Offering a hand-up out of crisis

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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. 

Enrollment FAQs

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)

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

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.

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.

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 Clients

Meet Our

Case Management Team

Katie Azofeifa, Client Services Assistant at Tri-Lakes Cares

Katie Azofeifa

Client Services Assistant
(719) 370-1211
Intake@Tri-LakesCares.org

Rachael Collins, Case Manager Tri-Lakes Cares

Rachael Collins

Current Clients, Last Name A – I
(719) 370-1310
RachaelC@Tri-LakesCares.org

Jessica Garrison, Case Manager at Tri-Lakes Cares

Jessica Garrison

Current Clients, Last Name J – Z
(719) 370-1323
JessicaG@Tri-LakesCares.org

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Help our TLC Neighbors this Holiday Season

Please consider making a generous year-end gift to support Tri-Lakes neighbors in need this season. Your contribution will provide food for today and resources for a brighter tomorrow.