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Health and Mental Health

Physical health and mental health are crucial elements of refugees’ wellbeing. Addressing health challenges, creating a connection to ongoing care, and proactively building mental wellness are a central part of the resettlement process. CRSP funds a diverse set of partners in support of refugee health.

 

Upon arrival in Colorado, refugees complete a Domestic Medical Exam (DME). The DME consists of medical and mental health screening components and connects refugees to needed care, with a focus on ongoing primary care. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provide guidance for this exam. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is the lead state agency for the DME and other elements of refugee physical health. Visit CDPHE’s website to identify medical screening sites and learn more about this program.

 

CRSP also funds a robust network of mental health and wellness programs in communities across the state. These programs range in populations served, geography, and in approach, including both clinical and wellness programming.

Am I Eligible? 

To receive a DME shortly after arrival, or within the first year after becoming eligible, you must have an ORR-eligible status. ORR-eligibility is also required to participate in the mental health/wellness programs, along with meeting program-specific requirements. Learn more about eligible statuses on the Refugee Services Introduction page.

Medical Screening Partners

Note that community partners and individuals cannot generate referrals for the DME. The referral process is jointly managed by CDPHE and the refugee resettlement agencies. Please contact a resettlement agency to get a referral for the DME, or reach out to Colorado’s State Refugee Health Coordinator.

Mental Health and Wellness Service Providers

Organization

Services

ORR-eligible Populations Served

Location

Referrals 

Point of Contact

Broomfield Resettlement Task ForceWellness Groups
Mental Health 
First Aid
Afghan, UkrainianBroomfieldheidi@broomfieldresettlementtf.orgHeidi Henkel
DiversifiEDTherapeutic Arts and Wellness Groups - Adults
Wellness Groups - Youth
Any ORR-eligiblePikes Peak RegionDeborah@imaginationcelebration.orgDeborah Thornton
Empowering Communities GloballyNurturing Father Training, Career Navigation, Financial Health WorkshopsAny ORR-eligibleDenver Metrodyoungecg@gmail.comDeborah Young
Jewish Family ServiceKidSuccess Group-In School Youth GroupsAny ORR-eligibleDenvertmerendino@jewishfamilyservice.orgTodd Merendino
Muslim Youth for Positive ImpactPsychosocial programming for refugee adults and youthAny ORR-eligibleWestminsterhuma@mypi.orgHuma Babak Ebadi
University of Colorado, Immigrant & Refugee Mental Health Program, School of MedicineMental Wellness Workshops-Sleep, Parenting, Substance Use NavigationAny ORR-eligibleAuroraFARDUUS.AHMED@cuanschutz.edu Farduus Ahmed
US Committee for Refugees and ImmigrantsMental Wellness Groups, NavigationAny ORR-eligibleAurora, Denver, Castle Rock, Lakewood, and Thornton lmonkus@uscrimail.org Lisa Monkus
Village InstituteYoung Adult Mentorship Program, Wellness Workshops, Mental Health First AidAny ORR-eligibleAurora & Denver Metroellie@villageinstitute.org Ellie Adelman
Women's WildernessOutdoor Expedition and Nature-Based ProgramsAny ORR-eligibleDenver Metro, Boulder, Northern Coloradostreves@womenswilderness.org Savina Treves

All Programs are free of charge and ORR funded through September 30, 2025.

Family Stabilization Support Services

Family Stabilization Support Services are designed to assist individuals and families experiencing challenges that interfere with daily functioning and community integration. Services range from early intervention through crisis management with an emphasis on early and proactive support. This program provides holistic case management and connections to community resources.

Organization

Location

Referrals 

Point of Contact

International Rescue CommitteeDenver Metro

andrea.oviedo@rescue.org

Andrea Oviedo
KindnessDenver Metro, Pikes Peak Region

Karen@frhealth.org

Karen Jealouse
Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains Denver Metro Mary.Jay@lfsrm.orgMary Jay
Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains Pikes Peak RegionFloyd.Preston@lfsrm.orgFloyd Preston
Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains Northern Coloradoalex.jelden@lfsrm.orgAlex Kloehn-Jelden
Muslim Youth for Positive ImpactWestminstermental.wellness@mypi.orgSafaa Elemam