Weld County commissioners on July 30 approved a request from the county Department of Human Services to submit an application for an Innovative Caregiving Services and Supports grant that would fund expanded respite services and other caregiver supports. Jane York, Department of Human Services, told the board the grant funds "will be used to support our respite program, including the addition of emergency respite and adult day care vouchers," and that the department will "also be exploring the potential to increase programming between North Range Behavioral Health and the individuals that we serve."

The request before the board was a proof of the application submission; the board voted to authorize submission after Commissioner Kane moved and Commissioner Fox seconded the motion. The vote was announced as "aye" by the board and the resolution was approved.

Why it matters: the grant, if awarded, would provide funds targeted at caregiver respite and emergency care supports; York said the funds would be applied to the county's respite program and related vouchers. The presentation did not specify the application amount, award timeline, or whether matching funds would be required.

Discussion and next steps: commissioners did not request additional information during the presentation and directed staff to proceed with the application. The department indicated it will explore program coordination with North Range Behavioral Health, but no contract or interagency agreement was approved at this meeting.

Details: The board’s action authorized submission only; any award would be subject to subsequent board approval of contracts or budget adjustments. The transcript does not specify the grant amount, application deadline, or required local match.