The Community Navigator – Family & Seniors position collaborates with city departments and external organizations to coordinate information and referral services, outreach, and programming to reach individuals and families in need of services and support within Commerce City. To provide individualized services/meetings, especially to the most vulnerable residents. 

Purpose

The Community Well-Being team strives to be a centralized resource for individuals, families, and seniors experiencing housing insecurities or who are at risk for homelessness. Upon referrals or direct requests, the Community Navigator for Family & Seniors is responsible for contacting the individual or family at risk for homelessness, learning about their situation, and finding resources that can help individuals/families avoid displacement.

Goals

• Build relationships and proactively work with individuals and families experiencing housing insecurities to avoid homelessness
• Act as an advocate for city residents to ensure safety, stability and community
• Partner with agencies, non-profits, and community organizations to meet the community's needs related to food, shelter, clothing
• Create and build a program unique to Commerce City to address low income needs and poverty

Resources 

Resources for seniors at risk of homelessness 

Resources for families

HS Community Resources | Adams County Government (adcogov.org)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does at-risk mean?

The state of not having stable or adequate living arrangements, especially due to risk of eviction or because one lives in unsafe or uninhabitable conditions.  

How can residents be eligible for these services? 

Commerce City residents are encouraged to contact the navigator to determine needs and eligibility for the services or programs.

What can the Community Navigator help with?
The Community Navigator assists city residents in connecting and accessing resources and services offered by government agencies, non-profits, and community organizations relating to food, clothing, and housing. The community navigator also serves as an advocate to ensure residents community and quality of life.