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This Blog 

 Since we opened our doors in 2005, the Father Ed Judy House has had the privilege of working with a remarkable group of families.  Their hard work, determination and resiliency has been inspirational. 

This blog is designed to be a support to our graduates as they regain their footing in the community and work to maintain their self-sufficiency. 

This blog aims to :

~ Post information that has been presented in Life Skills and Play Connection classes at the shelter, such as directions to a child-friendly activity: corn starch slop;

~ Post links to useful community resources such as the Denver Housing Authority;   

~ Post new opportunities and resources as we learn of them that may be useful to our alumni;

~ Post inspirational quotes and items that help nurture, support and celebrate our former clients.

  General Program Information The Father Ed Judy House is a semi-transitional housing program designed to help homeless women with children , the majority of which are also survivors of domestic violence,  find stable housing.   While our primary function is to help families find housing, we also provide other supportive services including: 

* Meals and Snacks

* Case Management

Program participants meet weekly with our case managers to locate housing resources, find child care, connect with benefits,   and  get help with other issues that families have identified as important.

* Family Advocates/Life Coaches

These staff meet with residents to do domestic violence safety planning, answer a variety of day-to-day questions and offer additional resources and support.  Coaches also help residents address their barriers to employment.

* GED opportunities

Program participants work one-on-one with GED tutors to meet their educational goals. 

* Life Skills Classes

Weekly classes offer a variety of self-sufficiency skills to families including,   effective communication, budgeting and financial literacy, job interviewing skills, and victim rights, to name a few. 

*Survive and Thrive Group

This weekly group is dedicated to promoting healthy relationships, providing education about domestic violence, parenting support and rebuilding self-esteem.

* Transportation

Bus tokens are available to program participants. 

* School-Aged Childrens Support Group

A weekly support group is  held for school-aged children. Topics include anger management, feelings, making positive decisions, and self-esteem. 

* Play Connection

Through the Play Connection group, mothers enhance the skills they already possess to learn new ways to engage their children in positive and educational play.   Curriculum focuses on the importance of play during times of transition and offers information on child development.

* Childcare Support

On-site childcare is provided during groups.  Volunteers work alongside our children’s coordinator to provide structured activities such as story time, homework help, outdoor play, and holiday celebrations. 

* Referrals to community resources

Staff is available 24 hours a day to provide links to community resources and emotional support. The Father Ed Judy House actively collaborates with many local nonprofit agencies to help our families access the services they need.

  Contact Us-

Please feel free to contact us at (303) 866-7641 for more information or leave us a message on the blog ~