08/19/2026
Vermont’s communities are stronger when we take care of each other. Sadly, 1 in 9 Vermonters copes with alcohol use disorder—and for those seeking help, there is a severe shortage of treatment options available. What message does this send to our neighbors who need help? As Tyler Ballard of CVOEO explains, we need to ensure that every Vermonter who wants to overcome alcohol use disorder has a humane and safe path to recovery.