Strategy for the Evidence-Based Aspects of the Family First Service Continuum

As part of the Colorado Lab’s support to CDHS in developing the Family First Prevention Services Plan, this strategy contains recommendations for evidence-based programs and services matched to the needs of Colorado families, opportunities for fiscal drawdown, and ongoing rigorous evaluation and continuous quality improvement.

Family First Annual Evidence-Building Strategy Report SFY24

Delivered in November each year, this report includes recommendations for prioritizing additional programs and services for evidence building and possible inclusion in Colorado’s Plan, and opportunities to advance Colorado’s prevention strategy. The report can be used by the CDHS Office of Children, Youth, and Families team, Child Welfare Prevention Task Group, policymakers, and legislators, to […]