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Fosters a community environment in which people with disabilities can achieve their maximum level of independence. Offers advocacy, information and referral, peer counseling, independent living skills training, transition services for youth, transition services for people with disabilities residing in nursing facilities, assistance devices & accessible home modifications such as ramps and grab bars. Offers community education as well as personal technical assistance on accessibility.

Ombudsman Program helps resolve complaints and concerns about care in nursing homes, adult care residences, and in-home services. Ombudsmen advocate for older persons receiving long term care services, whether the care is provided in a nursing home or assisted living facility, or through community-based services to assist persons still living at home. They resolve problems of individual residents and groups of residents to bring about changes at the local, state and national levels to improve care and quality of life. The cornerstone of this work is Residents' Rights.

Provides area residents with materials and services to meet their educational and recreational needs.

Provides comprehensive, primary health care to individuals and families in need of services. Care available at Southern Dominion Health System, Inc. includes infant and childcare, adolescent medicine, primary gynecology, adult primary care, geriatrics, preventive health care, and minor surgery.

Day care available for parents receiving TANF and working or in school.

Provides management plans for timberland owners, free of charge. Works to protect water quality through soil erosion control. Offers timber sales and harvesting assistance. Provides information on available financial assistance for site preparation and tree planting. Educates landowners on insect and disease control.

Provides command GMT's (General Military Training) workshops on financial topics, personal financial counseling, community referrals, leadership training, and command financial specialists training. Also provides all-comer workshops on financial topics. Command Financial Specialist's training is available to service members E-6 and above, or E-5 with Command approval. FFSC Oceana's CFS classes are held at our Dam Neck office.

Provides clothing for anyone in the Harrisonburg and Rockingham area. We ask no questions, but try to serve the poor. Additional Contact: Janet Slough (540)433-2296

The Environmental Health Division is dedicated to making the Roanoke City & Alleghany Health Districts the healthiest districts in the state by protecting citizens from preventable risks to human health and the environment where they live, learn and work. Emphasis is placed on education and public awareness of health concerns, as well as regulatory authority. The main Environmental Health office is located at 1502 Williamson Road NE Roanoke VA. Phone (540) 204-9764. The Environmental Health Division is responsible for the following programs: Food Program (Restaurants, Caterers, Schools, Mobile Units, Adult Homes, Day Cares, Festivals) Onsite Program (Private Sewage Disposal Systems and Drinking Water Wells) Tourist Establishments Program (Hotels, Motels, Campgrounds, Bed & Breakfast Facilities) Recreational Water Program (Public Pools & Water Parks) Rabies Program (Exposure Case Management and Testing) Lead Program (Lead Based Paint) Tick Identification Program General Environmental Health Program (General Environmental Complaints)

The TRIAD partnership in Virginia, through the Office of the Attorney General, protects the growing elderly population. A major purpose of Triad is to develop, expand and implement effective crime prevention and safety programs for older Virginians.

Provides medical care and prescription drug assistance to those who are eligible.

Dental clinic provides dental care to the uninsured and those with Medicaid, Medicare and FAMIS insurance.

The Denbigh House is vocational rehabilitation program for individuals with brain injury who live in and around the Tidewater Peninsula. The program provides an array of community based and vocational services designed to help survivors of brain injury achieve greater levels of independence and productivity. The Denbigh House is part of Virginia's safety net service system for survivors of brain injury.

Provide a variety of complex services to the public and bar, dealing with court administration of estates, file criminal, chancery (divorces) and civil cases. Issue marriage licenses, provide change of name form, approve notary publications and are responsible for jury management. Passports available. Fees are: $60 for adults, $40 for children; valid for 10 years for adults and 5 years for children.

Offers breast feeding information, encouragement and support. It provides leadership training and conferences. Persons looking for their local group should call the toll-free number listed above or visit the LLLI's web site. Offers a bimonthly publication called New Beginnings and consultation to UNICEF and the World Health Organization.

Plans for potential emergencies and to respond to bioterrorism, infectious disease outbreaks and other public health emergencies.

No Wrong Door is a person-centered system designed to streamline individuals' access to community services and supports. The program operates through a statewide network of partners supporting older adults, caregivers, individuals with disabilities, veterans and all other populations seeking services and supports. It uses secure technology to link providers who collaboratively connect individuals to the supports and services they need.

Areas Served: Cities of Staunton & Waynesboro. This program provides early intervention services for infants, toddlers, and their families birth to age three who have a diagnosed disability or suspected developmental delays.

The identification, receipt, and investigation of complaints and reports of adult abuse, neglect, exploitation, or self-neglect incapacitated persons 18 years of age and older and persons 60 years of age and older.

Building is used as a venue to be rented and also for Parks and Recreation programs.

A self-management education program for people with chronic health problems. CDSMP workshops meet 2.5 hours per week for 6 weeks. CDSMP deals with problems associated with chronic disease, appropriate exercise, proper use of medications, communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals, nutrition, and, how to evaluate new treatments.

The Town Manager is appointed by the Town Council to oversee the daily operations of the Town of Amherst, advise and administer the policies and procedures of the Town Council, and enforce Town ordinances adopted and actions passed by Town Council. The Town Manager is responsible for the management of all Town departments and all Town funds, working with the Finance Office to coordinate the budget development process that includes revenue and expenditure projections for the upcoming fiscal year, and reviewing policies and programs in an effort to provide improved services to the community.

CHGW has 4 shelter and housing programs, including: Emergency overnight shelter: At Sanctuary, youth can get a meal, a hot shower, a safe place to sleep, and the chance to wash and dry their clothes. 90-day residential program: Our Safe Haven program helps young people leave the streets and get their lives back on track. LGBTQ+ youth housing: Our SHINE program is a 90-day residential program for LGBTQ+ youth to provide a safe space for them to thrive on their journey to self-sufficiency. Transitional housing: Rights of Passage, helps youth hone the skills they need for independent living. While there are no strict time limits on your stay, we encourage all residents to work towards their goals of independence and stability. Safety and Well-being It is our top priority that all youth feel welcome and safe at our facilities regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. Our shelters are equipped with security measures to ensure youth safety and staffed with caring professionals who treat our young people with absolute respect and unconditional love.

Sponsors recreational activities for persons with developmental disabilities.

Provides public transportation, the city of Waynesboro Offers 2 services: the Waynesboro Circulator and the Demand Bus.