The application process is conducted online. Providers can access the online provider enrollment tool at https://www.colorado.gov/hcpf/provider-enrollment5. 

6. Required Documentation 

The following documents are required for the application: 

Completed application form 

• Proof of business entity registration 

• Policies and procedures manual 

• Staff qualifications and training records 

• Proof of liability insurance 

• Criminal background check results for all staff 

• Financial statements 

7. Timeline for Approval 

The expected timeframe for obtaining the license is approximately 60-90 days, depending on the completeness of the application and the agency's readiness for inspection. 

8. Pre-Application Process 

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

9. Pre-Application Training 

While there is no mandatory pre-application training specified, providers must ensure that their personnel are multidisciplinary and have expertise in meeting the needs of the individuals they serve, including children if applicable. 

10. Additional Notes 

• Respite care services may be provided in residential or community-based settings. 

• Providers must comply with specific personnel requirements, including the utilization of peer support professionals and having a licensee immediately available. 

• The total amount of respite provided in one support plan year may not exceed 30 days and 1,880 15-minute units, with the potential for higher amounts based on individual needs 

• Providers should be aware of the different types of respite care, including individual day, overnight group, and group respite, each with specific limitations and reimbursement structures