Resources
Legal
Disability Justice
Disability Justice is a nonprofit civil rights organization. Their team of advocates, attorneys, and investigators forms Colorado’s Protection and Advocacy system.
Have a legal question involving disability or need guidance? Check out their "Know Your Rights" page for resources and guides on disability rights everywhere from school to home, work, and healthcare.
Transportation
RTD Access-a-Ride
Access-a-Ride is a paratransit system operating in most parts of Colorado which provides people with disabilities that prevent them from using regular fixed-route buses or light rails with accessible rides.
There is an application process required to qualify for Access-a-Ride which consists of a written application, a medical verification form to be completed by the licensed professional most knowledgeable about your condition, an In-person Interview, and a Transportation Assessment.
Tootl Transport
Tootl is an accessible transportation service in the Denver metro area that provides door-to-door, non-emergency transport for people with disabilities. Their main clientele is individuals using mobility devices, however the service is available to any disabled individual who may need it.
Tootl is available 24/7 365 days a year, and rides can be reserved the same day, in advance, or in a recurring manner. You can reserve rides online, over the phone, via email, and via fax. There is no application process, no waiting period, and no need for medical authorization.
Assistive Devices/ Mobility Aids
May We Help
May We Help is a volunteer-based organization that provides custom assistive devices for no cost. They specialize in devices that are not readily available in the marketplace and cater to individuals’ specific needs. There is a request form for specific equipment needs.
May We Help also holds adaptive equipment events where Physical Therapists are onsite to match and fit donated equipment and modifications experts help make in the moment modifications and/or repairs.
Mobility Plus Colorado
Mobility Plus specializes in mobility equipment sales, rentals, and maintenance. They offer everything from power chairs, to vehicle and stair lifts, to ramps and so much more for rental or purchase. They also offer installations and same-day delivery. Mobility Plus has two showroom locations in Colorado. Rentals can be reserved online for any of the products they offer.
Canine Partners of the Rockies
Canine Partners of the Rockies is a service dog training and partnership nonprofit, focusing on mobility service dogs. The organization has a personalized match process to ensure the service dogs meet each person’s specific needs, and they require no placement fee.
There is an application process consisting of an inquiry form, a phone interview, an application packet, a home interview/inspection, and an in-person interview. After one has been accepted for a dog placement, Canine Partners of the Rockies provides two weeks of team training to ensure candidates have the necessary knowledge to confidently care for their service animal.
Roll Mobility App
Roll mobility is a community-driven tool where individuals rate spaces’ accessibility, both general wheelchair accessibility and bathroom accessibility. There are ratings for restaurants, businesses, trails, parking spaces, and more. The Roll Mobility App is available for download on the Apple Store as well as Google Play.
Healthcare
Connect for Health Colorado
Connect for Health Colorado is an insurance marketplace catering to individuals in need of affordable health insurance. The organization offers an insurance plan comparison tool, ability to apply for financial assistance, and offers guidance on insurance plans by certified experts. Additionally, Connect for Health Colorado offers enrollment past the open enrollment period if there has been a significant life change. In order to apply for coverage, Connect for Health Colorado requires personal information such as tax documents, income sources, and social security numbers. Finally, Connect for Health Colorado also works with medicaid to ensure all options are available.
Start Your Recovery
Start Your Recovery is a central source of information and resources for people facing substance abuse issues as well as their loved ones. Their website includes information on signs and risk factors of risky use of substances, information on harm reduction/ overdose prevention, instructions and resources for forming a recovery plan, and a comprehensive search tool to find rehab centers, counseling resources, and support groups near you.
VA Disability Calculator
The VA Disability Calculator that makes it easy to:
- Estimate potential VA disability ratings,
- Understand how combined ratings work, and
- Access additional support if needed.
Advocacy
Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition
Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition is an advocacy organization run by people with disabilities whose work spans from individual and systemic advocacy, to grassroots organizing, litigation, and education. The coalition advocates with and on behalf of people who have any and all types of disabilities. As far as individual advocacy, the CCDC provides assistance with Medicaid systems, civil rights lawsuits, housing issues, work accommodations, and more.
Miscellaneous
Colorado Talking Book Library
Colorado Talking Book Library offers braille, large-print, and audio books that can be delivered to your home. The library also sends book players and optional headphones and breath switches to your home. They offer a wide catalog of books and will send recommendations based on your preferences. There is an application needed to qualify that requires the certification of a clinical worker or educator to verify eligibility.