This memorandum provides information about veterans community living centers (VCLCs), formerly known as state veterans nursing homes, in Colorado.  Specifically, it includes the history of the five current VCLC locations and the process for building new VCLCs.  The memorandum also discusses how...

Coronavirus (COVID-19) has impacted almost every aspect of society, including the criminal justice system, leaving crowded courts, prisons and jails especially susceptible to the outbreak.  This memorandum provides an overview of how the juvenile justice system in Colorado is handling this...

Vaccinations offer protection from common infectious diseases.  The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends specific vaccines for all infants, children, and adults during their lifetime to provide immunity from preventable illness.  A recent analysis estimated that...

Respite care provides temporary relief to a caregiver from the physical and emotional impacts of caring for a person with special needs who requires assistance to care for themselves.  Care can be provided for a few hours, overnight, or on an extended basis by a friend, family member, volunteer...

During the 2021 legislative session, the General Assembly considered several measures related to children and domestic matters, including foster care, child care, and child welfare.

Summary report for the Colorado Youth Advisory Council Review Committee (COYAC).

Final Report to the Colorado General Assembly by the Colorado Youth Advisory Council Review Committee.