Resource Directory

Urban Peak
Mission statement

Urban Peak ignites the potential in youth to exit homelessness and create self-determined, fulfilled lives.

Brief description of services provided

Denver’s only licensed shelter for youth ages 15 through 20 who are experiencing homelessness. They also provide a drop-in center, basic needs access (lockers, showers, food). All clients have access to case management and support services for academics and employment.

Services available

Basic Needs Assistance
Amenities: Showers, Laundry, Lockers, etc., Benefits enrollment, Clothing Assistance, Food assistance, Harm Reduction Supplies, Hygiene Kits or Items, Resource Navigation
Case Management
Basic Case Management, Resource Navigation (as needed)
Education / Job Training
Academic Support/Tutoring, Education/Life Skills Training, Resume / Interview / Job readiness support
Mental Health
Group Therapy/Counseling, Peer / mentorship program, Survivor Support Groups, Youth-Specific Therapy/Counseling
Medical / Wellness
Benefit enrollment (Medicaid, Medicare, SSI/​SSDI) , Care Coordination/Medication Management, Dentistry/Oral Health, Immunizations, STI Testing/Treatment
Shelter
Day shelter or drop-in center, Emergency overnight / homeless shelter, Housing assistance program, Long term or permanent supportive housing, Transitional housing / short term residential program

Additional Information

Ages served
Unaccompanied Minors
Ages served - specifics
Overnight shelter: 15-20 years old (minors need parental consent in order for them to stay) Regular daytime drop-in: 15-24 years old
Genders served
All genders served
Specializations/Sensitive to
Individuals experiencing homelessness, Other
Language capacity
Video/Phone Interpreters, English, Spanish
Faith-based organization
No
Insurance required?
No
Services provided if legal status is unclear

Hours of Operation

Monday
8:30 am - 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Tuesday
8:30 am - 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Wednesday
8:30 am - 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Thursday
8:30 am - 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Friday
8:30 am - 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed