COLORADO
B+Last verified 2026-07-03
Your income does not disqualify your child.
Colorado determines waiver eligibility on the individual's own income and medical need; parental income is not counted.
Deadlines reflect this state’s rules as researched; they can change — always confirm the current deadline with your state agency or Protection & Advocacy office before relying on it.
HOW TO GET SERVICES & APPEAL IN COLORADO
- For plan (RAE/MCO) service actions: file internal plan appeal within 60 days
- File request for state fair hearing with the Office of Administrative Courts within 60 calendar days of the Notice of Action date
- State fair hearing before an Administrative Law Judge; Office of Appeals issues final agency decision
KEY AGENCIES & RESOURCES
NOTABLE WAIVERS
DD Waiver (Developmental Disabilities)
SourceAdults with IDD needing comprehensive residential supports.
Waitlist: Long waitlist by order-of-selection date — enroll through your Case Management Agency early.
SLS Waiver (Supported Living Services)
SourceAdults with IDD living with family or independently.
Waitlist: Shorter than DD waiver in many counties.
CES Waiver (Children's Extensive Support)
SourceChildren with IDD and extensive behavioral/medical needs.
Waitlist: Colorado removed the CES enrollment cap — eligible children enroll without waiting.
CHCBS Waiver (Children's Home and Community Based Services)
SourceMedically fragile children; parent income disregarded.
Waitlist: No waitlist.
Medicaid Buy-In for Children with Disabilities
SourceChildren with disabilities in families over income limits.
Waitlist: No waitlist — premium-based.
