CARE Network Services
ABOUT THE NETWORK
The CARE Network trains medical and behavioral health providers to build local capacity for child maltreatment expertise. This network is a free service for the community, local public child welfare agencies, and law enforcement (medical insurance may be billed). The program is administered by the Kempe Center through a contract with the Colorado
Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE).
WHO THE NETWORK SERVES
The network was created through legislation in Colorado (HB19 1133) to serve:
- Children under 6 years with concerns of physical abuse or neglect.
- Children under 13 with concerns of sexual abuse.
WHAT THE NETWORK DOES: A holistic approach to assessing the needs of children & families!
- Medical providers perform thorough medical examinations, as well as developmental and behavioral health screenings. When appropriate, providers document an opinion regarding maltreatment concerns.
- Behavioral health providers complete culturally appropriate evaluations to identify ongoing needs and treatment recommendations, including referrals for ongoing therapy.
- Providers ensure referral parties fully understand the results of the evaluations, will participate in multidisciplinary meetings, and testify in court when necessary.
- Providers provide resources for needed services in coordination with the referring party.
I'm Your Local CARE Network Provider!
My name is Dr. August Alvarado and I am a Behavioral Health provider with the network. I was attracted to becoming a CARE Network provider because I want to give children and their caregivers the best possible guidance, resources, and
care to start healing from trauma and abuse.
If I may of assistance you may contact me at dr.alvarado@coloradocac.com. I look forward to working with you and serving your families!
We get results for children and families!
- 50% of medical evaluations result in identification and referrals for behavioral health issues.
- 15% of medical evaluations result in identification and referrals for developmental issues.
- 70% of families are referred for other services (e.g., basic needs, domestic violence treatment, and substance
misuse treatment).
Interested in Scheduling?
Click here to request a call from our client care team who can walk you through our services and the scheduling process!