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Find health benefits, energy assistance, banking, and other resources you may be eligible for.
Colorado Peak
Use PEAK to apply for or manage your medical, SNAP, cash, or other State of Colorado benefits. The Colorado Program Eligibility and Application Kit (PEAK) has everything you need to learn about public assistance programs, complete an application, and manage your benefits online.
As long as you have internet access on a smartphone, tablet, or computer, you can connect to PEAK 24 hours a day, seven days a week! Plus, PEAK is safe and secure and will not share your personal information.
Colorado PEAK is the place to apply for and manage benefits online.
My Friend Ben
My Friend Ben quickly calculates the dollar value of your entitled benefits and the time it takes to enroll.
In 6 minutes, MyFriendBen checks your eligibility for 50+ government benefits and tax credits. Your personalized report tells you the cash value of each program and how long it takes to apply so you can quickly make a plan and get started. MyFriendBen is fast, free, and anonymous.
Bank On COLORADO
Bank On’s goal is to ensure everyone has access to a safe and affordable bank or credit union account.
Six percent of Coloradans are unbanked, which is higher than the national average. With a bank account, it is easier for families to make basic financial transactions and to build savings.
By partnering with local banks and credit unions, Bank On Colorado provides a list of low-cost or no-cost bank accounts that are accessible to everyone. You can use this tool to get connected to banking services.
Energy AssistAnce
Save on heating and energy costs.
The Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) helps low-income households pay for winter home heating costs with cash assistance. The program runs from November through April each year.
mEDICAID
re-enrollment
rEADY TO RENEW YOUR MEDICAID COVERAGE?
Avoid an interruption in your access to medical services, and find your renewal date in the Health First Colorado app or on the Colorado Peak website.
You can visit the Health First Colorado website for more information about your coverage and benefits.
To get free help enrolling in Connect for Health Colorado marketplace coverage, contact a certified Enrollment Assister online or by calling 855-752-6749. TTY: 855-346-3432.
To get free help filling out an application for Health First Colorado or CHP+ coverage or to learn about other coverage options, contact a Certified Application Assistance Site.
Famli
Colorado’s Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program.
The FAMLI program ensures Colorado workers have access to paid leave to take care of themselves or their family during life circumstances that pull them away from their jobs — like growing their family or taking care of a loved one with a serious health condition.
Eligible employees can receive up to twelve weeks of leave per year. Those who experience pregnancy or childbirth complications may receive an additional four weeks.
Student Loan Repayment
Student loan borrowers can visit the Federal Student Aid website for information and resources about student loan repayment, including income-driven repayment options and forgiveness programs.
The Colorado Attorney General’s Student Loan Ombudsperson may also be able to help borrowers navigate the student loan repayment process. The Ombudsperson is responsible for receiving, reviewing, and attempting to resolve student loan borrower complaints. Borrowers having problems with their student loans can file a complaint with the student loan ombudsperson on this webpage or send an email to studentloans@coag.gov.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's Your Money, Your Goals website serves as a valuable resource with toolkits and information to help organizations support individuals in having informed discussions about financial matters. The Consumer Resources page provides information for individuals to make informed financial decisions.
Financial counseling equips families with essential tools and resources, fostering a better understanding of budgeting, saving, and debt management.
The services extend beyond information dissemination. The bureau assists low-income families in defining and attaining financial objectives, such as establishing emergency funds, improving credit scores, and accessing affordable financial products and services. They aim to enhance financial literacy through personalized guidance, enabling families to make informed decisions and work towards sustainable financial stability.
