Ready to Work Program House and Tri-Cities Homeless Navigation Center

Bridge House, a Colorado-based non-profit organization, has expanded services with the Ready to Work program house in Englewood, alongside the Tri-Cities Homeless Navigation Center. This is the third Ready to Work location for Bridge House.

Ready to Work Program House

The Ready to Work program house provides 50 long-term beds, offering a comprehensive approach to sustainably change the lives of adults experiencing homelessness. The 9-12 month transitional work program focuses on:

  • Paid Employment: Participants engage in paid work with an outdoor landscape crew, contracted for projects within the Tri-Cities area, working up to 29 hours per week.

  • Housing: A sober, communal living environment is provided for men and women, including three daily meals, onsite laundry facilities, transportation, and 24/7 staffing support.

  • Case Management: Individuals receive comprehensive support through trauma-informed and evidence-based group sessions, addiction and sobriety resources, one-on-one case management, career and financial counseling, mentoring and an aftercare program.


Ready to Work Program Intake Process

Community Impact

  • Three of four program participants graduate in 9-12 months.

  • 80% of graduates are still employed, independently housed, and stable in recovery 12 months post graduation.

  • $36,000– Average annual benefit of individual graduates from Bridge House’s Ready to Work program with positive housing and employment outcomes (now paying taxes and contributing to the workforce and housing economy).

  • $3M– Estimated annual boost to each host city economy based on 30-36 annual Ready to Work graduates.

Tri-Cities Homeless Navigation Center

Neighboring the Ready to Work house, the Tri-Cities’ Homeless Navigation Center offers 20 short-term beds and essential day programming. This center concentrates on collaborative case management to identify opportunities and address obstacles for individuals seeking long-term housing solutions, including application to the Ready to Work program. It is important to note that the Navigation Center is not an emergency weather shelter or a drop-off location for overnight lodging.

Navigation Center Intake Process

  • Walk-in services available Monday-Friday (9-3 p.m.)

  • A second (and ongoing) nights are permitted with a case manager meeting and housing solution plan (including Ready to Work)

Community Impact

  • The goal is to have a housing or other long-term solution within 28 days of entry, including a Ready to Work option.

  • $12,000– Average annual benefit of individuals served through Tri-Cities Homeless Navigation Center with positive housing outcome.