Colorado Access

We're committed to transforming health care in Colorado and understand the numerous barriers to accessing quality, equitable care. That's why we've created the social determinants of health strategic framework project to make health related social needs a key component of everything we do. Read more about the framework in our Connections newsletter. https://ow.ly/nPk450VasyB

#Medicaid is America's single largest source of health coverage and a lifeline for Colorado communities. Congress must #ProtectMedicaid for the 1.3 million Coloradans who depend on it - children, families, people with disabilities, and hardworking people across our state. #MedicaidDayofAction

Congratulations to our community cultural navigator, Nancy Viera, who was honored as Woman of the Year by PARA TI MUJER during their International Women’s Day celebration on March 6th! Nancy’s dedication to serving our communities and her work to empower others aligns with Para Ti Mujer, an organization committed to transforming lives and building a future full of possibilities here in Colorado. Thank you for all of the incredible and meaningful work you do. Please join us in celebrating Nancy and this well-deserved recognition!

🌟 GRANT PARTNER SPOTLIGHT 🌟 - Co-designed with Colorado families, MyFriendBen is a free online tool that helps Coloradans access public benefits and tax credits. It is fully translated into multiple languages and offers a personalized roadmap to available resources. Users can discover the potential value of over 40 programs in just six minutes with a comprehensive eligibility screener. The tool also provides clear next steps for applying, including direct links to online applications where available. Our grant funding supports scaling this innovative tool's functionality and outreach. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g5E4tZ_j. Getting help shouldn’t be hard; now you have a friend to guide you!

Congratulations to Ann Edelman, our chief legal officer and vice president of compliance, for being named one of The Top 50 Women Chief Legal Officers of 2025 by Women We Admire! Ann is recognized as a leader in advancing integrity, transparency, and equity within health care. Her leadership continues to strengthen our mission to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Read more about the honor here: https://lnkd.in/gczasZfm

🌟 GRANT PARTNER SPOTLIGHT 🌟 - Co-designed with Colorado families, MyFriendBen is a free online tool that helps Coloradans access public benefits and tax credits. It is fully translated into multiple languages and offers a personalized roadmap to available resources. Users can discover the potential value of over 40 programs in just six minutes with a comprehensive eligibility screener. The tool also provides clear next steps for applying, including direct links to online applications where available. Our grant funding supports scaling this innovative tool's functionality and outreach. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g5E4tZ_j. Getting help shouldn’t be hard; now you have a friend to guide you!

We have an exciting leadership announcement to share! We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Ashlie Brown as the first-ever Chief Strategy & Technology Officer at Colorado Access! Ashlie has been a driving force in leveraging data, strategy, and technology to improve health outcomes. In this new role, she will lead efforts to align technology, innovation, and strategic growth to better serve our members and communities. Please join us in welcoming Ashlie to this new leadership role! Read more about her appointment and position here: https://lnkd.in/dzSvAv9P

Last month, our CEO Annie L. and Senior Director of Government Relations Elizabeth Owens joined the Association for Community Affiliated Plans (ACAP) Legislative Fly-In in Washington, D.C. They met with nine of Colorado’s Congressional offices to educate and advocate about the importance of protecting and preventing cuts to Medicaid and CHP+ ahead of the budget resolution vote. Annie and Liz met directly with Representatives Diana DeGette, Gabe Evans, and Jeff Hurd and with the health staffers of Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper and Representatives Joe Neguse, Jeff Crank, Jason Crow, and Brittany Pettersen. The meetings highlighted an opportunity for Colorado Access to play a key role in shaping and advocating to protect Medicaid on a federal level. We are dedicated to being a resource to our federal partners to ensure Medicaid access for the 1.3 million people who rely on it across Colorado.

🌸 Happy International Women’s Day! Here’s to the women who inspire, lead, and change the world every day! Let’s honor the past, embrace the present, and fight for a more equal future. Who inspires you? Drop us a comment below👇 #IWD2023 #EqualFuture

Throughout history, women have led, innovated, and broken barriers in every field. This month, let's keep that momentum going. Who is a woman who has inspired you to be bold, fearless, and unstoppable? Tag her in the comments and share how she's made an impact!