Explore the Support Around You

Where for Care

Pain & Neurological Symptoms

This video is part of our “Where for Care” series. Learn with Redford in this video as he shows you where you should go for care when you have different types of pain and neurological symptoms.

Respiratory & Abdominal Symptoms

This video is part of our “Where for Care” series. Learn with Redford in this video as he shows you where you should go for care when you have different types of respiratory and abdominal symptoms.

Skin & Skeletal Symptoms

This video is part of our “Where for Care” series. Learn with Redford in this video as he shows you where you should go for care when you have different types of skin and skeletal symptoms.

24/7 & Telehealth

This video is a part of our “Where for Care” series. Learn with Redford about your 24/7 and Telehealth options for care.

Insurance 101

Open Enrollment

This video is part of our Insurance 101 series. Learn about open enrollment, and what you should think about to prepare for this important time period.

Shopping for a Health Plan

This video is part of our Insurance 101 series. Learn what information you should consider when shopping for an insurance plan to help you find the best fit for you.

Benefit Grid

This video is part of our Insurance 101 series. Learn how to read and understand the benefit grid of your insurance plan.

Preventive Care

This video is part of our Insurance 101 video series. It describes the components of, and what to expect from, preventive care visits.

What is an EOB?

This video is part of our Insurance 101 series. Learn what an explanation of benefits (EOB) is, why it’s important, and how to read it.

Regular Office Visit

Part of our Insurance 101 video series. It describes the components of, and what to expect from, a regular office visit with your primary care provider.

Deductibles, Copays, Coinsurance, and Out of Pocket Maximums

This video is part of our Insurance 101 series. It defines deductibles, copays, coinsurance, and out-of-pocket maximums. Learn more about how to navigate each aspect of your insurance plan design to be cost-efficient.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Medicare Plans

This video is part of our Insurance 101 series. Learn the differences and benefits to the different Medicare, Medicare Advantage and Medigap plans.

Health Insurance for College Kids

This video is part of our Insurance 101 series. It explores healthcare and insurance options for college-bound students and their families.

Benefits of Having a Medical Home

This video is part of our Insurance 101 series. Learn the benefits of having a primary care doctor.

Where to go for Care

This video is part of our Insurance 101 series. It explores where you should go for care when you need it.

Mesa County RSVP and SHIP

The State Health Insurance Assistance Program (or SHIP) helps Medicare enrollees navigate the Medicare system and provides free, unbiased and individualized information. Mesa County RSVP’s SHIP volunteer counselors do not sell insurance plans and are not compensated in any way.

Hilltop Health Access

Hilltop’s Health Access can help you and your family enroll on marketplace insurance (Connect for Health Colorado), Medicaid, Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+), and other government health programs. Not sure if you qualify? They can help you find out and walk you through every step. Free help, no pressure, just answers.

Employment and Education

Mesa County Workforce Center

A service of Mesa County. Provides no-cost assessments, workshops, recruitment assistance, business services, education, training and resources for job seekers and businesses.

Business Incubator Center

The Business Incubator Center (BIC), a globally recognized non-profit, fosters economic growth in Mesa County by providing comprehensive support to startups and existing businesses, resulting in significant job creation, revenue generation, and community investment over its decades of operation.

Adult Learning Center

The Adult Learning Center at Mesa County Libraries offers free, intensive English and GED classes, with Spring 2025 enrollment closed and Fall 2025 registration opening in June, while also working to expand less-intensive learning options.

Grand Valley Connects

A free program for eligible Mesa County citizens with unmet life needs such as childcare needs, behavioral health concerns, food needs, medical health coverage, disability services, veteran services, and help with utilities to find the services they need.

211 Colorado

211 Colorado provides a confidential, multilingual, statewide service that simplifies access to essential community resources like shelter, childcare, and financial assistance through a single, easy-to-use phone number.

Family and Child Services

Hilltop Family Community Resources

This comprehensive program offers free, holistic support for families and youth, encompassing prenatal care, basic needs assistance, individualized home visits, developmental screenings, goal setting, mentoring, healthcare referrals, parenting education, wraparound services, and crisis intervention, all aimed at fostering family well-being.

B4 Babies & Beyond

A free program that helps families access affordable, quality health care through confidential assistance with all paperwork. They also provide assistance setting up appointments, getting transportation to and from appointments, translation services, as well as education and support on nutrition, growth and development, healthy lifestyles, and the Baby & Me Tobacco Free program.

STRiVE – People Supporting People

STRiVE offers customized, comprehensive services for individuals with developmental disabilities across all ages, from infants and toddlers to adults, and provides support to their families, aiming to maximize their potential and independence.

211 Colorado

211 Colorado provides a confidential, multilingual, statewide service that simplifies access to essential community resources like shelter, childcare, and financial assistance through a single, easy-to-use phone number.

WIC

A free program for eligible pregnant and postpartum parents as well as families with children under age 5 to help educate parents on healthy diets, healthy pregnancies, successful breastfeeding, and overall provides support and inspiration to raise healthy kids.

Grand Valley Connects

A free program for eligible Mesa County citizens with unmet life needs such as childcare needs, behavioral health concerns, food needs, medical health coverage, disability services, veteran services, and help with utilities to find the services they need.

SimpliFed

The go-to virtual lactation and baby feeding support provider to provide breastfeeding mothers with advice and guidance on breast pump usage, tips on expressing milk and establishing a good latch, tracking milk supply, advising on safe use, and more.

Nurse-Family Partnership

A free program for eligible first-time parents where specially trained Registered Nurses will come to the parents’ home or location of choice to educate about prenatal, postpartum, and childcare topics.

Mental Health Resources – Find the Right Fit

Mesa County Public Health provides a comprehensive guide to finding appropriate mental health support, emphasizing that help is available for diverse needs and situations, even without a diagnosis. Key resources highlighted include immediate crisis support, ongoing struggle support, susbtance use concerns, and finding ways to support loved ones.

Food Assistance

211 Colorado

211 Colorado provides a confidential, multilingual, statewide service that simplifies access to essential community resources like shelter, childcare, and financial assistance through a single, easy-to-use phone number.

Community Food Bank of Grand Junction

This food bank provides appointment-only food assistance, requiring new clients to register in person or by phone, and limits service to 24 visits per year, with specific public pantry hours and appointment policies.

Food Bank of the Rockies

Food Bank of the Rockies combats hunger across Colorado and Wyoming by distributing food and necessities through a network of partner agencies, emphasizing equitable access to nourishment and utilizing an online pantry locator to connect individuals with nearby food distribution sites, rather than providing direct pick-up at their centers.

Grand Valley Catholic Outreach

Grand Valley Catholic Outreach offers inclusive, non-discriminatory services, including housing support, emergency aid, and food assistance, inviting community collaboration to serve those in need.

Housing and Shelter

211 Colorado

211 Colorado provides a confidential, multilingual, statewide service that simplifies access to essential community resources like shelter, childcare, and financial assistance through a single, easy-to-use phone number.

Grand Valley Catholic Outreach

Grand Valley Catholic Outreach offers inclusive, non-discriminatory services, including housing support, emergency aid, and food assistance, inviting community collaboration to serve those in need.

Housing Resources of Western Colorado

Housing Resources of Western Colorado provides services to renters, homebuyers, and homeowners on the Western Slope. These services include, but are not limited to, navigating rental searches, helping prepare for homeownership, and managing the challenges of homeownership.

The Joseph Center

The Joseph Center is a resource center that provides multiple services to the unhoused and vulnerable populations including, but not limited to, a day shelter for personal care, parental advocacy for help with legal matters, and integrated financial services for assistance in managing Social Security and VA benefits.

Homeless Veteran Care

Homeless Veteran Care is a program provided through the VA to help Veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless due to financial hardship, unemployment, addiction, depression, or transition from jail.

Homeward Bound

Homeward Bound offers shelter for vulnerable single adults, families with children, people with disabilities, and military veterans. They also offer onsite health care and vocational training as well as free access to necessities like blankets, clothing, and toiletries.

Transportation

Grand Valley Transit

Grand Valley Transit is the local public transportation program that accepts cash or bus pass. Grand Valley Transit (GVT) offers both fixed-route services offering eleven routes connecting the City of Grand Junction, City of Fruita, Town of Palisade, and parts unincorporated Mesa County within the metro area as well as Paratransit service for people with mental and physical disabilities who are unable to utilize GVT fixed route system.

Non-Emergent Medical Transportation

Program offered through Health First Colorado for transporting people to their covered health care services and appointments. A caretaker or family member can accompany the patient if requested at time of ride scheduling.

Wellness Programs

Parkinson’s Program

A 4-week exercise program offered through the Physical Therapy and Specialty Center. It is designed to help people with Parkinson’s move and function easier. With ongoing assistance options after the original course.

Body Composition scan Analysis

Through Primary Care Partners, people can get a full picture of their body composition. A DEXA scan is done to accurately show the body fat, muscle mass, and bone density percentages in each person. A dietician is also available to review the results to discuss a more personalized nutrition plan.

Family Health West Wellness

Programs offered to go beyond the benefits of a personal trainer with nutritional coaching, private and small group exercise classes, and hands-on training from experienced exercise physiologists.

WeCan!

A free program with weekly engagement to help children ages 6 to 18 and their caregivers with healthy lifestyle management to reach and maintain a healthy weight.