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Community Services Board (CSB)
Health and Wellness Newsletter
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time for our community to learn, connect and take steps toward feeling better. Mental health is an important part of our overall health, and everyone deserves support and care.
This year, we want to remind you that small actions can make a big difference. We may not be able to control everything that happens in our lives, but we can build habits and supports that help us feel stronger, calmer and more resilient. This doesn't mean that every day will be perfect, it means taking steps to have more moments of wellness and fewer moments of struggle.
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The CSB will host its annual free, family-friendly Children's Mental Health event. Each year, the event brings families and community partners together to share resources, build connections and highlight inclusive support across the region. This year's event focuses on neurodivergent youth, featuring activities and information designed to celebrate their strengths and help families navigate available services.
Enjoy a fun, relaxing day with activities for all ages. Featuring food trucks, cooling tent, sensory giveaways, games and family-friendly activities.
The event takes place Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Clemyjontri Park, 6317 Georgetown Pike, McLean Va 22101.
Admission is free. However, we encourage you to register in advance to save your spot.
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 This National Nurses Week, we celebrate the Fairfax-Falls Church CSB nurses who provide exceptional care with compassion and professionalism.
Thank you for your unwavering service.
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 During National Prevention Week, we celebrate the CSB's Wellness, Health Promotion and Prevention (WHPP) team for their tireless work in building healthier, more resilient communities. Thank you for your dedication to education and outreach across the Fairfax-Falls Church community.
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Underage Drinking Prevention
Nationally, alcohol is the most commonly used and abused drug among youth in the Unites States.
Research shows that parents are the number one reason young people decide not to drink. The sooner parents begin effectively communicating with their children about drinking, the better the chance we as a community have to reduce the exponential jump in percentage of youth who drink alcohol before their freshman year of high school.
Sign up for a training today!
May 13, 2026
June 10, 2026
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Virtual Opioid Overdose & Naloxone Education Training
Learn what to do and not do in an overdose situation, how to administer naloxone and what to do afterwards.
Upon completion of the CSB training, residents of Fairfax County and the Cities of Fairfax and Falls Church are eligible to receive a free box of naloxone.
Sign up for a training today!
May 15, 2026
May 30, 2026
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Mental health matters every day. This month, take time to check in with yourself and others. Common signs of stress or anxiety include trouble sleeping, irritability or feeling overwhelmed. Reaching out for support is a sign of strength.
Call or text 988, day or night.
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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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