Sad News for Colorado Homeless: Grand Junction Shelter to Close

Homelessness, unfortunately, is a widespread problem across the globe, and it exists in most communities across the state of Colorado as well. One of the communities in the Centennial State that is forced to deal with this issue is Grand Junction, and for years, a prominent shelter known as HomewardBound has assisted the less fortunate members of the community.

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However, after a long battle predominantly influenced by financial issues, that particular homeless shelter will be closing its doors for good in the near future.

Grand Junction’s HomewardBound Shelter Helps the Homeless

For a number of years, the HomewardBound of the Grand Valley homeless shelter at 2853 North Avenue in Grand Junction has provided shelter for countless homeless individuals in the community and has also served as a place for homeless people to go to seek emergency care.

HomewardBound also provides care for people with medical and behavioral issues, and has assisted with getting the less fortunate members of the community employment opportunities and legal services.

In addition, HomewardBound helps the most vulnerable homeless residents of Grand Junction, children, by providing a designated children’s library and play area, and assists with things like homework and reading, while offering a safe environment for things like playtime as well.

While HomewardBound has multiple locations in the city, Grand Junction’s North Avenue location is unfortunately going to be closing its doors for good in the near future.

Grand Junction’s HomewardBound is Closing Soon

HomewardBound in Grand Junction, particularly the North Avenue location, has been struggling financially lately and has been forced to close its doors numerous times in recent memory.

Unfortunately, it has been reported that the North Avenue location of HomewardBound will be forced to close its doors for good on February 28, 2026, and will be shutting down intake after February 27.

Check out the full story from KJCT News 8 here.