Hope in Recovery: A Community Reunited | Montpelier News

Montpelier News Today | 2 Min New | The Daily News Now! · Aug 6, 2026 · 2m

Five years strong, Vermont’s “Coming Together, There is Hope” summit drew a vibrant community of recovery advocates, survivors, and supporters to Essex Junction, proving that even amid rising substance use rates, hope thrives through shared stories and solidarity. Speakers, including a long-term recovery coach who turned his pain into purpose, revealed how stigma, self-doubt, and addiction intertwined — and how treatment, community, and personal grit can rebuild lives. From drum circles to panel discussions, the event celebrated resilience, spotlighted vital resources, and reminded everyone…