Housing & shelter

Eviction Prevention Assistance - Before Court Summons

Provides emergency financial assistance through a monthly random selection process for households with qualifying eviction documents, including those in the early stages of the eviction process. Assistance may include past-due rent, future rent, eligible fees, and relocation costs when necessary to prevent displacement. Services: Eviction Prevention Assistance, Rent Payment Assistance, Specialized Information and Referral

Address

1600 N Downing St, Ste 600, Denver, CO 80218

Hours

October 13th, 2026, Tuesday, 10 a.m. - October 15th, 2026, Thursday, 5 p.m. (Monthly Pre-Application Window); Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. (Administrative Hours); Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (CARE Center Hours)

Who can use it

Applicants must: Be in the early stages of the eviction process Be aged 18 years and older Have a household income at or below 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI) Be at risk of eviction or displacement Have one of the following active eviction documents: Demand for Rent Mediation documentation Payment plan documentation established under House Bill 25-1168 Court summons Eviction notice Stipulation agreement Writ of restitution Sheriff's notice Have established residency at the rental property before applying Have made at least one rent payment Not have received Emergency Rental Assistance Program assistance from any Colorado Emergency Rental Assistance Program agency within the previous 24 months Not have exceeded the program maximum of seven months of assistance or $10,000 in prior assistance Additional eligibility requirements may apply.

Phone

(303) 838-1200

Website

https://doh.test.colorado.gov/monthly-random-selection-information

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