Costs to Families
Growing Wealth Inequality in ColoradoToo many Coloradans struggle to attain economic security. If left unaddressed, Colorado's policy decisions will continue to perpetuate wealth inequality and hinder a more fair and prosperous state.
Decoding Federal Funding Streams in ColoradoThe Colorado state government receives a significant amount of federal money. The proposed federal budget cuts of up to $1.5 trillion over the next 10 years would inevitably have massive impacts in our state.
Proposition 123 and Jefferson CountyIn 2022, Colorado voters passed Proposition 123, dedicating approximately $300 million annually from the state’s TABOR surplus to support several programs to address housing affordability. Learn more.
The Gap Between Public Investment & the True Cost of In-Home Care For Older AdultsCurrent public funding levels fall significantly short in adequately supporting caregivers of older adults in Colorado. Investing in both paid and unpaid care will support older adults in need of care and support those who dedicate themselves to caregiving, creating a more sustainable and effective care ecosystem.
The Colorado Home Care Cost ModelThe Bell has developed a Home Care Cost Model for older adults, an important tool for researchers, advocates, and decision makers, as they strive to understand the implications of policy choices on the care economy, its workers, and the older Coloradans who rely upon it.
In the Know: The True Cost of School Voucher ProgramsAs more states have adopted voucher programs, spending for public schools has decreased, disproportionately hurting students in higher poverty areas.
A Home Care Cost Model for Older Adults: The Home Care EcosystemColorado is one of the fastest aging states, and 70 percent of older adults will need some form of direct care to help with activities of daily living. What this means is that direct care for older adults will become ever more important.
In The Know: Homestead ExemptionsHomestead exemptions are one of the few progressive options for reducing property taxes, providing a relatively greater benefit for homeowners of middle value property.
Liz Kistler: The Many Faces of Jeffco’s Affordable Housing CrisisThis blog series gives insight into how a range of individuals are experiencing Jeffco’s affordable housing crisis.
Initiative 108 Would Force $3 billion in Cuts in Colorado$3 billion equates to over 18 percent of the state's FY 2024-2025 General Fund budget. No matter the selected path, Initiative 108 forces impossible choices on the state.
Angie Anderson: The Many Faces of Jeffco’s Affordable Housing CrisisThis blog series gives insight into how a range of individuals are experiencing Jeffco’s affordable housing crisis.
Land Use & Zoning in Jefferson County: Closing the Housing Supply DeficitPolicies that passed in the 2024 legislative session could expand housing opportunities in Jefferson County.
Housing Financing 101: Affordable Housing in Jefferson County, ColoradoJeffco residents want more affordable housing. Local governments recognize the need and want to fill it. Housing developers are incentivized to fill this gap. But prohibitive factors stand in their way.
Everything Starts with a HomeAffordable housing is intricately connected to pivotal kitchen table concerns, like education, health, and overall community stability.
Who Pays?This two-part series explores the stark and complex differences in taxing across Colorado.
In The Know: The Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP)CCCAP requires cooperation across federal, state, and local governments, providers, and families.
The State of Aging in Colorado 2021The first of its kind, this new report provides deep data analysis and research to identify gaps and also provides a long-term benchmark to measure future progress.
State of Aging: Community of ChoiceMost people want to remain in their homes as they age. Doing so supports individual health, well-being, and comfort.
State of Aging: Quality of LifeBy investing in infrastructure that supports a high quality of life and connection to others, we can prevent the need for costly interventions in the future.
The Future of Work: Disruptions & Solutions for Colorado WomenThe final installment of the Future of Work and Women series explores policy solutions to ensure women's workforce equity.
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Growing Wealth Inequality in ColoradoToo many Coloradans struggle to attain economic security. If left unaddressed, Colorado's policy decisions will continue to perpetuate wealth inequality and hinder a more fair and prosperous state.
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Decoding Federal Funding Streams in ColoradoThe Colorado state government receives a significant amount of federal money. The proposed federal budget cuts of up to $1.5 trillion over the next 10 years would inevitably have massive impacts in our state.
|
Proposition 123 and Jefferson CountyIn 2022, Colorado voters passed Proposition 123, dedicating approximately $300 million annually from the state’s TABOR surplus to support several programs to address housing affordability. Learn more.
|
The Gap Between Public Investment & the True Cost of In-Home Care For Older AdultsCurrent public funding levels fall significantly short in adequately supporting caregivers of older adults in Colorado. Investing in both paid and unpaid care will support older adults in need of care and support those who dedicate themselves to caregiving, creating a more sustainable and effective care ecosystem.
|
The Colorado Home Care Cost ModelThe Bell has developed a Home Care Cost Model for older adults, an important tool for researchers, advocates, and decision makers, as they strive to understand the implications of policy choices on the care economy, its workers, and the older Coloradans who rely upon it.
|
In the Know: The True Cost of School Voucher ProgramsAs more states have adopted voucher programs, spending for public schools has decreased, disproportionately hurting students in higher poverty areas.
|
A Home Care Cost Model for Older Adults: The Home Care EcosystemColorado is one of the fastest aging states, and 70 percent of older adults will need some form of direct care to help with activities of daily living. What this means is that direct care for older adults will become ever more important.
|
In The Know: Homestead ExemptionsHomestead exemptions are one of the few progressive options for reducing property taxes, providing a relatively greater benefit for homeowners of middle value property.
|
Liz Kistler: The Many Faces of Jeffco’s Affordable Housing CrisisThis blog series gives insight into how a range of individuals are experiencing Jeffco’s affordable housing crisis.
|
Initiative 108 Would Force $3 billion in Cuts in Colorado$3 billion equates to over 18 percent of the state's FY 2024-2025 General Fund budget. No matter the selected path, Initiative 108 forces impossible choices on the state.
|
Angie Anderson: The Many Faces of Jeffco’s Affordable Housing CrisisThis blog series gives insight into how a range of individuals are experiencing Jeffco’s affordable housing crisis.
|
Land Use & Zoning in Jefferson County: Closing the Housing Supply DeficitPolicies that passed in the 2024 legislative session could expand housing opportunities in Jefferson County.
|
Housing Financing 101: Affordable Housing in Jefferson County, ColoradoJeffco residents want more affordable housing. Local governments recognize the need and want to fill it. Housing developers are incentivized to fill this gap. But prohibitive factors stand in their way.
|
Everything Starts with a HomeAffordable housing is intricately connected to pivotal kitchen table concerns, like education, health, and overall community stability.
|
Who Pays?This two-part series explores the stark and complex differences in taxing across Colorado.
|
In The Know: The Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP)CCCAP requires cooperation across federal, state, and local governments, providers, and families.
|
The State of Aging in Colorado 2021The first of its kind, this new report provides deep data analysis and research to identify gaps and also provides a long-term benchmark to measure future progress.
|
State of Aging: Community of ChoiceMost people want to remain in their homes as they age. Doing so supports individual health, well-being, and comfort.
|
State of Aging: Quality of LifeBy investing in infrastructure that supports a high quality of life and connection to others, we can prevent the need for costly interventions in the future.
|
The Future of Work: Disruptions & Solutions for Colorado WomenThe final installment of the Future of Work and Women series explores policy solutions to ensure women's workforce equity.
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