COVID-19

One of our core beliefs is Safe and Sound

This means we are taking proactive measures to promote health, safety and stability for our members and Maikers as we respond to the development of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) in our community. We recognize that COVID-19 is having and will continue to have many impacts on our members and Maikers, and our team is working behind the scenes to implement our Infectious Disease Response Plan in a way that best serves our mission.

We will continue to update this page as more information is known and as we take additional actions in response to this public health pandemic.

Contact Us

Contact our remote working team via the website or our general email address.

Phone: 303.227.2075
Video Relay: 1.866.327.8877
CO Relay: 1.800.659.2656

For property specific inquiries, please contact your property representative or utilize our general contact lines for communication

Critical Updates

Are you struggling to pay rent during this crisis?

Maiker understands the significant impacts of the COVID-19 State of Emergency and highly encourages members who may struggle to meet their rent payments to contact us to set up a payment plan that is customized to your individual situation.

In addition, Maiker will not be instituting rent late fees until further notice. Contact Us today to arrange for your individualized payment plan.

All Maiker offices are closed to the public until further notice.

All Maiker offices are closed to the public until further notice. Effective March 16, all Maiker offices will remain closed to the public for all non-essential engagements during this COVID-19 Colorado State of Emergency. While we are primarily working remotely, we will have a small staff presence throughout our communities facilitating essential, prescheduled appointments governed by adherence to social distancing best practices of maintaining 6ft distancing between people. We greatly appreciate your collaboration during this state of emergency and strict commitment to social distancing and excellent public hygiene. You can reach our team by emailing us directly, via our website or via phone.

Member Updates

As of March 13, 2020, in an effort to keep our members and Maikers Safe and Sound, Maiker instituted the following policies in response to the COVID-19 crisis.

Maiker will follow and abide by the Federal CARES Act Eviction Moratorium. For more information on this policy view a breakdown of the guidelines created by the National Housing Law Project.
Our Property Ops Emergency Maintenance Work Order Protocol was put into effect. This process is similar to our after-hours on call dynamic and will be evaluated on a weekly basis until we are through this state of emergency.
Issued a moratorium on all late fees across our housing portfolio until further notice.
Cancelled all Maiker-sponsored member meetings across all of our communities and will continue to reinforce among our community members the Governor’s orders to shelter in place until further notice
Increased our cleaning practices in common areas and offices to ensure high touch areas are cleaned no less than twice a day in addition to the meeting cleaning policy.
Posted the CDC’s COVID-19 Stop the Spread Posters in all Leasing Offices in both English and Spanish.

Adams County Information

Maiker advocates on behalf of and provides services to all residents of Adams County. The following policies have been put into place to ensure all residents may continue to have access to Maiker programs and remain Safe and Sound when interacting with Maikers.

Issued a policy requiring all non-essential meetings with partners to be conducted via teleconference.
Implemented a no hand shaking or side hug policy.
All Housing Choice Voucher Program participants who are recertifying will receive a self-addressed stamped return envelope to mail in their documents and we will be flexible for participants who may experience delays in responding due to COVID-19.
We are actively evaluating all programs and services that require in-person gatherings (i.e. rent and utility workshops) to find safer ways for participation. We will share updates as new ways of engaging are determined.

Essential Health Precautions

Stay home when you are sick and keep your children at home when they are sick.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
Avoid sharing cups and eating utensils with others.
Practice social distancing – stay 6ft apart from one another during this state of emergency.
Limit attending non-essential self-organized community meetings if you are in a high-risk category.

Additional Resources

Immediate Human Services: 211 Colorado

Colorado’s confidential and multilingual central location to connect with over 7,500 health and human service resources. Dial 2-1-1, Text your zip code to 898-211, or visit 211Colorado.org

Taxes

All federal and state tax filing deadlines have been extended to July 15, 2020.

Health Insurance

Connect for Health Colorado will extend an Emergency Special Enrollment period for uninsured Coloradans until Thursday, April 30, 2020.

Employment Opportunities

Connecting Colorado is part of a state and county-run system that delivers immediate, tangible results for your future. Visit Connecting for Colorado

Public Health Information on COVID-19

CO-Help (Colorado’s call line for the COVID19): 303-389-1687

Unemployment

Workers affected by COVID-19 closures may be eligible for additional assistance as a result of the recently passed CARES Act. Learn more at the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment – Visit the website in the early morning or late evening hours for best service.