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Provide well child exams including developmental screening. Emphasis is on health education and prevention of developmental delays. Preschool and school placement physicals are performed on a limited basis. Provides follow-up and referral for children with elevated blood lead levels and other medical and developmental problems.

The Administrative Department provides management of the department heads and human resources services for the employees, develops a recommended budget for consideration by the governing body, researches projects and program requirements and administers special projects for the Town. The Town's chief administrative officer, the Town Manager, is directly responsible to the Town Council for carrying out its policies and for enforcement of Town regulations and ordinances. The manager also makes recommendations to the governing body concerning Town affairs and keeps it advised of the Town's financial condition and future needs. All departmental functions within the Town are supervised by the Town Manager. The Town Manager is appointed for an indefinite term by a majority vote of Town Council and works at their pleasure.

Makes grants to the Portsmouth community for health programs.

Blood Pressure checks are free; there is a small fee for cholesterol screening and blood glucose determinations.

Andrew Rader US Army Health Clinic provides primary care, pediatrics, and select specialty care services.

Provides protection for adults from abuse and neglect. Investigates and responds to reports of suspected abuse of disabled adults over age 18 and any person over age 60.

The American Liver Foundation facilitate, advocate and promote education, support and research for the prevention, treatment and cure of liver disease.

Reunification of the family by correcting problems that ultimately led to the Foster Care placement. This involves working with the natural family, the child, the foster family, the court, and various community resources. The Child Welfare Unit is responsible for the recruitment, approval, and re-evaluation of foster care homes. A volunteer Foster Care program is offered to families in need of respite care for their children.

Morningside Manor is a 105 unit HUD funded income based independent living facility for people age 62 or older and adults with disabilities. Offers studios, one bedroom units, laundry facilities, and five units that are wheelchair accessible.

Child Find of America, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization that provides professional services to prevent and resolve child abduction and the family conflicts that can lead to abduction and abuse. Our free programs and services for children and families are available nationally.

Provides planned combinations of individualized activities, supports, training, supervision and transportation to individuals with intellectual disabilities to improve their skills or maintain an optimal level of functioning. The program is designed to provide training and support in non-vocational areas such as self care, independent living, communication, socialization and motor skills.

Counseling services are offered to individuals ages 4 to adult.

Providing Christmas to children by way of food, clothing, toys, and other gifts. Call for dates and times to fill out applications for Holiday Assistance.

A visual art gallery that promotes and offers activities, educational programs and facilities which will increase the understanding and enjoyment of the fine arts. Strives to recognize, encourage and support original work by area artists, crafts people and musicians. Will conduct school tours with prior notice. Sponsors special performances for a fee.

ElderLink provides affordable care management to older adults in Northern Virginia. Services include: An in-home assessment to determine what type of care is needed; Development of a comprehensive care plan; Assistance in finding and obtaining services; Monitoring to ensure appropriate care.

Oversees the operation of Smyth County.

Door-to-Door van service provided to persons who cannot ride regular GLTC buses because of a disability. Van equipped with lift.

Alleviate alcohol and drug abuse and their related problems, and to promote a more healthy community environment.

ReStore is a resale business that sells new and used building materials and home improvement items to the general public. All materials are donated by local retail businesses, building contractors, suppliers and individuals, and are made available for sale to the public at 50% to 90% below retail prices.

Provides administration of the Bath County public school programs. Programs include education, special education programs, counseling, social work, and a school health program.

All required childhood immunizations are free of charge. Adult and childhood non-code of Virginia vaccinations.

Project Literacy offers free, confidential tutoring to adults in reading, writing, English-speaking, math, and basic technology skills. Also sponsor book clubs where particpants learn strategies for better reading comprehension.

The Planning Department provides staff support to the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors, including reviewing and providing recommendations on all land use matters presented to the Commission and Board.

Provides time limited cash assistance to families in which a minor child is dependent because of lack of parental support due to death, disability, and absence from home or unemployment. The child must be under age 18 plus living with a parent or relative. Eligible persons receive Medicaid. Participants are subject to Employment Services Participation and there are income and resource limits.