Mobile outreach & Service hub

For resources and assistance regarding homelessness please call our crisis line at 970-773-7230

United Way of Mesa County, as part of the United to Solve Homelessness program, is committed to helping our community navigate towards housing stability.

Mobile Outreach

United Way of Mesa County regularly visits public parks and encampments to bring water, basic hygiene supplies and resource navigation to community members experiencing homelessness. The outreach team spends time with each individual learning about what resources they need and help make service appointments. Partner agencies frequently join the team for outreach including Hilltop Community Resources, the City of Grand Junction’s Neighbor 2 Neighbor program, Peer 180, Mutual Aid Partners and more. 

Service Hub

The Service Hub is designed build a roster of services from community providers to empower individuals on their path to housing stability. The hub operates primarily in partnership with Hilltop Community Resources but many other service providers host clinics, groups and workshops at a secondary location.

The Service Hub is primarily located within Hilltop Community Resources with a secondary location (Sunshine Community, 1321 Ute Avenue) for some services. Services are by appointment only with the exception of some larger clinics (bike repair, Street Dog Coalition). Please call 970-243-5364 to sign up for a service in advance. Below is a full list of services offered, be sure to check back regularly as new services are always being added. 

Other Direct Services & Locations:

MAP Distro Mutual Aid Partners (MAP) provides a weekly, free community choice food pantry, hygiene essentials, free haircuts, resource navigation and other services. Open to all members of the community, choice based allows for guests to access items individualized to them. This service takes place at 402 Grand Ave., (inside the Downtown Vineyard church gym). Please park and enter off 4th Street & Ouray Ave.

SNC Meal and Supplies Distro Saturdays from 4:00-5:00pm at 302 South Avenue. In addition to food resources community members can access supplies they may need.

Catholic Outreach Day Center (302 Pitkin Avenue)- Monday-Friday 7:00am-11:00am. 

Joseph Center Day Shelter (2511 Belford Ave. #B)- Tuesday-Friday 9:00am-1:00pm

Frequently asked questions about the service hub

How do I sign up for a service at the Service Hub?

Please call our United to Solve Homelessness Hotline at 970-773-7230 and our outreach coordinator can help you sign up for a service. 

No. The Service Hub provides a location for service providers in the community to meet with their clients and host group therapy and health clinics (Accudetox, basic dental checks).

Yes! Our Services and Outreach Coordinator refers clients out to many community partners based on their needs. Partners we work closely with include Hilltop Community Resources, Ava Health, Health Solutions West, Center for Independence and many more!

Sunshine Community is a partner of the Service Hub. The Service Hub and Sunshine Community share a building for some services, however they are separate organizations and have separate programs. Individuals who have been successfully engaging with the Service Hub may be referred to Sunshine Community. 

The Service Hub serves 15-20 clients monthly with a focus on quality service to each client. 

Services at the United Way Service Hub

Specialty Services

There are no specialty services scheduled at this time, but we always have regular services occuring at the times below.

On-Going Services

To learn more about a service provider please click on the organization’s name. Please note that some services require an appointment to access. 

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Peer Support

By appointment
Hard Beauty is offering peer support and recovery services. This service will take place at the United Way Service Hub. Please call 970-243-5364 to sign up for the service in advance, location will be disclosed upon sign up.

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Mutual Aid Partners (MAP) Office Hours

Weekly on Monday 10:00am-Noon
Mutual Aid Partners hosts weekly office hours for their clients. To make an appointment for this service please call MAP directly at 970-316-2019 About Mutual Aid Partners Weekly Distribution Event: Mutual Aid Partners (MAP) provides a weekly, free community choice food pantry, hygiene essentials, free haircuts, resource navigation and other services. Open to all members of the community, choice based allows for guests to access items individualized to them. This service takes place at 402 Grand Ave., (inside the Downtown Vineyard church gym) every Tuesday from 10:00am-12:30pm. Please park and enter off 4th Street & Ouray Ave.

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Pet Assistance

Bi-Monthly First Monday 11:00am-1:00pm
The Street Dog Coalition provides free veterinary care to pets of people experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness via pop-up clinics. Free services include: physical exams, core vaccinations including rabies and parvo, fleat/tick prevention and pet food/supplies (when available). Services offered while supplies last and time allows. Limited to 2 pets per person/family. Dogs should be on leashes and cats in carriers. Next Clinic: Monday, April 6, 2026 11:00AM-1:00PM

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Neighbor 2 Neighbor Outreach

M-F from 8:30am-5:00pm
Neighbor 2 Neighbor is a community referral and outreach program. Staff is available on-site and by appointment to answer questions. This service will take place at the United Way Service Hub. Please call 970-243-5364 to sign up for the service in advance, location will be disclosed upon sign up.

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Emergency Tent Fire Kit Replacement (by application)

M-F from 8:00am-5:00pm
A limited number of tent kits are available for guests whose tent has burned down. To get started in the process of applying for a tent kit please call 1-800-REDCROSS or speak to Philip at the Resource Center who can assist with the process. Requirements are 1) a first responder verification of the event (fire) and that they have the name of the individual impacted. 2) that the person can provide ID to match the first responder report. 3)The event should not be more than 14 days old (some exceptions apply, please speak to Philip to be connected with American Red Cross Resources). This service will take place at the United Way Service Hub. Please call 970-243-5364 to sign up for the service in advance, location will be disclosed upon sign up.

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Toilet Access

Available while accessing services
A bathroom provided by Toilet Equity is available onsite for guests utilizing the Service Hub.

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Referral to Hilltop Programs

By appointment
Through a direct partnership with Hilltop Community Resources many clients are warmly referred to programs including (but not limited to): – Connections (for youth 13-24) – Hilltop Health Access – Latimer House -Family Navigation – Aging and Disability Resources for Colorado (ADRC)

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Monthly Bike Clinic

First Tuesday of Each Month 3:00-5:00PM
The first Tuesday of each month the United Way Bike Clinic is open to the public at 1321 Ute Avenue. Volunteer bike technicians are available for basic repair and slightly used bikes are available if Service Hub participants need one. This service is in partnership with Mutual Aid Partners, Grand Valley Streets Alliance and Sunshine Community.

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Dental Clinic

Monthly on 2nd Tuesday of each month 1:00-3:00pm
Students from the Dental Hygiene program at Colorado Northwestern Community College offer basic dental cleanings and evaluations.

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CMU Nursing Students

Foot Soak Clinic

Weekly on Wednesday from 9:00am-11:30am
CMU Nursing students provide foot care and education essential to maintaining health throughout the winter months. This service will take place at the United Way Service Hub. Please call 970-243-5364 to sign up for the service in advance, location will be disclosed upon sign up.

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Medicaid Assistance & Healthcare Navigation

By appointment
Assistance with Medicaid and other healthcare services. This service will take place at the United Way Service Hub. Please call 970-773-7230 to sign up for the service in advance, location will be disclosed upon sign up.

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Sagebrush Recovery Peer Support Group

TBD
Sagebrush Recovery brings in a variety of providers for a peer support group. The sessions are focused on helping guests develop individualized plans for recovery, relapse prevention and general support. This service will take place at the United Way Service Hub. Please call 970-243-5364 to sign up for the service in advance, location will be disclosed upon sign up.

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Counseling Services

By appointment
Shift Counseling is providing therapy to individuals accessing the Service Hub. To set up an appointment call 970-773-7230.

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Barkley's Hope Pet Services

Thursdays 10:00am-Noon
Barkley’s Hope provides low-cost dog and cat vaccinations.

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AcuDetox

By appointment
Volunteer to experience stress relief through receiving a 5-point ear acupuncture protocol during the AcuDetox Certification Training in Grand Junction. The ear acupuncture will be done by persons who are being trained but who may not be certified yet as 5-point ear acupuncture specialists. The trainees will be working under the supervision of certified 5-point ear acupuncture specialists. Possible benefits include: General feeling of well-being, improved sleep, sense of relaxation, decreased cravings for addictive substances. This service will take place at the United Way Service Hub. Please call 970-773-7230 to sign up for the service in advance, location will be disclosed upon sign up.

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Sewing Class

Fridays 9:00-11:30am
Community volunteers will be leading a class to learn basic sewing techniques. Basic sewing materials provided. This service will take place at the United Way Service Hub. Please call 970-243-5364 to sign up for the service in advance, location will be disclosed upon sign up.