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Colorado's 2026 budget brought significant changes to Medicaid services for people with disabilities — and we know many of you have questions after this budget was signed into law on May 8.

Our CEO and Executive Director Matt VanAuken breaks down what changed and what it means for the individuals and families we support in our latest Policy Pulse blog post.

Topics covered include:
- New limits on Community First Choice service hours
- Changes to the DD waiver, including enrollment and PETI cost-sharing
- A 2% rate reduction for providers and direct service providers
- The new Colorado Single Assessment tool
- Annual eligibility reviews for Early Intervention

If you have questions about how any of these changes affect your services, your DP case manager is your best first call.

Read the full post: https://bit.ly/4x2WlVZ

People often joke, “This isn’t my first rodeo,” but for Annie, it actually was! 🤠

Congratulations on competing in your first rodeo with Stable Strides! Your hard work, confidence, and love for riding were on full display. We’re so proud of you and can’t wait to see what comes next!

💙 May is National Blood Pressure Awareness Month 💙

High blood pressure (hypertension) often has no obvious symptoms—but it can have a serious impact on long-term health if left unmanaged. The good news is that small, consistent habits can make a big difference.

Here are a few simple ways to support healthy blood pressure:
• Check your blood pressure regularly
• Stay physically active (even daily walks help)
• Choose more fruits, vegetables, and whole foods
• Reduce sodium and highly processed foods
• Manage stress in ways that work for you
• Take medications as prescribed by your provider

At Common Roots, we support overall wellness and encourage everyone to take time this month to check in on their heart health. ❤️

If you haven’t had your blood pressure checked recently, consider scheduling a quick screening—it’s one of the easiest ways to stay ahead of potential health concerns.