Offers youth, ages 17-21, an opportunity to live in an apartment setting and begin to learn the skills necessary to transition to adulthood. The apartment setting in Roanoke is semi-supervised with youth counselors available 24/7. The Independent Living program provides individual and group training opportunities to help youth develop practical life skills and achieve educational and employment goals. Nonresidential Independent Living Skill Training is also available on an individual and group basis for youth not placed in our program.

The program serves children between the ages of 10 and 18. The program implements individual and group counseling services to teach adolescents life skills. Provides employment coaching as well as coordination of therapeutic services. The program is participant focused but works to involve the parents in treatment planning. The frequency and intensity of the contacts with the Youth Counselor are determined according to the individual needs of the participants. Youth typically are in the program and monitored between 2 and 6 months. Community Attention works in conjunction with the 16th District Court Services Unit to provide Electronic Monitoring, Assessment, and Diversion services to Charlottesville and Albemarle County. For more information or assistance, please call: Director: (434) 970-3334

Turning Point provides a way to intervene rapidly after a first episode of psychosis, and to provide wraparound services for the young person with the goal of getting them re-engaged in the community and less dependent on a service system. The early intervention program helps the young people and their families understand and manage symptoms of mental illness and/or substance use disorder, while also building skills and supports that allow them to be successful in work, school, and life in general.

Provides day support services and a Lifeskills program for individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities. Services are person-centered and community-based.

Serves adults 18 years old or older with intellectual disabilities. Provides individuals with opportunities and training in daily living skills, socialization, recreation and community integration. Transportation is provided to the program.

Assists people with disabilities to acquire the skills needed to live independently, such as financial management, acquired social skills, household management, etc.

Provides telephone counseling and video counsling sessions and general counseling services.

Provides services to enable people with visual disabilities to achieve their maximum level of independence and participation in society, thus enhancing their economic, social, and personal independence. Offers a service program that is individually designed to develop and raise the level of adaptive coping skills and functional independence of youth and adults who are blind or visually impaired. Services provided include individualized needs assessment, adjustment counseling, information and referral, advocacy, outreach, orientation and mobility, daily living skills training, communications skills (such as Braille, typing, script writing), home management skills, assistive technology services and devices, and other specialized services.

Plans, develops, and implements services for Virginia Beach residents with intellectual disabilities and their families through the provision of consumer centered services designed to provide opportunities to individuals who have intellectual disabilities to become self-directing and contributing members of our community; support families living with family member with intellectual disabilities; provide early intervention when developmental delays are identified in young children; and, promote the value of persons with intellectual disabilities living and working in the community.

The purpose of the Kenmore Club is to provide citizens who are living with the effects of mental illness the chance to work and become self-supporting members of the community. Members participate voluntarily in work units of their choice which focus on the duties necessary for the daily operation of the Club. Work units include: Food; Membership; Clerical; and Maintenance. By taking part in the unit activities members gain confidence, build self-esteem, learn job-related skills, and work with others towards a common goal of recovery. Kenmore Club also provides educational training and transitional employment opportunities.

Mental Health Skill-Building Services help older adolescents and adults find stability, independence, and success both at home and in the community. We focus on developing positive behaviors to support individuals facing emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges, helping you thrive in the least restrictive setting possible. Services promote independence by providing: • Personalized assessments and transition planning • Life skills training to improve daily functioning • Social and communication skills training for more positive interactions • Guidance on navigating community resources • Transportation assistance to make resources and activities more accessible

Provides services to visually impaired citizens. Services include counseling, teaching, advocacy, low vision services and job placement assistance. Information available in Braille and Large print upon request. Programs include Rehabilitation Teaching/Independent Living, Orientation and Mobility, Low Vision (20/70) and Deaf/Blind services, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Education Services.

A center and community based program for people with intellectual disabilities that serves ages 12 years through adulthood. Provides supports, as identified in Individual Support Plans, to increase socialization, adaptive skills, communication, and more through the use of community resources (field trips, volunteer opportunities, etc) and center-based activities (arts and crafts, personal hygiene education, horticulture, etc.).

Services are designed to meet the needs of clients experiencing difficulties in their lives due to emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues. Provide transitional support and stabilization services to clients returning to the community from a more restrictive environment. The goal is to provide each client with individualized services and training so they can function as independently as possible. Each client will learn to utilize appropriate community resources to maintain stability in the least restrictive community setting.

These programs serve people who are recovering from mental illness by providing a safe and supportive environment that promotes independent living, social and interpersonal skills, and relapse prevention. Attending daily classes provides education about mental illness, substance use, and appropriate medication. Engaging in volunteering opportunities and engaging in social activities promotes empowerment, recovery, and competency. Services include: Face-to-face Service Specific Provider Intake (SSPI) that identifies treatment needs Development of Individualized Service Plans (ISP) which identify an individual's needs and goals in the area of mental health recovery and stability in the community Psycho-educational activities to teach about mental illness and appropriate medication to avoid complications and relapse Social skills training, peer support, and community resource development to promote empowerment, recovery, and competency Opportunities to learn and use independent living skills, and to enhance social and interpersonal skills Field trips to provide training in an integrated setting in order to increase an individual's understanding or ability to access community resources and meet goals outlined in the ISP

These programs serve people who are recovering from mental illness by providing a safe and supportive environment that promotes independent living, social and interpersonal skills, and relapse prevention. Attending daily classes provides education about mental illness, substance use, and appropriate medication. Engaging in volunteering opportunities and engaging in social activities promotes empowerment, recovery, and competency. Services include: Face-to-face Service Specific Provider Intake (SSPI) that identifies treatment needs Development of Individualized Service Plans (ISP) which identify an individual's needs and goals in the area of mental health recovery and stability in the community Psycho-educational activities to teach about mental illness and appropriate medication to avoid complications and relapse Social skills training, peer support, and community resource development to promote empowerment, recovery, and competency Opportunities to learn and use independent living skills, and to enhance social and interpersonal skills Field trips to provide training in an integrated setting in order to increase an individual's understanding or ability to access community resources and meet goals outlined in the ISP

Work with individuals with disabilities to teach basic tasks that lead to independence such as doing laundry, cooking, cleaning, budgeting, resume formatting, and employment readiness.

These programs serve people who are recovering from mental illness by providing a safe and supportive environment that promotes independent living, social and interpersonal skills, and relapse prevention. Attending daily classes provides education about mental illness, substance use, and appropriate medication. Engaging in volunteering opportunities and engaging in social activities promotes empowerment, recovery, and competency. Services include: Face-to-face Service Specific Provider Intake (SSPI) that identifies treatment needs Development of Individualized Service Plans (ISP) which identify an individual's needs and goals in the area of mental health recovery and stability in the community Psycho-educational activities to teach about mental illness and appropriate medication to avoid complications and relapse Social skills training, peer support, and community resource development to promote empowerment, recovery, and competency Opportunities to learn and use independent living skills, and to enhance social and interpersonal skills Field trips to provide training in an integrated setting in order to increase an individual's understanding or ability to access community resources and meet goals outlined in the ISP

Meadowcreek Day Activity provides training and assistance to adults with developmental disabilities to acquire, improve and maintain functional abilities, while also achieving social integration with peers and the community. Meadowcreek Day Support provides opportunities for individuals to pursue personal interests and strengths in the community through art, music, technology, self-advocacy, and wellness. Meadowcreek coordinates with a variety of community-based services, including Charlottesville Parks & Recreation, Access Arts, Madison House, Meals On Wheels, Best Buddies, and Salvation Army.

Foster teens who are at least 16 years of age. This program varies from year to year depending on the needs of the teens and the funding available from the State. Based on needs identified through an Independent Living Needs Assessment, the teens receive counseling and participate in group activities regarding subjects that will assist them in becoming competent adults and self-sufficient, productive citizens.

VFS Mental Health Skills-Building Services are designed to assist individuals with achieving and maintaining community stability and independence in the most appropriate, least restrictive environment. Components of services include individualized training in acquiring living skills, medication management, personal hygiene, use of social skills and personal support system. Additional components include nutrition guidance, money management, psycho-education, skills training, development of community resources and health maintenance.

SOAR365 Youth Services is a skill-building program for young people with disabilities. Direct support professionals (DSPs) offer personalized activities and supports to help participants meet their goals.

The ECNV Travel Training program is for people with disabilities who want to learn to travel safely and independently using public transportation in the Washington Metropolitan Area. Through the multi-day program that is comprehensive and individualized, individuals will learn a variety of travel skills that will enable them to ride local transportation independently. The Travel Trainers will work with individuals to learn transit routes to travel anywhere within the Washington, D.C. metro area.

Provide Home-Based Services, Casey Life Skills, and Life Skills Coaching resources to disadvantaged youth and young adults with a focus on unaccompanied, court-involved foster care and homeless youth age 13-21.

Provides services to visually impaired citizens. Services include counseling, teaching, advocacy, low vision services and job placement assistance. Information available in Braille and Large print upon request. Programs include Rehabilitation Teaching/Independent Living, Orientation and Mobility, Low Vision (20/70) and Deaf/Blind services, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Education Services