Advocates Want Funding, Change In Focus For Mental Health Care
DENVER (CBS4) – According to the nonprofit Mental Health Colorado, more than a million Coloradans have a mental health or substance use disorder and most go without treatment. This election advocates are urging candidates for the state Legislature to take a stand on mental health.
That’s why they’re holding candidate forums to quiz those running for the state House and Senate about their views on mental health issues and how to solve them. Advocates say they need funding and a change in focus. Read more…