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Frequently Asked Questions
- ARC THRIFT STORES:
- I was scheduled for a pick-up today and the truck has not come. Who do I notify?
Please call (303) 238-5263 to see if the truck is late or still scheduled to arrive. But be reminded that trucks may arrive any time between 8 am and 5 pm for a pickup.
- Can I donate a car to The Arc?Yes, call (303) 308-2400 in the Metro area or 1(866) 628-CARS
- Where do I schedule a pick-up for my donated items?
The phone number to schedule a pick up is (303) 238-5263.
- Where are the ARC Thrift Stores located and what are the phone numbers?
Alameda Store, 255 S. Hooker, (303) 936-4371
Arvada Plaza Store, 9661 W. 58th, (303) 420-0358
Broadway Store, 1515 S. Broadway, (303) 777-3703
Broomfield Store, 6500 W. 120th, (303) 439-7255
Central Park Store, 7485 E. Illif, (303) 752-2731
Colfax Store, 10000 E. Colfax, (303) 343-9843
Federal Store, 3047 W. 74th, (303) 428-1591
Gateway Store, 1070 S. Sable Blvd. (303) 369-5858
JCRS Store, 6791 W.Colfax (303) 232-6066
Sheridan Store, 5151 W. Colfax, (303) 825-7033
Thornton Store, 8161 N. Washington, (303) 450-4220
- What number do I call for employment opportunities for the Thrift Stores and Telemarketing?
Job Line: (303) 308-2415
- Do you take water beds?
No.
- Do you take appliances?
Only free-standing appliances in good condition.
- Do you take mattresses? What other items cannot be accepted?
Laws forbid the redistribution of used mattresses so we cannot accept them. Other items that we cannot accept include: aluminum cans, box springs, building materials, carpet padding, cast iron stoves, sinks, tubs, child car seats, copy machines, curtain rods, fencing, flammable liquids, food (except during food drives), furnaces, garage doors/openers, gas logs, glass, hangers, hazardous waste, hot tubs, mangles, metal desks, mirrors without frame, newspapers, oxygen tanks, plastic gutters, propane tanks, scrap metal, scrap paper, sheds, strips of carpet, tires, trash compactors, TV outdoor antennas, water heaters, water softeners, waterbeds and accessories and window blinds.
- ADVOCACY, SPECIAL EDUCATION AND COURT ISSUES:
- How do I become a guardian for my child?
Alice Kitt at Guardianship Alliance of Colorado (303) 423-2898.
- How do I access services for my child?
In Jefferson, Gilpin or Clear Creek County, call DDRC (303) 233-3363 for information on intake and eligibility.
- Does the Arc in Jefferson provide emergency funding to individuals with developmental disabilities?
Yes, emergency funding is available on a limited basis to people with developmental disabilities. Each situation is looked at on an individual basis.
- What training/seminars are available through The Arc in Jefferson County?
Please see our Events calendar to find which sessions are currently being offered.
- Can you come to my child's IEP?
Our first attempt will be to provide parents with information and techniques to prepare for a successful IEP meeting. With nearly 10,000 students on IEPs in Jefferson County alone, we simply cannot attend every meeting. In cases that involve change of placement or major communication issues, our advocacy can be invited to intervene, at the request of the student, the parent or even school personnel.
- Can you help me with a social security, Medicaid or other Medicaid benefits?
Social security and Medicaid issues can be complicated and often require one-on-one advice. Please call Louise Todd, director of individual and family supports at (303) 232-1338.
- I need a psychiatrist that takes Medicaid and mental health assistance in general. Where can I find one?
This situation can often be challenging and exhausting for those seeking psychiatric services. Although different situations will demand different supports, the following four resources can be a good place to start:
1) Parents of children through age 20 may contact the EPSDT Outreach Coordinator at (303) 692-2292. 2) Jefferson Center for Mental Health at (303) 425-0300 when the diagnosis meets certain criteria, 3) one's private insurance and 4) Finally, Empower Colorado is a nonprofit organization created by parents and families to provide Support, Education and Advocacy for parents and families of children with mental health issues (brain disorders).
EMPOWER Colorado c/o CP of Colorado
2200 S. Jasmine Street
Denver, CO 80222-5708
Phone Toll Free at 1(866) 213-4631
Fax at (303) 691-0846
- Help, I need childcare or my child is being terminated from the childcare setting...can "they" do that?
Four resources for child care may include: 1) Child Care Aware 1 (800) 424-2246 2) CORRA Colo. Office of Resources and Referral Agencies/Child Care (303) 290-9088, 3) Metro Denver Child Care Resource and Referral Program (303) 381-2990 and 4) Red Rocks Family Resources and Child Care (c/o Beth Little (303) 914-6305
Commonly asked questions about child care centers and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) can be found at http://www.usdoj.gov/crt/ada/childq&a.htm
- I need someone to go to court with me. Can you come? Are there legal resources that you can help me with?
The Arc staff will help advise you on your upcoming court case. We may be also able to assist by making phone calls and processing documents at your request. In some cases we may provide representational advocacy, depending on the nature of the situation.
Staff are familiar with both private and public/non-profit legal offices and will be happy to assist you in finding the one the best suits your needs.
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