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Community Services Board (CSB)
Health and Wellness Newsletter
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At the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB), the Entry, Assessment and Referral (EAR) Unit helps people take the first step in getting behavioral health care. Whether contacting EAR by phone or in person, everyone is met by a team ready to listen, provide support and connect them to appropriate services.
This month, we spoke with Shana Grady, Psy. D, the Program Manager for the EAR Unit, to learn more about what they do.
Dr. Grady proudly shared, "Our clinical team responds with speed, skill and flexibility to take care of all those who walk through our doors, providing helpful guidance at every point until the client (and family) feel more hopeful about taking the next steps to find health and recovery."
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The Fairfax County Health Department, in collaboration with the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB), recently hosted a Community Health Project Competition for 10 students enrolled in Fairfax County’s Public Health Youth Ambassador Program Evening and Weekend program.
Students from high schools across Fairfax County presented public health projects that were judged by local health leaders and subject-matter experts from the CSB. Daryl Washington, CSB Executive Director, and Dr. Gloria Addo-Ayensu, Director of the Fairfax County Health Department, also addressed students.
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The CSB provides support for youth and transitional age youth ages 3 through 23 and their families who live with mental health or substance use issues. Our team of compassionate providers and trusted community partners offer a range of services, from outpatient counseling to more intensive treatments, in locations across Fairfax County.
Following an individualized assessment, children, youth and families are offered a treatment plan tailored to their specific strengths and needs.
To access services, call 703-383-8500, TTY 711.
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24/7 Emotional Support
988 is a three-digit number that routes callers to the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. When you call, text or chat 988, you are connected to a caring counselor who will listen, provide support, and connect you to resources. 988 is free, confidential and available 24/7/365 in Fairfax County and across the U.S.
If you need support with mental health or substance use problems, call or text 9-8-8 today.
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Feel overwhelmed by the start of the new year? Take time to sit down, grab your favorite paper or digital calendar, and make a schedule.
Whether you make a daily schedule, weekly schedule, or plan activities ahead of time, planning in advance can help reduce anxiety and support a productive rhythm.
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For CSB Non-Emergency Behavioral Health Services, call CSB Entry & Referral at 703-383-8500 TTY 771, Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You may also walk-in at the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and Friday 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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For emergency mental health or substance use services, walk-in services are available 24/7 at the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health or call 703-573-5679 TTY 711.
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If you or someone you know is experiencing a substance use crisis, call the Fairfax Detoxification Center 24/7 at 703-502-7000, TTY 703-322-9080.
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If someone with a developmental disability is experiencing a mental health or substance abuse crisis, call REACH, a 24/7 regional crisis stabilization and crisis prevention service for children, youth and adults with developmental disabilities, at 855-897-8278.
The Fairfax-Falls Church CSB is part of a large community network of behavioral health, developmental disability and healthcare service providers without whom the wealth of quality services to the northern Virginia community would not be possible. As part of our collaboration with community partners, the CSB may refer members of the community to other service providers as appropriate to meet their needs.
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Serving Fairfax County
The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) provides lifesaving services for people experiencing mental health concerns, substance misuse and/or developmental disabilities. Our vision is that everyone in our community has the support needed to live a healthy, fulfilling life.
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