April 28, 2026
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…
Read MoreFebruary 11, 2026
Your Douglas County Health Department wants to better understand what you know, think, and experience when it comes to nicotine, vaping, and tobacco. Whether you’ve used these products, been impacted by them, or simply want…
Your Douglas County Health Department wants to better understand what you know, think, and experience…
Read MoreFebruary 6, 2026
When was the last time you thought about your heart health? It’s far more important than you may realize. Heart disease is the No. 1 overall cause of death for Americans, including Coloradans. The Douglas…
When was the last time you thought about your heart health? It’s far more important…
Read MoreJanuary 21, 2026
You’ve likely been hearing a lot in the news about fraud related to public assistance programs, such as food and childcare assistance. Keep reading to learn how Douglas County Human Services supports families in need,…
You’ve likely been hearing a lot in the news about fraud related to public assistance…
Read MoreJanuary 7, 2026
The Douglas County Department of Human Services is aware of recent questions regarding the status of federal funding for the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program and Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP). We want to…
The Douglas County Department of Human Services is aware of recent questions regarding the status of federal…
Read MoreNovember 12, 2025
Do you need a helping hand with the cost of heating? Douglas County residents who need help as cold weather approaches may apply for energy assistance through the State of Colorado’s Low-Income Energy Assistance Program…
Do you need a helping hand with the cost of heating? Douglas County residents who…
Read MoreNovember 5, 2025
In 2005, a group of visionary leaders asked a simple but powerful question: How can we better serve the children and families of Douglas County? From that conversation, the Youth Initiative was born. Since then,…
In 2005, a group of visionary leaders asked a simple but powerful question: How can…
Read MoreOctober 20, 2025
A new program in Douglas County is turning childcare into connection by bringing together older adults and preschoolers to share stories, skills and smiles. Highlands Ranch Community Association (HRCA) has teamed up with Douglas County…
A new program in Douglas County is turning childcare into connection by bringing together older…
Read MoreAugust 22, 2025
Join Douglas County Health Department on Thursday, Sept. 4, from 4 to 6 p.m. for a Community Open House offering a variety of resources for every member of the family! Douglas County Health Department is…
Join Douglas County Health Department on Thursday, Sept. 4, from 4 to 6 p.m. for…
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