Press Release | Colorado Department of Human Services

CDHS helps families thrive in 2025 and beyond

CDHS is dedicated to improving the safety, independence and well-being of families across the state through programs such as the Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline, Child Support Services and Adult Protective Services.

Colorado recognizes March as Brain Injury Awareness Month

CDHS's MINDSOURCE Brain Injury Network is celebrating March as Brain Injury Awareness Month, which focuses on prevention and how communities can support people living with brain injuries.

Thriving in 2025: Colorado ranked #1 state for people with disabilities

Feb. 12, 2025: Colorado is the best state in the nation for people with disabilities, according to a recent study conducted by the AAA State of Play.

Eligible Coloradans can get assistance to pay a portion of their home heating bills

In advance of National Energy Assistance Day this Friday, CDHS reminds residents statewide that they may be eligible for assistance to pay a portion of their home heating bills this winter, as well as lower their energy costs for years to come.

Thriving in 2025: CDHS's vision for a supportive new year

As the new year approaches, the Colorado Department of Human Services reaffirms its commitment to serving Coloradans through bold and innovative human services.

CDHS celebrates four Colorado adoptive families

Nov. 4, 2024: In honor of National Adoption Month, the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) is spotlighting four incredible families who adopted seven Colorado children and youth from foster or kinship care.

Colorado’s Low-income Energy Assistance Program to begin accepting applications Nov. 1

DENVER (Oct. 29, 2024) — With energy costs expected to rise more than 10 percent nationally this winter, Colorado’s Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) can help eligible Coloradans pay a portion of their winter home heating bills by making a one-time payment directly to the utility company on behalf of each LEAP-eligible household.

CDHS increases safe access to services for survivors of domestic violence

CDHS is committed to making sure that survivors of domestic violence, as well as their children and families, are able to safely get the services and resources they need in order to thrive.

Colorado Mental Health Hospital celebrates 145 years of service to Coloradans

The Colorado Department of Human Services is marking a milestone birthday for the Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo this week.

Una nueva ley ayuda a los familiares y amigos de familias a cuidar a niños y jóvenes, ofreciendo así una alternativa al cuidado de acogida

El Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Colorado celebra una nueva ley estatal que provee más recursos para parientes a cargo de niños y jóvenes en casos de bienestar infantil.