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| 1 800 CHILDREN | 1 800 CHILDREN is a program of Prevent Child Abuse Virginia. This is a toll free, statewide, information and support line providing: Information and support on parenting and child abuse issues for: parents caretakers friends family members State and local referrals and the information needed to access services. Parenting and educational materials from our Family Resource Center: printed, reproducible parenting tips educational materials on child abuse and neglect video lending library |
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| Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) | AA provides fellowship among persons recovering from the disease of alcoholism. Meetings consist of people sharing experiences, strength and hope to stay sober one day at a time. | View |
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| American Lung Association of Virginia | Lung Disease Support Group Agency does presentations related to lung health for groups Literature related to lung health for the public Camp SuperKids - A camp for children with asthma. One time only assistance with prescriptions in the amount of $50.00 |
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| Grief Support Services | Services provided to bereaved individuals and families. Services also available for businesses, churches, schools and universities, health care organizations, and civic organizations. Specific services include: Grief Support Groups for Adults and Children; Educational Seminars; Training Workshops; Consultation and Referral; Grief Counseling; Resource Library; and Speakers Bureau. | View |
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| Healing Hearts | Healing Hearts is a service for families or individuals who have experienced a pregnancy loss or infant death and are seeking information and support. | View |
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| Kingsway Prison and Family Outreach | Assistance with basic needs or referrals such as jobs or job training, housing, clothing and food; as is support with household needs and school needs for children. Support groups available to ex - offenders and families of prison inmates. Apple Tree Christmas project for children of inmates available through application from inmate. Agency does not give direct financial assistance. Financial management programs are available. Agency furnishes Bibles and Bible studies to inmates. Agency conducts religious education and worship programs in some of the State Correctional Facilities. There is no charge for services; however clients must come in to fill out an application. If incarcerated, clients must write for an intake form. | View |
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| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Family Support Group meets the first Thursday of each month at 12:00 noon September through May at the RMH Wine-Price Building (Center for Behavioral Health). The group offers a variety of speakers and is open to patients, family members and friends affected by leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease or myeloma. For more information, contact Patient Services Manager at 1-800-866-4483. First Connection is a peer-to-peer support program where newly diagnosed patients receive a one or two time contact (phone call) from a trained volunteer who has experienced the same diagnosis and is now in remission. Call 1-800-866-4483 to ask for a First Connection. Educational Materials on blood-related cancers, treatments, procedures and psychosocial issues are provided to the general public free of charge. Call 1-800-866-4483 to order materials. Educational Programs offered throughout the state at various times of the year on topics such as survivorship issues, chemotherapy, clinical trials and disease information. Call 1-800-866-4483 for future program offerings. Patient Services Newsletter will be mailed quarterly beginning July 2001 and will provide up to date and accurate information on patient programs and society events. Call 1-800-866-4483 to be added to the mailing list. Trish Greene Back to School Program is offered to any child experiencing cancer who must transition from school to treatment and back to school. Videos and educational materials available to school personnel and parents. Call 1-800-866-4483 for more information. Advocacy program provides up to date information about what is happening on Capitol Hill regarding programs that affect cancer patients and their families and informs participants on key times to contact legislators about these issues. To be added to the network, call 1-800-866-4483. Patient Aid Program offers up to $500 as funds are available per year to help defray certain costs of treatment. Patients are asked to complete a self-directed needs assessment & must be diagnosed with leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease or myeloma. |
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| Moms and Babies | A group for mothers and infants up to 12 months old. A time to meet other moms, celebrate firsts and share coping tips and information for the babys first year. | View |
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| Parent Empowerment Project | Parent Empowerment is operated by the Rockbridge Area Community Services, Child and Family Services Unit - Services include parenting classes, educational workshops, support groups, parent aids, mentors for at-risk youth, community presentations. There is a small fee for most services, insurance is accepted. Client fees may be based on a sliding scale. | View |
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| Pregnancy Help Center | The mission is to provide information, practical support, and counseling to teens and adults experiencing unplanned pregnancies, post abortion trauma, and sexual relationship issues. Educational information offered on all options, including parenting, adoption, abortion procedures and risks. Practical support offered such as pregnancy tests, maternity clothes, referrals for housing, medical care and other community resources, infant and baby clothes, baby formula, diapers and baby furniture. A post abortion support group and an effective program called "KISSN" (Keep It Simple Say No) are also offered. ALL SERVICES ARE FREE AND CONFIDENTIAL (Not a medical facility). | View |
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| Single Seniors | Support Group for single men and women, over age 50. | View |
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| Talking Book Center | The Talking Book Center; a United Way agency is the areas free library service for individuals unable to use standard print materials due to visual or physical impairment or reading disability. The Center circulates books and magazines on cassette and the players needed to "read by listening". The Center also houses "point of access" workstation that includes a scanner, speech sythesizer, and Braille printer. | View |
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| Valley Aids Network | Valley Aids Network provides case management, emotional support, counseling, emergency financial assistance, educational presentations; practical support such as transportation, childcare assistance and grocery shopping. | View |
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| Valley Macular Degeneration Support Group | Sharing coping techniques with other members. Provision of program speakers such as Opthamologists and low vision specialists. | View |
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| Virginia Autism Resource Center | Statewide. Mission: Resource information, consultation, technical, assistance to anyone serving individuals with autism. Statewide. Provides resource information, lending library, training, consultation for those affected by autism. | View |
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| Virginia Department of Veteran Affairs | The Virginia Department of Veterans Affairs assists veterans and their dependents with Veterans Administration benefits. | View |
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For more information about Blue Ridge AHEC, Email Christopher Nye |
| This Page was last updated on September 10, 2001 | |