Healing Catron County, One Community at a Time
According to the 2020 census, Catron County has an estimated population of 3,579, making it the third least populous county in New Mexico.
Additionally, it is the largest county in the state by area, spanning approximately 6,928 square miles, with Reserve as its county seat.
County Specific Priorities
- Promote Anti-Stigma Campaigns
- Improve Medication Safety
Building a Stronger New Mexico—Together
Catron County Resource Leader
The ORC has identified a community leader from each county to serve in a “Resource Leader” role for the ORC project. Community leaders often possess a deep understanding of local needs and challenges. They have their finger on the pulse of the community, which allows them to identify pressing issues and gaps that require attention. Their insights help ensure that projects are relevant, effective, and tailored to meet the specific needs of the people they serve.
JoAnn Young is a retired registered nurse and is the ORCNM Resource Leader representing Catron County. JoAnn currently serves as the Admin Coordinator for the Catron County Health Council. Previously, she has been a part of a group of volunteers that got the Roadrunner food distribution restarted in 2020, at the beginning of the covid pandemic. They have since added 2 more food distributions every month. JoAnn is also on the SB3 stakeholder committee for LC7, has 3 grown daughters, 6 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. She believes that the work of ORCNM is very important to her and her community, as it hits close to home.
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