Griffith Centers has stood as a pillar of care and healing since 1927. As a nonprofit dedicated to mental and behavioral health, we serve individuals and families who’ve experienced trauma—with heart, compassion, and a vision for lasting change. Today, we support more than 3,000 children, adults, and families each year across the state of Colorado.
Our Why: Healing, Hope, and Human Potential
Equipping people with tools to thrive—not just survive.
At Griffith Centers, we believe that healing is possible for everyone. Our mission is to walk alongside individuals and families as they reclaim their stories, rebuild their resilience, and rediscover hope.
From the very first step, our team meets each person with nonjudgment, compassion, and deep respect—because everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and supported.
The Values That Shape Us
More than words—we live these every day.
We Lead with Service
We meet our communities’ needs through meaningful programming and human-centered care.
We Prioritize Safety
We foster spaces of psychological and physical safety—for both those we serve and those we work alongside.
We Act with Integrity
Ethical practices, honesty, and fairness guide every decision we make.
We’re Fueled by Purpose
Our passion for this mission drives us to show up fully for every client, every time.
We Rise Together
We believe collaboration is the cornerstone of transformation. Together, we go farther.
Programs That Meet the Moment
Griffith Centers specializes in a wide range of therapeutic, evidence-based mental health interventions designed to support families at risk of child maltreatment and trauma. Our services span several core program areas:
Outpatient Mental and Behavioral Health Services (Community Programs)
This core program delivers evidence-based in-home and community-based services for children and families facing risks related to maltreatment or trauma. Our staff work intensively with families to build strengths-based behaviors, teach proven coping skills, and support long-term stability. Services are provided in the home, at Griffith office locations, and via telehealth for those with transportation or access barriers.
ASK (Advocate for Kids’ Success) School & Truancy Program
In partnership with Adams 14 Schools, ASK delivers comprehensive wrap-around services to students at highest risk of disengaging from school. Support targets challenges such as academic struggles, mental health concerns, substance misuse, behavioral issues, unidentified learning disabilities, and family conflict.
Qualified Residential Treatment Program (QRTP)
Our QRTP serves children and adolescents removed from their homes who are experiencing the highest levels of trauma and acuity. Youth in this program receive intensive therapeutic support and typically participate in education and day treatment services designed to promote healing, regulation, and long-term resilience.
J. Wilkins Opportunity School & Day Treatment
This program provides specialized interventions and wrap-around services for students in grades 3–12 at the greatest risk of leaving school due to trauma, neglect, or abuse. Through PRTF programming, Griffith can also address additional grade levels as needed.
Foster Care Services
As a licensed Child Placement Agency, Griffith recruits, trains, and licenses foster parents while providing placements and ongoing support. Services include transition placements for youth exiting residential treatment, as well as adoption support for younger children.
Program Approved Service Agency (PASA)
Our PASA programming supports the intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) community through housing, supportive care, and specialized services, including our new Spec Hab residential option.
Additional Specialized Services
Substance Use Treatment Program – Offering intensive outpatient IOP and partial hospitalization PHP (coming soon) services, integrated with our QRTP to provide comprehensive, trauma-informed care.
Vocational Opportunities for Older Youth – Including hands-on culinary training through Griffith’s Kitchen.
Experiential Education & Curriculum-Based Community Activities (CBCA) – Engaging youth in learning through real-world, community-based experiences.
Animal-Assisted Therapy – Providing therapeutic support rooted in connection, emotional regulation, and trust-building (through residential and day treatment only)
Relinquishment Framework
Griffith’s President and CEO, Tania Sossi, has developed a new Relinquishment Framework to support children and families navigating voluntary or involuntary termination of parental rights – a deeply traumatic process. This training is now being implemented across Colorado, equipping professionals with practical tools and guidance to better support families during this critical transition.
Legacy in Action
A Century of Care—and We’re Just Getting Started
Emily Griffith was more than an educator—she was a force for good. Her vision to uplift children through shelter, education, and compassionate support is the foundation of all we do.
What started as a small shelter for boys has grown into a statewide network of life-changing services—offering healing, hope, and opportunity to thousands each year.
See Our Impact in Motion
Stories of resilience, community, and commitment.
By the Numbers: A Legacy of Impact
Because behind every number is a life changed.
Kids Served in 2024
Family Members Served in 2024
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Contact Info
10190 Bannock St. Suite 120
Northglenn, CO 80260
EIN: 84-0404251
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Griffith Centers holds the following licenses and certifications:
Council on Accreditation (COA) of Services for Families and Children, Inc.
Behavioral Health Administration (BHA)
Colorado Department of Education (CDE)
COGNIA (formerly known as AdvancED)
North Central Association of Schools
Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS)
For inquiries regarding our licenses and certifications, please contact us at info@griffithcenters.org.