Need help with mental health, drugs, or alcohol but don’t have much or any health insurance? The Colorado Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) works with providers to make it easier for you to get help—even if money is tight.
Last updated: August 17, 2024.
What are BHA Community Services?
BHA Community Services are what we call the subsidized help that BHA provides people who don’t have insurance or need help paying. BHA Community Services are not Medicaid. They don’t give you the same coverage as insurance does. BHA funds a full array of services, but availability is not guaranteed in all locations.
What free or low-cost help is available?
There are 3 types of BHA Community Services for those in need. Read more about how to access each service:
- Crisis services for immediate mental health support
- Community Mental Health Centers (CMHCs) for mental health help
- BHA-sponsored substance use treatment centers for substance use treatment
How do I know if I can access BHA Community Services?
If you don't have insurance or need help paying, find out if BHA Community Services can help:
- Contact a service provider. You must reach out to a provider of one of the 3 types of BHA Community Services. Find contact information for:
- Crisis services for immediate mental health support
- Community Mental Health Centers (CMHCs) for mental health help
- BHA-sponsored substance use treatment centers for substance use treatment
- Ask about BHA Community Services. People who work at these locations can help you find out what you can access and what costs might look like.
How much will I need to pay out of pocket?
Many BHA Community Services have sliding scale fees. That means that the cost of a service changes based on how much money a person has, so people pay what they can afford. Payment can vary based on different things like:
- Location
- Your current income
- If you have some health insurance coverage
To find out what costs might look like for you, contact one of the options listed above for information.