One promising strategy to help Vermont residents recover from addiction and cope with mental health challenges is known as peer coaching. This approach brings trained coaches to emergency rooms, recovery centers, homeless shelters, and other locations to connect with people in need and help put them on the path to healthier lives.
National research suggests peer coaching can help reduce substance use disorder, hospitalizations, and involvement in the criminal justice system while building hope and empowerment.
People over 60 are Vermont’s fastest growing demographic—a trend that brings both challenges and opportunities. Charitable giving can help older adults maintain independence, share their experience...
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Vermont has an impressive record on land conservation but there is more work to be done to address climate change, improve water quality, and protect the...
Read the brief "Vermont Land Conservation: Getting it right" »
Vermont can do much more to meet climate action goals, create walkable communities, and reduce reliance on gas-hogging trucks and cars. The good news is that...