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Lander’s Free Medical Clinic LOR Foundation

WebI n Lander, Wyoming, about 14 percent of residents do not have health insurance, and about 20 percent of Fremont County’s working population is uninsured. This means …

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Pilot Project in Lander Provides Lifesaving Cancer Screening Kits

WebEarly screening for colorectal cancer improves outcomes tremendously, but during the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of Lander residents getting these lifesaving early …

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Lander Locals Appreciate Healthcare Workers LOR Foundation

WebT raffic was unusually high last spring on Buena Vista Drive. It wasn’t just cars, which formed lines outside Lander’s local medical clinic and hospital. The number of …

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Medical Kits and Chest Plates Protect the Public and Police …

WebRural police officers are on the frontlines of public safety. They not only respond to potentially dangerous situations like active shooters, but also car accidents, overdoses, …

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The Treeline Project Offers a More Accessible Wilderness …

WebGrant Amount: $29,995. A Care Closet Ensures Lander Teens in Need Have Access to Food, Clothing, and Hygiene Supplies. Local Champion: Fremont County …

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A Taos Pueblo Music Program Helps Those in Recovery Heal

WebIn 2019, half of the deaths on the Taos Pueblo were related to alcohol abuse. In response, Recovery Works, an intensive outpatient program that assists individuals seeking …

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Search and Rescue Volunteers Can Better Access the Trails With E …

WebThe many miles of rugged trails around Cortez make it challenging for search and rescue volunteers to get to scenes quickly and help injured or lost hikers and bikers. To better …

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Taos Writes a Playbook for Disaster Preparation

WebThe winter storms in Taos in late 2021 that left may Taoseños without power and the massive wildfires burning near Taos this summer have revealed a lack of sufficient …

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Radios Help the Cortez Community Intervention Program Reach …

WebMontezuma County launched its Community Intervention Program to better respond to noncriminal 911 calls. But in order to get the innovative program running, they needed …

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A Furniture Upgrade Makes Visits to Weiser Memorial Hospital …

WebHospital waiting rooms can be intimidating in the best of cases. At their worst, they can be uncomfortable and unhealthy for patients and families who are sometimes navigating …

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Taos NEST Emergency Shelter Will Help Residents Navigating Crises

WebResidents of Taos County—particularly those struggling with food insecurity, lack of housing, mental health issues, and substance abuse do not have an accessible, central location …

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Street Medicine Clinic Aims to Reduce ER Visits in Cortez

WebMany people experiencing homelessness in Cortez don’t receive preventative health care. Instead, they visit the emergency room when their conditions …

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Activists Win a Battle for Women’s Reproductive Healthcare in a …

WebJudging by national trends, Yeager is likely correct that the battle will continue. Across the U.S., under half of rural hospitals like Southwest Memorial provide maternal-care …

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Cortez Keeps Its Tiniest Residents Safe with a Discounted Car Seat

WebFor many years, the Colorado Department of Transportation gave funding to Montezuma County to provide families in need with carseats and installation instructions for a …

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Spay and Neuter Clinic Offers Critical Care to Four-Legged Friends …

WebA shortage of affordable, accessible spay and neuter services in Taos County has created a pet overpopulation crisis with litters of puppies and kittens being abandoned, dog packs …

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The Indigenous Community is Leading Addiction Recovery in Cortez

WebAddiction treatment and recovery initiatives in the Cortez area don’t adequately help all who are struggling. It’s a particular problem for members of the indigenous community, who …

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An Emergency Backup Keeps the Libby Food Pantry Up and Running

WebThe Libby Food Pantry stands out as a beacon for local families struggling with food insecurity. In 2023, the nonprofit served more than 3,000 households, providing roughly …

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About LOR Foundation

WebWhat We Do. We support projects that can have an immediate impact because we believe that many small actions can create lasting change. Our work focuses on solutions that …

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Holiday Hams Help Put Protein on the Tables of Food Insecure …

WebTaos Feeds Taos has been helping hundreds of food insecure families in Taos for decades. Each year the organization provides a $125 voucher to the local grocery store, plus a …

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