, Harvesting Love” perfectly captures the heart of an annual tradition at Centro San Juan Diego, a ministry of Catholic Charities, that promotes the common good of the Hispanic community through education, family support, integration and leadership training. Each year, families who participate in the center’s more than 18 workshops focused on personal … Read more
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Walking the Walk: Jerry’s Mission to Support Moms Through Marisol Health
For longtime Colorado native Jerry, his faith and pro-life convictions have always gone hand in hand. “I’ve always had a strong passion against abortion and for the protection of life,” he said when asked what drew him to Marisol Health, a ministry of Catholic Charities that provides life-affirming care for women. Jerry’s journey with Marisol … Read more
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A Family Finds Healing Through St. Raphael Counseling
After struggling to find the right fit with other Catholic and Christian counselors, Christine Jensen was matched with a therapist at St. Raphael Counseling, a ministry of Catholic Charities of Denver that integrates professional mental health care with the truths of the Catholic faith. That trust in St. Raphael soon extended to her twin daughters. … Read more
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Lifeline for Seniors at Little Flower
More seniors are coming to Little Flower Assistance Center than ever before. Rising costs have stretched fixed incomes thin, and many older adults across the Front Range are struggling to keep food on the table. For many on the east side of the metro area, Little Flower, a powerhouse ministry of Catholic Charities, has become the place they rely on when … Read more
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New Citizens Celebrated at Centro San Juan Diego
For nearly two decades, Centro San Juan Diego—a ministry of Catholic Charities in Denver—has stood as a “home away from home” for the Hispanic community, serving more than 5,000 individuals each year. Continuing the Catholic Church’s long tradition of welcoming and integrating immigrants into the life of the Church and society, Centro remains committed to … Read more
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Becton Dickinson Volunteers Help at Holy Family Plaza
Sixteen employees from Becton Dickinson spent the day volunteering at Catholic Charities’ Holy Family Plaza, a housing community for seniors and individuals with disabilities in Denver. The visit was part of the company’s ongoing commitment to community engagement and service, and their efforts made a visible impact on both residents and staff. Throughout the morning, … Read more
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Little Flower Assistance Center: Meeting a Growing Need
As the government shutdown continues and the cold winter temperatures approach, the Little Flower Assistance Center in Aurora has seen a sharp increase in families seeking help. Last week alone, the Catholic Charities’ center served more than 1,000 people – about 150 to 200 more individuals than usual – through its food bank and clothing pantry. “We’re seeing families … Read more
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Nancy Finds Renewal at the Mulroy Day Center
For more than a decade, Nancy has been part of Catholic Charities’ Kinship program—a resource she calls a “lifesaver.” As a caregiver and grandmother raising three grandchildren all on the autism spectrum, Nancy has faced every challenge with quiet strength and unwavering love. Through the Kinship program, Nancy found more than advice—she found understanding, encouragement … Read more
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Finding Balance and Connection Through Mulroy Center
When Bill and Bobbi exchanged vows in 1984, their hearts were full of hope and excitement for all that lay ahead. When illness entered their lives, everything changed plans were paused, routines were rewritten, and love had to become stronger, steadier and more selfless than ever before. Early in 2025, Bobbi began searching for ways … Read more
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Respect Life Denver Event Inspires the Faithful to Renew Their “Yes”
The room was filled with warmth, laughter and a shared sense of mission as more than three dozen advocates gathered for Respect Life Denver’s Gospel of Life Workshop on Saturday, October 18, 2025. The day offered not only formation but also a renewal of heart for those seeking to live out Christ’s love in the … Read more
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DJ’s Story: Finding Her Way Forward
*Stock image chosen to protect privacy* Before coming to Marisol Homes, DJ was living in a tent, struggling with a meth addiction and caught in a violent relationship. When she learned she was pregnant, she realized how truly exhausted she was of living this way—tired of being hungry, tired of moving from one encampment to … Read more
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Riding with Purpose: Olympic Hopeful Codey Cook Finds Faith and Community with Team Samaritan
When Codey Cook was a teenager in Michigan, he didn’t imagine his Olympic dream would one day lead him to Colorado Springs—or to a cycling team that shares his Catholic faith and his desire to serve others. “I’ve wanted to be in the Olympics since I saw the Olympics for the first time back in … Read more
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