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Provides safe, decent and affordable shelter as well as economic opportunity for those of greatest need and which will effectuate a positive impact on the community. WRHA does not provide emergency housing and does not participate in the Housing Choice Voucher Program. If you are interested in the voucher program, call James City County at 757-259-5340.

The Fair Housing Act covers most housing transactions including rentals, home sales, advertising, mortgage lending, home improvements, and zoning activities, but only if one is discriminated on the basis of one of the following protected classes as defined by federal, state, and /or local law, as follows: race, national origin, color, religion, sex, familial status, and disability. The Commonwealth of Virginia law adds elderliness, and the City of Roanoke law adds age and marital status. Landlord - Tenant issues can also be referred through this service.

A thrift shop with donated items such as clothing, furniture, and household items. Accepts donations during business hours.

Assists families in completing application to provide health insurance for children.

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

Provides transportation to people of all ages on a demand response basis with a 24 hour notice required. Offers service to those with canes, walkers, wheelchairs, and to health and human services agencies wishing to contract with Mountain Empire Transit.

Provides residents with comprehensive environmental health services such as food, water and building inspection, sewage disposal, septic and well permits, public food permits, regulation of public food establishments, tourist establishment sanitation and restaurant applications. Investigates reports of food illnesses, working with businesses and citizens to educate and correct deficiencies. Also investigates reports of raw sewage or other reports of ground water contamination. Provides Marriage, Divorce, Birth and Death Certificates.

Provides inpatient and outpatient medical care and support services.

Provides emergency crisis intervention and psychiatric care services for individuals with substance use disorder. Offers case management, substance abuse counseling and support groups.

Services offered: * Medical services provided by licensed physicians and nurse practitioners. * Full range of dental services offered by a licensed dentist. * Full range of Black Lung services. * X-ray and lab services on site. * Mother and Infant Care Center (MICC) program available. * Sliding fee scale available to patients with no insurance and who qualify. * Free medication program available to patients with no insurance and who qualify. Medical - 276-383-4428 * Dental - 276-383-4679

Provide a free, well-balanced meal to the homeless and anyone, in Wytheville and neighboring areas, who are hungry. A program under the umbrella of HOPE, Inc. Additional phone numbers: Business/Admin - 276-228-6280 Information Line - 276-228-5610

Investigate communicable diseases, including outbreaks.

Distributes food baskets to needy families at Thanksgiving and Christmas, and Christmas gifts for children up to 17 years old.

Provides permits and building inspections.

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.

Provides management of local government offices serving Nelson County.

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.

Oversees all issues relating to building and zoning in Giles County. Services include building inspections and permits. Enforces state and local codes.

Provides public library and information services to the community.

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.

Head Start is a national child development program that serves families with children from birth to age five, and expectant parents. The program is designed to prepare children for success in school by enhancing their intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development. This service is provided at no cost to eligible families.

Special Collections houses resources related to Alexandria and Virginia history, genealogy, and the Civil War.

Program supplying nutritional food to income eligible individuals and their families. Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards are distributed to acquire approved purchases. Individuals may visit the web site to determine eligibility. For lost EBT card call customer service at 866-281-2448. You may also go to your local DSS office to receive a new card.

Provides a variety of therapeutic recreation programs and leisure opportunities for citizens of all ages with various disabilities.

Voter registration applications and records, election records, candidate filings, and absentee ballots.