Articles written by Ashley Espinoza

Ashley Espinoza, High Plains Research Network|Apr 12, 2023

It’s not often that The New York Times visits eastern Colorado. However, a few months ago, it happened. Journalists were interested in learning what communities around the country are doing to address mental and emotional health. They stumbled upon the COMET Program. COMET, Changing our Mental and Emotional Trajectory, was developed by people living in eastern Colorado for rural community members. The program offers a conversational guide to talk with others when you are concerned about someone else’s mental and emotional well-being – befor...