This measure codifies the ECMH Consultation Program within OEC and requires the program to develop a consultation model with standards and guidelines for practice. Learn More
Colorado’s ECMH Strategic Plan is adopted
This plan, created by the Blue Ribbon Council for ECMH, continues to serve as a roadmap for policies that support the social-emotional well-being of children and their families.
Weld County Project LAUNCH
Weld County was awarded a Project LAUNCH grant from SAMSHA to infuse mental health supports into programs serving young children and their families, as well as improve coordination across local organizations. Learn More
Infant Mental Health Competencies & Endorsement adopted
Administered by CoAIMH, this endorsement is one of the first and most comprehensive national efforts to build knowledge and skills across many disciplines. Learn More
Colorado Early Learning & Development Guidelines (ELDGs) created
The ELDGs provide practical tips and points of reference to help all children grow physically, intellectually, and emotionally. Learn More
ECMH Environmental Scan completed
Rose Community Foundation and Caring for Colorado publish “Early Childhood Mental Health in Colorado: An Environmental Scan of Challenges, Progress, and Recommendations for the Social and Emotional Health of Colorado’s Children.” Learn More
Colorado Project LAUNCH begins
Funded by SAMHSA, Colorado Project LAUNCH was led by the OEC in and CDPHE. Early Childhood Partnership of Adams County was selected as the local implementation community. The effort worked to increase quality and availability of evidence-based programs for children and families, improve collaboration among child-serving organizations, and integrate physical…
State Innovations Model (SIM) grant awarded
The Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Innovation awarded Colorado up to $65 million to test its State Innovation Model (SIM). The goal for Colorado’s SIM was to integrate physical and behavioral health care services in coordinated community systems, with value-based payment structures, for 80% of state residents. Learn More
Early Childhood Screening & Referral Policy Council created
Supported by CDPHE, the Council’s goal is to unify appropriate public and private state leaders to identify and implement policy and system changes that ensure all young children receive appropriate developmental screening, and if needed, referral and access to appropriate services. Learn More
Young Minds Matter roadmap published
The Colorado Children’s Campaign, Children’s Hospital Colorado, and the Colorado Children’s Healthcare Access Program released a roadmap for strengthening mental health services for children in Colorado. Learn More
