Fraud Investigation
Fraud occurs when a participant knowingly and willfully provides false information about his/her circumstance. Fraud also occurs when a participant intentionally fails to report changes in his/her circumstance in a timely manner in order to receive benefits for which he/she is not eligible.
Fraud Hotline - (970) 256-2421
(message only line)
Programs in Which Fraud May Be Investigated:
- Food Assistance
- Cash Assistance Programs
- Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
- Medicaid
- Child Care Assistance
- Adoption Subsidy
Unemployment Fraud is handled through the Colorado Department of Labor & Employment
Online Unemployment Fraud Form
Phone: 303-318-8000
Penalties For Committing Fraud
- Criminal Prosecution (including court ordered fines, fees, etc)
- Intentional Program Violation (IPV)
- Repayment of Benefits
- Program Disqualifications
Fraud Mythbusters
Additional Information
Important Numbers - Assistance Programs
Department of Human Services Main Line (970) 241-8480 |
Parent Help Line (800) 244-5373 |
Adult Protective Services (970) 248-2888 |
Welfare Fraud Hotline (970) 256-2421 |
Area Agency on Aging (970) 248-2717 |
Western Colorado 211 2-1-1 or (970) 244-8400 |
Assistance Programs - Fax Number (970) 248-2849 |
Workforce Center (970) 248-0871 |
Child Support (970) 248-2780 |
Veterans Office (970) 248-2733 |