COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – The Fourth Judicial District is proud to celebrate the first anniversary of Division CARE (Court Assisted Recovery from Eviction), Colorado’s only eviction recovery program of its kind. Launched as a pilot program with grant funding from the National Center for State Courts (NCSC) on Nov. 27, 2023, Division CARE has significantly impacted the lives of tenants and landlords by addressing housing insecurity and stabilizing the local community. 

On average, the Fourth Judicial District sees nearly 750 eviction cases filed each month. The program has steadily grown to provide assistance to 100 of those cases every month. This translates into over 13% of all monthly Forcible Entry and Detainer (FED) filings being successfully connected to essential resources, frequently resulting in cases being dismissed before trial can even occur. These efforts have helped participants avoid eviction, secure stable housing, and access mediation or legal assistance. 

“Division CARE has proven that innovative, collaborative approaches can make a difference in reducing housing instability,” said Magistrate Andrea Paprzycki, the program’s founder. “By working with community partners, we have turned a critical challenge into an opportunity to restore dignity and hope for individuals and families facing eviction.” 

One program participant shared, “For the very first time in my life, I do not feel like I have to carry the weight of the world all by myself, and I am so very grateful for you and for my judge yesterday who told me about this program.”  

As Colorado faces housing affordability challenges, Division CARE serves as a model for other districts and jurisdictions considering similar programs. 

The Fourth Judicial District serves El Paso and Teller counties and is committed to providing fair and accessible justice for all.  

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The Colorado Judicial Branch works to provide equal access to justice, contribute to public safety, and strengthen the rule of law across Colorado. Together, our courts and probation departments are committed to impartial and timely dispute resolution, support for families, litigants, and victims, client rehabilitation, and meaningful community engagement.