Resource navigators with Grand Valley Connects are adjusting their in-person availability at Mesa County Libraries to meet community needs, according to a Feb. 11 news release from the county.

While many community members connect by phone or through the website, walk-in services at centralized locations are valuable to those without reliable technology or transportation.

“We understand how overwhelming resource navigation can be. We want to meet community members where they are and empower them to pursue a healthy and stable future,” said Fallon Knez, Grand Valley Connects supervisor.

Services are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the following locations and times each:

Central Library, 443 N. Sixth St., first and third Tuesdays each month, 12–2 p.m.

Clifton Library, 3270 D 1/2 Road, second and fourth Tuesdays each month, 12–2 p.m.

Health and Human Services Building, 510 29 1/2 Road, Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Friday, 7:30 a.m.–noon.

Community members can contact Grand Valley Connects by calling 970-683-2663 or visiting grandvalleyconnects.com. A simple referral form is available online to begin the process.

When a community member sits down with a resource navigator, they will have a conversation regarding what needs they have. This includes a 10-15 minute intake to get the whole picture of what needs and resources might be available to the community member. Then, they make a plan regarding next steps to connect to the appropriate resources. The resource navigator follows up at 30, 60 and 90 days.