PorchLight

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PorchLight is a space where victims and their families are welcomed and provided with comprehensive legal, medical, emotional and social support services.

Family Justice Center

PorchLight provides victims with a continuum of coordinated services in a single building that is easily accessible off of 6th Avenue in Lakewood. The center houses deputy district attorneys, victim-witness specialists, investigators, local government agencies and community non-profits.

Graphic illustrating how PorchLight Family Justice Center brings services for survivors of violence together in one location. A map shows nearly 174 miles survivors previously traveled between service providers for medical care, legal information, advocacy, and mental health support. An arrow leads from the map to a photo of PorchLight with the words “All in One Place.” Quotes from PorchLight guests describe the value of having services together in a secure, calming location and the support they received moving forward.

ABOUT PORCHLIGHT


The First Judicial District Attorney’s Office partnered with over 75 partner agencies across the judicial district and Denver Metro area to spearhead the creation of a family justice center serving the people of Gilpin and Jefferson counties.

Before PorchLight opened, individuals impacted by violence often had to navigate multiple offices, websites, appointments, and systems during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. Barriers such as transportation, childcare, fear, financial instability, and the need to retell traumatic experiences could make it harder for victims to seek support.

PorchLight opened its doors in February 2021 to change that experience.

Today, PorchLight brings together more than 20 onsite partner agencies and a broader network of community partners to provide coordinated services in one safe, welcoming location. Guests can access Navigation, advocacy, legal support, law enforcement, behavioral health services, medical and forensic support, onsite childcare, basic needs assistance, and connections to community resources at no cost.

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