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Works to end the criminalization of poverty in Virginia by exposing and addressing criminal legal system policies that target people because of poverty and race. Through a mix of community organizing, local and statewide policy advocacy, and litigation, our program intervenes at many points in the criminal legal system. Our campaigns range from initial law enforcement contact in the community, through the courts, to individuals' confinement in Virginia's jails and prisons, and finally to their reentry into the community.

This agency is the professional licensing and disciplinary body for all attorneys practicing in the State of Virginia. Will also help persons trying to locate a specific Virginia Attorney. Send all inquiries for specific biographical information or on legal malpractice insurance information here.

Provides information and forms to be used in securing birth certificates and establishments of paternity. Issues death certificates for all deaths occurring in the county. Birth certificates can be obtained through the Office of Vital Records in Richmond. There is a $12.00 charge per copy.

Funds companion services, for limited hours each week, to assist SSI recipients (aged, blind, disabled) with personal care or light housekeeping tasks. Seeks to prevent institutionalization.

The Department of Parks and Recreation provides the citizens of Salem with year-round programs and activities, which are geared for all ages. Maintains 13 parks and facilities.

Chesterfield Employment Services (CES) provides assistance to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities in securing and keeping employment in the community.

Offers support groups to gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered persons and their families. Groups meet once a month. Also offers support lines. Call for information on local chapters.

Offers subsidized child day care services to income-eligible clients through various programs. Applicants must meet eligibility criteria. Services are available as funding allows.

Partnership involving the Sheriff, the Police Chief, and AARP or older/retired leadership in the area who work to reduce the criminal victimization of older citizens and enhance the delivery of law enforcement services to this population. Provides the opportunity for an exchange of information between law enforcement and senior citizens. Focuses on reducing unwarranted fear of crime and improving the quality of life for seniors.

Issues emergency food baskets with enough food for approximately three days per person. Bread/Pastries are offered daily, as available, on a walk in basis.

Specialized counseling by licensed clinical social workers to help deal with issues brought on by life's changes, including marital counseling, depression, grief & loss, coping with disabilities, relocation, retirement, anxiety, chronic or acute illness, memory loss, adult child parenting, and loss of independence.

Promotes and encourages the growth and development of new and existing members, businesses and tourism in the Front Royal, Warren Country area. The Chamber seeks to advance the economic industrial, professional, cultural and civic welfare of the community.

Offers non-perishable groceries to families in need.

Provides clinical and educational services. VIA currently provides the following services: The James C. Hormel School is a year-round, day-school program licensed to serve students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder between the ages of 2 and 22. Provides students with a comprehensive education and clinical program designed to address the core symptoms of autism and related learning issues. A multidisciplinary faculty develops individualized education programs for each student. Students receive daily one-on-one instruction from instructors, as well as supervision from an Behavior Analyst. Students' parents and caregivers receive additional support and training to implement practices in the home. In addition, families are supported by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps families and caregivers access additional support and community resources. The Outpatient Behavioral Services program provides evidence-based behavioral therapies designed to address the continuum of needs exhibited by children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder. Services are designed to address the core symptoms of autism spectrum disorder along with many of the associated challenges. Depending upon a client's needs, behavior therapy is provided in their homes, communities, and/or VIA's specialized clinic. In addition to individual therapy, the Outpatient Behavioral Services program provides social skills training groups, summer camps, parent and caregiver coaching, and a number of workshops/continuing education events for health care practitioners, educators and child care providers. The Academy is designed to provide adults with autism spectrum disorder a variety of continuing education opportunities and behavioral supports. The Academy provides a continuum of life-long supports designed to meet the variety of needs adults across the autism spectrum may experience. The Academy is comprised of three colleges: College of Life Skills, College of Business and Entrepreneurship, and the College of Health and Well-being. Adult students in the Academy take a variety of courses designed to teach independent living skills, gaining and maintain meaningful employment, and how to live healthy lifestyles. In addition, the College of Health and Well-being offers behavior consultation services. Behavior consultation services consist of intensive, evidence-based assessment and treatment services to address behavior challenges and provide on-going therapeutic support. Highly-trained licensed staff members use person-centered planning techniques with each client to emphasize individual preferences and strengths. Behavior consultation services are designed to assist adults with autism with accessing and maintaining skills taught at the Academy.

Hot meal delivery. Special diets are available. Frozen meals are kept on hand for emergency and weekend use.

Offers minor home repairs for people with low incomes.

Provides assistance to individuals with intellectual disability and their families by advocating on their behalf, identifying needs, developing individual services plans, coordinating services and monitoring services. Case managers complete annual assessments, link clients to services, make home and on-site visits to programs, and coordinate and facilitate team reviews.

Connects business and community resources for mutual success. Supports economic development in our region by representing the interests of business. Partners with other resources to respond to common needs in the promotion of this region. Provides regular forums and seminars on topics focusing on new trends and practices to keep managers abreast of changes in the economic climate.

Laurel Ridge Community College is a comprehensive, nonresidential, two-year public institution of higher education. Laurel Ridge offers nearly 75 associate degree and certificate programs in a wide variety of disciplines, as well as workforce training programs for employees and employers. Laurel Ridge offers a variety of day, evening, weekend, and online classes.

To place children who have been permanently and legally separated from their birth parents with a new family. It is a social and legal process which gives new parent(s) the same rights and obligations as biological parents.

Collect, preserve and interpret objects of historical significance to Bedford (Liberty) and Bedford County. Operates a Genealogy Library.

Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

Juvenile delinquency cases are cases involving a minor under the age of 18 who has been accused of committing an offense that would be considered criminal if committed by an adult. Other juvenile offenses may be referred to as status offenses. The court service will handle matters involving the family such as custody, support and visitation. The court also hears family abuse cases, cases where adults have been accused of child abuse or neglect, and criminal cases were the defendant and alleged victim are family or household members.

Responsible for the administration and operation of Southampton County government.

The Manassas National Battlefield Park preserves the historic landscape containing historic sites, buildings, objects and views that contribute to the national significance of the First and Second Battles of Manassas, for the use, inspiration and benefit of the public.