Adult Services - Department of Human Services - Mesa County, Colorado

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510 29 1/2 Road

Department 5035
P.O. Box 20,000
Grand Junction, CO 81502-5001

(970) 241-8480

Adult Services


Adult Protection (AP) connects an“at risk” adult with services and resources. An “at risk “ adult is defined as an individual 18 years of age or older who is susceptible to mistreatment or self-neglect.		Access Aging and Disability Resources in Colorado from the Colorado 2-1-1 website.


The Area Agency on Aging (AAA) plans, coordinates and offers services that help older adults remain in their home.Services such as Meals-on-Wheels, homemaker assistance and other programs to make independent living a viable option.		Bridges provides care consulting services to clients over 18 years of age to assist them in the assessment and coordination of their needs.


"Financial assistance is available for low-income elderly or disabled persons that meet the specific program eligibility requirements.		This is your one stop shop for help with long term care resources for individuals over the age of 18 and in need of long term care services.


The Mesa County Workforce Center ensures that all eligible veterans are provided with maximum employment and training opportunities, with priority given to disabled veterans and campaign veterans.

Important Numbers - Main

Department of Human Services Main Line (970) 241-8480	LEAP (970) 244-8400
Adult Protective Services (970) 248-2888	Parent Help Line (800) 244-5373
Area Agency on Aging (970) 248-2717	Public Relations/Media Inquiries (970) 256-2453
Assistance Programs - Fax Number (970) 248-2849	Welfare Fraud Hotline (970) 256-2421
Mesa County Child Protection Hotline (970) 242-1211 Colorado State Child Protection Hotline 1 844 CO-4-KIDS	Western Colorado 211 2-1-1 or (970) 244-8400
Foster Parent Info Line (970) 248-2794	Workforce Center (970) 248-0871

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