VAMHAR has hired John Pierce to be Interim Director until a new Director is hired. John worked for the Vermont Department of Mental Health for many years, and since retirement, has been involved in advocacy efforts for mental health and disabilities. John is also a former VAMHAR Board member. John worked for the Vermont Department of Mental Health for many years, and since retirement, has been involved in advocacy efforts for mental health and disabilities. John is also a former VAMHAR Board member. Gov. Shumlin outlines administration changes… “In addition, former Rep. Floyd Nease has been appointed Director of Systems Integration, helping coordinate family services across Vermont, reducing the paperwork for families in need of state assistance, and speeding the flow of financial aid to those who qualify.”