News & Stories:
Here, we share the latest news, heartwarming stories, and inspiring moments highlighting the incredible journeys of the young minds and families we serve at The Matthews House. Explore the depth of our impactful programs, read captivating stories of determination, and get the latest updates from our organization. So, whether you are a supporter, a participant, or someone seeking inspiration, we invite you to stay connected with our community.
Tackling Youth Homelessness
Living in Larimer County Larimer County is a great place to live – so it is no surprise that residing here is expensive. Those who do not bring in
Affordable Child Care
The Issue The need for child care is ever-increasing in this economy, especially in the State of Colorado, as our population is always increasing. Nationally, 61 percent of children
Generational Poverty & Education
What is poverty and how is it measured? Poverty, or the state of being extremely poor is a widespread issue here in the United States. To be considered ‘living in
HOST Homes
Our HOST Home Program started in 2014. A HOST Home is a short-term voluntary placement for young adults, ages 18 – 21, who are at risk of being homeless
Meet our Executive Program Director
At The Matthews House, one of our greatest assets is our staff! Our compassionate and resourceful direct service and administrative staff work every day toward our overall goal of disrupting
Youth Advisory Board
About 8 years ago, The Matthews House created a Youth Advisory Board (YAB). The Youth Advisory Board works with the Department of Human Services (DHS) because the voice of the
Executive Function & Childhood Trauma
Executive Function Executive function is a term described as the ability to regulate goal-oriented abilities, control behavior, choose thoughtfully, and control emotions. Executive functions serve as the building blocks
More Than Just Homework Help
Homework Helpers is one of the services offered within the Building Community Program at The Matthews House. It started in August of 2013 and at first, two college student interns
Building Community
When the Building Community Program started in 2012, only one service was offered. Today, the Building Community Program offers a variety of services to include a broader population of community
Be a Mentor!
Through The Matthews House Mentor Program, we pair youth with adult volunteers in our community to establish mentor-mentee relationships. The purpose of our Mentor Program is to provide additional
English as a Second Language
The basic definition of ESL (English as a Second Language) classes is simple: they are educational programs that provide students with the ability to work with a bilingual teacher
Guys & Girls Groups
Our Experiential Education program is one of the wrap-around services offered to participants at The Matthews House, which includes fun, engaging groups for the youth. Two of these are