Social Work at PPLD

We’ve all found ourselves in a difficult situation and we aren’t always sure where to turn. Pikes Peak Library District offers social work services across the District. Our social workers are here to help you navigate and connect with resources in the community by providing referrals and information to get the help you need for your specific situation. Reach out and meet with a social worker at the Library most convenient to you, or contact them by phone or email. We are happy to support you in finding the best resources for you and your needs.

Contact PPLD's Social Worker

• By phone: (719) 531-6333, x2506
• By email: krockhold@ppld.org
• By webform: https://ppld.org/contact-us?option-value=56

Social Worker Hours and Locations

• Mondays from 9 - 11 a.m. at Penrose Library
• 1^st and 3^rd Mondays from 2 - 4 p.m. at Sand Creek Library
• 1^st and 3^rd Tuesdays from 2 - 4 p.m. at Monument Library
• 2^nd and 4^th Tuesdays from 2 - 4 p.m. at Cheyenne Mountain Library
• 1^st Wednesdays from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Calhan Library
• 2^nd and 4^th Thursdays from 2 - 4 p.m. at Fountain Library
• 1^st and 3^rd Fridays from 10 a.m. - noon at Ruth Holley Library

Common questions from our patrons include

• How to find affordable housing
• Where to get assistance with finding employment
• How to go about applying for disability
• Where to receive specific services like mental health, medical, or substance use treatment

Crisis Help:

• Colorado Crisis Services: 1-844-493-8255
• Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-787-3244
• Veterans Crisis Line 1-800-273-8255

Emergency Shelter:

• The Salvation Army RJMC (serving adults and families with children) (719) 578-9190
• Springs Rescue Mission (serving adults 18 and over) (719) 632-1822
• The Place (serving youth ages 15-20) (719) 630-3223
• New Promise (serving families with children under age 18) (719) 358-6220
• TESSA (serving survivors of domestic violence) (719) 633-3819
• Crawford House (serving veterans receiving mental health care through the VA) (719) 477-1639

Other Resources:

• Helping Hands Guide
• COVID Emergency Aid
• Eviction Information
• Apply for Medicaid, Childcare, and Food Assistance
• COVID Response Team at Aspen Pointe
• Tough Topics

Note: PPLD’s Social Worker is not a case manager or case worker.