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CASA of Central Virginia (Court Appointed Special Advocates) recruits, trains, and supports volunteers who advocate on behalf of children who have been abused or neglected. CASA volunteers give children a voice in court. Advocates must be appointed by the judge. We are not authorized to work with families unless appointed.

Provides a repository for Giles County family histories, documents, and artifacts; to perpetuate interest in the history of Giles County; and to assist those interested in genealogical research.

Provides crisis phone counseling, emergency shelter, and advocacy to men, women and children who have been victims of abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault and rape. Public awareness and community education are offered. Personal articles and food may be provided to clients. 24 hour hot-line service also provided. Provides various support, referrals and assistance as necessary to help individuals seeking healing and safety following abuse.

Provides electronic benefits that can be used like cash to buy food at any store that has a sign displaying the Virginia Electronic Benefits Card or the Quest sign. Each eligible household will receive a card that may be used like a bank debit card to purchase eligible food items from your account.

The Office of Special Education provides support for students with disabilities, parents, principals, and school staff in the evaluation, identification, placement, instruction, and transitional services.

Safe Harbor is a haven for individuals and families who need emergency housing and support services due to sexual and/or domestic violence. Safe Harbor provides temporary emergency housing, crisis intervention, court advocacy, counseling and support services.

Chapel Services are provided to all residents as well as the public nightly beginning at 7:30PM.

Emergency winter shelter operates mid-November through mid-March. Check website for Host Site Schedule: shelter serving homeless men, women and families in the Greater Williamsburg area. Swww.cofm.info/shelter-schedule.php Guests who stay in the program receive: shelter, three meals per day, toiletry items and bus passes (if they do not have their own transportation) free of charge.

The Comprehensive Recovery Team (CRT) provides comprehensive, clinical case management and recovery coaching services to assist individuals with mental illness and their family members access needed services that are responsive to the person's individual needs and preferences.

The Downtown Branch houses a special collection of curated new and trending books as well as programs for all ages. Programs include family story times, an adult book club and summer activities for teens. A children's area with seating and toys, two computer stations and an outdoor sitting area.

Provides patients, families and the community with resources and services that address cancer prevention, detection, diagnosis, treatment and support. Offers support groups for persons diagnosed with cancer and their family members.

Helps young clients and their families to access available resources. Case managers provide assessments, long-term treatment planning, coordination of services, client advocacy, support outreach, and crisis prevention. Limited client transportation is available.

Rapid Rehousing program provides short-term financial assistance vital to clients achieving long-term stability. This program connects families and individuals experiencing homelessness to permanent housing through a tailored package of assistance.

To serve the citizens of Petersburg by providing safe and sanitary affordable housing and assisting with home ownership opportunities for households in partnership with the City of Petersburg. The Authority has established strong partnerships with public and private organizations to provide an array of services to PRHA clients and the community.

The Housing Voucher Program (also known as Section 8) provides rental assistance to qualified families who are seeking quality, affordable housing in the private rental market throughout the City of Richmond and the Metro Richmond area.

Provides educational programs that promote responsible pet ownership, pet sterilization, humane treatment of animals and peaceful co-existence with wildlife. Programs can be tailored to specific needs. For summer program information see our website.

Provides services, substitute care, and supervision for a child on a 24-hour basis until the child can return to his or her family or be placed in an adoptive home or another permanent foster care placement. Local departments of social services provide training for foster parents. The training is designed to help foster parents understand and manage the needs of children in their care.

The circuit court has jurisdiction over civil cases with claims of more than $4,500. It shares authority with the general district court to hear matters involving claims that exceed $4,500 but do not exceed $25,000, and in civil cases for personal injury and wrongful death where the amount of the claim does not exceed $50,000. The circuit court also has jurisdiction over divorce cases, disputes concerning wills and estates, and controversies involving real property.The circuit court also has jurisdiction over juveniles charged with felonies whose cases have been certified or transferred by the judge of a juvenile and domestic relations district court for trial in circuit court.

Provides legal counseling and assistance in completing a variety of immigration applications including family petitions, adjustment of status, counselor processing, NACARA and citizenship. Does not represent detained aliens and does not provide assistance with employment-based immigration cases.

Free car seats available to families who meet income and other guidelines. Parents attend a short instructional session to learn the correct placement and use of the car seat or booster seat.

Established to enhance, promote and improve the economic, civic, educational and cultural well being of Washington County.

Provides materials and services to help community residents meet informational, educational, and recreational needs. Special emphasis is placed on providing easy access to community information. Promoting reading readiness and providing a variety of high interest, high demand materials to our rural population is also emphasized.

Provides childhood immunizations for measles, rubella, mumps, polio, diphtheria, whooping cough, tetanus, HIB, and hepatitis B. Provides consultation and immunizations for overseas travel. Call for the time and fees. Overseas Travel: Appointment only. Bring Immunization Record.

Bilingual case managers will conduct a comprehensive assessment of Latinos and others to obtain health care services, cultural, and social needs and develop a patient-centered care plan with mutually agreed upon goals.

The TANF program provides eligible families with a monthly cash payment to meet their basic needs. For a child to be eligible he must be: Under age 18, or if 18, will graduate from high school before age 19; Going to school regularly if he is between the ages of five and 18; Living with a parent or other relative; A U.S. citizen or an eligible immigrant