13. Employee Programs That Address Substance Use with Elliot Stone

There is often a disconnect between employees and employers when it comes to needing assistance with substance use. The stigma involved creates a barrier that blocks the employee from reaching out and finding help.

Luckily, there is a confidential program that exists so employers can help not only their employees, but their employee’s families as well.

In this episode, Lorne Curry invites Elliot Stone, CEO and co-founder of ALAViDa onto the show. Lorne and Elliot speak about the ALAViDA program and how it works to assist employers and employees.

Elliot discusses: 

• How ALAViDA provides virtual care for all substances
• How the ALAViDA program works
• Using ALAViDA with employee assistance programs
• Challenges that companies face in changing their approach to substance use
• And more

Resources: 

• Group Benefits headquarters 

Connect With Elliot Stone:

• ALAViDA
• LinkedIn: Elliot Stone

Connect With Lorne Curry

• (705)-749-1131
• Curry Financial Group
• LinkedIn: Lorne Curry

About Our Guest:

Elliot brings a new perspective to the world of addiction medicine. After tireless research into alternatives to conventional alcohol treatment, Elliot pulled together world leading clinicians and researchers to create a treatment experience that puts the patient first. He brings a focused direction to providing evidence-based, collaborative care in a non-judgmental environment.