Two Dates for FREE Mobile COVID-19 Testing in District 5
Montclair Recreation Center
Friday, July 24 & Friday, July 31
9:00am-1:00pm
* Medical staff will administer tests on a first-come, first-served basis. They have approximately 125 tests and will close the site when those tests are administered. Our office has hired staff to assist with traffic mitigation, and DPD has prepared a traffic flow plan to help reduce the impact on the neighborhood.
Summer Updates to City & State Services
Things are changing day-to-day, as leaders use the most up to date data to make decisions about whether to reopen services, or keep services open. And as those decisions change, we try to anticipate the consequences of those decisions and support our community accordingly.
Here are links to information and resources regarding some of the services and support we have added this summer, and some of the ways we're working to better support the community as a result of feedback we've heard from you:
To locate local businesses that are open and operating during this time, head to www.WeAreOpenDenver.com.
City Council has added funds and changed qualification requirements to our Temporary Rental and Utility Assistance (TRUA) Programto better serve the community. Find out more here.
City Council has worked in partnership with the Mayor's Office and several community service providers to create and fund the Left Behind Workers Fund, for those who do not qualify for Federal support. Find out more here.
The City of Denver has also created a temporary Mortgage Assistance Fund, to support those who would qualify for the TRUA program but need assistance with their mortgages. Find out more here.
The City of Denver has created the Nonprofit Emergency Relief Fund to help assist nonprofit organizations that are struggling during this time through minigrants. The program is temporarily on hold due to administrative issues but you can find out more here.
The City of Denver is providing free COVID-19 drive-through testing for all Denver residents at the Pepsi Center. It is open daily at 8 am and closes either at 4:30 pm or after 2000 tests are administered, whichever comes first. You can preregister for a test by clicking here. Tests are sent to LabCore and usually take 3-5 days for results. Due to the rise in the number of tests, we hear that results are taking significantly longer and we are looking into this.
The State of Colorado has created its own Rental Assistance Program to assist landlords with supporting their residents who need help paying rent. Find out more here.
Support Information for Residents
For the most up-to-date information on support services offered by the City of Denver, please go to our COVID-19 response page or call 3-1-1. Here are some links that may also be helpful during this time:
Much of the economic recovery response for businesses is coming from a coordinated effort between the State and Federal governments, with additional support from the City. For the most up-to-date information on support services offered by the City of Denver, please go to our COVID-19 response page or call 3-1-1. Here are some additional links that may also be helpful during this time:
Most of the volunteer coordination for the COVID-19 relief effort in Colorado is being run by Mile High United Way. Please go to our COVID-19 response page or call 3-1-1 for additional information. Here are some links that may also be helpful during this time:
This is an extraordinary situation and you may be feeling like you need additional support. Please know that you’re not alone. If you need immediate assistance call 911, otherwise, here are additional resources to support your mental and emotional health:
Call 1-844-493-TALK (8255) to speak to a trained professional
Text TALK to 38255
Since You're at Home...Take the 2020 Census
Having an accurate understanding of Denver’s population and its diverse communities will help us plan for the next decade. You might find answering questions about yourself tedious or unimportant in these challenging times, but we want to know about you in order to secure you and your community adequate services in the future. As just one example, having an accurate census count ensures we get our full share of federal stimulus money - which is over $8000 per person.
