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2557B7A1EE8D870F87258A130074B5BA Hearing Summary




PUBLIC
BILL SUMMARY For Q&A WITH HIGH ACUITY BEDS PANELISTS

INTERIM COMMITTEE  COLORADO'S CHILD WELFARE SYSTEM INTERIM STUDY COMMITTEE
Date Aug 22, 2023      
Location Old State Library



Q&A with High Acuity Beds Panelists - Committee Discussion Only


02:04:47 PM  
Committee members
commented on the information presented by the panelists.  The panelists
responded to questions from the committee about the needs for high acuity
and substance use disorders treatment options.  Dr. Werthwein discussed
developing a system of services for home and community settings for when
youth come home from a residential placements.  In response to questions
from the committee, the panelists discussed related data and assessments
for treatment.
02:29:45 PM  
The panelists continued
to respond to questions from the committee, including questions about establishing
a state-operated, high acuity youth facility and possible changes to rules
and regulations versus legislative solutions to build capacity.  The
panelists and committee members discussed budgetary issues related to high
acuity treatment.