July 1, 2025
(GOLDEN, Colo.) — The Gateway to the Rockies Opioid Council (GROC) has announced the launch of eight new innovative initiatives, as well as two renewed initiatives, aimed at addressing the pressing needs of individuals struggling with substance use disorders in the region. The council represents Clear Creek, Gilpin, and Jefferson counties. These initiatives are made possible through dedicated funding aimed at prevention, treatment, recovery and harm reduction efforts.
The projects collectively aim to address the opioid crisis and improve access to treatment and recovery services across the three counties. They strongly emphasize sustainability and community engagement, reflecting GROC’s support to individuals and families afflicted in the community.
Visit the GROC website for more information about each program/initiative.
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New groups/initiatives receiving funds
- Denver Recovery Group
- Program title: Opioid Treatment Program Expansion
- Total budget awarded: $181,124.00
- Jefferson County Public Health
- Program title: Regional Harm Reduction Expansion & Sustainment
- Total budget awarded: $1,525,688.96
- Resilience1220
- Program title: Cultivating Resilience
- Total budget awarded: $294,544.80
- RecoveryWorks
- Program title: All Roads Recovery Program
- Total budget awarded: $570,735
- Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
- Program title: Real-Time Biometric Monitoring
- Total budget awarded: $569,762
- Gilpin County Parks and Recreation
- Program title: Gilpin County Youth Enrichment and Prevention Initiative
- Total budget awarded: $185,451.89
- City of Lakewood Police Department
- Program title: SUD Specialist Co-Responders
- Total budget requested: $523,944
- Monarch Recovery Services
- Program title: Monarch Launch Program for Women
- Total budget requested: $1,224,000
Groups/initiatives renewed for receiving funds
- Clear Creek Community Crisis and Health Assistance Team (CCHAT)
- Total budget awarded: $1,095,462
- Advocates for Recovery Colorado (AFRC)
- Total budget awarded: $631,163.00
For more information, visit www.GatewayToTheRockiesOpioidCouncil.org or contact program manager Dr. Chelsea Shore-Miller.