Community Corrections in Colorado
Felonies for controlled substances and assault increased in 2017 over the previous year, while theft and forgery were slightly down, …
mental health
Mantherapy: A Resource for Men-tal Health
According to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), “Colorado’s suicide rates are among the highest in the …
Preventing School Violence
A new school year has begun, and students deserve a healthy school experience free from violence, crime, and bullying. Several …
June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month
Alzheimer’s, dementia, and related conditions are an important health concern, and will continue to be so as the baby-boom generation …
Mental Health and Crisis Services
The State of Colorado has many resources for those who are in crisis, and those who serve them. If you …
Suicide in Colorado
Colorado’s suicide rate is climbing. Since 2009 the suicide death rate has increased each year. To put things in perspective, …
Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month
June has been designated as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Alzheimer’s and related dementias affect over 47 million people worldwide. …
Colorado State Hospital
The Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo (CMHIP), formerly known as the Colorado State Hospital, is celebrating its 135th anniversary …
Colorado Suicide Prevention Week
Governor Hickenlooper has declared the week of September 7-13, 2014, to be Colorado Suicide Prevention week (see the governor’s proclamation …
Offenders with Mental Illness
One of the significant problems faced in Colorado’s criminal justice system is what to do with offenders who have mental …
Mental Health
Mental health is an important consideration in our society today. If you or a family member is struggling with depression, …
Holiday Stress?
Although they are supposed to be a time of relaxation and togetherness, the holidays often become the opposite – hectic …