DENVER — As communities in La Plata and Archuleta counties begin to clean up after massive flooding that damaged more than 100 homes, nonprofits are stepping up in a unique way to help families find a place to stay.

Mile High United Way's 2-1-1 Help Center has partnered with Durango's Team Up and Airbnb's nonprofit arm to provide emergency housing to anyone displaced by the floods. Airbnb.org is letting impacted residents stay at properties in the area for free so they can focus on getting back on their feet.

Residents can call 2-1-1 to reach Mile High United Way call takers and get connected to the service. The hotline is available to anyone in the state to access critical resources such as food, shelter, rental assistance, and childcare at any time.

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