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Pub. Date
[2014]
Description
This document clarifies and updates the roles and responsibilities of local Community Centered Boards (CCBs) and Special Education Administrative Units (AUs) (i.e., boards of cooperative education services and qualifying school districts) to carry out state and federal law, rules, and regulations relevant to identification, screening, evaluation and transition of infants and toddlers suspected to have a developmental delay or disability. Roles...
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Pub. Date
2017.
Description
In states embracing an Employment First approach, employment in the general workforce is the first and preferred outcome in the provision of publicly funded services for all working age citizens with disabilities, regardless of level of disability. "Employment First" refers to state systems change initiatives resulting in increased employment outcomes for people with disabilities.
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Pub. Date
[2009]
Description
The Colorado Prevention Leadership Council consists of representatives from ten state agencies, two universities, and various partners and was created through state legislation to promote coordinated planning, implementation, and evaluation of quality prevention, intervention, and treatment services for children, youth, and families at the state and local level.
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Pub. Date
2016.
Description
It was estimated that by 2030, Colorados 65 and over population will be 125% larger than it was in 2010, growing from 555,000 to 1,243,000. Older adults are essential to our society and must be provided with long lasting opportunities that keeps them active and well connected within communities. By focusing on a multidisciplinary approach that includes socio-economic factors, health and social services, and cultural competencies, the needs of older...