by racsb | Nov 15, 2021 | About, General, Home, News and Events
To: All Clients of the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board impacted by the DMAS 12.5% increase to Home & Community Based Services rates...
by racsb | Nov 11, 2021 | About, General, Home, Media Releases, Mental Health, News and Events, Prevention, Substance Use Disorder
As we honor military veterans on Nov. 11, National Family Caregivers Month in November also allows us to recognize the contributions of the 5.5 million caregivers who are supporting veterans that are experiencing disabilities, mental health challenges, or life...
by racsb | Oct 19, 2021 | About, General, Home, Media Releases, Mental Health, News and Events, Prevention, Substance Use Disorder
Unused and expired medications left in the home can lead to accidental poisoning. They can become an easy source for those seeking to misuse or abuse medication. We encourage everyone to safely dispose of medications. This does not mean flushing down the toilet or...
by racsb | Sep 23, 2021 | About, General, Home, Mental Health, News and Events, Prevention
September is recognized annually as Suicide Prevention Month. This year, we were able to increase suicide alertness efforts in collaboration with the local school divisions. This was in part due to the Virginia Department of Education selecting one of our local...
by racsb | Aug 25, 2021 | About, General, Home, Media Releases, Mental Health, News and Events, Prevention, Substance Use Disorder
Opioids claimed the lives of more than 1,900 people in Virginia last year, according to reports from the Virginia Department of Health. Locally, community partners are coming together to remember loved ones lost and to continue their efforts to end overdose. August 31...