New Colorado rules require a PMIP for Community First Choice (CFC) for adults and children. Learn how to get your medical provider to certify the ULTC 100.2.
Jason Schlosky
Jason Schlosky has built his career at the intersection of families and care systems, helping each side understand the other better. As a husband, father of two, and a brother to siblings with disabilities, Jason knows firsthand how overwhelming it can be to navigate care systems that weren't always designed with families in mind. That lived experience doesn't sit in the background of his work. It is his North Star.
With an extensive background in executive leadership across the Colorado home care industry, Jason has dedicated his career to reducing barriers to care and helping hundreds of Colorado families access the services they need. His work centers on Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), Colorado Medicaid, and the evolving landscape of paid family caregiving, systems he believes should work alongside families, not around them.
Jason is a recognized voice on Community First Choice (CFC) and treating family caregivers as the professional experts they are. His approach blends professional expertise and humor, with compassionate, practical leadership, making complex systems feel more human and less bureaucratic. He is now channeling that experience into something larger. As the founder of Caregivers First Choice, Jason is building the resource he wishes had existed for many families – a place where Colorado caregivers find real answers, real support, and a community that understands what they're carrying.
Medicaid Compliance: Why Caregiver “Gifts” are Limited
Are caregiver “sign-on bonuses” too good to be true? In Colorado, they often are. Federal and state Medicaid gift rules strictly prohibit agencies from using cash, gift cards, or expensive perks to influence your choice of provider. Discover why these lures are a major …
The Ultimate Guide to HMA Documentation: How Colorado Families Get Paid for Skilled Care
You aren’t just a “mom” helping out—you are a care specialist managing complex skilled tasks like wound care and respiratory support every single day. But if your paperwork doesn’t match your expertise, the state labels it “unskilled”. We’ve built a guide to help …
Colorado Minimum Wage 2026: What Every Caregiver Needs to Know
Colorado’s minimum wage changes are shifting the landscape for home care in 2026. Discover how these updates impact your family’s care plan and why ensuring competitive caregiver pay is more important than ever.
Navigating the Shift: What Colorado’s Medicaid Budget Crisis Means for Your Family
Recent Colorado Medicaid budget updates are introducing new changes to In-Home Support Services (IHSS) hours. Learn what these adjustments mean for your family and how to navigate the new landscape without losing essential care.
Decoding the ULTC 100.2 for Colorado Kids | Caregivers First Choice
Navigating the ULTC 100.2 assessment for children can be overwhelming for any family. We break down exactly how this scoring system works and what you need to know to secure the right level of support.
Colorado Medicaid Policy Update: The 56-Hour Cap Pause and What it means for IHSS Families
With new Medicaid soft caps on the horizon, maximizing the value of every authorized hour is critical. Find out why partnering with a high-paying agency protects your family’s financial stability during these changes.
The 56-Hour Caregiver Cap: Official Implementation Pause & Update for Colorado Families
While the 56-hour weekly cap is paused for now. There are still actionable steps to build a reliable, multi-person care team to ensure no gaps in support.
The “I Make Too Much” Myth: Does Your Income Actually Disqualify Your Child from Medicaid?
Understanding Medicaid income limits for children with disabilities in Colorado doesn’t have to be a guessing game. Explore our clear breakdown of the financial thresholds and the alternative pathways to eligibility.
The New Era of Provider Accountability: Why Transparency is the Only Path Forward
The Medicaid expansion has ushered in a new era of strict provider accountability across Colorado. Discover why Caregivers First Choice believes total transparency is the only way to build trust with families and case managers.
Resilience in Caregiving: Navigating New Limits and the History of Colorado’s Medicaid Shortfalls
Colorado’s history of Medicaid budget shortfalls has repeatedly tested the resilience of family caregivers. Read our perspective on navigating the latest care limits while continuing to fiercely advocate for your loved one.
Big News: New Tax Ruling Could Mean a “Hidden Pay Raise” for Live-In Family Caregivers
A recent IRS tax ruling could unlock a significant, hidden pay raise for live-in family caregivers. Find out if you qualify for tax-free wages and how to legally maximize your take-home pay.