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Provides many community opportunities for those without disabilities to learn more about those who do live independently with disabilities. This program includes sensitivity trainings, motivational workshops, community outreach, and Americans with Disabilities Act training and information.

Longwood University is an institution of higher learning dedicated to the development of citizen leaders who are prepared to make positive contributions to the common good of society. Building upon its strong foundation in the liberal arts and sciences, the University provides an environment in which exceptional teaching fosters student learning, scholarship, and achievement.

Handles all civil cases with claims of more than $15,000. Shares authority with the general district court to hear matters involving between $4,500 and $15,000. Hears serious criminal cases to include felonies and family matters including divorce. Also hears cases appealed from the general district court and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court.

Building permit, inspection and code enforcement.

Provides supplemental payment to licensed Homes for Adults and Assisted Living Facilities that will accept the state approved rate. Client keeps a small monthly allowance for personal needs, and the rest of their monthly income is applied to the State approved rate. The Auxiliary Grant pays the balance of the approved rate to the provider.

To control and prevent the spread of communicable disease from the person infected to other people in the community. To accomplish this we investigate any communicable diseases that pose a public health problem, this includes foodborne illnesses, waterborne illnesses, tuberculosis, and other communicable diseases.

This program prevents the displacement of individuals and families from their homes as a result of eviction or foreclosure. A short-term rental assistance program offered to individuals and/or families who are in financial crisis or who are facing homelessness. This program is part of the Balance of State Continuum of Care. We work with our local planning group (LPG) in collaboration with People, Inc. Provide services in Tazewell County, and People, Inc. provides centralized intake and assessment for each of the participating localities.

Promote and provide humane treatment of all mammals, fish, fowl, and reptiles.

Person-centered Options Counseling is an interactive decision support process where people are supported in making long-term support choices that reflect their unique preferences, strenghts, needs, values, and circumstances. Options Counseling is provided by individuals trained and practicing according to Virginia's Statewide Standards.

work with clients at the Rappahannock, Shenandoah, Warren Regional Jail, providing free individual sessions and group classes. Individual sessions cover topics on anger management, coping with anxiety, understanding and overcoming trauma, and addiction management. The classes, which are provided separately to men and women, include: Drug, Alcohol and Addiction Education Anger/Anxiety/Trauma Management Getting Ahead While Getting Out Classes offered contingent upon interest, enrollment, and actual attendance. When a person is released from RSW, they often have nothing–not even a valid ID. For those who do not have a support system in place, the Reentry Case Manager is available, assisting with immediate needs while helping you develop that critical support network. Provide assistance with finding housing, food, and clothing, often by working with other local agencies. We also help them obtain identification, sign up for Medicaid, and find employment. Finally, provide assistance with accessing treatment services, so that they can stay in recovery.

A central point of information within County government for youth-related issues. Youth and families can access information about available services through a telephone referral line (FYI line) and a Youth Resources Directory.

Counselor works in the school setting to promote client's participation/success in mainstream classroom. Counselor advocate for and coordinates additional services (if needed) through the school and community. Counselor also works one on one with client during crisis. Counselors are TOVA/First AID/CPR certified and may hold additional certifications in other areas.

Provides family planning services including physical examinations, pap smears, pregnancy testing and other laboratory testing services, and birth control methods.

Oxford House, Inc. is a network of self-run, self-supported recovery homes for members recovering from alcohol and substance abuse throughout Northern Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia (DC). We provide separate houses for men and women and some houses accept children with parent. When an individual is accepted for membership in an Oxford House, there is no time limit on how long he or she can live there, but the use of alcohol or drugs or non-payment of rent will result in expulsion. There is no clean time required to move into an Oxford House. All houses are near local transportation including buses and subways. Wheelchair accessibility varies by location. Oxford House - Crossman - 6815 Crossman Street, Annandale VA 22003 - 703-992-6784--For Men Oxford House - Chapel Hill - 4504 Wakefield Chapel Road, Annandale VA 22003 - 703-764-8247--For Women - Email: [email protected] Oxford House - Brandy Jo - 7304 Austin Street, Annandale, VA 22003 - 703-205-0990--For Women - Email: [email protected] Oxford House - Ravensworth - 4800 Ravensworth Road, Annandale, VA 22003 - 703-256-3043--For Men - Email: [email protected]

Encourages and facilitates participation in individualized activities, ensures safety, and provides needed practical support such as the administration of medication, transportation to community outings, etc. An overall focus on maximizing potential and skill-building is at the core of day support values. Some specific skills that is supported include self-care and hygiene, eating, toileting, task learning, community resource utilization, behavioral, social, as well as opportunities for peer interaction and community integration. OPTIONS centers offer: Life skills room to learn how to make a bed, iron, hang clothing, vacuum, and operate everyday appliances Flower and vegetable gardens Game room Book club Outdoor spaces for walking, relaxing, bird watching, and playing basketball Community Engagement activities (when possible): visiting local libraries, volunteering at local churches and Meals on Wheels, touring local museums, going to the movies, having lunch at local restaurants

Immunizations required for entry into school are free of charge and Hepatitis B are also free for children born after November 22, 1991. Clinics for influenza and pneumonia immunizations are provided during autumn months and adult immunizations for foreign travel, rabies, and Hepatitis B are also provided.

Provides a variety of support and assistance programs to low-income residents in Fauquier County. Offers preschool children (ages 3-4) a comprehensive program to meet their emotional, social, health, nutritional and psychological needs. The 4 major components of Head Start are Education, Health, Parent Involvement and Social Services.

Food Drives: food in the winter time to those in need. Sponsored by different community organizations and churches. Participates in CFSP (supplemental food for seniors over 60) with Feeding SWVA. Distriutions the 3rd Tuesday of the month.

Provides juvenile detention for children 8 to 18 years of age, who are awaiting court dates or permanent placement by the courts. Programs includes educational services, group counseling, medical services, mental health assessments, behavior management, mentors and recreational activities.

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)

Affordable after school care available at local elementary schools, Tye River and Rockfish River.

For the coldest weeks of the year, HELP coordinates with over 30 area churches to provide a place that is safe and warm. “A Night’s Welcome” is a nightly shelter, but its location changes throughout the season as area churches open their doors to those in need. With the help of many volunteers and organizations, two hot meals, toiletries, and community are provided for individuals and families that find themselves on the street each winter.

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.

The Compassionate Friends (TCF) is a national self-help bereavement organization for families going through the natural grieving process after the death of a child. We welcome all bereaved parents (and guardians), grandparents, and adult siblings regardless of the age of the child who died or the cause of death.

Community Health Worker trained in public health to serve as a bridge between neighbors, health care systems, and state health departments. Provides: *Referrals for community resource assistance *Informational Community Clinics/Educational Talks/ Health-Related Guest Speakers *Representation at Resource and/or Health Fairs