The Family Justice Center at Crossroads Safehouse, branded The HIVE, is now finished and ready to serve survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking and related harms across northern Colorado. The new center pulls advocacy, legal, housing and medical supports into one space so people can get coordinated help without trekking between multiple agencies. Crossroads has scheduled a community open house for March 24 from 4 to 6 p.m. at 421 Parker Street in Fort Collins.
What The HIVE Will Offer
The HIVE repurposes roughly 10,000 square feet of underused office space at Crossroads into a one-stop hub for survivors. The layout includes eight "soft interview" rooms, a children's playroom, a pantry, a clothing boutique, a medical unit and computer stations to support same-day services. As detailed by Crossroads Safehouse, the design is meant to cut down on travel and reduce re-traumatization by consolidating services and allowing partner agencies to meet survivors where they are.
Funding and Support
Federal and local funding helped seed the project. According to the U.S. Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women, Crossroads Safehouse received a $500,000 ICJR grant in FY 2024. Local philanthropy and in-kind partners, including support highlighted by the Boettcher Foundation, covered the remaining costs to complete the buildout.
Community Open House
Crossroads will open The HIVE to the public on March 24 for tours, staff introductions and an overview of partner services. Registration and event details are listed on Crossroads Safehouse.
Why Family Justice Centers Matter
The family justice center model is a nationally recognized approach that brings services for survivors into a single location and improves coordination among law enforcement, courts, health care and advocates. Environmental scans and peer-reviewed research, including an Abt Associates environmental scan and academic analyses, have documented improved access to services, higher survivor satisfaction and early evidence of reduced risk in some sites. These evaluations point to the promise of co-located services, while also emphasizing the need for continued assessment as centers expand.
How To Get Help
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911. For confidential local assistance, Crossroads operates a 24/7 helpline at 1-888-541-SAFE and maintains program information online, as listed on ColoradoGives. The HIVE's completion was also shared by Fort Collins Police Services.
