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A Free Publication for the Healthcare Community from Fredericksburg Counseling Services, Inc. (FCS) Information Needed For Others “INFO” News of “Special Interest” (DECEMBER 2012) Donate Now “May peace, love, joy and prosperity bless your home and family this holiday season" Fredericksburg Counseling Services will be open from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon on 12/24/2012 and will be closed from 12/25/12 thru 01/01/2013. F C S Fredericksburg Counseling Services Table305 Hansonof Contents Ave., Suite #140 Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401 (540) 373-2320 [email protected] www.fcsagency.org 1 Community Bulletin Board Spotlight of Support Groups and Programs within the Area, and Including Upcoming Workshops………………………………………………………………………. 3-9 Snowden Support Groups ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10 Moss Free Clinic …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11 Mental Health ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 12-13 Under 18 …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 14-17 Sexual Assault ……………………………………………………………………………….…………….. 18 Addiction ………………………………………………………………………………….…………………. 19-21 Medical/Disabilities ………………………………………………………………….…………………... 22-26 Seniors …………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 27 Faith Based Support Groups…………………………………………………………………… …………………. 28-29 Families/Parenting, Singles, Women………………….……………………….……………………... 30-35 Bereavement/Grief ………………………………………………………………………………………... 36 Military Support Groups …………………………………………………………..…………………... 37 Miscellaneous…………………………………………………………………………….………………….. 38-42 Numbers to know …………………………………………………………………………………. 43 2 COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH PARTNERS FREDERICKSBURG COUNSELING SERVICES, INC. Fredericksburg Counseling Services, Inc. is a free Mental Health Clinic providing counseling for uninsured, low-income individuals and families. The agency is supported through donations, both financial and in direct service time provided by mental health professionals in the Fredericksburg area. 540-373-2320 www.fcsagency.org Mental Health America of Fredericksburg (MHAF) Mental Health America of Fredericksburg (MHAF) Provides free, confidential Mental Health Information & Referral Services, a Depression/Bipolar Support Group, Recovery in Motion peer support group, Senior Visitors program, lending library, public education and advocacy/public policy. 540-371-2704 or toll-free 1-800-684-6423 www.mhafred.org MHAF has moved from the 2nd flr. to the 1st flr. of the General Washington Executive Center (across from Carl’s Ice Cream). New address is: 2271 Princess Anne St., Suite 104-1 (formerly 219-1) Fredericksburg, VA 22401 National Alliance on Mental Illness – Rappahannock Affiliate (NAMI-R) National Alliance on Mental Illness - Rappahannock Affiliate (NAMI-R) provides educational programs and support for family members and individuals living with mental illness. 540-479-3044 www.nami.org Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (RACSB) Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (RACSB) provides mental health, intellectual disability, substance abuse, prevention and early intervention services. RACSB utilizes an ability-to-pay fee scale. Information: 540-373-3223 24-hour Emergency Services: 540-373-6876 www.racsb.state.va.us 3 Recovery in Motion Recovery in Motion (RIM), a peer support group for persons with mental illness who believe recovery is possible, provides education and training opportunities that promote consumer empowerment, leadership and individual choice. Offers Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP), a 9-week course where each participant develops a plan to stay well. For additional information please contact Mental Health America of Fredericksburg at 540-371-2704. Snowden at Fredericksburg (Mary Washington Hospital) Snowden at Fredericksburg (Mary Washington Hospital) provides: free assessments and referrals; Intensive Outpatient Treatment for adults with substance abuse; adult Mental Health Day Treatment; and Inpatient Services 540-741-3900 or Toll-free 1-800-362-5005 www.snowdenmentalhealth.com Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center is an affiliate of HCA Virginia Health Care. Their Behavioral Health Services include: free assessments and referrals; inpatient psychiatric services. 540-498-4563 www.spotsyrmc.com VIRGINIA INTERFAITH COMMITTEE ON MENTAL ILLNESS MINISTRIES (VICOMIM) Virginia Interfaith Committee on Mental Illness Ministries (VICOMIM) provides programs, assistance, and resources to Faith communities developing their own programs for ministry with persons with mental illness and their families. www.vaumc.org (click “Related Organizations”) Virginia Organizing Project (VOP) Virginia Organizing Project (VOP) is a non-partisan statewide grassroots organization dedicated to challenging injustice by empowering people in local communities to address issues that affect the quality of their lives. VOP has a joint plan of work with Harmony, a local peer-run program. Contact Kevin Simowitz, 434-984-4655, ext. 230 www.virginia-organizing.org of Fredericksburg 4 Deaf Social and Silent Dinners for 2012-13 Deaf Community meets every Friday night at Wegmans near Central Park in Fredericksburg at 7:00 pm. Date Restaurant Address December 15, 2012 Golden Corral 10320 Spotsylvania Ave, Fredericksburg January 19, 2013 Cracker Barrel Central Park, Fredericksburg February 16, 2013 Noodle Factory South Pointe , Spotsylvania March 16, 2013 Olive Garden 2811 Plank Road, Frdericksburg April 20, 2013 Golden Corral 10320 Spotsylvania Ave, Fredericksburg June 15, 2013 Bob Evans 2305 Plank Road, Fredericksburg July 20, 2013 Pancho Villa Rest 10500 Spotsylvania Ave, Fredericksburg August 17, 2013 Panera Bread Central Park, Fredericksburg September 21, 2013 Applebee Southpointe, Spotsylvania October 19, 2013 Five Guys Central Park, Fredericksburg November 16, 2013 Olive Garden 2811 Plank Road, Fredericksburg December 12, 2013 Golden Corral 10320 Spotsylvania Ave, Fredericksburg Silent Lunches Deaf meets at Spotsylvania Town Hall Center at the Food Court at the mall on the second Thursday of every month @ 12:00 pm. Deaf Ministry at Salem Baptist Church 8:45 am service is interpreted. A Deaf Worship three times a month and voice interpreted for the hearing. Sunday School at 9:45 am for adults and young adults. For more information contact Robin Carpenter ([email protected]) Fredericksburg Baptist Church 11:00 am Interpreted Service Fredericksburg Happy Hands meets at the Salem Baptist Church on the following dates at noon. December 11, 2012, January 8, 2013, February 12, March 12, April 9, May 14, 2013. Deaf Coffee at Starbucks 7-10pm in Fredericksburg The 2nd Thursday night at the Starbucks near the mall of Rte 3. On the fourth Thursday night at the South Point Parkway – Starbucks off Route 1. Services for deaf and hard of hearing at Disability Resource Center with a private contract from Virginia Department for Deaf and Hard of Hearing. If you have any questions please contact Arva Priola by email [email protected]. or by telephone at 540-373-2559. 5 Community Bulletin Board Mental Health America of Fredericksburg A new support group for survivors of suicide (adults who have lost a loved one to suicide. The group, sponsored by Mental Health America of Fredericksburg, will be professionally facilitated and offered at no cost to participants. Survivors of Suicide Support Group Cost: Free (non-therapeutic group for those who have lost a loved one to suicide) Facilitated by Mary Beth Algert, LPC When: 2nd & 4th Thursday 7:00 – 8:30 pm Where: Fredericksburg Baptist Church Room PA111 (Corner of Princess Anne & Amelia Sts) For more information, please call 540-371-2704 or send an email to: [email protected] Directions: Use entrance on Princess Anne Street, after entering the building proceed Straight ahead through set of double doors; proceed to the first hallway on The right; PA111 is the first room on the left in the hallway The National Center on Physical Activity and Disability's The National Center on Physical Activity and Disability's 14-Week Program to a Healthier You is your answer to reaching your physical activity and nutrition goals! The National Center on Physical Activity and Disability is offering a FREE, web-based physical activity and nutrition program for people with chronic health conditions, mobility impairments, and physical disabilities. By registering, you will gain exclusive access to exercise and nutrition experts who can provide you with personalized guidance along the way. To sign up anytime for NCPAD's 14-Week Program or for more information please visit http://www.ncpad.org/14weeks/ and click "join" in the upper right hand corner of the screen. If you have questions contact a NCPAD 14-Week coach at 1-800-900- 8086 or [email protected]. Fredericksburg Regional Center UMFS is looking for a few good foster parents! Fredericksburg Would you like to learn more information about becoming a foster parent? A staff member is more than happy to meet with you and discuss how we can assist you in becoming a foster or foster to adopt parent for a child. We complete orientations throughout the month based on your schedule! Contact Terry Martin at 540-898-1773 to schedule a time or learn more about our services at UMFS! 6 Community Bulletin Board Local Support Groups for Veterans and their family members Effective March 2012, the Fredericksburg Combat Support Group (CSG) will meet Wednesdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Fredericksburg Baptist Church in Room A-100 (1019 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA; please use the Princess Anne Street entrance). The group previously met on Tuesdays. The Combat