The Daily Yonder is an independent news outlet dedicated to covering the realities of rural life, often challenging stereotypes by highlighting both the struggles and innovations within rural communities. In a recent story, the outlet reported on New Mexico’s RISE program, which provides behavioral health and reentry support across 10 rural counties, with Sierra County’s Olive Tree Creative Arts and Community Center serving as a standout example. By tailoring services to local needs—such as transitional housing, case management, and therapy—the program has dramatically reduced recidivism rates and become a model for rural behavioral health. The Daily Yonder uses stories like these to emphasize that rural communities, though often under-resourced, are hubs of resilience and innovation, aligning with broader Aspen CSG conversations about reimagining rural policy and capacity-building in ways that prioritize community-driven solutions.
Mental Health and New Mexico RISE
