Addison County VT Addiction Treatment Hotline
Addison County, Vermont substance abuse addiction resources, help lines and hotlines, call for free, confidential support
Addison County VT Substance Use Helpline
The Vermont Treatment Hotline is available 24 hours a day for those who require immediate assistance and wish to learn more about available treatment options. In addition to discussing potential next actions for you or a loved one, everything discussed is confidential, and our staff will provide treatment options for alcoholism, drug abuse, opioid disorders, and other substance dependence. This could come in the form of treatment recommendations, emergency crisis support & intervention, or we could just point you in the direction of substance abuse treatment facilities located in the Addison County, VT area. In danger or need immediate medical attention? Call 911 Now.
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Substance abuse statistics in Addison County, VT
Addison County, Vermont, like many other areas in the United States, has been affected by substance abuse. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has also recognized the need for substance abuse prevention and treatment in rural Addison County, Vermont [2]. Substance abuse is a significant problem in the county, with drug problems being responsible for 80% of criminal activity, including thefts [3].
There are specific drugs of concern in Addison County, including heroin and opioids. The Addison County Substance Use and Prevention Coalition is a public health and advocacy coalition that includes community leaders from many sectors [4]. The coalition has recognized the need to address the issue of heroin and opioid use in the county [5]. Efforts to address substance abuse in Addison County include the implementation and expansion of services and supports through grants, such as the one awarded to Vermont to address statewide mental health and substance use disorder needs associated with COVID-19 [6].
Substance abuse not only affects the individual but also their families. Families need education, information, resources, and support to deal with substance use disorders [7].
References
2. Grants Dashboard. (n.d.) Retrieved August 28, 2023, from www.samhsa.gov
3. Vergennes takes stock of drug abuse problem. (n.d.) Retrieved August 28, 2023, from www.addisonindependent.com
4. Addison County Substance Use and Prevention Coalition. (n.d.) Retrieved August 28, 2023, from unitedwayaddisoncounty.org/peeps
5. COMMUNITY SOLUTIONS TO BREAKING THE CYCLE …. (n.d.) Retrieved August 28, 2023, from www.govinfo.gov
6. VT Discretionary Funding Fiscal Year 2020. (n.d.) Retrieved August 28, 2023, from www.samhsa.gov
7. Addressing the Opioid Crisis in Addison County. (n.d.) Retrieved August 28, 2023, from buildingbrightfutures.org/addressing-the-opioid-crisis/
Addison County, VT Substance Abuse Treatment & Drug Addiction Hotlines and Resources
United Way Addison County VT
At the United Way in Addison County VT, we identify the most pressing issues and we bring together the people we think can solve them. United Way funds agencies that, working together, can address the nuances of complex problems like poverty, homelessness, lack of affordable high-quality childcare, domestic violence, isolation, substance use disorder, and a disengaged workforce. We find solutions to fill unmet needs. We deploy volunteers as the feet on the street, delivering hope to people in need. We raise funding through generous donors who understand that social change can’t happen without it.
Addison County VT Parent Survey
The 2022 Addison County Parent Survey on Youth Substance Use was conducted, and this report was prepared, for the United Way of Addison County (UWAC), by the Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation (PIRE). Funding was provided by UWAC’s Partnerships for Success grant from the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and Drug Free Communities grant from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
2023 Addison County VT Youth Survey
The 2023 Addison County Youth Survey was conducted, and this report was prepared, for the United Way of Addison County (UWAC), by the Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation (PIRE). Funding was provided by UWAC’s Drug Free Communities grant from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). The time and willingness of Addison County school staff and students to participate in the survey is gratefully acknowledged.
The Counseling Service of Addison County
The Counseling Service of Addison County is committed to promoting stable and safe communities by helping people live emotionally healthy and satisfying lives. They strive to provide the best mental health, substance abuse, and developmental services to improve the quality of life for all community members.They work collaboratively with community organizations to help individuals and families achieve maximum wellness.