Services

We recognize and honor the strength of Native survivors

We provide time and space for Native survivors in the Colorado Springs region to be supported in their own Indigenous identity, while receiving services that respond to domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, dating violence, and/or sex trafficking.

Our advocacy goes beyond providing a service or managing a case. We look to restore power in Indigenous societies, undo the impacts of colonization, reclaim Indigenous values that promote healing and balance, and foster community.

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What to expect when you contact us

  • Your safety is our number one priority.

  • We provide confidential conversations with Native survivors.

  • We will listen and work with you to determine the best path forward to ensure you are safe now and in the future.

Advocacy Services

Our advocates are here to support American Indian and Alaska Native people who have survived domestic or sexual violence. We will help you navigate complicated systems and access the tools and information you’ll need throughout the process. Our goal is to reduce barriers for you whenever possible. Most importantly, we serve survivors for as long as it takes for you to live a healthy, safe, and peaceful life.

Our advocacy services include:

  • One-on-one support

  • Assistance with protection orders and safety plans

  • Education about different types of violence

  • Support groups

  • Financial, legal and housing options

  • Referrals for additional support services

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CEDAR Men’s Program

Cultural & Emotional Development, Accountability & Resilience

A program to bring Native men (and male identifying) together in a culturally and spiritually based space of healing. All Native men who identify as struggling in any capacity, whether it be related to sobriety, corrections or child welfare involvement, mental health or generational trauma are welcome to participate. This is not a program open to child sex offenders in any capacity.

Our men’s advocacy services include:

  • Sobriety Groups

  • DV Offender Talking Circle

  • Career Readiness

  • Fatherhood Classes

  • Cultural Support

  • Traditional Teachings

SAGE Elder’s Program

Support & Advocacy for Generational Empowerment

A program to bring Native Elders together in a culturally and spiritually space of healing with a goal to prevent Elder abuse and isolation.

Our Elder’s advocacy services include:

  • Abuse Prevention

  • Sobriety Groups

  • Talking Circles

  • Health & Wellness

  • Resource Referrals

“We are here to make sure every Indigenous woman in Colorado Springs feels safe and has everything they need to live a happy, healthy, and prosperous life. I like to think of us as everyone’s auntie—we’re here to help you and get you back on your feet.”
— Alyssa Bravo (Comanche), Sweetgrass Advocate

  • Parenting Classes

    Positive Indian Parenting (PIP) is an 8-10 week curriculum, developed by the National Indian Child Welfare Association, that provides practical and culturally specific training for American Indian and Alaska Native parents.

    We are able to facilitate the Nurturing Parenting Program, utilizing the Native specific curriculum.

    We also offer a fatherhood course.

  • Sobriety Circles

    We offer closed Native only sobriety talking circles. Some discussions will be centered in Wellbriety teachings but these are groups designed to best meet the needs of the Relatives attending.

  • Women’s Wellness Group

    We believe when we heal as individuals, we also heal as a community. Sweetgrass provides Native-specific groups to create community and solidarity between survivors and allies. Our gatherings embrace the strength and beauty of the many Native cultures that make up our Colorado Springs Indigenous community.

    Together, we’ll discuss domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, dating violence, and sex trafficking, as well as the Indigenous ways of being and personal sovereignty that are central to healing.

  • Indigenous Healing Garden/Medicines

    We operate Piath Ket Naa Nath, a garden space to heal historical and generational trauma through the cultivation of Indigenous plants and medicines. Our garden is a powerful tool to help survivors on their road to recovery. This space provides an outdoor meeting area to hold facilitated groups away from the isolation many survivors experience. Lodge is also held in this space.

    We know our traditional ways offer comfort and healing from trauma. Sweetgrass provides access to traditional medicines such as sage, cedar, sweetgrass, or pollen that can help bring relief during trying times. We grow much of these in our garden.

  • Healthy Native Relationships Classes

    This is a 10 week curriculum developed by the Native Wellness Institute. This class blends the teachings of our ancestors with the realities of today’s world by creating and maintaining healthy relationships with our partners, our families and our community.

  • Financial Empowerment Workshops

    A 7 week program based on recognizing financial abuse, credit rebuilding, and Indigenous philosophies toward wealth.

    We strive to help survivors begin on the path to homeownership.

  • Culturally Centered Workshops & Classes

    Ribbon skirt, beadwork, and others. Contact us for the full list of our available classes and workshops.

  • Traditional Health Based Activities

    Kayaking, hiking, traditional food education, yoga and equine therapy. We also provided limited doula and lactation advocacy for Program Relatives

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