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Provides financial assistance to eligible families to help pay for the cost of child care so they can work or attend education or training programs. Services are child-centered and family-focused and support the broader objective of strengthening families' goals of economic self sufficiency and quality early childhood programs for their children. Participating families may select any legally operating child day care facility eligible to participate in the program.

Foothills Housing Network (FHN) is a partnership of organizations that provide emergency shelter, transitional housing, rapid re-housing, targeted homeless prevention, and permanent supportive housing for individuals and families in the Virginia counties of Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange, and Rappahannock. FHN Coordinated Entry is the point of contact for residents requesting assistance for homeless services.

24-hour skilled nursing services and structured daily activities designed to meet the needs of those with memory impairment.

Provides assistive equipment on a loan basis and assists consumers to obtain their own equipment or home modifications. Provides help with the NewWell Fund (Assistive Technology Loan Fund) applications. Offers devices for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing or who have speech disabilities. May provide donated medical equipment to persons lacking personal resources to purchase necessary items. Can assist with orthopedics like diabetic shoes and leg braces, etc, up to $500.

The Prince William Area Agency on Aging provides federal funding to Legal Services of Northern Virginia (LSNV) to provide legal services to older adults age 60 and over. Services are available by appointment only,

Provides and manages low-income rental housing. Applications for Ivanhoe Heights Apartments (Ivanhoe Avenue & 3rd St locations) are taken at the WRHA (Waynesboro Redevelopment Housing Authority) for low-income persons.

Area office of Virginia State Police. Important numbers while traveling in Virginia: *Virginia State Police----#77 on cell phone. *Highway Helpline---------5-1-1 or 1-800-367-ROAD (TTY users call 7-1-1). Toll-Free, 24-Hours for latest information on road and traffic conditions or to report unsafe conditions. To view traffic cameras and travel alerts, go to www.virginiadot.org and click on Travel Center.

A day support program, which enhances independent living skills and maximizes opportunities for community integration. Activities include life skills groups, support groups, recreation and socialization opportunities. The supported employment program provides employment services designed to teach the basic work habits necessary to be successful in obtaining and maintaining employment.

A full-service regional library.

PREPAREATION RECOMENDATIONS: (Updated February 1, 2026) 1) Make sure you have an emergency supply kit on hand and keep an emergency kit for your car. 2) Check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. 3) Replenish fuel for your car and heating sources. 4) Weatherproof your home by insulating exposed pipes and caulking and weather strip doors/windows. 5) Make sure you understand the warnings, watches and advisories and have multiple ways to receive alerts. > WINTER STORM WATCH – BE AWARE heavy snow or ice is possible in the next day or two. > WINTER STORM WARNING – TAKE ACTION severe winter conditions have or will begin soon in your area. 6) Organize and protect your prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs, home-use medical devices, and vitamins. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about how you can create an emergency supply of medicines. PERSONAL SAFETY - SLIPS, TRIPS AND FALLS: Many of these injuries related from falls on ice-covered sidewalks, steps, driveways, and porches. o Keep your steps and walkways as free of ice as possible by using rock salt, sand, or a chemical de-icing compound. o Wear proper footwear for traction. o Take slow, short steps. POWER OUTAGES: • https://poweroutage.us/area/state/virginia • To report an outage, please contact your service provider • Check with your provider directly to determine repair schedules • For more information and tips on what actions to take during a power outage, please visit: https://www.ready.gov/power-outages PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: Winter storms can range from freezing rain or ice to a few hours of moderate snowfall, to a blizzard that lasts for several days. Many winter storms are accompanied by dangerously low temperatures, power outages, and unpredictable road conditions. Before, during, and after a winter storm, roads and walkways may become extremely dangerous or impassable. Access to critical community services such as public transportation, childcare, healthcare providers and schools may be limited. Preparing your home, car, and family before cold weather and a winter storm arrives is critical. 1) During a winter storm, stay off the roads as much as possible and only drive when absolutely necessary. Always give snow plows the right of way. 2) Never use a generator, grill, camp stove or gasoline, propane, natural gas, or charcoal-burning device inside your home, garage, basement, crawlspace, or any other partially enclosed area. 3) Snow shoveling is a known trigger for heart attacks! Always avoid overexertion when shoveling. 4) When severe weather occurs, plan to check on elderly or disabled neighbors and relatives. 5) If you must travel, know the road conditions before you leave home. Visit 511Virginia.org or call 511 for road condition updates. 6) Protect yourself from frostbite! Hands, feet, and face are the most commonly affected areas so wear a hat, and mittens (which are warmer than gloves) and cover your mouth with a scarf to reduce heat loss. 7) Keep dry! Change out of wet clothing frequently to prevent a loss of body heat. 8) Wear several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer or heavy clothing. PREPARE YOUR HOME • Make sure your home is properly insulated • Check the weather stripping around your windows and doors • Learn how to shut off water valves in case a pipe burst • Have additional heat sources on hand in case of a power outage • Keep a fire extinguisher accessible • Replace the batteries in your carbon monoxide detector annually PREPARE YOUR CAR > Batteries lose power as temperatures drop, be sure to have yours tested > Check your car’s antifreeze level > Have your radiator system serviced > Replace your car’s windshield wiper fluid with a wintertime mix > Proactively replace your car’s worn tires and wiper blades > To help with visibility, clean off your car entirely – including your trunk, roof, windows, and headlights > INCLUDE A CAR EMERGENCY KIT: Tailor your winter car emergency supply kit to you and your family’s needs. Here are suggested items: 1) Blankets 2) Drinking water and snacks for everyone in the car, including pets 3) Boots 4) Basic first-aid kit 5) Warm coat and insulating layers (sweatpants, gloves, hat, socks,) 6) Rags, paper towels, or pre-moistened wipes 7) Basic set of tools 8) Car emergency warning devices such as road flares or reflectors 9) Ice scraper/snow brush 10) Jumper cables/jump pack 11) Fire extinguisher 12) Cash 13) Items for children such as diapers, baby wipes, toys, etc. 14) Flashlight, with extra batteries 15) Hand warmers 16) Paper map 17) Portable smartphone power bank 18) Extra medication 20) Garbage bags 21) Traction aid such as sand, salt or non-clumping, cat litter 22) Tarp, raincoat, and gloves 23) Shovel DID YOU KNOW? > Dehydration can make you more susceptible to hypothermia > If it’s too cold for you, it’s too cold for your pet! Don’t leave pets outside for prolonged periods of time and have plenty of fresh, unfrozen water on hand > It can snow at temperatures well above freezing > Temperatures do not have to be below zero degrees to cause harm MORE RESOURCES: • FEMA’s Ready campaign: https://www.ready.gov/winter-weather • National Weather Service: https://www.weather.gov/wrn/winter_safety Emergency Alerts: Emergency alerts can reach you in so many ways–WEA (Wireless Emergency Alerts) come to your cell phone, EAS (Emergency Alert System) on TV and Radio, NOAA weather radio alerts, mobile apps and more. It’s important to have several different ways you can receive emergency alerts, and to be armed with the knowledge you need before an emergency happens. > Know the current forecast and get alerted for any watches, warnings, or advisories on the National Weather Service’s website > Download FEMA app and local news apps for severe weather alerts > Sign up to receive alerts on your phone, tune in to your local weather station, or listen to your NOAA Weather Radio

Programs including an intensive flu immunization outreach program, worksite health screening clinics, health education services and immunizations such as shingles, pneumonia, etc.

A private, freestanding center for the treatment of alcoholism, drug abuse, and dual diagnoses.

Therapeutic Day Treatment (TDT) Services are coordinated in partnership with Hampton and Newport News School Systems and provide supports for students experiencing emotional and/or behavioral problems.

Provides court room security; handles civil process of legal papers; transportation of inmates to court; and mental patient transportation for Charlottesville Police. Criminal law enforcement is handled by the Charlottesville Police Department.

Works with the community to identify health needs, develop interventions to address health needs, participate in health fairs and forums.

Provides educational programs and seminars to caregivers of older and/or adults with disabilities. Supports family caregivers by offering free consultations, in-home respite, and other supportive services. Offers a monthly virtual support call to caregivers of older adults, and referrals to support groups to grandparents or other relatives raising children under 18. Provides information packets, as well as community presentations, a subscription to the Fairfax Caregiver Alert Notifications Program, and the Golden Gazette (a monthly newspaper, which is available online).

Selects, organizes, preserves, and provides easy access to a collection of materials designed, within local space and budget limitations, to meet the day-to-day information needs of county citizens.

Benefit and service programs for eligible recipients. Services mandated by VA Code.

Good Shepherd of Northern Virginia provide appropriate resources to prevent or address homelessness and teach life skills required to help individuals and families return to stability for long term success. The Six Steps to Self-Sufficiency program is an intensive case management approach to goal setting for long term achievement of stability for households.

Provides nutrition education and food vouchers for pregnant women, new mothers, infants and children younger than age 5 who cannot afford an adequate diet and have a nutritional risk. ACCESSIBILITY: Necessary to negotiate steps. Adjacent off-street parking. Front entrance passenger loading zone. Passenger elevator available.

The Marine for Life Network is a resource and support network designed to assist transitioning Marines, veterans, and their families with employment, education, and community reintegration.

Provides a public library for the residents of Hampton.

Provide goal directed training to enable individuals to achieve and maintain community stability and independence in the most appropriate, least restrictive environment. Each individual will be assessed and have a personalized service plan to best serve their individual needs.

Health education/public awareness programs. School based health information/education programs. Health fairs.

VPAS' Senior Cool Care program provides portable fans and air conditioning units to persons 60 years and older whose health is threatened by the lack of a cooling device in the home. Distributed fans and air conditioning units become the property of the recipient and are available on a limited, first come/first serve basis. Typically, applications are accepted May 1 through October 31.