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Life Can Be a Rollercoaster

It's Okay to Say You are Not Okay

From a lost job to an unexpected medical bill, sometimes life can throw you a curveball. Whether it’s affording rent, securing nourishing meals, or obtaining essential medications, we are here to help secure basic life necessities for those that find themselves struggling.

What We Offer

Helping you avoid crises

At TLC, we are dedicated to providing you a hand-up during challenging times. We also help you navigate your life circumstances, empowering you to create a plan for a brighter future.

Food For
All

Food For All

From produce, canned goods, and other household needs- just like your supermarket

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Housing Helping Hand

Preventing homelessness through housing and utility assistance

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Keep It
Moving

Keep It Moving

Helping You Get from Point A to B with car repairs and routine maintenance

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Health
Connection

Health Connection

From a visit with our neighborhood nurse to navigating medical bills

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Other
Support

Other Support

Providing a bit of relief through school supplies, holiday gifts, and more!

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Enrollment FAQs

Am I in Your Service Area?

We provide food to anyone regardless of where you live. For financial assistance, we serve residents of northern El Paso County in the following zip codes:

- Monument (80132)

- Palmer Lake (80133)

- Gleneagle/Northern Colorado Springs (80921)

- Air Force Academy (80840)

- Portions of Black Forest (80908)

Do I Make Too Much Money?

Eligibility for financial assistance is based on household income. If your income is within the guidelines, you may be eligible for financial assistance. We use a variety of funding sources and assistance may vary based on these guidelines. Assistance made varies by individual and/or family unit, based on circumstances. Need and eligibility is assessed on a case-by-case basis by Case Managers.

Eligibility guidelines for Tri-Lakes Cares

What Documentation Do I Need?

Proof of residence: Lease/rental agreement, mortgage statement, and/or utility bill in your name or name of someone living in your household.

Proof of identification: For everyone living in your household – Photo ID for all adults, 18 or older.

As of 1/1/2024: For children ages 0-17, a birth certificate is required. If parent or caregiver cannot provide birth certificate, than alternate documents may be provided such as proof of school enrollment, passport, written note from child’s physician, Power of Attorney or proof of guardianship. Please contact your Case Manager if you have questions.

Proof of income: (for all wage earners in the household, age 18 or older): This may include most recent paycheck stubs (past 30 days), proof of unemployment, Social Security award letters, child support verification, and any additional documents.

How Do I Enroll?

The first step is registering here and providing the necessary paperwork. Need help? You can reach out to our Client Services Assistant at 719-370-1211. Our service hours are Tuesday and Thursday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m.

How Do I Get to Tri-Lakes Cares?

We are located in the heart of downtown Monument, Colorado. Our address is 235 N. Jefferson Street.

Food for All

Come Shop the Market at No Cost

Enroll now to shop once a week for fresh produce, bread, dairy, meat, grains, and household supplies to supplement your needs! Meet our team during Market hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 11 am to 1 pm or 4 to 6 pm and you can learn about other programs and services available.

Hear from our Neighbors

In July 2020, a horrible life-changing car accident, no fault of my own; changed everything and we were now in a new place of struggle we had never been before. We called Tri-Lakes Cares, living in Monument and just needing groceries or so we thought. Our lives were incredibly blessed when Tri-Lakes Cares not only gave us healthy quality fresh groceries but saved our home by paying our rent and utilities at a time when we were relying on only our faith to get us thru. Tri-Lakes Cares Staff and volunteers blessed our family by treating us with dignity and respect at a time when we were vulnerable and unsure of the future. Today, almost 2 years later, our family is actively involved as volunteers for TLC. We deeply care for the organization and its cause.