Financial Assistance
& Resources

Everyone deserves financial stability and peace of mind. At Sister Carmen Community Center, we provide guidance and connections to help families navigate life’s unique challenges. Whether you’re working toward long-term goals or facing unexpected difficulties, we are here to support you with care and respect. These programs are available for residents of Lafayette, Louisville, Superior, Erie, and unincorporated East Boulder County.

Personalized Support

You don’t have to figure things out alone. Our trained Advocates listen one-on-one, help you explore options, and identify next steps. They may be able to connect you to financial assistance (when available) for things like rent, utilities, eye care, or transportation. They also provide referrals and guidance for programs like Medicaid/Medicare, SNAP, LEAP, mental health services, healthcare, and job training. For longer-term support, ask about our Family Development Services, which include goal setting, ongoing advocacy, financial assistance, and increased stability.


Call us at 303-665-4342, Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm to connect with an Advocate.

Walk-In Support

We also offer limited assistance on a walk-in basis through our Food Bank:

  • Thrift store vouchers
  • Bus tickets
  • Food and supplies
  • ID vouchers
  • Shower passes
  • Computer kiosk access (available at the North entrance of Aspen Ridge building Mon–Fri, 9:00am–12:00pm and 1:00pm–5pm)

Education and Career Advancement

Our Pathways to Economic Stability program helps families build desirable skills and move toward financial independence. Services may include:

  • Education and job training
  • Career coaching and placement opportunities
  • Support for jobs in medical, technology, computer, and
trade fields
  • Some financial assistance to remove barriers to
finding employment

Connect With Community Resources

If we cannot provide direct help, we’ll connect you to trusted partners. Other resources:

We also partner with local organizations located in our Aspen Ridge facility, including:

Financial Education

For financial education and support, Boulder County offers great free resources—including the BoCo Personal Finance Program for one-on-one coaching with a financial advisor and Workforce Boulder County’s many free classes and seminars to help you build skills and confidence.

My Wealth Being: offers Circle of Wealth workshops as well as one-on-one support for individual questions on-site at Sister Carmen. Workshops offer a safe and supportive space to talk about money and personal goals. You’ll learn practical tools for budgeting, saving, and building confidence with your finances. Each session encourages connection, empowerment, and a healthier relationship with money.

Ready to Get Started?

You don’t need to have all the answers before reaching out. If you’re struggling and aren’t sure exactly what you need, our team is here to listen and help you figure it out. Call us at 303-665-4342, Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm, to get started today. We’ll work together toward greater stability for you and your family.

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NOTE: on the 3rd Thursday of each month, the organization opens at 1:00pm

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