The COVID-19 pandemic impacted the behavioral health of many across the state, but especially among the youth. In response, Representative Michaelson Jenet sponsored legislation to create and implement a statewide youth behavioral health program to help. This fall, the Colorado Office of Behavioral Health (OBH) launched the I Matter program. “The vision was for it (I […]
Each year in October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) honors the various contributions people with disabilities make in workplaces and the economy in the U.S. and reminds us of how important it is to provide full access to employment for people of all abilities. Studies show that people with disabilities have a lower household
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On October 16-17, Developmental Pathways will be participating in Denver’s Colfax Marathon! When you sign up for this memorable experience, you will also receive a custom-designed DP t-shirt. We partnered once again with Access Gallery and one of their talented artists, AJ, who created a one-of-a-kind t-shirt. Access Gallery, an inclusive art studio in Denver,
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While Guardianship is the most well-known decision-making option, there are alternatives available. You can explore these alternatives before pursuing guardianship. Since guardianship is a legal process, it can often take more time than some of these alternatives. Guardianship is also permanent, whereas these options provide more flexibility. POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) A POA empowers someone
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Supported decision-making is often presented as an alternative to guardianship. Though this framework can be used as an alternative to guardianship, it can still be valuable while someone has a guardian. Put simply, supported decision-making is defined as a process through “which people with disabilities use friends, family members, and professionals to help them understand
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There are many myths about guardianship that can impact an individual and/or family’s decision to pursue it. In this blog, we’ll examine several statements and use data to determine if they are fact (true) or fiction (false). If I have a child with an I/DD diagnosis, Guardianship is needed. Why it’s fiction: Each individual is
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Please note that this information will vary by state, so this blog is specific to CO. Many parents with a child with special needs explore guardianship. However, guardianship is not the only option. In fact, guardianship is the most restrictive choice. In this blog, we’ll talk about the guardianship process, roles, and responsibilities of a
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Planning for the future is important for every family, but especially if you have a child with special needs. It can also be a scary process. For parents and caregivers, it means imagining a world where you may not be there to take care of your loved one. We understand there are so many aspects
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Case Management If you’re new to the I/DD realm, you have probably noticed we use various acronyms. To help you navigate all of them, we’ve created a guide of frequently used acronyms and terms used by specific departments or programs. Today we’re sharing the Case Management portion of the guide. The Case Management Department is
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Community Outreach and Family Support We have updated our list of acronyms to ensure the terms you need to know are accessible to you! This portion of the guide will introduce you to frequently used terms related to our Community Outreach and Family Support programs. The Community Outreach Program supports individuals of all ages with
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