The Wellness Winnie is experiencing short-term schedule changes due to citywide response to Mayor Johnston’s emergency declaration around homelessness. Should there be scheduling interruptions, we encourage our clients to utilize Wellness Winnie services in other locations of the city. To inquire about schedule interruptions or cancellations directly with a Wellness Winnie staff member, please call or text 720-908-5401.
Denver’s Wellness Winnie Van
Wellness Winnie is Denver’s mobile unit offering support, assistance, and resources to those in need, where they are. Each week, Wellness Winnie, a “fun size” RV, has a scheduled travel route through Denver for the purpose of providing behavioral health and support services.
Wellness Winnie is staffed with mental health counselors and peer navigators. Through shared experiences, peer navigators are skilled to support recovery and mental well-being.
The Wellness Winnie menu of services includes: Peer Support Navigation, Informal classes and presentations, Needle (used syringe or needle) disposal, Active referral to services, such as: medical, legal, social services, Distribution of items, such as: socks, gloves, toiletries, etc., Rehydration and cooling from the heat, Warming from the cold, & Narcan/Naloxone distribution. Please note that COVID-19 testing will not be provided at these sites.
In the fall of 2023, the Wellness Winnie program will expand to include two additional “Mini Winnies” to the fleet. The new Mini Winnies will allow for more mental and behavioral health services at additional locations and community events.
Available dates for the Wellness Winnie van in Denver at the Street Fraternity, 8720 E. Colfax Ave. (back parking lot), in Denver is on Tuesday, October 03, 10, 17, 24, & 31 from 03:30 – 06:00 pm.