Morgan County Department of Human Services

11/22/2021

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Celebrating five amazing families for National Adoption Month

Beth and Jimmy Cundiff from Bayfield, certified by La Plata County
Ten years ago Beth and Jimmy met two brothers, Devin and Zayden, who were in foster care with Beth’s sister in Denver. The couple became foster parents so they could care for the brothers, and they would later go on to adopt them. Since then, Beth and Jimmy have adopted three more children and youth and they continue to care for older youth in foster care. Jimmy is a football coach, and the family has a passion for sports. They participate in football as well as wrestling and basketball. They also enjoy participating in outdoor activities together, including paddle boarding, hunting and fishing.

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11/03/2021

National Adoption Awareness Month!

National Adoption Awareness Month!

09/09/2021

Free will donations will benefit:

Center for Healing Trauma and Attachment

Free will donations will benefit:

Center for Healing Trauma and Attachment

08/25/2021

Phone and internet systems are currently down for Morgan County Department of Human Services. We are working on getting the systems back up as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

If you need to report CHILD or ELDERY ABUSE OR NEGLECT please call the STATE hotline at 1-800-CO-4-KIDS (1-800-264-5437)

Los sistemas telefonicos en el Departamento de Servicios Humanos del Condado de Morgan estan descompuestos. Estamos trabajando para que los sistemas vuelvan a funcionar lo mas pronto posible. Nos disculpamos de antemano por cualquier inconveniente que esto pueda causar.

Si necesita reportar ABUSO O NEGLIGENCIA INFANTIL O a un dulto MAYOR, por favor llame a la línea Estatal. El numero directo es 1-800-CO-4-KIDS (1-800-264-5437)

Nidaamyada taleefanka iyo internetka ayaa hadda hoos u dhacay Waaxda Adeegyada Dadweynaha ee Degmada Morgan. Waxaan ka shaqeyneynaa sidii nidaamyada dib loogu soo celin lahaa sida ugu dhaqsaha badan. Waan ka cudur daaraneynaa wixii dhib ah ee ay tani keeni karto.

Haddii aad u baahan tahay inaad soo sheegto XADGUDUBKA CARUURTA AMA DHAQANKA fadlan wac Khadka taleefanka ee GOBOLKA 1-800-CO-4-KIDS (1-800-264-5437)

07/14/2021

Morgan County's Foster and Kinship team will be there to talk to anyone interested in becoming future foster families. Please come out and join us!!

04/27/2021

Fatherhood Engagement Survey

Fatherhood Engagement Survey
This is an ANONYMOUS survey pertaining to fathers in Morgan County, Colorado. MCDHS is collecting information regarding fatherhood engagement for father's that have been involved in services through the Morgan County Department of Human Services. The goal of this survey is to collect information and data that will assist DHS employees to better engage and involve fathers in cases/services.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflng7PrCve50y-8T30Au59dR57Xf9xZP7TrlVqZKq4qn4evA/viewform

This is an ANONYMOUS survey pertaining to fathers in Morgan County, Colorado. MCDHS is collecting information regarding fatherhood engagement for father's that have been involved in services through the Morgan County Department of Human Services. The goal of this survey is to collect information and...

03/30/2021

Say It Louder For the People In the Back - Illuminate Colorado

https://www.illuminatecolorado.org/say-it-louder-for-the-people-in-the-back/

Child Abuse Prevention Month is a time to stand up and speak out, but too often it feels like we are preaching to the choir. Now is the time to say it louder for the people in the back. You need only to look at the media coverage associated with the words "child abuse or "child welfare" to see the n...

02/19/2021

Registration is required and space is limited for this eviction prevention webinar!

02/19/2021

Please share the following:
Food Bank of the Rockies Mobile Pantry WILL BE open on Wednesday, February 24th, in a modified capacity from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. to distribute food to our community.
Food Recipients are REQUIRED to follow the following:
• Remain in their cars, lining up as directed by volunteers
• Provide client check-in information to volunteers
o Volunteers will write everything down; not the client
• Should open their trunk (preferred) or take in food through an open window
PLEASE line up in an orderly fashion. DO NOT BLOCK THE ROAD ON ELLSWORTH!!! We will be lining vehicles up inside of the fairground fences in a serpentine pattern. Everyone will be provided with the same items so there is no need for people to line up hours ahead of time. Food items will be pre-boxed and we will not be doing substitutions DO NOT exit your car or hand any items to the check in volunteer. We will do our best to accommodate this method of distribution.
If you are a volunteer who is comfortable assisting with the distribution and are not showing any signs of illness, your help would be greatly appreciated. Please contact text or phone call the program coordinator Lisa Northrup at (970) 768-4262
Dates for 2021 are as follows: 2/24, 3/24, 4/28, 5/26, 6/23, no July, 8/25, 9/22, 10/22, 11/24, 12/22

Please share the following:
Food Bank of the Rockies Mobile Pantry WILL BE open on Wednesday, February 24th, in a modified capacity from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. to distribute food to our community.
Food Recipients are REQUIRED to follow the following:
• Remain in their cars, lining up as directed by volunteers
• Provide client check-in information to volunteers
o Volunteers will write everything down; not the client
• Should open their trunk (preferred) or take in food through an open window
PLEASE line up in an orderly fashion. DO NOT BLOCK THE ROAD ON ELLSWORTH!!! We will be lining vehicles up inside of the fairground fences in a serpentine pattern. Everyone will be provided with the same items so there is no need for people to line up hours ahead of time. Food items will be pre-boxed and we will not be doing substitutions DO NOT exit your car or hand any items to the check in volunteer. We will do our best to accommodate this method of distribution.
If you are a volunteer who is comfortable assisting with the distribution and are not showing any signs of illness, your help would be greatly appreciated. Please contact text or phone call the program coordinator Lisa Northrup at (970) 768-4262
Dates for 2021 are as follows: 2/24, 3/24, 4/28, 5/26, 6/23, no July, 8/25, 9/22, 10/22, 11/24, 12/22

02/17/2021

Emergency Rental and Mortgage Assistance | Department of Local Affairs

If you or your tenants have been unable to pay rent due to financial hardship caused by COVID-19, you may be eligible for rental assistance from the state.

https://cdola.colorado.gov/rental-mortgage-assistance

If you or your tenants have been unable to pay rent due to financial hardship caused by COVID-19, you may be eligible for rental assistance from the state. The Colorado Legislature and Governor Polis have passed Senate Bill 20B-002 authorizing an additional $54 million in housing assistance for peop...

02/10/2021

Colorado child care workers can get COVID shots starting Monday. Here’s how it will work.

Colorado child care workers can get COVID shots starting Monday. Here’s how it will work.

Some counties will match each child care provider with a vaccine provider. In other counties, child care workers will have to figure it out themselves.

02/10/2021

Coloradans who are 65 and older, PK-12 educators, and child care workers in licensed child care programs are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine.

➡️If you are over 65 and would like to get vaccinated, you can find your nearest provider here: https://covid19.colorado.gov/for-coloradans/vaccine/where-can-i-get-vaccinated

➡️PK-12 educators and child care workers in licensed child care programs, your employer will provide you with information about how you can get vaccinated.

02/10/2021

Did you know that the City of Brush! offers recycling options? Whether you want to bring recyclables to the City lot or purchase a single stream recycling container for household use, we've got you covered!
Follow this link for full details and for a list of acceptable single stream items: https://www.brushcolo.com/news_detail_T33_R104.php

*Corrugated Cardboard: Please be aware that corrugated cardboard must be kept separate from single stream recycling. To be recycled, corrugated cardboard must be brought to the City lot south of the Post Office.*

We're happy to answer your questions and help you with arrangements for a container. Please call us at 970-842-5001.

At this time, we are unfortunately unable to accept glass for recycle. We thank you for your patience while we work to locate another glass recycling option.

12/11/2020

Food Bank of the Rockies Mobile Pantry WILL NOT be open on Wednesday, December 23rd to distribute food to our community as a decision was made by the Food Coalition to have a Special Event in December.

There will be a Special December Mobile Pantry distribution in Morgan County that will take place on Sunday, December 20th from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at:

Morgan Community College
920 Barlow Road
Fort Morgan, CO

La despensa movil de diciembre en el condado de Morgan estara en el Morgan Community College (direccion: 920 Barlow Road, Fort Morgan) el 20 de diciembre, de 9 am a 12 pm

The Regular Mobile Pantry will return to the Morgan County Fairgrounds on Wednesday,

11/17/2020

Workforce Centers - Eastern Colorado

Colorado Legal Services' free, monthly "Call4All" telephone legal advice clinic, which takes place the 3rd Wednesday of each month, continues to be available to low-income clients during COVID. The next clinic is on Nov. 18th from 5-7:30pm.

This clinic provides free, confidential, legal advice for low-income, unrepresented community members in family law, tenant/landlord law, protection orders, consumer/collections and small claims. Just call the toll free number 1-844-404-7400 from 5 to 7:30 to see if you qualify as low-income and to talk with an attorney. This clinic does not handle criminal or traffic questions.

11/17/2020

How the Small Things My Parents Did Made a Big Impact on Me - Forward Together Colorado

How the Small Things My Parents Did Made a Big Impact on Me - Forward Together Colorado

When it comes to connecting with your child, the little, everyday things you do can make a big difference.

11/17/2020

#BeThe1To and COVID-19 - #BeThe1To

#BeThe1To and COVID-19 - #BeThe1To

In light of the coronavirus pandemic, many places have instituted distancing recommendations in order to control its spread. These recommendations encourage people to stay at home and avoid unnecessary excursions and crowds. In this environment, it is even more important to check in on your loved on...

11/17/2020

Colorado Department of Human Services

No matter what you’re going through, you don’t have to go through it alone. Call 1-844- 493-TALK, or text TALK to 38255. https://coloradocrisisservices.org #COVID19Colorado @cdphe @COEmergency

11/17/2020

Help During COVID-19

Help During COVID-19

Find local resources

11/17/2020

Colorado Coalition Against Sexual Assault (CCASA)

If a friend tells you they have experienced sexual assault, take them seriously ❤️ For more information, visit https://youhavetherightco.org/

#YouHavetheRightCO #SupportSurvivors #MeToo #MeTooMovement

11/17/2020

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

Which COVID-19 test is right for you? As different types of tests become available, make sure you understand the benefits and limitations of each.

Learn more: https://covid19.colorado.gov/testing

11/17/2020

Cooking Matters

Para prepararnos para la temporada de “dar las gracias”, comenzamos nuestra serie de enfoques en nuestros socios comunitarios. Vamos a compartir muchas de las grandes cosas que hacen nuestros socios en sus áreas. ¡Gracias a todos nuestros socios comunitarios! #CookingMattersEnCasa #SociosComunitariosDeCookingMatters

11/17/2020

Colorado Department of Human Services

If you live in Colorado and witness child abuse or neglect, please call our Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline, at 1-844-CO-4-KIDS (1-844-264-5437). If a child is in immediate danger, you should call 911.

11/17/2020

Colorado Department of Human Services

COVID-19 has created a crisis situation for many individuals and families. We created this resource to keep Coloradans up to date about Colorado food assistance programs, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) >> https://bit.ly/346ObyU

11/17/2020

Brush Area Chamber of Commerce

Managing Mental Health Through the Holidays virtual presentation. Please feel free to share with family and friends.

11/17/2020

Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption

Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption

During the #COVID19 crisis, what happens when youth age out of foster care without a family?

They could be navigating this deadly pandemic and one of the greatest economic recessions of our lifetime. . .alone. With no safety net, many will end up homeless, unemployed and at a higher risk of contracting the virus. Please, help us find forever families for teens in foster care before it's too late.

11/17/2020

National Su***de Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)'

It's World Kindness Day! Remember to show kindness towards yourself and others, today and everyday. 💚

🎨: @quotesbychristie on Instagram.

11/10/2020

Nemeth Counseling

11/10/2020

Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption

Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption

During the #COVID19 crisis, what happens when youth age out of foster care without a family?

They could be navigating this deadly pandemic and one of the greatest economic recessions of our lifetime. . .alone. With no safety net, many will end up homeless, unemployed and at a higher risk of contracting the virus. Please, help us find forever families for teens in foster care before it's too late.

11/10/2020

City Of Fort Morgan

Get your kids reading early and often with the library's "1,000 Books Before Kindergarten" program.

https://www.cityoffortmorgan.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2514

11/10/2020

National Su***de Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)'

You're not alone. Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) whenever you need someone to talk to. Let's weather this storm together. 💚

🎨: @stacieswift on Instagram.

11/05/2020

Baby Bear Hugs

Your donation to Baby Bear Hugs goes further through Colorado Gives Day!
This is a great time to support children and families by donating to Baby Bear Hugs. Colorado Gives Day 2020 is an initiative to increase philanthropy in Colorado through online giving to Colorado charities. Again this year there is a million-dollar incentive fund that will increase every donation given through Colorado Gives Day. This FirstBank Incentive Fund will be proportionally allocated across all donations received. Please help us reach our goal of $30,000. To donate to Baby Bear Hugs, just go to www.coloradogives.org/babybearhugs. You can give any time now through December 8, 2020 and it will count toward Colorado Gives Day. We know that COVID-19 has impacted nearly every facet of our lives, and giving can be one of those facets - so we understand if you are not able to give at the rate you would previously, or maybe not at all. However, please consider, as Colorado Gives Day is a great opportunity for increased value to your donation and to support families and children.

11/05/2020

Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption

Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption

Every day, nearly 50 youth age out of foster care without a forever family. These young people could be facing #COVID19 and an economic recession — alone. Will you help us make sure every child has the safety and security of a permanent home? Every. Donation. Matters.

11/05/2020

Fort Morgan High School

Fort Morgan High School will be going to our blue schedule with 100% remote learning starting tomorrow November 5th, 2020. Please have students log into their classes during the scheduled time. The reason for the change in schedule is because FMHS recently had four positive covid tests and numerous staff members needing to be quarantined. Thank you for being flexible and we will keep everyone up to date.

11/05/2020

Weldon Valley School District

Weldon Valley School District

Good evening! Weldon Valley RE-20J will be operating under the red phase of our COVID-19 plan starting tomorrow, November 4, 2020 due to multiple positive COVID-19 tests within our school community. The results of the tests were shared with us this afternoon. Therefore, all learning activities will take place at home under the direction of the student’s teachers beginning tomorrow. We anticipate that the District will be under the red phase until December 1.
Time schedules for students in grades 7-12 have been discussed with the students, and teachers will communicate directly with the students concerning time periods that they will be required to be in attendance. Parents and students in grades K-6 will be notified by their teachers concerning their schedules.
Students needing a computer or hotspot to facilitate learning will be able to pick these items up at the school beginning on Monday, November 9 at 10:00 a.m. Parents were asked earlier in the school year to notify the school in advance if they needed a computer or hotspot in the case that the District went into remote learning. In addition, teachers have recently asked for students in need of a computer or hotspot and that information has been shared with us.
Learning packets for elementary grades will be delivered on Monday, November 9. Those packets will need to be completed and ready for pickup on Thursday, November 12 at which time they will receive materials for the following week.
Lunches will be delivered starting on Monday, November 9. Lunches are free, however, parents need to call the school office before 9 a.m. to reserve your lunches.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact your student’s teachers by email or class dojo.
Thank you for your patience and understanding and have a good evening.