Torres Small Announces $500K Grants for Rural Substance Abuse Treatment & Mental Health Care

Las Cruces, NM –This week, Rep. Xochitl Torres Small (NM-02) announced the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $597,261 to Carlsbad Community Anti-Drug & Gang Coalition and the National Center for Frontier Communities in Silver City to support and expand substance abuse and mental health services available in rural communities. 

“The opioid epidemic has touched every community across New Mexico, and it is critical that we support local organizations and treatment centers seeking to help those in need. It’s why I’m pleased that this latest round of funding from HHS is headed to some of the rural parts of my district, where more providers are still needed. I remain dedicated to fighting for more resources and ensuring constituents can receive the care they need, no matter where they live,” said Torres Small.  

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