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Everything A to Z
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An A-to-Z Listing of Family-Friendly Colorado Businesses and Resources.
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Banking/Financial
Young Americans Bank and Center for Financial Education
3550 E. First Ave. | 303-321-2265 info@yacenter.org | yacenter.org Our goal is that Colorado youth grow up knowing how to earn, make, and manage their money wisely, regardless of background. Our keystone programs, Young Americans Bank, Young AmeriTowne, International Towne and YouthBiz, teach in a fun, hands-on way.
Camps
DAY CAMPS Summer at Ricks
2040 S. York St. | 303-871-3715 ricksctr@du.edu | du.edu/ricks Summer at Ricks blends fun summer activities with rich learning experiences all while enjoying the benefits of the University of Denver campus. Campers entering preschool to sixth grade will enjoy weekly themes and specialty camps based on STEAM.
Dental
Kid’s Choice Dental, Vision & Braces
15159 E. Colfax, Unit B, Aurora 303-341-5437
All About Kids Dental, Vision, Braces
2020 Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood 303-431-1221
Advanced Choice Dental, Vision, Braces
5375 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge 303-476-6292
All About Braces
2250 S. Monaco Pkwy., Denver 303-462-1462 | dentalvisionbraces.com Dental, vision, and braces for kids and adults. We accept Medicaid, CHP+, and most other insurances. Parents welcome to accompany child to treatment area. Dental: $49 New Patient Special includes cleaning, fluoride, X-rays, and exam. Free orthodontics consult. We speak Spanish. Open 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-4pm. One Stop for your Family!
Hospitals
National Jewish Health
1400 Jackson St., Denver 1-877-CALL NJH (877-225-5654)
njhealth.org
National Jewish Health for Kids offers dedicated care from the nation’s best pediatric specialists. Our pediatricians care for children and adolescents with asthma, atopic dermatitis, food allergies, respiratory troubles, immune problems, recurrent infections and other pulmonary illnesses in a setting designed to put you and your child at ease.
Music Lessons
Young Voices of Colorado
99 Inverness Drive East, Suite 150 303-797-7464 | margie@youngvoices.org
youngvoices.org
Young Voices of Colorado, a premier children’s choir in the south metro area is holding friendly auditions for children who LOVE to SING. Age appropriate choirs (inperson and remote) are available for boys and girls ages five to 16. Call now! Real Estate
Janet Holmes, Realtor - HomeSmart
8300 E. Maplewood Ave., Suite 100 303-798-5251 | Janet@HomesbyHolmes.org
HomesbyHolmes.org
A fellow Colorado parent offering you a first class experience when helping you buy and sell homes.
Schools
CHARTER Global Village Academy
Aurora, Parker, Northglenn info@gvaschools.org | gvaschools.org Global Village Academies are innovative language immersion charter schools in Aurora, Northglenn, and Douglas County. Students learn core content in English and language immersion instruction in their choice of Spanish, Mandarin, Russian or French.
PRESCHOOLS Auraria Early Learning Center
950 9th Street Park | 303-556-3188 Emily.nelson@ahec.edu
ahec.edu/earlylearning
The Auraria Early Learning Center, a five star Colorado Shines rated center, provides full time programs for children 12-months and walking to five-yearsold. The center serves the Auraria Campus and Denver Community.
The Goddard School®️
23 locations in the Denver area 1-800-GODDARD
goddardschool.com/denver
For more than 30 years, The Goddard School®️ has been a trusted name among parents and families. Our classrooms are safe, nurturing environments for children, offering age-appropriate opportunities to explore and discover.
Iliff Preschool
4140 E. Iliff Ave., Denver 303-757-3551 | info@iliffpreschool.com
iliffpreschool.com
In partnership with parents, we focus on providing a safe, friendly, and nurturing environment for children ages one to 12. Play-based experiences connect to early standards with emphasis on educational experiences that develop social and pre-academic skills.
Ricks Center for Gifted Children
2040 S. York St. | 303-871-3715 ricksctr@du.edu | du.edu/ricks Ricks Center is a school, preschool to eighth grade, dedicated to gifted learners. Flexible, differentiated curriculum designed around the whole child. Teachers who know, understand, and care deeply about gifted education and each individual student.
PRIVATE Arma Dei Academy
341 Wildcat Reserve Pkwy. | 303-346-4523 communications@armadeiacademy.com
armadeiacademy.com
Arma Dei Academy is a classical Christian school in Douglas County serving students in Preschool, Kindergarten - 8th Grade, and Homeschool Collaborative families. Additionally, ADA will be opening a High
School in Fall 2021. We strive to build a legacy of intelligent and thoughtful leaders who will pursue a purposeful life marked by Truth.
Aspen Academy
5859 S. University Blvd., Greenwood Village 303-346-3500 admissions@aspenacademy.org
aspenacademy.org
Aspen Academy is a Pre-K through 8th grade independent school in Greenwood Village, Colorado that focuses on three primary areas: next-generation education, leadership and entrepreneurial development, and community strength and service.
Colorado Academy
3800 S. Pierce St., Denver 303-914-2513 | coloradoacademy.org For more than a century, the promise of Colorado Academy has been the pursuit of academic excellence. CA provides the most relevant, preparative, and highest value-added pre-K through 12 education possible.
Iliff Preschool
4140 E. Iliff Ave., Denver 303-757-3551 | info@iliffpreschool.com
iliffpreschool.com
In partnership with parents, we focus on providing a safe, friendly, and nurturing environment for children ages one to 12. Play-based experiences connect to early standards with emphasis on educational experiences that develop social and pre-academic skills.
International School of Denver
7701 E. First Place | 303-340-3647 info@isdenver.org | isdenver.org We are a K-8 IB World School, developing thoughtful, compassionate, and curious world citizens through language and culture.
St. Elizabeth’s School
2350 Gaylord St. | 303-322-3209, ext 15 dgrove@sesden.org | stelizabethsdenver.org St. Elizabeth’s is an intentionally inclusive K-8 Episcopal school. Our commitment to affordable access to a great education for all children is critical, today more than ever. We are preparing tomorrow’s change-makers, and our doors are open to you!
Special Needs Resources
Ascendigo Autism Services
818 Industry Pl., Carbondale 970-927-3143 | info@ascendigo.org
ascendigo.org
Ascendigo Adventure Camps offer rewarding, challenging outdoor experiences with positive, autismspecific support for all levels of ability, behaviors, and functioning. Summer, fall, and winter camps are available.
Behavioral Innovations
Greater Denver area | 720-815-3970 admissions@bi-aba.com | startABA.com For over 20 years, Behavioral Innovations has been a pioneer in providing ABA therapy to kids with autism. Our friendly and professional staff, and state-of-the-art treatment centers have been welcoming families and delivering remarkable results.
NOAH'S ARK Preschool & Child Care
We have served the Northern Metro Community for over 40 years. We provide loving, yearround care for children 6 weeks through Pre-K. We also provide winter and summer break camps for older children.
Conveniently situated two blocks west of Federal on 104th Avenue – inside The Crossing Church. 303-466-6887 | napreschool.com
Arma Dei Academy raises the standards beyond what our culture expects by training students to REASON, DISCERN & ASPIRE
Classical Christian Education Preschool, K - 8, High School, & Homeschool Collaborative
Biblical Worldview Academic Excellence Classical Curriculum Joyful Learners Character Formation Cursive Handwriting Small Class Sizes Latin, Art, Music & STEM Kindergarten Enrichment Family Chapel Parent Partnership Countercultural
Open House
January 14, 2020 | 8:30am - 10:30am Schedule your visit today!
Developmental Pathways
325 Inverness Dr. S. | 303-360-6600 info@dpcolo.org | dpcolo.org Developmental Pathways is a nonprofit agency serving individuals with developmental disabilities/delays and their families by connecting people to federal, state, county, and private funding.
PASCO
9197 W. Sixth Ave. Suite 1000 | 303-233-3122 info@pascohh.com | pascohh.com PASCO services embrace a personalized approach for individuals with special needs to achieve independence and realize their potential. PASCO provides long-term services & supports in the home and the community with a focus on paid family caregiving.
Primitive Reflex Integration Plus
8370 W. Coal Mine Ave. 720-295-5788 | info@primitivereflexplus.com
primitivereflexplus.com
PRI+ helps kids and families overcome the daily struggles of sensory, behavior, and social challenges so they feel comfortable and confident as they learn and grow.
REVEL
Denver | 720-534-0601 info@revelinlife.org | revelinlife.org REVEL is the bridge to adulthood for people with autism to live meaningful, enriched lives. We fight potential isolation, depression, unemployment, and risk factors related to quality of life.
T.A.C.T.
2733 W. Eighth Ave., Denver 303-295-0163 | tactinfo@buildwithtact.org
buildwithtact.org
TACT (Teaching the Autism Community Trades) is a 501(c)3 organization designed to bring trade and technical skills to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Set in a comfortable small group environment, TACT aims to build upon strengths and have fun!
Sports/Enrichment
Gold Crown Foundation
Lakewood | 303-233-6776 sports@goldcrownfoundation.com
goldcrownfoundation.com
Preparing kids for the game of life through sports and STEAM programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Offerings include basketball, volleyball and golf camps/ clinics/leagues/tournaments; plus art, technology, design and more for ages six to 18.
Swimming
Ocean First
3015 Bluff St. | 303-444-7234 swim@oceanfirst.blue
oceanfirstcommunity.blue
Launch into the underwater world with our TIDES program available for ages eight to eleven and 12 to 15. These programs instill the skills necessary to become a safe and responsible scuba diver while building a strong knowledge in marine science.
Theater/Performing Arts
Rocky Mountain Theatre for Kids
5311 Western Ave.; Ste 135., Boulder 303-245-8150 | info@theaterforkids.net
theaterforkids.net
Rocky Mountain Theatre for Kids/Actors Academy offers year round training programs and summer camps designed to give the committed and talented youth actor intensive and specialized training in the performing arts.
Travel
Clear Creek County Tourism Bureau
P.O. Box 100, Idaho Springs, CO 303-567-4660 | info@visitclearcreek.com
visitclearcreek.com
Located 20 miles west of Denver, Clear Creek County includes the historic mountain communities of Idaho Springs, Empire, Georgetown, & Silver Plume. Choose from activities such as skiing, rafting, ziplining, hunting, fishing, hiking, biking & more!
YMCA of the Rockies - Estes Park Center
2515 Tunnel Rd, Estes Park | 970-586-3344 info@ymcarockies.org | ymcarockies.org Where nature inspires the whole family! Our YMCA of the Rockies - Estes Park Center is an ideal vacation, reunion, and conference destination.
YMCA of the Rockies - Snow Mountain Ranch
1101 County Road 53, Granby | 970-887-2152 info@ymcarockies.org
snowmountainranch.org
Where quality time happens naturally. Snow Mountain Ranch is a wholesome environment to enjoy a tranquil setting with any size group.
Ranger 1 Experience & Diver Experience
Starting Jan. 2021 Launch into the world of marine science and scuba diving
BENEFITING: THE MORGAN ADAMS FOUNDATION
The Morgan Adams Concours d’Elegance is the longest standing premier Concours in the Rocky Mountain Region, and showcases an exceptional display collection gathering automobiles, aircraft, and motorcycles that span the production history of each industry. The evening is paired with luxury and travel focused silent and live auctions, as well as cocktails and food from the best restaurants in Denver.
