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Press Release

CDHS statement on Colorado House Bill 21-1258

Robert Werthwein, director of the Colorado Department of Human Services, Office of Behavioral Health, released a statement on Colorado House Bill 21-1258, which passed the Colorado House Public & Behavioral Health & Human Services Committee today.

Notice: Coloradans to experience delayed food assistance benefits

Coloradans who receive additional food assistance through Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits through the federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act of 2020 will see those additional benefits delayed for the month of April as states nationwide await further guidance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

CDHS statement on Tom Clements Award recipients

Michelle Barnes, executive director of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS), released the following statement on Gov. Jared Polis’ announcement of the Tom Clements Award for Outstanding Service, which was awarded to members of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) team.
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About CDHS

The Colorado Department of Human Services connects people with assistance, resources and support for living independently in our state. For more information about our organization, visit the CDHS organizational structure page.

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Our mission

Together, we empower Coloradans to thrive. 

Our vision

To serve Coloradans through bold and innovative health and human services.

Our values

People-first approach. Balance. Accountability. Transparency. Ethical. Collaboration.

Our motto

We're the people who help people.

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Accessibility

The Colorado Department of Human Services is committed to providing accessible services to all Coloradans. Learn more about our accessibility efforts.

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