
Behavioral Health Reform in Colorado: Putting People First
On April 8, 2019, Gov. Jared Polis directed the Colorado Department of Human Services to spearhead Colorado’s Behavioral Health Task Force. The mission of the task force was to evaluate and set the roadmap to improve the current behavioral health system in the state. In September 2020, the task force released its blueprint, as well as several other reports, that outline our vision for reform.
Today, we are focused on implementing the Task Force's recommendations. Please check this webpage often to learn how we're making behavioral health care accessible, affordable and equitable for all Coloradans.
Read our reports
Key Initiatives
Creating a Behavioral Health Administration
One of the key recommendations of the Task Force is to establish a Behavioral Health Administration, or BHA. The BHA will be a single state agency to lead and promote the State’s behavioral health priorities, ensure that behavioral health services respond to the changing needs of communities, monitor state and local outcomes, and evaluate state efforts.
BHA Bill Stakeholder Engagement
On February 16, Colorado Representatives Mary Young and Rod Pelton introduced House Bill 21-1097 to support the analysis and planning that needs to be completed to establish the BHA. Senators Rhonda Fields and Bob Gardner are also sponsoring the bill
We held two stakeholder meetings on the bill. Review the meeting slides and watch our recordings, which include ASL interpretation:
BHA Change Management
We have engaged Health Management Associates (HMA) to develop a plan to establish the BHA. Learn more about the change management process.
Engagement Opportunities: Register for a virtual community open forum on March 18 from 10:30 a.m. to noon or take the online stakeholder survey!
Additional Activities
- Services for Co-Occurring Disability & Behavioral Health: A new workgroup will identify actionable recommendations to improve access to behavioral health care for people with disabilities and co-occurring behavioral health conditions, to include marginalized communities. The full workgroup is expected to meet between January and April, with final recommendations expected no later than May 2021. The recommendations will be integrated into the Blueprint comprehensive implementation plan.
- Address the Workforce Shortage: The Behavioral Health Workforce Development Workgroup is tasked with identifying both short-term and long-term solutions. Recommendations for solutions will be as specific as possible to ease the implementation when resources are available. The recommendations will be integrated into the Blueprint comprehensive implementation plan.
- Develop a Proposal to Expand the Safety Net System: Per SB 19-222, CDHS must work with stakeholders to develop a comprehensive proposal to strengthen and expand the safety net system. The proposal must include what behavioral health services each community must have access to in each region of the state, as well as a funding model to ensure the viability of the safety net system. This proposal must be submitted by July 1, 2021.
- Get Involved!
- Join a work group! Current work groups include (1) co-occurring disabilities and behavioral health; (2) Medicaid; (3) Private Insurance; and (4) Workforce. Sign up here!
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Send us an idea or suggestion to cdhs_bhtf@state.co.us
- Blueprint and Implementation Webinar and Meeting Recordings
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- Behavioral Health Reform Update to BHTF Executive Committee | Dec. 16, 2020 | Watch the recording
- Implementation Stakeholder Meeting - Counties | Dec. 15, 2020 | Watch the recording
- Implementation Stakeholder Meeting - Providers | Dec. 14, 2020 | Watch the recording
- State Agency Blueprint Townhall | Oct. 26, 2020 | Watch the recording
- BHTF Blueprint Townhall | Oct. 7, 2020 | Watch the recording
- Upcoming Meetings and Meeting Resources
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- Meeting Calendar
- Behavioral Health Task Force and Subcommittee Members Quarterly Meetings
- Former Behavioral Health Task Force and Subcommittee Members hear quarterly updates on behavioral health reform. The next meeting will take place on Wednesday, February 24 from 3-5 p.m. Register for the meeting.
Meeting Resources
- Behavioral Health Workforce Workgroup
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This workgroup is tasked with identifying both short-term and long-term solutions to address the workforce shortage. A culturally responsive and diverse behavioral health workforce is needed to deliver high-quality healthcare access to all Coloradans.
- Cadence of Meetings: This workgroup meets twice per month for 90 minutes at a time. Participants will be asked to complete work in between meetings.
- Contact for Questions: Summer Gathercole
The Behavioral Health Workforce Workgroup will host a kick off meeting this March. Check back for the meeting date and time. - Co-Occurring Disabilities and Behavioral Health Working Group
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Meeting Schedule
Utilizing the Behavioral Health Task Force six pillars and 19 recommendations and the considerations posed by the CDBH participants, this workgroup will identify actionable recommendations to improve access to behavioral health care for people with disabilities and co-occurring behavioral health conditions, to include marginalized communities.
- Cadence of Meetings: The full workgroup is open to the public and meets biweekly.
- Contact for Questions: Youngsin Joh
Except for January, all meetings will occur each month on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month from 9-10:30 a.m. Register for the meetings here.
- March 10, 2021
- Mar 24, 2021
- Apr 14, 2021
- Apr 28, 2021
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- Co-Occurring Disabilities and Behavioral Health Steering Committee
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Utilizing the Behavioral Health Task Force six pillars and 19 recommendations and the considerations posed by the CDBH participants, the Steering Committee will identify actionable recommendations to improve access to behavioral health care for people with disabilities and co-occurring behavioral health conditions, to include marginalized communities.
- Cadence of Meetings: The Steering Committee (i.e., voting members) meets every other week.
- Contact for Questions: Youngsin Joh
Members of the public are invited to listen to Steering Committee meetings. All meetings will occur each month on the first and third Wednesdays of each month from 9-10 a.m. Listen to the meetings here.
- March 3, 2021
- March 17, 2021
- April 7, 2021
- April 21, 2021
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- Medicaid Alignment Working Group
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Stakeholders will be invited to participate in meetings; the state will share potential directions for the implementation of the BH Blueprint for Reform and get feedback on considerations, decision points, and concerns in execution.
- Cadence of Meetings: This workgroup will meet in March and April.
- Contact for Questions: Cristen Bates
- Contact to be added to invite: Youngsin Joh
Medicaid Alignment Workgroup Discussions: March-April 2021
Via the Medicaid Alignment Workgroup, stakeholders will hear the potential directions for the implementation of the Behavioral Health Blueprint for Reform recommendations. Participants will be asked to provide feedback on considerations, decision points, and concerns in execution. All meetings will be recorded and posted on our webpage.
Medicaid 101: March 8 from 3:30-5 p.m. MST
Join us to hear an overview of Medicaid, the nation’s public health insurance program for people with low income. You will learn about its federal-state partnership, how it has evolved in recent years, and how it is structured in other states. This session will be facilitated by Health Management Associates (HMA), a national firm working with the State of Colorado to develop the plan to implement the Behavioral Health Administration. Register here.Governance: March 16 from 1:30-3 p.m. MST
The Behavioral Health Administration (BHA), which is expected to be launched in July 2022, will lead and promote the State’s behavioral health priorities, ensure that behavioral health services respond to the changing needs of communities, monitor state and local data, and evaluate state efforts. Join us for this discussion with CHDS, HCPF and DOI to hear an update on the BHA legislation, and the possible governance structures. Register here.Safety Net: April 5 from 12-1:30 p.m. MST
SB19-222 requires that HCPF and CDHS work together to develop a comprehensive proposal to strengthen and expand the safety net system that provides behavioral health services for individuals with severe behavioral health disorders. Join this discussion to learn about the proposed model and share your feedback. Register here.Children & Youth: April 19 from 12-1:30 p.m. MST
The Behavioral Health Task Force embraced the need for Colorado’s behavioral health system to distinctly meet the needs of children and youth. Young people have different needs than adults and are offered developmentally appropriate remedies and culturally competent services that an adult system cannot offer. Join us for this discussion on how their needs can be met. Register here.
Learn more about the Behavioral Health Task Force
- About the BHTF
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- BHTF committees
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The task force was comprised of 25 members. There were also three subcommittees with 25 members each. Those subcommittees were:
- State Safety Net: This subcommittee shall offer a roadmap to ensure that every Coloradan, regardless of acuity level, ability to pay, or co-occurring disabilities, can obtain appropriate behavioral health services in their community.
- Children's Behavioral Health: This subcommittee should develop a plan to address how we deliver and manage children’s behavioral health and improve outcomes.
- Long-Term Competency: Consistent with a recent consent decree entered into by the Colorado Department of Human Services, this subcommittee should develop a comprehensive plan for individuals in the criminal justice system who have been found incompetent to proceed and future solutions to increase community interventions as a means to reduce demand on forensic solutions to mental health.
- COVID-19 Special Assignment Committee: In May of 2020, Governor Polis directed the Behavioral Health Task Force to create a new Covid-19 Special Assignment Committee, co-chaired by the Colorado Department of Human Services and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. The goal of this special assignment committee is to:
- Create an interim report that highlights the short- and long-term impacts of COVID-19 on the behavioral health system, including access to behavioral health services, especially for vulnerable and underserved populations.
- Evaluate the behavioral health crisis response in Colorado to COVID-19 and provide recommendations for the Behavioral Health Task Force's blueprint on improvements of behavioral health services for response during any potential future crisis.
- BHTF members
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- Executive Committee
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Director Michelle Barnes, Colorado Department of Human Services
Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera
Deputy Manager Barbara Drake, Douglas County
Director Jill Hunsaker Ryan, Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment
Director Kim Bimestefer, Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing
Commissioner Michael Conway, Division of InsuranceTask Force members:
Vincent Atchity, Mental Health Colorado
DenverDaniel Darting, Signal Behavioral Health Network
Greenwood VillageRaul De Villegas-Decker, RDV Executive Consulting
Grand JunctionJill Derrieux, Mesa Youth Services, Inc. dba Mesa County Partners
Grand JunctionRebecca Ela, Delta County Memorial Hospital
HotchkissC. Neill Epperson, University of Colorado School of Medicine
AuroraMichael Fields, Colorado Rising Action
ParkerRana Gonzales, WINS
Manitou SpringsDeidre Johnson, Center for African American Health
DenverTracy Kraft-Tharp, General Assembly
DenverLois Landgraf, General Assembly
DenverJennifer Lynn Fanning, Grand County Rural Health Network
Hot Sulphur SpringsGlenn Most, SCL Health
Wheat RidgeCory Notestine, Colorado Springs School District 1
Colorado SpringsPatricia Oliver, Oliver Behavioral Consultants
BroomfieldByron Pelton, Commissioner Logan County
SterlingValerie Schlecht, Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition
DenverMeg Taylor, Rocky Mountain Health Plans
Greenwood VillageLaura Teachout, NAMI Colorado Springs Board Member
Colorado SpringsBrian Turner, Solvista Health
Canon CitySelwyn Whiteskunk, Ute Mountain Tribe
TowaocEx-officio members:
Kate Greenberg, Colorado Department of Agriculture
Brey Hopkins, Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs
Nancy Ingalls, Douglas County Schools (for CDE)
Debbie Oldenettel, Colorado Department of Public Safety
Patty Salazar, Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies
Dean Williams, Colorado Department of Corrections - State Safety Net Subcommittee
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Aubrey Boggs
DenverFrank Cornelia, Colorado Behavioral Healthcare Council
DenverKevin Duffy, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
Castle RockMelissa Eddleman, Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing
DenverMarilyn Fausset
BoulderAlison George, Colorado Department of Local Affairs
DenverKimberly Gonzales, Las Animas Huerfano Counties District Health Department
TrinidadJoy Hart, Colorado Department of Corrections
DenverNancy Jackson, Arapahoe County
LittletonCarl LoFaro
AuroraMeighen Lovelace
AvonTom Manzione, Attention Homes
BoulderMike Nugent, Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment
DenverJohn Pickett III, Larimer County Human Services
LovelandAisha Rousseau, Denver Office of Disability Rights
DenverDeb Ruttenberg, Grand County Department of Human Services
Hot Sulphur SpringsJessica Schart, Kit Carson County Department of Public Health and Environment
BurlingtonRichard Simms, Richard S Simms PC
LittletonLauren Snyder, Mental Health Colorado
DenverSarah Vaine, Summit County Government
BreckenridgeEva Veitch, Region 10 LEAP
MontroseTraci Walker, Aurora Municipal Courts
AuroraRobert Werthwein, Colorado Department of Human Services
DenverEx-officio members:
Kristina Daniel, Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc.
AlamosaRickey Gray, Cedar Springs Hospital
Colorado SpringsKiara Kuenzler, Jefferson Center for Mental Health
Wheat Ridge - Children's Behavioral Health Subcommittee
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Morgan Bruss, Harrison School District 2
Colorado SpringsMegan Burch, Eagle County Department of Human Services
EagleSarah Davidon
DenverSamantha Field, Mental Health Professional
DenverMartha Fraley, Pediatric Partners of the Southwest
DurangoBrook Griese, Judi’s House/JAG Institute
DenverJennifer Grote, Denver Health
DenverCamille Harding, Colorado Department of Human Services
DenverRebecca Hea, Denver Children’s Home
DenverMelissa Janiszewski, Office of Children’s Affairs
DenverDawn Khederian, The Vanguard School
Colorado SpringsJohn Laukkanen, Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing
DenverCarol Meredith, The Arc Arapahoe & Douglas
CentennialDafna Michaelson Jenet, General Assembly
DenverAaron Miltenberger, Boys & Girls Clubs of the San Luis Valley
AlamosaLindsey Myers, Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment
DenverLeslie Patterson
Colorado SpringsJessica Peck, Jessica K. Peck, Attorney at Law
DenverLindsay Reeves, Catholic Charities Diocese of Pueblo
PuebloLenya Robinson, Jefferson Center for Mental Health
Wheat RidgeShannon Secrest
AuroraShannon Van Deman, Children’s Hospital Colorado
AuroraStephanie Villafuerte, Office of Colorado’s Child Protection Ombudsman
DenverKathryn Wells, Kempe Center for the Prevention and Treatment of Child Abuse and Neglect
AuroraLisa Zimprich, Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8
FountainEx-officio member:
Jamie Murrary, Cañon City School District
Canon City - Long-Term Competency Subcommittee
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Lacey Anne Berumen, TRACKtech LLC
Greenwood VillageAlison Butler, Disability Law Colorado
DenverSu Coffey, Hollywood Showcase Denver
DenverAlexis Giese, Colorado Access
AuroraBrian Gonzales, University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work
DenverRavid Moshe “Moses” Gur, Colorado Behavioral Healthcare Council
DenverBen Harris, Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Finance
DenverJoy Hart, Colorado Department of Corrections
DenverDaric Harvey, Cañon City Police
Cañon CityPeggy Heil, Colorado Department of Public Safety
DenverTim Lane, Colorado District Attorney's Council
DenverRichard Martinez, University of Colorado School of Medicine
DenverLucienne Ohanian, Colorado State Public Defender
DenverBrenda Pace, Pueblo County Attorney’s Office
PuebloSasha Rai, Denver Health
DenverCordelia Rosenberg, University of Colorado
AuroraJessica Russell, Health Solutions
PuebloCarleigh Sailon, Mental Health Center of Denver
DenverJonathan Shamis, State of Colorado Judge
LeadvilleRana Shaner
OlatheJuan Silva, Denver District Attorney’s Office
DenverCali Thole, SummitStone Health Partners
Fort CollinsMary Thomas
LongmontRobert Werthwein, Colorado Department of Human Services
Denver - COVID-19 Special Assignment Committee
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Yadira Caraveo, State House of Representatives
Cara Cheevers, Colorado Division of Insurance
Lila Cummings, Colorado Hospital Association
Curt Drennen, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, co-chair
Daniel Darting, Signal Behavioral Health Network
Doyle Forrestel, Colorado Behavioral Healthcare Council
Camille Harding, Colorado Department of Human Services
Joy Hart, Colorado Department of Corrections
Brenda Heimbach, El Paso County Public Health Office
DeAnne House, Ute Mountain Ute
Cheri Jahn, Colorado Provider Association
Jan James, Larimer County Human Services
Tracy Johnson, Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing
Kim Nordstrom, Colorado Access
Carrie Paykoc, Office of eHealth Innovation
Rod Pelton, State House of Representatives
Dianne Primavera, Lt. Governor
Susie Walton, Park County Human Services
Robert Werthwein, Colorado Department of Human Services, co-chair
Leon Wittner, Consumer/Parent
Anthony Young, Association of Black Psychologists
- Public testimonies
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The Behavioral Health Task Force heard from the public about their journey within the behavioral health system, the challenges that are still being worked through, suggestions to make the behavioral health system work for all Coloradans, the groups where support has been found, and the resources that helped find success.
View or listen to public testimonies
These videos are used to inform the Behavioral Health Task Force about personal journeys and experiences through the behavioral health system in Colorado. The views, thoughts and opinions expressed by the individuals appearing in the videos belong solely to those individuals. They do not necessarily reflect the policy or position of the Colorado Department of Human Services. The inclusion of these videos on this website does not constitute any endorsement by CDHS of the views expressed therein.
By topic:
Substance use disorders video | audio
Long-term competency video | audio
Children's behavioral health video | audio
General behavioral health video | audio
Provider testimonies video | audio
By location/date:
Breckenridge 9.27.19 video | audio
Colorado Springs 2.26.20 video | audio
Denver 12.5.19 video | audio
Douglas County 8.28.19 video | audio
Eagle County 1.31.20 video | audio
Grand Junction 10.22.19 video | audio
Westminster 9.27.19 video | audio
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Meeting resources for all past meetings can be accessed here.
August 27, 2020 meeting
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August 14, 2020 meeting
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July 30, 2020 meeting
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July 7, 2020 meeting
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June 26, 2020 meeting
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June 9, 2020 meeting
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June 5, 2020 meeting
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May 12, 2020 meeting
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March 13, 2020 meeting
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February 13, 2020 meeting
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January 24, 2020 meeting
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January 15, 2020 meeting
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December 11, 2019 meeting
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November 12, 2019 meeting
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October 2, 2019 meeting
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September 12, 2019 meeting
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August 7, 2019 meeting
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July 1, 2019 meeting
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June 18, 2020 meeting
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June 4, 2020 meeting
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May 21, 2020 meeting
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May 7, 2020 meeting
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March 5, 2020 meeting
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February 6, 2020 meeting
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January 16, 2020 meeting
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December 19, 2019 meeting
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November 7, 2019 meeting
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October 17, 2019 meeting
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October 3, 2019 meeting
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September 19, 2019 meeting
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September 5, 2019 meeting
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August 15, 2019 meeting
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July 18, 2019 meeting
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June 25, 2020 meeting
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June 11, 2020 meeting
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May 28, 2020 meeting
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May 14, 2020 meeting
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April 23, 2020 meeting
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March 12, 2020 meeting
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February 27, 2020 meeting
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February 13, 2020 meeting
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January 23, 2020 meeting
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January 9, 2020 meeting
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December 12, 2019 meeting
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November 14, 2019 meeting
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October 24, 2019 meeting
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October 10, 2019 meeting
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August 9, 2019 meeting
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June 22, 2020 meeting
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June 8, 2020 meeting
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May 27, 2020 meeting
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April 27, 2020 meeting
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February 10, 2020 meeting
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February 7, 2020 Legislation Discussion Call
January 27, 2020 meeting
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January 13, 2020 meeting
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January 10, 2020 Legislation Discussion Call
December 16, 2019 Legislation Discussion Call
December 9, 2019 meeting
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November 18, 2019 meeting
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November 7, 2019 Legislation Discussion
October 28, 2019 meeting
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October 9, 2019 meeting
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October 8, 2019 meeting
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September 23, 2019 meeting
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September 6, 2019 meeting
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August 29, 2019 meeting
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Resources:
- The Value Proposition of Telehealth in Colorado (report)
- The Telehealth Value Proposition (presentation)
- HHS Releases Rural Action Plan
- HHS Rural Action Plan
- Federal Health IT Strategic Plan
September 17, 2020 meeting
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September 14, 2020 meeting
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September 1, 2020 meeting
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August 4, 2020 meeting
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July 22, 2020 meeting
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July 6, 2020 meeting
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June 24, 2020 meeting
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May 27, 2020 meeting
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- Subcommittee Reports Presentation. The Farley Health Policy Center presents the Subcommittee Report and recommendations from State Safety Net, Children's Behavioral Health and Long Term Competency subcommittees.
- Division of Insurance Town Hall. Representatives from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, Division of Insurance hosted a webinar with task force members to talk about their role in behavioral health reform in Colorado.
- Medicaid and the Blueprint. HCPF hosted a webinar for the task force to answer their questions regarding recommendations on how HCPF can improve behavioral health services, administration and oversight in partnership with other state agencies and in anticipation of the Blueprint.
- Behavioral Health Needs Assessment. Health Management Associates presented their preliminary findings to the Safety Net Subcommittee.
- Qualitative Analysis Webinar. The Colorado Office of Behavioral Health completed a qualitative analysis of the 34 public testimonies given before the Behavioral Health Task Force relating to children and youth. They presented their findings to the Children's Behavioral Health Subcommittee.
- Guidelines for sensible, evidence-based mental health care. Dr. Robert Drake serves as the Vice President for Behavioral Health and Health Policy at Westat. In this webinar he discussed best practices in areas ranging from rural mental health to intensive treatment and more.
- Provider Meeting. On May 6, 2020, the Behavioral Health Task Force provided an update on the work of the task force and solicited input on the proposed model.
- Colorado Courts and Competency. Judge Shamis shared lessons from the Los Angeles Mental Health Courts and the Colorado Juvenile Assessment Center shares how their model fits in with the Long Term Competency Subcommittee's work.
- CCI Webinar. On March 3, 2020, the Behavioral Health Task Force hosted a call with Colorado Counties to update them on the work of the BHTF as well as the initial recommendations and proposed model.
- BHTF Partner Meeting. The BHTF gathered partners and organizations that are focused on making improvements within our behavioral health system in order to not duplicate efforts and identify how other work is aligned with the BHTF. This webinar includes updates on the initial recommendations of the BHTF and the proposed model.
- Parity Webinar. This was an optional webinar to provide an update on parity in Colorado
- Families First Webinar. This was an optional webinar for the Children's Behavioral Health Subcommittee to learn about the Families First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA).
- Population In Need Study. Health Management Associates has completed some initial work for the Population In Need (PIN) Study that it is conducting for the Office of Behavioral Health within CDHS. The first report has been completed: Developing an approach to confirm and identify new and emerging areas of need. Join this webinar to hear what HMA has done so far, what they plan to do in the future, and key stakeholders.
- State Health IT Roadmap. Learn about Colorado's Health IT Roadmap, which provides a framework guiding efforts and accelerating technology-driven health care transformations. This could spark our thinking on how we can better leverage technology in offering a Behavioral Health System that works for everyone.
- Colorado Counties' Behavioral Health. Behavioral health conditions are felt most powerfully at the local level. These Colorado counties have taken behavioral healthcare into their own hands, and are here to share their success stories and lessons they've learned.
- WICHE Funding Study. The Safety Net Subcommittee discussed the 2016 report on the behavioral health funding in Colorado.
- Community conversations
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Summary Reports
- Press releases and newsletters
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Press Releases
- Press release announcing Public Testimony Opportunities Press release announcing Behavioral Health Task Force membership
- Press release announcing the Colorado Behavioral Health Task Force
- Letter from Gov. Jared Polis to CDHS Executive Director Michelle Barnes
- Advocates unveil resource helping Coloradans achieve mental wellness and addiction recovery
Past Newsletters
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- BHTF in the news
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Durango Herald: Residents call for behavioral health care reform: State task force hears emotional testimony
9News: Organizations across Colorado are integrating physical and mental health services
Gazette: Access to mental health, substance abuse treatment in Colorado getting worse, survey finds
Colorado Sun: Colorado officials created greeting cards to destigmatize the opioid epidemic. They didn’t order nearly enough.
Colorado Politics: Without access to care, anxiety, depression, addiction stalk rural Coloradans
Gazette: Denver Foundation awards $8M for behavioral health services in Colorado
The Durango Herald: State looks to improve behavioral health; Utes get new center
Colorado Community Media: Colorado task force looks to reform behavioral health system
Colorado Public Radio: This State Task Force Wants To Overhaul How Behavioral Health Services Are Delivered To Young Coloradans
ABC7: Improving mental health care a personal mission for Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera
Westword: Changes to Help Those "Lost in the System" Because of Mental Illness
Mile High Mamas: 7 Tips for talking about drugs and alcohol with kids
Stout Street: Death Rates of Pregnant Colorado Women are Climbing Due To Substance Abuse
Colorado Public Radio: Colorado Is A Hotbed Of Teen Vaping, But Lacks The Tools To Help Kids Quit
Post Independent: Post Independent’s Longevity Project set to tackle mental health across age spectrum
The Gazette: Gov. Polis' behavioral health task force calls for 'systemic transformation'
Westminster Window: Colorado's Behavioral Health Task Force kicks off
Durango Herald: Fraley named to Behavioral Health Task Force
Ark Valley Voice: Solvista Health CEO Turner named to Colorado Behavioral Health Task Force
The Gazette: Gov. Polis announces task force to reform Colorado's behavioral health care system
State of Reform: Gov. Polis and Michelle Barnes of CDHS announce “Colorado’s Behavioral Health Task Force