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DocuSign Envelope ID:CAABEAFA-9919-4207-B5CD-58E618EA747E <br /> the project. Using comparative research methods, we provided national and regional <br /> comparisons to assess capacity, service utilization, and to identify gaps and shortages. We <br /> identified opportunities for improvement, and made recommendations for optimal positioning <br /> for the future. <br /> NRI was specifically responsible for addressing the following tasks: <br /> • Assess the degree to which current system resources are serving special populations, <br /> including children, adults, older adults; and persons with traumatic brain injury, dementia, <br /> severe and persistent mental illness. To accomplish this task, a series of surveys and service <br /> inventories were completed. First, we designed and distributed a statewide stakeholder <br /> survey that was completed by nearly 1,500 individuals in every region of the state. The <br /> survey solicited important feedback on what is needed to improve the behavioral health <br /> system in Colorado. Second, a separate survey was administered to behavioral health <br /> providers to understand their perspectives on populations that are underserved and <br /> services needing improvement. Third, a Provider Inventory collected information about <br /> resources available for behavioral health consumers. The inventory represents a snapshot <br /> of the programs and services available across seven geographic regions. Lastly, several key <br /> informant interviews and focus groups were held to provide a forum for them to convey <br /> their experiences with the behavioral health system, and to offer solutions. <br /> • Analyze projected impact of court-ordered evaluation and competency restorations on civil <br /> bed availability. To complete this task, NRI staff analyzed state and national-level data to <br /> identify trends in inpatient bed use for evaluation and competency, conducted focus groups <br /> on court-ordered evaluation and competency, and prepared a summary of the projected <br /> impact these restorations would have on civil bed availability. <br /> • Identify the strengths and weaknesses in the public mental health delivery system related <br /> to community integration and the Olmstead mandate. To complete this task, NRI staff <br /> reviewed a docket of court cases related to the enforcement of the Americans with <br /> Disabilities Act Title II Integration Regulation to identify where Colorado might be at risk of <br /> violation based on past precedence. In addition to reviewing the docket of cases, NRI staff <br /> reviewed state and national-level data to see how Colorado compared regionally and <br /> nationally on a number of community integration measures. <br /> North Dakota State Disabilities Council <br /> Under contract to the ND State Disabilities Council, JoAnne Hoesel surveyed agencies with <br /> regulatory and legislative authority for IDD services and supports, and identified overlapping <br /> Page 5 <br /> NRI • 3141 Fairview Park Drive • Suite 650• Falls Church, VA• 22042 • 703-738-8160 •www.nri-inc.org <br />