Thornton
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Local offices in Thornton
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · City office
Community Connections
9471 Dorothy Blvd., Thornton, CO 80229
Help here
- Community resource referralsStaff help residents find food, clothing, shelter, employment, and social support in the community.
- Water bill assistanceEligible Thornton water customers can apply for a credit to help pay their water bill.Apply onlineRead more
- Energy bill assistanceStaff help residents find programs that may help with past-due energy bills.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on thorntonco.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
Maiker Housing Partners
Help here
- Affordable housing and rental assistanceMaiker provides affordable housing and administers rental assistance programs for eligible Adams County residents.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on maikerhp.org
Local office · City office
City's Main Phone Line
9500 Civic Center Drive, Thornton, CO 80229
Help here
- City information and assistanceResidents can call the city for help finding the right department or service.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on thorntonco.gov
Older adults · City office
Thornton Active Adult Center
11181 Colorado Blvd., Thornton, CO 80233
Help here
- Senior programs and servicesOlder adults can visit for city programs and connect with services for seniors.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on thorntonco.gov
Library · Regional office
Anythink Libraries
9417 Huron St., Thornton, CO 80260
Help here
- Library servicesResidents can use library materials, computers, and learning programs at Anythink branches serving Adams County.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on anythinklibraries.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Parks, Recreation and Community Programs
11151 Colorado Blvd., Thornton, CO 80233
Help here
- Recreation programs and facilitiesResidents can take part in city recreation programs and use recreation facilities and pools.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on thorntonco.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Thornton
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Food Bank of the Rockies
20600 East 38th Avenue, Aurora, CO 80011
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Colorado Legal Services
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Adams County Human Services Department
11860 Pecos St., Westminster, CO 80234
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Adams County
Thornton is in Adams County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Adams County Human Services
11860 Pecos St., Suite 2200, Westminster, CO 80234
Help here
- Food, cash, and medical assistanceGet help applying for SNAP, cash assistance, and Medicaid.Apply online
- Child care assistanceGet information and help with child care assistance.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on adamscountyco.gov
Public health · County office
Adams County Health Department WIC
7190 Colorado Blvd., Suite 200, Commerce City, CO 80022
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportWIC offers eligible families food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on adamscountyhealthdepartment.org
Child support · County office
Adams County Child Support Services
11860 Pecos St., Westminster, CO 80234
Help here
- Child support servicesApply for help establishing, changing, or enforcing a child support order.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on adamscountyco.gov
Local office · Regional office
2-1-1 Colorado
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 2-1-1 to find local help with food, housing, bills, health care, jobs, and other needs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211colorado.org
Public health · County office
Adams County Health Department
4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Brighton, CO 80601
Help here
- Public health servicesContact the department to find public health services and information for Adams County.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on adamscountyhealthdepartment.org
Courts and legal help · State office
Adams County Court Resource Center
1100 Judicial Center Dr., Brighton, CO 80601
Help here
- Court self-helpGet help finding court forms and information for people representing themselves.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on coloradojudicial.gov
Colorado programs by kind of help
These are run by Colorado and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- 211 Colorado
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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