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PATHS Community Medical Centers provide comprehensive primary health care to those local to the Dan River Region. Services Include: Family Medicine - Primary care for the whole family including preventive services and annual screenings for children, adults and seniors; Internal Medicine - Primary care for adults including preventive services and annual screenings; Pediatric Medicine - Primary care for babies and children including well-child visits and school/sports physicals; Chronic Disease Management - Diagnosis and ongoing care for diabetes, hypertension, and asthma. Immunization - Protection from, and prevention of, infection diseases Laboratory & EKG Testing OB/GYN Services

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (formerly the Food Stamp Program) provides a basic safety net to millions of people by providing monthly benefits to eligible low-income families which can be used to purchase food. Assistance is in the form of debit cards to help families increase their food purchasing power in order to alleviate hunger and malnutrition.

Provides childhood immunizations for measles, rubella, mumps, polio, diphtheria, whooping cough, tetanus, HIB, and hepatitis B. Provides consultation and some immunizations for overseas travel. Provide Flu immunizations and Pneumonia. Call for time and fees

Provides an elected, constitutional, law enforcement official, independent in his duties from both City and State. The office is responsible for the prosecution of all felony cases and all misdemeanor cases required by law or court order, and the provision of legal advice to elected officials upon request. The Office provides services which support the victims and witnesses involved in the various cases handled by the Office. In addition, the Office provides consumer protection assistance to residents of the City. The office prosecutes cases in all three courts located in the Joint Judicial Center . These courts are the Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court, General District Court and Circuit Court.

Provides health care and medication assistance to low-income uninsured residents of Hampton Roads

Hospice is a large program encompassing a wide range of services and care for those afflicted with a terminal disease and their families. Hospice strives to treat the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the patient. A nurse makes home visits to help manage symptoms, while home health aides help with personal care and companionship. Social workers aide with emotional support and advanced directives, speaking with families to determine strengths and needs, coordinate problem solving, counselling and referrals. Finally, chaplain services provide spiritual support upon request. Palliative care exists to enhance the comfort and quality of life, with no specific therapy being excluded from consideration.

University providing certificate and degree programs to students. Approved by the Virginia State Council of Higher Education (SCHEV) and Transnational Association of Colleges and Schools (TRACS) Accreditation Commission *

Reporting Fraud, Waste, and Abuse in state government executive branche agencies

he County Administrator’s responsibilities include carrying out the policies determined by the Board of Supervisors, installing and enforcing administrative procedures, and conducting the day-to-day business operations through a staff of professional administrators.

Provides a public library for the residents of Portsmouth.

Services completed by the Child Welfare Unit include: Prevention of Foster Care, Court-ordered Custody Home Studies, Interstate Compact requests, Resource Parent home studies and other services requested by the court as appropriate. Home studies are prepared for any court ordering this service to determine custody and/or visitation privileges. The Family Services Worker will conduct the study and make a recommendation to the court regarding the custody.

Provides building permits and inspections.

Provides emergency crisis intervention and counseling.

Teach each student the concepts, knowledge, and skills necessary to be a thinking, productive, and responsible citizen.

WIC stands for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. The goal of the program is to improve the health of pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants and children (under 5 years) through better nutrition and access to health care. The program is funded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture and operated in Virginia through the Virginia Department of Health. The program provides screening and referrals to other health, welfare and social service agencies, nutrition education, breastfeeding promotion and support as well as supplemental nutritious foods. To be eligible for the WIC Program, applicants must meet categorical, residential, income and nutrition risk requirements.

Pregnancy testing, counseling and referral is available. There is a fee for pregnancy testing.

Oversees the operation of Washington County.

Temporary care arranged for children who cannot be in their own homes and who have been placed in foster care by the court.

The main purpose of the Evacuation Assembly Centers is to provide a checkpoint to monitor radiation contamination. Evacuation Assembly Centers will also provide shelter, food and clothing for those who need assistance.

Assists low-income Appalachian Power customers with their electric bill. Utility assistance grants applied directly to AEP bill to help maintain or restore basic electric service (up to $300 per calendar year). Eligible customers will have a household income at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines. Available to customers who may not be eligible for the Energy Assistance Program. Grants are dispersed on a first-come first-serve basis to eligible applicants and are based on funding availability. Client must have disconnect notice. Bill must be in the name of adult living in the household. Must have paid at least $100 out of pocket in last 90 days or $75 if over age 65. DOES NOT APPLY TO RECONNECTION FEES.

Operates a thrift store which sells clothing, furniture and household goods at nominal prices. Clothing/Household Vouchers are available for LCAC Clients.

This program can provide low to moderate-income individuals and families with financial assistance towards security deposit/1st month's rent, rental assistance or utility assistance. This program also provides case management to ensure that clients will become self-sufficient after completing the program.

The educational program assists students and adults whose diagnoses include autism and intellectual disabilities, as well as behavioral, learning and emotional disorders. The Richmond campus also provide applied behavior analysis services.

Project LINK offers services to women and children whose lives have been negatively affected by substance use. This may include the woman’s own substance use, her partner’s use, or use by a family member. Priority services are given to women who are currently pregnant, parenting, or seeking to regain custody. The program provides comprehensive, individualized, family-focused, gender specific case management services.

Food for Families provides free supplemental groceries to individuals and families that are food insecure. Neighbor-choice pantry allows families to shop for themselves and pick out groceries that best meet their needs. Individuals and families can shop twice a month.