Sunday, June 14, 2026
Addiction: A Rural Reality

Addiction: A Rural Reality

After losing her daughter to opioid addiction, Tonda DaRe searched for solutions. Two years and many conferences later, she started Holly’s Song of Hope.

Learn more about actions individuals, organizations and local, state or federal governments can take to help stop the opioid crisis.
A man, David Stanley, stands holding his parents photo, behind him the wall is filled with other family photos. .

David Stanley fought to get his life back, knowing it would be his last chance to recover. However, his battle with opioid addiction ended in September.

It would be nice if we could simply stop using opioids, but it's more complicated than that. Learn more about when opioid therapy should be utilized.
Three volunteer North Beaver Firefighters and Rescue workers stand in front of their station.

The North Beaver Volunteer Fire Department feels the impact of the opioid epidemic. Responding to more and more drug-related calls, it’s stretched thin.
Here a patient is given Methadone, one of the replacement treatment options for people with an opioid addiction.

There is no one-size-fits-all opioid substance use treatment strategy. But for any treatment to work, it must include ongoing counseling and support.

Talking to a loved one who is struggling with addiction can be difficult. Use these tips to help get the conversation started.
Pills, Fentynal Powder, and Heroin syringe sit on a table

Addiction: A Rural Reality shares stories from three rural counties with high rates of overdose deaths. Get the facts and figures behind our coverage.
Brent Bennet stands on the corner of a Huron County street

After falling into the deadly pattern of opioid addiction, Brent Bennett found hope through his faith and the support of his family.
A diverse group of people sit and talk during a group counseling session.

In rural counties, detoxification and rehabilitation centers can be scarce. Learn more about how to get help in Guernsey, Huron and Lawrence counties.