Kristin Kelley spent her first few weeks as Ouray County's new public health director working closely with state emergency response officials to help county residents affected by flooding. The registered nurse also plans to improve access to mental health care. Lia Salvatierra — Ouray County Plaindealer
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Health director focused on partnerships, equity
Kristin Kelley’s first weeks as Ouray County’s new public health director tested her forte and favorite part of the job — building up community partnerships and ensuring equal access to care — as she helped respond to a series of floods that triggered disaster declarations in the county.