posted on Nov. 29, 2015, at 7:16 p.m. Local victim advocates, behavioral healthcare providers, and nonprofit groups are offering short-term services, and looking to the longer recovery ahead. Surviving a shooting might leave a person emotionally numb or, on the other extreme, hyper-vigilant and fearful. A wide range of reaction is normal, Colorado Springs emergency…

Funding expands access through community clinics DENVER, CO – The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Center for Mental Health Services recently announced that Colorado Medicaid will receive a $982,372 planning grant to expand access to behavioral health by certifying community behavioral health clinics and exploring prospective payments for clinics that meet required standards. …

By Carie Canterbury The Daily Record   Support is available for students and families impacted by the police investigation into the exchange of nude photographs between students in the Cañon City School District. Solvista Health offers 24/7 access to mental health professionals for local community members. Teens, parents or family members impacted by the situation…