Promising Practices in HCBS: Colorado- Simplified Access to Nursing Home Alternatives

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Article Publication Date: 
12/3/2004
Summary: 
The State of Colorado has established Single Entry Point (SEP) agencies that provide an access point for several publicly funded long-term supports for people with disabilities, including older people, people with physical disabilities, people living with AIDS, and people with brain injuries. SEP agencies provide education to individuals about available options and provide easier access for individuals and families to the programs. This report describes the SEP system in Colorado.
Article Author: 
Chevalier, Lisa
Types/Tools: 
Populations: 
Aging/Older Adults
Programs/Initiatives: 
Aging and Disability Resource Center
States: 
Single Point of Entry; home and community based services; Single Entry Point; simplified access;

Contact

Latrice Burrell
Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing
latrice.burrell@state.co.us

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