COVID-19 Resources • Southwest Conservation Corps
Colorado Resources
Below is a list of resources specific to our Southwest Conservation Corps offices based out of Durango and Salida. For members and interns affected by COVID-19 changes including remote work, suspensions, season postponements, and exits, hopefully this resource can assist during these unprecedented times.
Please don't hesitate to reach out to program staff with questions - we are here to help!
This is not an endorsement by SCC or Conservation Legacy. This is meant only as a source of further information for members and interns affected by COVID-19.
STATEWIDE
| Need | Resources | Updates | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment | Website | Colorado call line for general COVID-19 questions: 303.389.1687 or 1.877.462.2911 |
| COVID-19 Information and Resources | COVID-19 Resources | Resources organized by community, food assistance, unemployment, and more. Dial 211 to learn more about the situation and about what resources are available across the state. |
| Colorado Dept. of Education | Website | School resources |
| Colorado state-specific information on COVID-19 | Website | Regularly updated with new information about the spread of COVID-19 in CO. |
| Free or Low-Cost Internet | Website | Some Internet Service Providers have responded with new or improved discount broadband plans that will only be available for a short time; others continue to offer plans that were created prior to the crisis. |
| Southwest Colorado Disaster Assistance | Website | This website and group was used during the 416 fire, but now they are focusing on helping people during COVID-19. People can apply for assistance through the website. |
DURANGO
| Need | Resources | Updates | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Durango Mutual Aid | Relief Form | Fill out this document to request assistance or sign up to volunteer |
| Durango Food Bank | Food bank Facebook page | Distributing food to any resident in need through a Drive-Up format on Tuesdays from 10-3. You do not need any paperwork to receive food. "The line may be long, but we are streamlining the process to ensure vehicles move through the line as quickly as possible." |
| Free hot meal | Manna Kitchen Facebook Page | Manna Soup Kitchen serves free hot meals 9am-11am. Located at 1100 Avenida del Sol. |
| Emergency Housing | (970) 259-1086 | Call this number to reach Housing Solutions of SW Colorado: receive assistance with utility payment vouchers, emergency housing bridge funds, temporary housing |
| DGO Volunteer FB Group | Facebook Page | Facebook group with listings of way to help and volunteer locally |
| Stand Together Durango FB Group | Facebook Group | Community group intended to disseminate information and support to community members |
| NextDoor app | Website | Sign up for your local neighborhood NextDoor to see more specific local resources and ways to help |
| DGO Farmers Market | Facebook Page | Still open and operating, with extra precautions in place. Get fresh local fruits and veggies. Support local farmers! |
| COVID-19 Video Series | Website | The City of Durango will broadcast a Community Update video series about recent changes in our region due to COVID-19 |
SALIDA
| Need | Resources | Updates | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| COVID-19 Info in Salida | City of Salida Website | COVID-19 info, latest info from Chaffee County Health Dept., emergency relief fund |
| Chaffee Resources | Website | Health & Wellness Resources |
| Salida Food Pantries | Website | A comprehensive list of food assistance programs in Salida. Food pantries and subsidized groceries |
| Chaffee County Public Health | Website | Public health orders, Stay at Home FAQs, and other resources |
| Chaffee County's COVID-19 page | Facebook Page | The most up to date information regarding the outbreak across the county |
| People Helping People - Chaffee County | Facebook Page | Not COVID-19 specific, but a mutual aid page to offer or ask for assistance in the community |
| Drive-Up COVID-19 Testing in Salida | Article | Beginning March 21, 2020, the test site will be at 10165 County Road 120 in Salida and will be supported by members of the Colorado National Guard and Chaffee County Public Health. |
