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Community Services Board (CSB)
Health and Wellness Newsletter
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April is Alcohol Awareness Month. It’s a time to talk openly about alcohol use and where to find help.
The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) offers many services for people who want to make changes in their relationship with alcohol. Whether you are just starting to wonder about your drinking or if you need more support, we are here to help at every step.
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The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) depends on caring, skilled people to help support residents who are working toward recovery and wellness. One program that plays a big role in this work is the Valued Interns & Volunteers in Action program, also known as VIVA!
VIVA! connects master’s-level interns and dedicated volunteers with programs across the CSB where they can learn, grow and make a difference. At any given time, more than 100 people are part of the program.
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The Northern Virginia Adolescent Treatment Center recently opened in Chantilly to support youth facing substance use and behavioral health challenges. This new 16-bed residential facility provides structured, trauma-informed care in a safe and therapeutic environment, helping adolescents and their families begin the path to recovery. Through public-private partnership, this program expands treatment options in the Northern Virginia region.
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Drug take back programs are a safe method for disposing unused or expired prescription drugs. They are organized and closely monitored by local, state and federal government agencies.
Safe disposal of unused or expired medications prevents drug misuse, accidental poisoning and protects the environment.
Dispose of your unused or expired medications on Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. It's free, convenient, confidential.
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Discussing tough topics like fentanyl can feel challenging—no matter how close you are with someone. Explain to your loved ones and community that it’s important to learn about fentanyl so they know the risks and how to respond if someone they know overdoses.
Fentanyl Awareness Day is observed to help inform communities like ours about the dangers of illegally made fentanyl.
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Mark your calendar! The CSB is hosting a free, family-focused celebration highlighting the strengths of neurodivergent youth.
It will be a fun, relaxing day with activities for all ages featuring food trucks, cooling tent, sensory giveaways, games and family-friendly activities.
Saturday, May 9, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Clemyjontri Park
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Suicide Prevention Training
QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer – the 3 simple yet powerful steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide.
Just as people trained in CPR help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to the help they need.
Sign up for a training today!
April 22, 2026
May 8, 2026
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Trauma Resilience Training
What we can predict, we can prevent. New research in brain science, genetics and public health shows that protecting people and helping them stay strong can improve health, safety and how well people do their work.
Sign up for an ACEs training today!
April 29, 2026
May 7, 2026
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Movement is medicine for the mind. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) shares that regular physical activity helps reduce stress, improves sleep and boosts mood by releasing feel-good chemicals in the brain. Walking, dancing or gardening are all great ways to get moving!
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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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