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Champions for Behavioral Health &
Substance Use Care for Coloradans
We envision a state where all persons with substance use disorders & related
behavioral health needs have full access & equity to care, provided with
dignity and respect, free from stigma & public policy that supports the
full continuum including prevention, treatment, & recovery.
Mission
Our mission is to advocate, strengthen, & elevate the voice of Colorado’s network of prevention, treatment, & recovery providers to improve statewide, equitable access to care & outcomes for people with substance use disorders & related behavioral health needs.
Member Benefits
We are a member focused, mission-driven association. Our Team is here to support you by providing opportunities for connection, legislative support, training and events, certifications, venue space, and more.
Testimonials
As a COPA member for decades, Signal is excited to see the commitment to an updated vision for the organization that meets the needs of the current environment of change and reform in behavioral health in Colorado. COPA is made up of diverse members of many views, but we come together with strength and the authenticity of grassroots vision for meeting the needs of consumers and families.
I joined COPA last year and it has provided a much-needed connection to state-level Substance Use & Behavioral Health work. This is especially vital for rural and frontier communities like mine, who often have limited access to care.