As of January 2027, some low-income adults ages 19–64 who are not enrolled in certain programs (such as long-term services and supports [LTSS] or buy-in programs) must show they meet new work requirements, or that they are exempt.
Not all Health First Colorado members subject to the new work requirements will need to show proof right away.
- Current members will need to show at renewal that they met the requirement in at least one of the previous six months. Ways to meet the requirement include:
- Completing 80 hours of approved activities: working, participating in a work program, volunteering or going to school (or a mix of these)
- Earning at least $580 from paid work
- Showing documentation that they meet an exemption and do not need to meet the requirement
- New applicants will need to complete paperwork to show they met the work requirement in the month before they submit their application for Health First Colorado. Ways to meet the requirement include:
- Completing 80 hours of approved activities: working, participating in a work program, volunteering or going to school (or a mix of these)
- Earning at least $580 from paid work
- Showing documentation that they meet an exemption and do not need to meet the requirement
Example: If your renewal is due March 2027, you will need to show proof that you have earned $580 or worked, participated in a work program, volunteered or went to school (or a mix of these) at least 80 hours during one of the months within your 6-month renewal period. (September through February).