NCSS Here For You Episode NCSS Adolescent Substance Treatment Services

Guest: Ron Stankevich, MSW, MSA, Family Assessment Specialist

Substance use continues to plague many of the youths in our community.  The 2021 Vermont Youth Risk Behavior Survey revealed the following data for high school seniors.  That during the 30 days prior to the survey 37.4% drank alcohol at least once; 21.4% were binge drinking; 12.2% were offered, sold, or given an illegal drug on school property; and 7% took prescription pain medication without a doctor’s prescription or differently than how a doctor told them to use it.  What you may not realize is that NCSS stands ready to assist as the drug and alcohol treatment provider for Franklin County for youth ages 12 – 22. 

During this episode you’ll also hear Ron Stankevich’s story of recovery.