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Release Date: May 27, 2025
Author: Wendy Buxton-Andrade

Medicaid As a Lifeline for Mental Health in Rural Colorado. We Can’t Afford to Lose It.

Colorado’s small towns and rural communities are in the midst of a mental health and substance use crisis, and Medicaid is a critical lifeline for those who might not otherwise have access to the mental health care they need. As the federal government threatens devastating cuts to Medicaid funding, it’s essential to recognize the life-saving role this program plays in ensuring health care is accessible in every corner of our state.

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