If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
For all other help, call our 24/7 hotline at 719-486-3530 (press 1) or email us at help@advocatesoflakecounty.org.
Our Programs
Survivor Services
ALC’s advocates can help you navigate a dangerous relationship and recover from a sexual assault or other forms of violence. We provide support, resources, and shelter for survivors.
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Homelessness Services
If you’re a Lake County resident who is currently experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless, you may be eligible for homelessness services and support.
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Community Programs
With education, awareness, and resources for Lake County, we do more than solve problems. We work to prevent them from happening in the first place.
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Services
Turn to us for crisis support, shelter, emergency food, legal help, advocacy, referrals, information, and more.
Open and Accepting.
All are welcome, including women and men, people of all ages and income levels, people who are LBGTQ, and those who speak Spanish.
Resources
Learn more about domestic violence, sexual assault, the warning signs, and where to get help.
Recent News & Updates
ALC Retains Former Safehouse Property, Launches New Community Housing Initiative
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Advocates of Lake County Retains Former Safehouse Property, Launches New Community Housing Initiative Former shelter property to become Bridge House, supporting long-term housing stabilization while survivor services remain strong and accessible...
February 24, 2026, Declared ALC Day by Leadville Mayor Dana Greene
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Mayor Greene Issues Proclamation Celebrating 44 Years of Service by Advocates of Lake County Lake County, Colo., Feb. 24, 2026 - This year, the Advocates of Lake County (ALC) marks 44 years of service in our community – more than four decades of...
Facts and FAQs About ALC’s Safehouse Sale
In September 2025, Advocates of Lake County (ALC) publicly announced plans to sell our survivor safehouse. We did this through a press release that was sent to local organizational leaders and the Leadville Herald Democrat; it is also available on our website. You can...
We are so thankful to our funders!
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5th Judicial District’s Victim Assistance & Law Enforcement Board
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Anschutz Family Foundation
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AV Hunter Trust
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Chaffee County Community Foundation
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Colorado Association of Realtors
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Colorado Bar Association
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Colorado Domestic Violence Program
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Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA)
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Colorado Office for Victims Programs
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Colorado Trust
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Daniels Fund
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Department of Justice’s Office for Violence Against Women
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El Pomar Foundation
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Freeport McMoran
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Lake County Community Fund
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Mabel Y. Hughes Charitable Trust
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Rocky Mountain Health Foundation
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Summit Foundation
