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 WSN Eligibility Criteria

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  • Douglas County Residents

  • Women and children only

  • Valid, current ID

  • No active wants/warrants

  • No drug/alcohol use

  • No pets

  • Not fleeing from domestic violence

  • No significant untreated mental health concern

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Households who do not meet our eligibility criteria or who are unable to be served due to capacity are encouraged to call 211 or the Douglas County HEART program 303-660-7301 for assistance.

Applications are currently being accepted for the winter season. In 2022-2023, the Winter Shelter Network provides shelter for Douglas County women and children experiencing homelessness from January 2 through March 31. Guests stay at local churches that open up their facilities on a rotating basis. WSN is not an emergency shelter. Applications received before 2:00 pm on weekdays will be eligible for admission the following night. Applications received on weekends will be processed on the following Monday.
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