Mental Health Colorado advocates for every Coloradan who experiences a mental health or substance use condition each year. We engage policymakers, providers, the public, and the press to promote well-being, ensure equitable access to mental health and substance use care, and end health-based discrimination. Our efforts range from the Capitol to the classroom.
Mental Health Colorado is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to promoting well-being; ensuring access to housing, healthcare, supports and services; and ending health-based discrimination.
Since 1953, Mental Health Colorado has championed historic legislative victories to lead the nation in health policy and improve the health and well-being of Coloradans across the lifespan. We know that a healthy society includes access to housing, healthcare, supports and services at every stage in life, especially for Colorado’s most vulnerable populations. This begins with a strong start for all children and support for families and leads to support for well-being in aging.
Additionally, we must recognize the great need for disentangling mental health and criminal justice (care, not cuffs!), and for harm reduction to ensure those who use substances do so safely. At all levels of care, we understand the importance of eliminating health-based discrimination, so everyone has equal access to the support and services they need to thrive.
Organization name
Mental Health Colorado
other names
Mental Health Colorado, MHC, Mental Health America of Colorado
1953
Tax id (EIN)
84-0446365
Category
Mental Health & Crisis Intervention, Youth Development, Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy, Community Improvement & Capacity Building, Education, Housing & Shelter, Human Services, Public & Societal Benefit
Organization Size
Large Organization
Address
303 East 17th Avenue Fourth FloorCO, US