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Offers training to child care providers and child care referrals to parents in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, and Virginia Beach

Falls Prevention includes two programs: Falls Talk and A Matter of Balance. Falls Talk offers one-on-one interaction with a trained facilitator to help increase an individual's ability to prevent falls, to manage falls if they occur, and to become aware of fall threats (such as personal traits or circumstances that could cause a fall). It is open to individuals 50 years and older and is provided at the consumer's home or via telephone. A Matter of Balance classes help participants view falls and the fear of falling as controllable, set realistic goals for increasing activity, and change their environments to reduce fall risk factors. The eight-session series also promotes exercise to increase participants' strength and balance. There is no age limit for participants; the classes are offered at CVACL's main s

The babysitter's training course is taught in a minimum of seven hours. It is designed for adolescents 11 years of age and older. The course is a dynamic, interactive, activity-based program providing the participants with numerous hands-on learning experiences. Each participant receives a Red Cross Babysitters's Guide, checklist, and course completion certificate.

American Red Cross provide certified classes in CPR, first aid, babysitting, HIV/AIDS and lifeguard and water safety. Taught by Red Cross volunteers to the public. There is no age requirement. The purpose of this program is train individuals to overcome any reluctance to act in emergency situations and to recognize and care for life-threatening emergencies such as respiratory or cardiac problems, sudden illness, and injury. All facilities are physically impaired accessible with notification, hearing and visually impaired can be accommodated and individually read the materials and tests.

The BabyCare program is a home-based program that fosters safe and healthy pregnancies and healthy babies by providing free education, care coordination, and support services from registered nurses to high-risk pregnant people and infants up to 24 months of age. Services Include: - intensive case management - coordination of care - Pack 'N Plays - education about prenatal care, birthing, infant care, parenting and community resources. Free child safety seats and booster seats are also available.

Provides a non-profit, non-partisan grassroots organization dedicated to the reduction of gun violence in Virginia by publishing and distributing newsletters, partnering with advocacy groups, and working closely with legislators to plan and support measures that help prevent gun violence.

The BabyCare program is a home-based program that fosters safe and healthy pregnancies and healthy babies by providing free education, care coordination, and support services from registered nurses to high-risk pregnant people and infants up to 24 months of age. Services Include: - intensive case management - coordination of care - portable cribs - education about prenatal care, birthing, infant care, parenting and community resources. Free child safety seats and booster seats are also available.

Provides services in order to decrease the number of alcohol related driving incidences. Services include education; intensive education; treatment; first time drug offender; young offender program; habitual offender evaluations; ordered driver improvement; points driver improvement; driving suspended program; habitual offender relapse prevention; and ignition interlock.

A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to reduce the fear of falling and encourage activity. Classes are held once a week for 8 weeks or twice a week for 4 weeks. Each class is 2 hours. Workshop is FREE. You will learn to view falls as controllable, set goals for increasing activity, make changes to reduce fall risk at home and exercise to increase strength and balance. Workshops are offer virtually or in-person.

Provides services in order to decrease the number of alcohol related driving incidences. Services include education; intensive education; treatment; first time drug offender; young offender program; habitual offender evaluations; ordered driver improvement; points driver improvement; driving suspended program; habitual offender relapse prevention; and ignition interlock.

Provides services in order to decrease the number of alcohol related driving incidences. Services include education; intensive education; treatment; first time drug offender; young offender program; habitual offender evaluations; ordered driver improvement; points driver improvement; driving suspended program; habitual offender relapse prevention; and ignition interlock.

Provides services in order to decrease the number of alcohol related driving incidences. Services include education; intensive education; treatment; first time drug offender; young offender program; habitual offender evaluations; ordered driver improvement; points driver improvement; driving suspended program; habitual offender relapse prevention; and ignition interlock.

The Child Care Office licenses day care facilities; monitors their compliance with local child care ordinances, state standards, and regulations ( Arlington Child Care Center Regulation & Family Day Home Regulation); and provides education and training for providers of child care. The Child Care Office maintains directories of child day care centers and family day care providers. You can also order these directories by calling 703-228-1685.

Provides education programs which focus on substance abuse issues and driving. Programs offered are: DUI Education Groups, Drug Education Groups, Treatment/Relapse Groups, Young Offender Program, Adolescent Alcohol Education Program, Reckless/Aggressive Driving Education Program and Driver Improvement Program (only on set Saturdays).

Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) is an evidence-based strength, balance and fitness program for adults 65 and older. Performing exercises that improve strength, balance and fitness are the single most important activity that adults can do to stay active and reduce their chances of falling. The entire curriculum of activities in the SAIL Program can help improve strength and balance, if done regularly.

Community Education and Provider Services provides information, assistance and support to individuals interested in becoming Fairfax County-permitted Family Child Care providers. CEPS offers ongoing training and support to Family Child Care providers currently permitted to operate a home-based childcare program in Fairfax County.

Child Care Aware of Virginia offer access to professional training opportunities through regional resource centers, partner affiliates and online at the Virginia Training Academy. Also offer free consultation services to child care providers via telephone, online, on-site, or via printed resources. This includes guidance on topics such as child development, child care regulations, quality enhancement, safety planning, family engagement, nutrition, accreditation, and more.

Offers classes to certify instructors to teach: First Aid, C.P.R., Life-guarding, Swimming, and HIV/AIDS Prevention. Certifies the public in the same courses at basic provider level. Also offers courses for adults and children.

Services include alcohol education, intensive education, treatment, young offender program, habitual offender violations, habitual offender interventions, habitual offender relapse prevention, ordered driver improvement, points driver improvement, driving suspended program, reckless/aggressive driver education, juvenile driver improvement, aggressive driver classes, moral reaction therapy, ignition interlock, and first time drug offender.

The Red Cross offers classes in: CPR, first aid, lifeguarding, learn to swim, water safety and more.

The Red Cross offers classes in: CPR, first aid, lifeguarding, learn to swim, water safety and more.

Provides services in order to decrease the number of alcohol related driving incidences. Services include education; intensive education; treatment; first time drug offender; young offender program; habitual offender evaluations; ordered driver improvement; points driver improvement; driving suspended program; habitual offender relapse prevention; and ignition interlock.

Programs offered include: Habitual Offender Restoration Evaluations * Habitual Offender Evaluations * First Offense Drug Program * Reckless Driving * Driver Improvement * Pre-Trial and Other Assessments * Drug Screen * Case Reviews(each review; beginning with second year of reviews) * Suspended Operator's License Program.

Educate and influence people to prevent accidental injury and death. Also prepared to answer questions and send detailed information in association with fall injury prevention.

Provides services in order to decrease the number of alcohol related driving incidences. Services include education; intensive education; treatment; first time drug offender; young offender program; habitual offender evaluations; ordered driver improvement; points driver improvement; driving suspended program; habitual offender relapse prevention; and ignition interlock.