The Vermont Department of Health (VDH), Division of Substance Use Programs (DSU) is pleased to announce a funding opportunity. VDH/DSU is seeking proposals from eligible organizations for the purpose of increasing Vermonters’ access to high quality, certified recovery housing by developing and implementing a recovery residence for young adults (ages 18 – 24). Recovery Housing is defined as a safe, substance free living environment that promotes individual recovery through positive peer group interactions among house members and staff. Recovery Housing is affordable, substance free, and allows the house members or residents to continue to develop their individual recovery plans and become self-supporting. Proposals submitted in response to this RFP should demonstrate a well thought out rationale for determining the use of the funds. The information contained herein is provided for organizational use in applying for these funds. The VDH is interested in maximizing the potential impact and reach of the funding available. Required Activities include: • Organization must demonstrate how they will develop and implement a recovery residence for young adults (ages 18 – 24) with substance use disorder. • Proposals must describe a sustainability plan for continuation of the implemented housing after the one-time funding period.
