The federal government is currently in a shutdown. At this time, there are no immediate impacts to federally funded child and family programs operated by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood. Families should continue to access care and services as usual. 

We are monitoring the situation closely with federal partners and will share updates as soon as more information becomes available.

Headshot of RAC Member, Colleen Head Batchelor

Colleen Head Batchelor

Rules Advisory Council (RAC) Member

Colleen Batchelor is the CEO for The Resource Exchange, a Case Management Agency for HCBS Waivers and Services and an Early Intervention Program serving El Paso, Pueblo, Park, and Teller counties. Colleen has worked in the field of early childhood and disabilities across the lifespan for more than 36 years. Colleen's experience includes local non-profit and state level administration, non-profit board of directors, state advisory committees, and state/legislative advocacy.