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About Us

   The Parker Task Force for Human Services is a non-profit organization formed in 1987 to assist residents of Parker, Franktown and Elizabeth (by zip code), who are in need of short-term assistance. Our organization was formed originally to be 100% volunteer and remains so today. PTF is operated totally by unpaid dedicated volunteers at every level.  PTF has a very low operating cost due to the fact that PTF pays no rent, utilities, maintenance, salaries or benefits.

The Parker Task Force / Food Bank
20118 East Mainstreet, Unit D
Parker, CO  80138
FAX 303-840-3912
Phone 303-841-3460
eMail foodbank@parkertaskforce.org

Services Provided

   PTF has a food bank among the services that it provides. All non-perishable food is donated  through local food drives by churches, schools, businesses, social organizations, grocery stores, and by donations from individuals within the community. PTF purchases perishable food from financial donations.

   In addition, PTF runs a monthly food drive generally on the 3rd Saturday of the month. Calendar. This monthly food drive has been successfully run every month for nine (9) consecutive years. 80% of the food in our food bank comes from these food drives. Check out the link to see the 2010/2011 schedule and what you may be able to do to help.

   All monies, when allocated to assist a family in crisis, are paid directly to the companies involved. Limited financial assistance will be considered for those in need after an in-depth interview and with all appropriate documentation in order. Homeless clients will be counseled and assistance will be provided as appropriate.

   We work in collaboration with many social service agencies. These additional services are reviewed with all clients. PTF maintains an informative Resource Board and all clients are given a Resource Guide for their reference. This Resource Guide covers a variety of subjects

   PTF is a Certified Application Site for Douglas County Human Resources. Forms and assistance can be obtained at PTF for assistance with services available through the County.

   The Job Board is updated twice weekly and details jobs that are local in Parker and/or within a 10-12 mile radius. Clients are able to review the job board any time that PTF is open.

   The Resource Board has information regarding a wide range of topics and services designed to assist clients with issues that are impacting their lives. Clients are able to review the Resource Board any time that PTF is open.

   We coordinate with various organizations and individuals in the community to provide special meals and various additional items. More Information on our holiday programs.

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Location & Hours

   The Parker Task Force facilities are located in the Parker Old Town Hall at 20118 E. Mainstreet, Unit D in Parker. The entrance is located on the lower level in the rear of this building. Google™ Map

We Have Changed Our Days Of Operation

    NOTICE  Effective January 3rd, 2012 the Parker Task Force will be open on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and
  Saturday from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm. Clients, as usual, must be here no later than 11:30 to receive services.
    Please note that we are closed on Sunday, Monday and Thursday.

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Client Eligibility and Requirements

   Clients must reside in our service area of Parker, Elizabeth or Franktown. Clients must also provide at the first visit and every subsequent visit thereafter: 

• Proof of residency must be dated within the last 30 days. This proof must be a legal piece of mail and show the street or service address.  Mail with P.O. Box numbers only does not qualify.

• Social Security Cards for every member of the family who will be receiving assistance. (Note: Once these are verified at the first visit they will not be needed in subsequent visits.)

• Current picture ID.

   PTF has no provisions for unlimited help. We are a short term crisis intervention agency. It is our stated mission to prevent homelessness by providing assistance to families in crisis. Clients are granted ten (10) lifetime visits. They may use these visits at their discretion. Extensions are possible. If clients apply to extend their visits, the PTF volunteer Client Review Committee will consider what compelling or unusual circumstance would justify the extension. PTF looks for steady progress toward reaching self-sufficiency during the client's visits. PTF provides a job and resource board. Our food bank is intended to help clients utilize what money they have more efficiently by being able to obtain groceries at their visits.

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Policy Regarding Children At The Parker Task Force

   While PTF recognizes that it is not always possible, it is strongly recommended that clients do not bring their children when visiting the Task Force. There are several reasons for this:

1. PTF has no provisions to provide supervised care.
2. PTF has no area specifically designated for child placement.
3. PTF is sometimes exceedingly busy, and children can be disruptive to the flow of work being
    performed.
4. There are times when the process is very time consuming.
5. PTF has a couple of entrances that open directly to busy parking lots. This poses a
    potential danger to children who will not remain in the building.

   Parents whose children cannot sit quietly, remain in the waiting area and stay clear of the work flow will be asked to remain with their children while their selections are chosen for them from the shopping room.
   PTF will also not tolerate children left alone and unattended in vehicles in the parking lot.
   Please try to make arrangements to have a friend, family member and/or day care providers to watch your children when you visit the Task Force (or bring someone with you who can adequately supervise your child(ren). This will insure a safe and pleasant environment for everyone.

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Funding

   PTF is funded by donations from organizations, churches, businesses, schools and individuals.

   PTF welcomes anyone who wants to do a food drive or fund raising campaign and asks that they coordinate with us in advance. Please contact Steve at 303-841-3460 for details, or write an email to foodbank@parkertaskforce.org to get started on the project.

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Referrals

   Referrals are encouraged from churches, schools, and medical and community agencies. A referral is not required to obtain assistance.

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Confidentiality

   Our all volunteer staff understands and respects the need for privacy. Therefore, we protect clients from any unauthorized disclosure of any kind. All client information is kept secure, with limited access to authorized staff members only.

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Speakers

   We are happy to have volunteers from PTF speak at meetings, schools, churches etc., to discuss the services we provide, our current needs, programs or special projects specific to your organization.

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How Can You help?

·         Food donations. Please insure that all containers are sealed and freshness dates are not expired.

·         Tax deductable monetary donations. For your convenience, there is a Pay Pal opportunity on this web site as well  Donations

·         Volunteer Your Time

·         Food drives/Fund raising campaigns (See Funding)

·         Special Projects/Eagle Scout Projects

·         Holiday Program Assistance

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For more information or to request assistance, please call us at 303.841.3460.