Adams County’s efforts to support children and families impacted by trauma were recently featured by CBS Colorado, spotlighting the county’s ongoing collaboration with Raise the Future and the implementation of Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) practices.
TBRI is a trauma-informed model that gives caregivers, professionals, and community members tools to better connect with and support children who have experienced significant adversity. Through the continued partnership with Raise the Future, Adams County Human Services has been expanding its use of this approach across departments to improve outcomes for youth and families.
“We’re proud that CBS Colorado recognized the meaningful work happening here in Adams County,” said Adams County Board Chair Lynn Baca. “This is not a new initiative; it's a deepening of our commitment to doing things differently for children in our care. We know building trust and healing relationships are at the heart of long-term success.”
In the CBS feature, Ashley Oliver, who leads the county’s therapeutic foster care program, shared success stories that demonstrate TBRI’s impact. “We definitely need more foster homes,” Oliver said. “But I’ve seen great successes. "One of the young people we work with had to move seven times, but now she’s been in the same placement for a whole year—that’s incredible!"”
Adams County staff were first introduced to TBRI through Raise the Future’s training programs and summits. Since then, the approach has steadily taken root, not only in how staff work with children and families, but also in how they support each other.
“This work is emotionally intense, and TBRI has given our team a shared language and strategy for navigating it with compassion,” said Katie McDougal, Director of Human Services for Adams County. “It’s helped us reframe how we think about trauma, regulation, and relationships with our families and ourselves.”
Adams County continues to collaborate with Raise the Future to train staff and embed trauma-informed care across its Human Services department. The CBS story is part of their ongoing partnership with Raise the Future and aired as part of A Day for Wednesday’s Child on April 16, a day of awareness and fundraising for children in foster care waiting to be adopted.
Adams County Launches Neighborhood Community Fund Program
The Adams County Office of Strategic Partnerships & Resilient Communities (SPARC) has launched the Neighborhood Community Fund program to provide resources for residents and community groups to create projects, events, and initiatives that strengthen neighborhoods, foster connections, and address community needs. This program is designed to support local ideas and empower neighbors to work together to make a positive impact.
Projects funded by the Neighborhood Community Fund program will align with one or more of the program’s priority areas:
Singer Tayler Holder to Perform at the Annual Stars & Stripes Event
The annual pre-Independence Day celebration at Riverdale Regional Park is back! Join us Thursday, July 3, for Stars & Stripes, presented by Ward Electric—a free evening of live country music, delicious food, family-friendly activities, and a spectacular fireworks show.
Adams County Regional Graffiti Removal Program Earns Statewide Award for Innovation and Results
We all want to live in clean, safe, beautiful places. One program at Adams County just received an award for their efforts to make that a reality—one power-wash or coat of paint at a time.
Adams County Pride Returns Saturday, June 14
Adams County Pride is back at Riverdale Regional Park on Saturday, June 14. Take pride in who you are and celebrate love and equality at the free, family-friendly festival featuring art and live entertainment.
Adams County Honors Public Service Recognition Week and the Employees Who Power Our Communities
Adams County is proud to join the nation in celebrating Public Service Recognition Week (PSRW) from May 4-10, recognizing the invaluable contributions of county employees who dedicate their careers to serving the public and strengthening our communities.
Adams County Senior Deputy County Manager Alisha Reis Honored with Prestigious Trailblazer Award
Adams County is proud to announce Senior Deputy County Manager Alisha Reis has been awarded the distinguished Trailblazer Award by the Colorado City and County Management Association (CCCMA).
Adams County Establishes Long-Term Recovery & Resiliency Strategic Plan
Adams County has created a Long-Term Recovery and Resiliency Strategic Plan to strengthen the county’s ability to anticipate, respond to, and recover from disruptions—such as natural disasters, health crises, and economic challenges—that could impact our community.
Adams County Announces 2025 Concert Lineup for the Fair
Adams County is excited to unveil the concert lineup for this year’s Adams County Fair powered by United Power—and it's set to be a highlight of the summer!
On Wednesday, July 30 at 8 p.m., rising country star Tyler Braden will take the stage at the United Power Grandstand, joined by special guest Bayker Blankenship.
COMMISSIONERS’ CORNER—Earth Month in Adams County: Acting on What Matters to Our Community
By Lynn Baca, Chair of the Adams County Board of Commissioners
Boom Supersonic to Launch Symphony Engine Testing at Colorado Air and Space Port
Adams County and Colorado Air and Space Port (CASP) announce a major milestone in aerospace development as Boom Supersonic has selected CASP as the site of its Symphony engine test facility.
