Protect care at home for vulnerable Coloradans
Quality Care at Home
Many Coloradans with physical and cognitive constraints are entitled to receive care at home. But administrative and economic barriers prevent vulnerable patients from receiving home care, resulting in costlier care in institutionalized settings, away from friends and family. We advocate to protect vital services that help vulnerable Coloradans of all ages.
Our Issues
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The state must act to protect critically ill patients
Private duty nursing serves medically fragile patients in the comfort of their homes, at a fraction of the cost of a similar hospital stay. But the state must act.
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Coloradans who qualify for Medicaid have lost coverage
Colorado has disenrolled a disproportionately high amount of its Medicaid population. These aren’t just numbers, they’re people with real needs.
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Rates must reflect wage increases
Workers deserve to be well compensated for their work, and agencies who serve the state need support and resources from the state to make that possible.
What People Are Saying
“I cannot imagine what our circumstances would look like if it hadn’t been for in-home support services. I cannot say enough about the blessing this has been for our family!”
— Samantha, mother of a daughter who is living with cerebral palsy
“We’re committed to serving the clients and families who rely on us. When we see them thrive in their homes and communities, we know we’re succeeding. But it’s hard to meet the need without the necessary support from the state for these services.”
— Lorin, home care service provider
“Particularly with medically fragile, medically involved children, the compounding effect of delays without services over time are so detrimental. We can help these families, we can save the state that money down the road, if you give us the tools to do it.”
— Mona, speech language pathologist
Why It Matters
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Saves taxpayers money
Home care helps Coloradans avoid higher-cost care settings, saving taxpayers millions every year.
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Keeps families together
When people can receive care at home, they remain with their loved ones, instead of away in a facility.
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Honors people’s wishes
Polling consistently shows the vast majority of Americans prefer to age at home, with loved ones.
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Reduces hospital stays
Studies show home-based care can improve care quality and reduce hospital visits.
Latest News
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Study finds higher Medicaid payment rates could reduce Colorado’s shortage of private duty nurses.
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