Adult Resources
Programs, agencies, and partners that serve adults with IDD across the Pikes Peak region. Organized the way adults and their families actually search — by what you need, not by funding stream.
Please note that The Arc Pikes Peak Region does not guarantee the quality of services provided by these organizations. Inclusion on this list is not an endorsement but a way to connect our community with available support. These resources are listed alphabetically in their respective categories, and do not reflect favoritism.
If you know of a resource that should be added, please reach out to Communications Manager, Morgan Wiese, at [email protected]
Employment & Day Programs
Supported employment, job coaching, and meaningful day programs.
Colorado Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)
Free job-placement support, on-the-job training, assistive technology, and individualized plans for employment.
Goodwill of Colorado — Career Services
Workforce readiness, career counseling, and paid on-the-job training.
The Resource Exchange — Adult Services
Case management for Medicaid-funded adult waiver services including employment and day programs.
Intelligent — College Planning Guide
Comprehensive college planning guide for students with learning disabilities — admissions, accommodations, and campus resources.
Housing & Residential
Host-home, group residential services, supported-living, and rental assistance.
The Resource Exchange — Residential Supports
Host homes, group residential services, and supported living.
Special Kids Special Families — Neighborhoods
Small residential homes in El Paso County for adults with IDD.
Colorado Housing Connects
Free statewide housing hotline covering rental, homeownership, and tenant rights.
Benefits & Financial
SSI, SSDI, Medicaid waivers, ABLE accounts, and benefits planning.
Social Security Administration
File for SSI, SSDI, and Medicaid. Colorado Springs field office supports local applications.
Colorado ABLE
Tax-advantaged savings accounts for people with disabilities — up to $18,000 per year without affecting benefits.
The Arc PPR — Pooled Income Trust
Community-pooled trust that protects Medicaid eligibility while letting you use income for quality-of-life expenses.
Department of Health Care Policy & Financing
Colorado’s Division of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities — administers Medicaid waivers and long-term services.
Medicare State Eligibility Guide
State-specific Medicare enrollment dates, eligibility criteria, and supplemental plan information.
Financial Resources for Students with Disabilities
Curated guide to financial resources, discounts, savings opportunities, and travel tips for students with disabilities.
Legal & Advocacy
Guardianship alternatives, legal aid, and advocacy organizations.
The Arc PPR — Guardianship Program
Supported decision-making, self-guardianship packets, and court-appointed guardianship when needed.
Disability Law Colorado
Colorado’s federally-designated Protection & Advocacy agency.
Colorado Legal Services — Colorado Springs
Free civil legal aid for low-income adults — housing, benefits, consumer matters.
Government/Legislative Updates — Arc of Colorado
Arc of Colorado legislation tracker — stay current on state bills and policy actions affecting people with IDD.
Healthcare & Mental Health
Clinics, behavioral-health providers, and care coordination familiar with IDD.
Peak Vista Community Health Centers
FQHC network — sliding-fee medical, dental, and behavioral health.
Rocky Mountain Human Services
Adult Medicaid case management, behavioral health, and care coordination across Colorado.
JFK Partners at CU Anschutz
Interdisciplinary clinical care, education, research, and community partnerships for children, youth, and adults with IDD and special health care needs.
Dental Lifeline Network
Comprehensive dental care for adults with special needs through a nationwide network of volunteer dentists and laboratories.
Lineagen
Genetic testing services for individuals with developmental delay and autism spectrum disorder — accessible "no tears, no needles" cheek swab testing.
Transportation
Accessible transit, paratransit, and mobility training.
Mountain Metropolitan Mobility
ADA paratransit service within the Colorado Springs Mountain Metro service area.
Silver Key Senior Services
Non-emergency transportation for eligible adults, often extended to adults with IDD.
Community & Recreation
Peer groups, adaptive sports, and inclusive social activities.
Include U.S.A.
The Arc PPR’s self-advocacy group led by and for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The Arc of the United States
The Arc National’s website — your hub for government and legislative updates, blogs, and resources for people with IDD.
Autism Society of Colorado
Creates connections and empowers everyone in the autism community with the resources needed to live fully.
AAIDD
American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities — the oldest professional organization concerned with IDD.
The Independence Center
Information, resources, and support to help people with disabilities live independently in the community.
Aging & Caregivers
Long-term supports for adults aging in place and their caregivers.
Area Agency on Aging — Pikes Peak
Benefits, in-home services, and caregiver supports for older adults.
Safety & Crisis
Crisis lines, adult protective services, and safety resources.
Colorado Crisis Services
Free, confidential crisis support available 24/7 — call, text, or walk in.
El Paso County Adult Protection
Report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of at-risk adults.
Talk to a Resource Navigator
If you are overwhelmed by choices, let us help you find the right one. No cost, no appointment needed — just call or email.