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VT Helplink Expands Alcohol and Drug Treatment Referral Services to 24/7 Operation

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VT Expands Access to Substance Use Treatment with New Residential Beds in Vergennes
For Immediate Release: December 18, 2025 Media Contact: Kyle Casteel - Media Lead Communication Office │ Department of Health 802-863-7280 │ AHS.VDHMedia@vermont.gov VT Expands Access to Substance Use Treatment with New Residential Beds in Vergennes WATERBURY, VT — In partnership...
VT Helplink Expands Alcohol and Drug Treatment Referral Services to 24/7 Operation
For Immediate Release: January 22, 2025 Media Contact: Kyle Casteel Communication Office │ Department of Health 802-863-7280 │ AHS.VDHMedia@vermont.gov VT Helplink Expands Alcohol and Drug Treatment Referral Services to 24/7 Operation The service is also now available via text in...