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The NFBV Braille Enrichment for Literacy & Learning (BELL Academy) provides children ages 4-12 with Braille instruction through fun, hands-on learning activities. The program targets blind and low-vision children who do not receive enough Braille and nonvisual skill instruction in school or who could benefit from Braille enrichment over the summer. In addition to crafts, games, and other engaging projects, children learn vital independent living skills, benefit from peer learning and mentoring from blind and low vision adults, and enjoy field trips that reinforce skills learned in the BELL classroom.

Family support, family preservation and time limited reunification services to families whose children may be at risk of out-of-home placement. Time Limited Reunification funds are available to birth parents whose children are in foster care and who are making progress towards reuniting with their children. Services are provided with the goal of bringing children back into their home within the first 12 months and no longer than 15 months that the children are in foster care.

Offers to develop, expand and implement effective crime prevention and education programs for older Virginians. Triad works to improve the quality of life for seniors by providing an active exchange of information between local law enforcement and seniors to enhance the delivery of law enforcement services to this population.

The Child Protective Services Program documents, assesses and investigates reports of alleged child abuse and/or neglect. In order for Child Protective Services to accept and respond to a report, it must be considered valid in all four of the following validity criteria: The alleged victim child or children are under the age of 18 at the time of the complaint/report, the alleged abuser must be a caretaker of the child, and, the circumstances/complaint alleges child abuse and/or neglect as defined in the Code of Virginia, and in guidelines established by the Virginia Department of Social Services. Child Protective Services strives to provide children with a stable and safe home environment. When possible, staff will work to preserve the family by enhancing the parent's ability to provide care for their child and reducing the risk of future abuse or neglect. A full range of services is available to families involved with Child Protective Services including referrals for parenting education, substance abuse treatment, mental health treatment, counseling, medical assistance, financial assistance, budgeting, housing assistance and mentoring programs.

Train police and law enforcement officers.

Provide leadership in recognizing and addressing soil and water conservation issues and problems, both existing and potential.

The FCEDA promotes Fairfax County as a business center and offers an array of services and information to assist new, expanding and relocating companies and organizations, whether domestic or international.

Provides a variety of evidence based programs in school and community settings that are designed to address the prevention of violence and the use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs by youth. Partnerships with the school districts, YMCA centers and other youth serving organizations provide a variety of settings for the provision of services to a diverse range of children and youth. These services are designed to increase participants' skills and enhance their resiliencies to better cope with life's challenges and to help them succeed in school and other endeavors. Youth leadership skills are emphasized to encourage healthy youth development for all children and teenagers. Services are research based and evaluated. RAYSAC, the Roanoke Area Youth Substance Abuse Coalition, is staffed by Prevention and sponsors many events and activities promoting drug free messages. A SAMHSA Drug Free Communities grant will provide coalition resources through 2010. The coalition's signature annual events are the After Prom Grand Finale in June and Red Ribbon Week in October. For more about RAYSAC go to www.raysac.org Prevention Planning Teams in Botetourt County and the cities of Roanoke and Salem meet regularly under BRBH Prevention Services leadership to gather, assess and analyze youth risk behavior data in order to identify areas of high risk behavior and plan prevention and intervention services tailored to local needs. Prevention staff are members of the Roanoke County Prevention Council, also a SAMHSA Drug Free Communities grant recipient, which performs similar functions and partners with RAYSAC in a variety of community events. Disaster Preparedness and Response includes the BRBH Crisis Response Team first mobilized to respond to the shooting at Virginia Tech in April 2007. Since that time these employees have received additional training in preparation for future local disasters. The role of "mental health responder has evolved over the last decade as more school shootings, the 9/11/01 attack and other disasters effecting large numbers of people have gotten public visibility and concern. This BRBH component is developing as resources become available and partnerships with other local emergency response organizations are institutionalized. Training and Staff Development provides education and training to BRBH employees and other nonprofit organizations. Training in new evidence based models, to meet licensure requirements, to enhance professional skills and to address performance issues is all coordinated through this component.

Provides information and reference service; loans of fine-free books, dvds, and music; wireless and computer access; library programs for all ages; and space to study, , learn, read and relax. Meadowbrook Free Fridge, a community fridge with healthy fresh food, is onsite and available during open hours. The library’s website offers and our vendor-partners' mobile apps offer access to ebooks, eaudio, music, movies and other online resources 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Offers computer and device assistance, notary, and test proctoring services by appointment. A public meeting room is available to community groups. Activities include a summer reading program, preschool story times, and special events.

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.

Provides disaster preparedness, response, mitigation, and recovery services in Grayson County.

Cohen-Rosen House provides assisted living services for individuals who require memory care.

The Board for Hearing Aid Specialists and Opticians licenses:(1) individuals who test and fit hearing aids and (2) individuals who fit and sell prescription glasses and contact lenses.

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, strengths, needs, values, and circumstances. Options Counseling is provided by individuals trained and practicing according to Virginia's Statewide Standards.

Dominion Energy has provided fans, window air conditioners and now portable air conditioners, for eligible adults, age 60 and older, who need additional cooling in their homes. Senior Cool Care funding may not be used for delivery or installation of air conditioners, fans, or for bill payment assistance. If bill payment assistance is needed, the older adult may apply through EnergyShare's bill payment program. The customer may contact 211 for a referral to their local EnergyShare. There is a language interpreter line that is able to speak with callers in any language needed.

Provides primary medical care to indigent and uninsured residents of Manassas City, Manassas Park, and western Prince William County. A non-urgent clinic provided for persons who are in need of health care and are willing to follow treatment plans outlined by a physician.

Employment program for TANF recipients, part of the Virginia Initiative for Education and Work. Supportive services provided to those required to participate in the program who are working, seeking employment or in an educational program.

Information and referral, reference services, provides educational and recreational books, films and recordings, Internet access. Programs for children and adults.

Provides emergency mental health services for individuals experiencing a crisis, such as risk of harm to self or others, significant emotional or behavioral changes, or impending or active substance withdrawal symptoms.

Provides temporary rental assistance, mortgage, utilities, food, household products, prescriptions, transportation, and dental costs for individuals and families residing in New River Valley and transients who are experiencing a financial crisis who meet the eligibility guidelines · Utility payment assistance - up to $500 per year · Food, household supplies, diapers, and infant formula - monthly Assistance is available for households with incomes up to 200 percent of the federal poverty guidelines (example: $52,400 for a family of four). · For Rental or mortgage payment assistance, call our Housing Crisis Hotline at 540-639-3159.

Provide food pantry service to the community.

Provides physical examinations, counseling regarding methods of birth control, sexual responsibility, risk reduction and prevention for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and AIDS. Some limited service. Birth control method of choice is provided. Persons under 18 may be eligible for free services. Pregnancy Testing available by appointment. Maternity: comprehensive prenatal care including periodic physical exams, lab testing assessment of weight, blood pressure and nutritional counseling.

Plants and maintains city's trees, creates and maintains city parks. Handles tree damage reports and permits for trees along streets.

Both nurses and environmental health specialists work together to investigate communicable diseases, including outbreaks.

Provides long-term care and prevention services.