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Community Services Board (CSB)
Health and Wellness Newsletter
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The CSB's Addiction Medicine Clinic (AMC) helps adults who want to stop using substances by offering medication for addiction treatment seven days a week. These medicines ease withdrawal symptoms and reduce cravings. This makes recovery safer and more comfortable. All care is offered in an outpatient setting which means you do not need to stay overnight.
AMC Supervisor Jennifer Scrivener shares, “Our goal is to help people set their own recovery goals and work toward them with support from their medical team. We offer respectful, non-judgmental care and medicines that can help with substance use disorders. Our clinic is a safe, supportive place where people get treatment that fits their needs.”
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Drug Take Back Day is a free, convenient, confidential, and safe way to dispose of unused or expired medicine. Safe disposal:
- Prevents drug misuse
- Prevents accidental poisoning
- Protects the environment
This fall, Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event will take place at 9 drop-off sites throughout Fairfax County.
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The CSB is making changes to our walk-in assessment schedule to serve you better.
Walk-in services will now be available only at certain hours Monday to Thursday. We will not offer full same-day assessments for first-time walk-ins on Fridays. However, we will still provide brief risk checks for anyone who walks in on a Friday.
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To qualify for full Medicaid benefits after October 1, 2026, adults will need to be a U.S. citizen, a Lawful Permanent Resident, Cuban or Haitian Entrant, or a Compact of Free Association migrant. Medicaid rules for children and pregnant members are NOT changing. Regardless of immigration status, there are community clinics and other services available to help you stay healthy. Find low-cost or free health care options in Fairfax County.
Learn more about these changes and how to update your contact information to get important notices.
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 CSB and Health Department staff at the Out of Darkness walk.
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There's always an opportunity to talk about how each of us can help prevent suicide and share local resources from the Fairfax-Falls Church CSB.
Raymond Paden, Program Manager of the CSB’s Wellness, Health Promotion and Prevention team shares that, “Providing hope starts with simply letting a person know that you care and that they are not alone.”
CSB staff, partners and family members participated in the Out of Darkness Walk on October 3 to raise awareness about suicide prevention.
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Building Resilient Communities
The memories of childhood experiences are stored in the body as well as the mind. From the very first spark of life, our experiences profoundly shape who we are and who we will become.
Training is offered on October 9, 2026, and November 24, 2026.
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Support Someone in Crisis
You are more likely to encounter someone experiencing a mental health crisis than someone having a heart attack. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you the common warning signs and risk factors associated with mental health concerns, along with a five-step action plan to help someone in crisis.
An adult MHFA training is offered on October 15, 2026. A youth MHFA training is offered on October 20, 2026.
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Autumn is a great time to enjoy the outdoors. Spending time in nature can reduce stress, improve mood and boost physical health. Try a walk in a park, a hike or simply sit outside to soak in the crisp air and fall colors.
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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, 10:00 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.
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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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