Pamphlets describing services at the Jefferson Center for Mental Health, Catholic Charities, American Red Cross, Lutheran Family Services, the city of Lakewood and other organizations fill a wall in the office. Many of the agencies kicked into gear within minutes of the shootings and have been active ever since. In the days after the shootings, the Red Cross fielded about 100 calls an hour, totaling about 2,000 calls related to Columbine, said spokesman Matt Bertram. We still have counselors available, and we're providing services on an as-needed basis,'' he said. Columbine Connections also can assist in choosing a resource or obtaining additional services and phone numbers.
Service provides advocacy, crisis intervention, victims' assistance and referral.
Group responds to victims of crimes and their families. Group provides information about community mental-health services outside Jefferson County. Individual consultation is available. The Denver Post. All rights reserved.