Habilitation Services in Colorado are designed to help individuals with disabilities learn, keep, or improve skills and functioning for daily living. Services include: 

• Residential habilitation 

• Day habilitation 

• Prevocational services 

• Supported employment 

• Personal care 

• Physical therapy 

• Occupational therapy 

• Speech-language pathology 

• Behavioral support services 

2. Regulations 

Habilitation Services are governed by regulations outlined in 10 CCR 2505-10-8.500 and 10 CCR 2505-10-8.600 of the Colorado Code of Regulations. 

3. Licensing or Certification 

Providers must be certified by the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF) and meet all qualifications defined in the federally approved HCBS waivers. 

4. Responsible State Agency 

The Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF) oversees Habilitation Services programs. 

5. Application Process 

The application process is conducted online through the Colorado Provider Enrollment system at https://www.colorado.gov/hcpf/provider-enrollment. 

6. Required Documentation 

Required documentation for providers includes: 

• Proof of certification 

• Staff qualifications and training records 

• Policies and procedures manual 

• Proof of liability insurance 

• Documentation of compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations 

7. Timeline for Approval 

The timeline for approval is not specifically mentioned in the provided information. 

8. Pre-Application Process 

There is no specific pre-application process mentioned in the provided information. 

9. Pre-Application Training 

While not mandatory pre-application training, providers must ensure staff are trained to carry out their duties efficiently, effectively, and competently. 

10. Additional Notes 

• Habilitation Services are available through various Medicaid waivers, including the Developmental Disabilities (DD) Waiver, Supported Living Services (SLS) Waiver, and Children's Habilitation Residential Program (CHRP) Waiver. 

• Services can be provided in various settings, including residential facilities, day program sites, and community locations. 

• Providers must maintain liability insurance in amounts set annually by the Department. 

• Family members may not be service providers for other family members, except in certain approved circumstances. 

• Providers must have written policies addressing issues such as client rights, medication administration, and emergency procedures. 

• For the CHRP Waiver, a developmental disability determination must be completed before the ULTC 100.2 assessment.