In a pre-pandemic world, behavioral health experts in Pueblo were battling a high volume of substance abuse.
Now a year into the coronavirus pandemic, those same experts have had to shift focus, adapt to changing circumstances and find efficient ways to help the community from a distance.
“There was a lot of language, a lot of stories and a lot of energy around the opioid crisis and overdose rate (before COVID),” Health Solutions chief operating officer, Jason Chippeaux said. “Particularly here in Southern Colorado. We, unfortunately, are on the top of the list from a state standpoint in that regard.”