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Behavioral Health Reform Colorado Department of …

(4 days ago) WebColorado is reforming its behavioral health system. This transformation is vital to make sure every Coloradan can access the behavioral health care they need when they need it. The Department of Health Care Policy & Financing is working with other state agencies to develop a comprehensive behavioral health safety net. A stronger system of care will …

https://hcpf.colorado.gov/bhreform

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Gov. Polis signs bill to transform Colorado's behavioral …

(8 days ago) WebColorado’s Behavioral Health Reform Executive Committee will review and adopt a plan to organize the BHA later this summer. For more information on Colorado’s behavioral health reform efforts, visit the CDHS website. If you or someone you know is in crisis or needs help dealing with one, call 1-844-493-TALK (8255) or text TALK to 38255 …

https://cdhs.colorado.gov/press-release/gov-polis-signs-bill-to-transform-colorados-behavioral-health-system

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Bill to create new state Behavioral Health Administration …

(4 days ago) WebDENVER (March 9, 2021) — A bill to create a single state agency that would lead, promote and administer Colorado’s behavioral health priorities unanimously passed the Colorado House Public & Behavioral Health & Human Services committee today, a key step in the state’s plan to improve access to mental health and substance use services. House Bill …

https://cdhs.colorado.gov/press-release/bill-to-create-new-state-behavioral-health-administration-passes-committee

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Working Together to Create Colorado’s Behavioral Health …

(9 days ago) WebColorado House Bill 22-1278 was introduced on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 to establish the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) to create a coordinated, cohesive, and effective behavioral health system in the state. The bill is sponsored by Representative Pelton, Representative Young, and Senator Lee.

https://bha.colorado.gov/about-cdhs/featured-initiatives/behavioral-health-reform/change-management

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Colorado Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Progress in

(2 days ago) WebThe BHA is charged with creating a coordinated, cohesive, and effective behavioral health system in Colorado [27-50-102, C.R.S.] DENVER, CO (April 13, 2023) - The BHA launched in July 2022, and since then has made steady progress in achieving its expansive vision of behavioral health reform in Colorado. The BHA is, first and …

https://bha.colorado.gov/press-release/colorado-behavioral-health-administration-bha-progress-in-transforming-the-colorado

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Gov. Polis signs bill to transform Colorado's behavioral health …

(7 days ago) WebDENVER (April 22, 2021) — Gov. Jared Polis signed a bill establishing a new state Behavioral Health Administration, transforming how Colorado will deliver mental health and substance use services to all Coloradans as the state contends with a behavioral health crisis amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic.Watch the bill signing. HB 21-1097 directs …

https://bha.colorado.gov/press-release/gov-polis-signs-bill-to-transform-colorados-behavioral-health-system

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Colorado Behavioral Health Task Force passes system …

(8 days ago) [email protected]. 303.866.3411. DENVER (Aug. 6, 2020) - In a unanimous vote, the Colorado Behavioral Health Task Force (BHTF) passed a recommendation to create a new behavioral health administration, part of the bold work the BHTF has been working on for more than a year. This is one step toward ensuring high-quality, integrated

https://cdhs.colorado.gov/press-release/colorado-behavioral-health-task-force-passes-system-reform

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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH IN COLORADO: PUTTING PEOPLE FIRST

(8 days ago) WebThe time for Behavioral Health Reform in Colorado is now. With a groundswell of support from the Governor’s Office and stakeholders from all four corners of the State, reform is not only possible, but a reality. Together, we will ensure that every Coloradan with a behavioral health need receives timely, high-

https://hcpf.colorado.gov/sites/hcpf/files/Behavioral%20Health%20and%20Integration%20Strategies%20PIAC%20Subcommittee%20A%20Blueprint%20for%20Reform%20Packet%20October%202020.pdf

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CDHS staff update legislators on efforts to reform the state’s

(9 days ago) WebDENVER (Dec. 17, 2021) — Staff from the Colorado Department of Human Services, Office of Behavioral Health (OBH) discussed dozens of strategies to reform the state’s behavioral health system at a Joint Budget Committee hearing today as the state gears up to launch a new Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) by July 2022. OBH staff …

https://cdhs.colorado.gov/press-release/cdhs-staff-update-legislators-on-efforts-to-reform-the-states-behavioral-health

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Behavioral Health Rate Reform Colorado Department of Health …

(5 days ago) WebIf you need more information about the current safety net system and the coming changes, please see our Behavioral Health Reform page. PPS Meeting recordings (4/24/24) CO BH SFY25 - PPS Meeting with Comprehensive Providers - April 24, 2024

https://hcpf.colorado.gov/behavioral-health-rate-reform

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2022 Legislation - Mental Health Colorado

(3 days ago) WebWe’re pushing for big reforms in 2022 to protect the most vulnerable in our state and ensure no more mothers, fathers, brothers, sisters, friends, and loved ones slip through the cracks. Support Our Work. Icons indicate primary Mental Health Colorado bills. Strong start for all children. Access to housing, supports, and services.

https://www.mentalhealthcolorado.org/2022legislation/

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Behavioral Health System Modernization: Comprehensive …

(6 days ago) WebColorado is engaged in multi-pronged behavioral health reform. In addition, through its new 1115 demonstration extension and “Roadmap for Behavioral Health Reform,” the state is phasing in a new integrated primary care payment and reimbursement structure. The state is investing $115 million per year in primary care …

https://nashp.org/behavioral-health-system-modernization-comprehensive-approaches-and-cross-cutting-tools/

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BHA Launches Request For Proposals: Seeking Community …

(4 days ago) WebDENVER, CO (May 14th, 2024) - Today, the Colorado Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) announced the launch of a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process, and invites vendors to apply for the opportunity to become Behavioral Health Administrative Service Organizations (BHASOs). BHASOs will establish, administer, and maintain …

https://bha.colorado.gov/press-release/bha-launches-request-for-proposals-seeking-community-partners-for-bold-new-behavioral

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Free mental health therapy for youth "I Matter" becomes permanent

(Just Now) WebSince its founding in 2021, young people in 63 Colorado counties have taken part in 47,000 therapy sessions. Behavioral Health Administration

https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/free-mental-health-therapy-youth-i-matter-permanent/

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Colorado to launch new Youth Mental Health Corps program

(1 days ago) WebCalled the Youth Mental Health Corps, the program will train young adults ages 18 to 24 to act “as navigators serving middle and high school students in schools and in community-based

https://www.chalkbeat.org/colorado/2024/05/15/colorado-to-launch-youth-mental-health-corps/

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Funding for multi-agency team responding to mental health …

(8 days ago) WebThe Colorado Behavioral Health Administration (BHA), which provides the CRT grant funding to the fire department, said this session legislators cut $2 million from BHA's criminal justice diversion

https://www.koaa.com/news/covering-colorado/funding-for-multi-agency-team-responding-to-mental-health-emergencies-set-to-run-out-next-year

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Colorado launches Youth Mental Health Corps - MSN

(2 days ago) WebThe Colorado Health Access Survey also found that over 16 percent of youth ages 5-17 reported poor mental health in 2023. The Colorado Youth Mental Health Corps seeks to address the crisis by

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/colorado-launches-youth-mental-health-corps/ar-BB1msqLk

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NOTE: This bill has been prepared for the signatures of the …

(4 days ago) WebBHA shall administer and provide the following behavioral health programs and services: (g) The temporary youth mental health services program created pursuant to section 27-60-109; SECTION 3. Appropriation. For the 2024-25 state fiscal year, $5,000,000 is appropriated to the department of human services for use by the behavioral health

https://leg.colorado.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2024A/bills/2024a_001_enr.pdf

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Biden-Harris Administration Announces $46.8 Million in Behavioral

(9 days ago) WebThe funding opportunities invest in a range of critical behavioral health efforts: Minority Fellowship Program – $15.4 million – This program aims to reduce health disparities and improve behavioral health care outcomes for racial and ethnic populations. The program also seeks to train and better prepare behavioral health practitioners to

https://www.samhsa.gov/newsroom/press-announcements/20240508/biden-harris-administration-announces-46-million-behavioral-health-funding-opportunities

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As Colorado legislative session winds down, property tax reform is

(3 days ago) WebFor the second year in a row, the sounds of Cinco de Mayo echoed into the Capitol as lawmakers toiled on a Saturday to find common ground on proposed reforms to state land use and property tax

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Behavioral health leaders focus on increasing awareness about

(4 days ago) WebHelping residents understand where to find help when they are going through a crisis is a key priority for Florida behavioral health leaders. Industry leaders discussed Florida’s efforts to build a strong crisis system at the 2024 Florida State of Reform Health Policy Conference in April.

https://stateofreform.com/florida/2024/05/behavioral-health-leaders-focus-on-increasing-awareness-about-availability-of-crisis-lines-in-florida/

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Gov. Reynolds Signs HF 2673, Behavioral Health Alignment

(5 days ago) WebToday, Gov. Kim Reynolds signed HF 2673, a bill that aligns Iowa’s 32 disconnected mental health and substance use regions into 7 unified behavioral health districts to improve outcomes for Iowans, into law. “Today, we align Iowa’s 32 separate mental health and substance use service regions into one, unified behavioral health …

https://governor.iowa.gov/press-release/2024-05-15/gov-reynolds-signs-hf-2673-behavioral-health-alignment

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Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signs new law reforming mental health …

(1 days ago) WebDES MOINES, Iowa — Changes are coming to Iowa's mental health system and the way it is ran. Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a bill into law Wednesday that consolidates the state's 32 mental health districts into seven districts. It also includes substance use disorder services.

https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/local/local-politics/gov-kim-reynolds-signs-law-mental-health-system-iowa-reforms/524-1bc0a200-7b7d-4209-ad64-369889ab1caa

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behavioral health reform Colorado Department of Human Services

(9 days ago) Webbehavioral health reform. About CDHS. The Colorado Department of Human Services connects people with assistance, resources and support for living independently in our state. The Colorado Department of Human Services is committed to providing accessible services to all Coloradans. Learn more about our accessibility efforts. #FFFFFF

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Opening Keynote: Michigan Department of Health and Human …

(9 days ago) Web2024 Colorado State of Reform Health Policy Conference; 2024 Oregon State of Reform Health Policy Conference; Hertel said one of her top priorities is improving access to behavioral healthcare at the 2024 Michigan State of Reform Health Policy Conference last month. and expanding our certified community behavioral health …

https://stateofreform.com/michigan/2024/05/opening-keynote-michigan-department-of-health-and-human-services-director-elizabeth-hertel-prioritizing-access-to-behavioral-healthcare/

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Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signs Mental Health Reform Law - KCRG

(4 days ago) WebIowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed a law Wednesday to overhaul Iowa’s mental health system to include substance abuse and consolidate the mental health regions from 32 to 7 districts.

https://www.kcrg.com/2024/05/15/live-gov-reynolds-sign-mental-health-bill/

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