Together, we provide access to the best chance of survival.
For over a quarter of a century, Brent’s Place has been a lifeline for thousands of families, bridging the gap between life-saving medical treatment and home. Last year alone, nearly 400 families found solace and support in our specialized accommodations and comprehensive, individualized family support programs.
As the sole provider of long-term, Safe-Clean housing and accompanying respite support in the Rocky Mountain West, we embark on a mission to transform lives and foster healing – one family at a time.
Since our inception in 1998, Brent’s Place has provided access to life-saving medical treatment for 2,168 patients and their families
By the Numbers:
19 States Served
20,000+ Days of Housing Provided
76% of Our Residents Traveled 100+ Miles from Home
Nearly 60% of Families Report a Household Income of Less Than $50,000
Thanks to our donors, volunteers, and supporters, along with commitment from our hospital partners, Brent’s Place remains a sanctuary for families without any length-of-stay limits or additional financial burdens. This allows caregivers to focus entirely on their loved one’s treatment and recovery, free from the overwhelming costs of relocation, housing, food, and other basic necessities.
Community generosity makes this possible, helping us create a safe, nurturing environment where families can focus on what truly matters: healing and hope.
Our Doors of Hope and Healing
Every year, countless families face the overwhelming challenge of relocating to the Denver Metro area in the midst of a medical emergency. When life-saving treatments are unavailable in their hometowns, they turn to Brent’s Place for refuge.
As the only safe, long-term, family-centered housing near Colorado’s top hospitals, Brent’s Place grants access to critical treatments and clinical trials for pediatric and adult patients from underserved backgrounds and regions. These treatments include bone marrow transplantation, CAR-T therapy, oncology, hematology, and solid organ transplantation.
Safe-Clean Accommodations
At Brent’s Place, the safety and health of our residents are our top priorities. We adhere to rigorous cleaning requirements designed to minimize exposure to harmful bacteria, dander, dirt, dust, mold and other airborne toxins often present in public spaces. We equip our residents with essential education and select cleaning products to maintain a Safe-Clean environment, creating a sanctuary for healing.
Aurora Campus
Nestled just blocks from Anschutz Medical Campus, home to Children’s Hospital Colorado, our pediatric Brent’s Place campus boasts 32 apartments and six hospitality suites meticulously designed to cater to pediatric patient families.
The Forum Fitzsimons
Located directly across from the Anschutz Medical Campus, Brent’s Place manages and operates 16 fully furnished apartments for adult patients and their families receiving care at University of Colorado Hospital.
This average does not include hospitality suite stays.
Park 17
Located just blocks from Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center, this complex features 12 fully furnished apartments for adult patients and their families.
Early in 2024, we relocated all adult patient families to The Forum Fitzsimons to boost operational efficiency and elevate programmatic support.
More Than Just Shelter
At Brent’s Place, our Safe-Clean approach sets us apart, but what truly differentiates us is our unwavering focus on comprehensive family support. Unlike other hospitality houses across the nation, we offer deeper, individualized care for families during their extended stays, providing a lifeline of hope and resilience.
Deepening Our Impact
In 2023, we prioritized and innovated the way we invested in personalized support for each resident family. Our dedicated team developed personalized programs, inspired by past resident feedback, to support patients and their loved ones in navigating the emotional and social challenges of the medical journey. From meal support and arts and crafts to caregiver yoga and mental wellness sessions, we alleviate stress and foster a nurturing environment where families can find strength and comfort.
wellness support
Comfort in Community
One of the most profound aspects of staying at Brent’s Place is the emotional support shared among resident families. Only those facing similar circumstances can truly understand the challenges of putting normal life on hold to care for a critically ill loved one.
In 2023, we celebrated the first full year of resumed in-person activities allowing families to connect and build a supportive community. These interactions provided moments of joy and respite from the overwhelming stress of dealing with a life-threatening illness.
Last year we also further customized services to meet each family’s unique needs. Whether it’s assistance with medical equipment costs, addressing food security issues, providing job training, or helping with relocation, our team is here to support each family’s complex journey.
Join Our Cadre of Volunteers
Last year was also dedicated to rebuilding and re-energizing our volunteer force, which is crucial to maximizing our impact on each family. Whether preparing nourishing meals for our residents, restocking our food pantry, or greeting visitors at the door, volunteers are vital to our mission. Every hour they contribute helps offset our costs, allowing us to allocate more funding to our programs and services.
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Total Number of Volunteers
2,096
Total Volunteer Hours
$76,200
Value of their Service
Based on the current valuation of volunteer time in Colorado of $36.36 per hour.
13,500+ Meals Provided
1,400+ Programs to 21,000+ Participants
Brent’s Place Invitational
Our annual golf tournament, held at Denver’s exclusive private mountain course, The Country Club at Castle Pines, drew 128 golfers and raised over $180,000.
Special thanks to BOK Financial, REIA, Liberty Home Products, Horizon Drywall, Moody Insurance Agency, G&S Capital, The Weitz Company, and Catamount Constructors.
Block Party and Family Reunion Weekend
Our community carnival at Anschutz Medical Campus welcomed 500 supporters, including 200 current and past resident family members.
Special thanks to Lokal Homes, Children’s Hospital Colorado, Bold Story Marketing, Visit Aurora, Aurora TV, Colorado Parent Magazine, KOSI 101.1, and Denver7.
Learn more about our current opportunities by visiting bit.ly/volunteer-brents-place. “
Roadless Ride+
2023 Roadless Ride+ participants biked, stretched, toned, and danced, raising more than $100,000 for Brent’s Place families.
Special thanks to Kaiser Permanente, Xanterra Travel Collection, and Lokal Homes.
Blossoms of Hope
In September we hosted Blossoms of Hope - our first community event on our main campus since December 2019! Supporters experienced the impact their generosity firsthand with an interactive facility tour and a heartfelt gratitude message from a resident family.
195 Birthdays Celebrated
If it weren’t for Brent’s Place, we’d be ripped to shreds. Brent’s Place has kept us sane. Just having the stability of a place to stay makes a huge di erence. It has kept us whole.
Travis, caretaker
2023 Financial Summary
Total Operating Expenses: $4,863,000
For a full set of financial statements, please visit BrentsPlace.org/financials
In-Kind Contributions
Donations of goods and services alleviate the financial and emotional burdens of families in medical crises, allowing them to focus on their loved ones’ care. In-kind contributions also enable Brent’s Place to direct more funds and resources to providing essential housing and supportive programming for families in need.
Last year donors contributed more than $137,000 in goods and services that helped to make Brent’s Place feel like home. Visit BrentsPlace.org/inkind for more information.
With hospital stays, chemo, surgery, infections, transfusions, ER visits, bills…it was a real blessing to have Brent’s Place to retreat to….the ability to share meals, be together, and maintain a sanctuary for our family was priceless… and the many friends we made here helped us so much!
Brent’s Place resident
Priscilla,
Looking Ahead
Our journey began with one family’s mission to ease the burdens of pediatric bone marrow transplant patients, and today, we support hundreds of families each year, including adult oncology patients and solid organ transplant patients of all ages. What started with modest support services has grown into comprehensive care for all residents, tailored activities, and robust food security initiatives
With the increasing number of families traveling to the Denver area for life-saving treatment, our commitment to expansion and excellence is more urgent than ever. Continued community support is crucial as we embark on the next chapter, poised to bring hope and healing to even more families.
Becoming a member of The Village is one of the most powerful ways to support Brent’s Place. When you schedule your monthly donation today, you’ll join a dedicated community of supporters who understand the importance of providing continuous support for families facing the toughest days of their lives.
Join us in making a life-saving difference today by visiting BrentsPlace.org/monthlygiving.
For a list of individuals, companies and foundations that gave gifts greater than $1,000, please visit BrentsPlace.org/2023pdes.
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