Health and Human Services Archives

Douglas County’s Care Compact helps individuals navigate mental health challenges, sets nationwide example

August 13, 2025

For individuals dealing with complex mental health, substance use and intellectual or developmental disabilities, compassionate and coordinated care can make all the difference. That’s where Douglas County’s Care Compact comes in. This unique program brings…

For individuals dealing with complex mental health, substance use and intellectual or developmental disabilities, compassionate…

Help us stock the new Douglas County Domestic Violence Safehouse. Donate today!

August 4, 2025

Did you know that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men report experiencing domestic violence in their lifetime? That’s why in November 2024, Douglas County purchased a facility to be used as a…

Did you know that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men report experiencing…

Join us in honoring and supporting older adults – our mentors, friends and community leaders.

May 14, 2025

Did you know that older adults make up Douglas County’s fastest-growing population? This vibrant community of adults over the age of 55 is not only the beloved heads of our families, they are also mentors,…

Did you know that older adults make up Douglas County’s fastest-growing population? This vibrant community…

5 tips to strengthen families during Child Abuse Prevention Month in April 2025

April 15, 2025

Did you know that one in seven children in the United States will experience child abuse or neglect each year (according to the Colorado Department of Human Services)? Unfortunately, child abuse can happen in any…

Did you know that one in seven children in the United States will experience child…

Providing a place to heal, new partnership increases support for survivors of domestic violence

March 28, 2025

Did you know that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men report experiencing domestic violence in their lifetime? Douglas County’s Domestic Violence Needs Assessment survey, completed in June 2024, revealed that physical safety…

Did you know that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men report experiencing…

What you need to know about teens and vaping. Podcast sheds light on vital health topic for parents.

March 13, 2025

Did you know that vaping use among teens is nearly twice as high in Douglas County compared to the rest of the country? According to the Centers for Disease Control, e-cigarette and vaping use among…

Did you know that vaping use among teens is nearly twice as high in Douglas…

Expanding your access, new Douglas County Human Services office location opens in Highlands Ranch

February 26, 2025

We all need a helping hand sometimes, offering that help and connection to resources is the mission of Douglas County Human Services. To ensure greater access to services, a new Human Services office location is…

We all need a helping hand sometimes, offering that help and connection to resources is…

Spare yourself a painful illness, learn about shingles prevention

February 24, 2025

You’ve heard of shingles, but do you know how common this painful illness is? One in 3 adults in the US will develop shingles (herpes zoster) during their lifetimes. This viral infection causes a painful,…

You’ve heard of shingles, but do you know how common this painful illness is? One…

Citizen-approved funding in 22nd year of supporting those with disabilities in 2024

December 10, 2024

Pictured: 2024-25 grant recipients with the Board of Douglas County Commissioners As a result of the 2001 voter-approved Douglas County Developmental Disabilities Mill Levy, more than $6.3 million has now been awarded to organizations delivering…

Pictured: 2024-25 grant recipients with the Board of Douglas County Commissioners As a result of…

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