Activity Highlight
- Date: April 14, 2026
- Service Area: Socorro County
- Purpose: Provide regional updates and strengthen partnerships supporting prevention, treatment, and workforce development
- Key Features:
- Presentation to the Socorro County Commissioners
- Introduction of the Teen Seen youth behavioral health app
- Updates on new regional partnerships across New Mexico
- Quarterly detention center trainings focused on substance use disorders
- Continued support for critical county resources and staffing
Overview
On April 14, 2026, the Opioid Remediation Collaborative of New Mexico (ORCNM) presented project updates to the Socorro County Commissioners, highlighting ongoing regional initiatives, workforce development efforts, and community partnerships designed to strengthen prevention and treatment systems throughout the county.
During the presentation, ORCNM shared updates on newly established partnerships with the Village of Los Lunas, Grant County, and Luna County, helping expand regional coordination and improve access to remediation resources across rural New Mexico.
Commissioners were also introduced to Teen Seen, ORCNM’s new behavioral health and substance use support app created specifically for youth ages 13–17. The platform provides accessible, youth-friendly tools and resources aimed at early intervention and support.
Additional updates included ORCNM’s ongoing quarterly detention center trainings led by Dr. Patricia Pade for the Socorro County Detention Center. Training topics included:
- Intoxication and Withdrawal – Alcohol and Opioids
- The Evidence of Addiction as a Disease and the Rationale for Medications for Opioid Use Disorders
- Stimulants and Stimulant Use Disorders
ORCNM also highlighted continued support for essential community resources, including staffing assistance for the Socorro County Detention Center and Puerto Seguro, helping strengthen the county’s ability to serve individuals experiencing substance use and behavioral health challenges.
ORCNM extends sincere thanks to the Socorro County Commissioners and residents for their partnership and continued collaboration in building coordinated, community-driven solutions across the region.