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06/23/2021

Not everyone knows how to reach out and help someone experiencing a mental health challenge or substance use concern. Mental Health First Aid helps you learn how recognize and offer support to someone who is struggling. Register for a Mental Health First Aid class and learn how to talk with them and get them the help that they need.
https://bit.ly/2O9GxQ7

Not everyone knows how to reach out and help someone experiencing a mental health challenge or substance use concern. Mental Health First Aid helps you learn how recognize and offer support to someone who is struggling. Register for a Mental Health First Aid class and learn how to talk with them and get them the help that they need.
https://bit.ly/2O9GxQ7

06/23/2021

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Planning for a more resilient, adaptable future in the face of climate change is a big undertaking! The Resilient Fairfax team wants to hear from you via a brief, online survey. Share your experiences with climate impacts like flooding, extreme temperatures and severe weather. The survey is open through July 2: https://bit.ly/3egbJYQ

06/23/2021

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The Board of Supervisors appointed a Redistricting Advisory Committee today and the group will recommend new, proposed electoral districts for the Board. A legally required process, redistricting takes place after every decennial U.S. Census, and it ensures proportional representation as populations grow and shift over time. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3gNiu5k

06/22/2021

Managing stress helps to maintain a healthy lifestyle. This month we’re sharing helpful tips. One way to managing stress is to get physical. Download the myStrength app and search, Why Move More.
Visit https://bit.ly/362YxCd, Click on ‘Sign Up’, and enter access code ‘CSBCommunity’
Follow along this month to learn more tips to further your journey to wellness.

Managing stress helps to maintain a healthy lifestyle. This month we’re sharing helpful tips. One way to managing stress is to get physical. Download the myStrength app and search, Why Move More.
Visit https://bit.ly/362YxCd, Click on ‘Sign Up’, and enter access code ‘CSBCommunity’
Follow along this month to learn more tips to further your journey to wellness.

06/21/2021

QPR – Question, Persuade and Refer – 3 simple, powerful steps you can learn to help save a life from suicide. Sign up for the next virtual session of QPR, tomorrow, June 22nd at 10:00 a.m.
https://bit.ly/3p7lLNN

QPR – Question, Persuade and Refer – 3 simple, powerful steps you can learn to help save a life from suicide. Sign up for the next virtual session of QPR, tomorrow, June 22nd at 10:00 a.m.
https://bit.ly/3p7lLNN

06/20/2021

It's Father’s Day! Celebrate a father, father figure or caring adult in your life.

06/19/2021

Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. The name is a combination of the words “June” and “nineteenth.” We remember this remarkable day and its reverberations as we celebrate a powerful moment in the history of our nation.

The marker text includes: Commemorated annually on June 19th, Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration of the end of slavery in the U.S. the Emancipation Proclamation, issued by President Abraham Lincoln on Sep. 22, 1862, announced, "that on the 1st day of January, A.D. 1863, all persons held as slaves within any state…in rebellion against the U.S. shall be then, thenceforward and forever free." However, it would take the Civil War and passage of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution to end the brutal institution of African American slavery.

After the Civil War ended in April 1865 most slaves in Texas were still unaware of their freedom. This began to change when Union troops arrived in Galveston...Freed African Americans observed "Emancipation Day," as it was first known, as early as 1866 in Galveston. As community gatherings grew across Texas, celebrations included parades, prayer, singing, and readings of the proclamation. In the mid-20th century, community celebrations gave way to more private commemorations. A re-emergence of public observance helped Juneteenth become a state holiday in 1979. Initially observed in Texas, this landmark event's legacy is evident today by worldwide commemorations that celebrate freedom and the triumph of the human spirit.

Photo by Texas Historical Society
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The Senate unanimously passed a resolution on June 16, 2021 establishing June 19 as Juneteenth National Independence Day, a US holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.

Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. The name is a combination of the words “June” and “nineteenth.” We remember this remarkable day and its reverberations as we celebrate a powerful moment in the history of our nation.

The marker text includes: Commemorated annually on June 19th, Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration of the end of slavery in the U.S. the Emancipation Proclamation, issued by President Abraham Lincoln on Sep. 22, 1862, announced, "that on the 1st day of January, A.D. 1863, all persons held as slaves within any state…in rebellion against the U.S. shall be then, thenceforward and forever free." However, it would take the Civil War and passage of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution to end the brutal institution of African American slavery.

After the Civil War ended in April 1865 most slaves in Texas were still unaware of their freedom. This began to change when Union troops arrived in Galveston...Freed African Americans observed "Emancipation Day," as it was first known, as early as 1866 in Galveston. As community gatherings grew across Texas, celebrations included parades, prayer, singing, and readings of the proclamation. In the mid-20th century, community celebrations gave way to more private commemorations. A re-emergence of public observance helped Juneteenth become a state holiday in 1979. Initially observed in Texas, this landmark event's legacy is evident today by worldwide commemorations that celebrate freedom and the triumph of the human spirit.

Photo by Texas Historical Society
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The Senate unanimously passed a resolution on June 16, 2021 establishing June 19 as Juneteenth National Independence Day, a US holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.

06/18/2021

myStrength is a free resource for all Fairfax residents to help support your mental and physical wellness goals. Download the myStrength app and search the topic of physical activity to learn about the benefits of exercise. Also search topics such as reducing stress, controlling anxiety, mindfulness and meditation and more.
Visit https://bit.ly/362YxCd, Click on ‘Sign Up’, and enter access code ‘CSBCommunity’

myStrength is a free resource for all Fairfax residents to help support your mental and physical wellness goals. Download the myStrength app and search the topic of physical activity to learn about the benefits of exercise. Also search topics such as reducing stress, controlling anxiety, mindfulness and meditation and more.
Visit https://bit.ly/362YxCd, Click on ‘Sign Up’, and enter access code ‘CSBCommunity’

06/18/2021

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Fairfax County Government offices are closed Friday, June 18, in recognition of the Juneteenth holiday on June 19.
✅ Holiday schedule: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/juneteenth-holiday-schedule-june-18-2021
✅ More About Juneteenth in Fairfax County, including events and resources: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/juneteenth

06/17/2021

Hello Summer! With the warm weather upon us and summer vacations ahead, we want to help keep our youngest passengers safe! Join us at Walmart, 7910 Richmond Hwy in Alexandria, on Saturday June 26 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. for a car seat inspection event! Officers will check seats on a first come, first serve basis. Hope to see you there!
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#FCPD #TrafficSafety #CarSeatSafety #SafetyFirst #BuckleUp #EveryTripEveryTime #Vacation #SummerTime #Police #LawEnforcement #FirstResponders #PoliceOfficer #FairfaxCounty #FairfaxVa

06/16/2021

Suicide Prevention Trainings
QPR: Question, Persuade, Refer

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. Each year, thousands of Americans, like you, are saying "yes" to saving the life of a friend, colleague, sibling, or neighbor by becoming a part of the QPR life-saving network.

QPR can be learned in a free, 60-minute virtual training course. Anyone age 16 and over is encouraged to take QPR training – parents, friends, neighbors, teachers, ministers, doctors, nurses, office supervisors, police officers, volunteer coaches, youth organization leaders, caseworkers, firefighters, and anyone who might be strategically positioned to recognize and refer someone at risk of suicide.

Tuesday, June 22, 10-11 am
Register: https://bit.ly/3tKQ6Ek

06/15/2021

Want to honor Juneteenth, but not sure where to go? Register to Celebrate Freedom Juneteenth on Saturday, June 19th at 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at Frying Pan Park. The event is free and open to the public.
https://bit.ly/3fwEUGs

Want to honor Juneteenth, but not sure where to go? Register to Celebrate Freedom Juneteenth on Saturday, June 19th at 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at Frying Pan Park. The event is free and open to the public.
https://bit.ly/3fwEUGs

06/15/2021

LGBTQ youth face unique risk factors for suicide, but there is hope. Take a Mental Health First Aid and QPR Suicide Prevention class to learn how to provide proper support.

https://bit.ly/3gxXazF

LGBTQ youth face unique risk factors for suicide, but there is hope. Take a Mental Health First Aid and QPR Suicide Prevention class to learn how to provide proper support.

https://bit.ly/3gxXazF

06/14/2021

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A new Free Vaccine Shuttle will run every 30 minutes to the Vaccine Equity Clinic on Route 1 on Saturdays and Sundays!
🚌 Learn more about the Vaccine Equity Clinic & see shuttle schedules and times: https://bit.ly/3iDC4ma
#FFXCOVID

06/14/2021

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Get a COVID-19 vaccine!
📅 June 14-15
🕘 Appointments & Walk-Ins: 10:15am – 4:45pm
📍 John Marshall Library – Meeting Room 2, 6209 Rose Hill Drive, Alexandria, VA 22310
💉 Johnson & Johnson vaccine
➡️ Walk in or make an appointment at https://bit.ly/3onG3Ed
#FFXCOVID

06/14/2021

Learn how to reverse an opioid overdose at a free Fairfax County CSB training, REVIVE! The virtual class is about 1 hour. The next training is Wednesday, June 16th at 1:00 p.m. Many other classes are offered weekly. Register now.
https://bit.ly/3r2WOVC

Learn how to reverse an opioid overdose at a free Fairfax County CSB training, REVIVE! The virtual class is about 1 hour. The next training is Wednesday, June 16th at 1:00 p.m. Many other classes are offered weekly. Register now.
https://bit.ly/3r2WOVC

06/13/2021

June is Pride Month 🏳️‍🌈

Join the Office of Human Rights & Equity Programs and Aging Rainbows to learn about new LGBTQ+ protections in housing and employment.

Register: http://bit.ly/June14OHREP?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

06/13/2021

RAD-PBV Housing Voucher Registration | Housing and Community Development

Housing Waitlist Closes Tonight - Apply now!

Units include one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom townhouses, garden apartments and condominiums located in communities all throughout Fairfax County.

Apply online through 11:59 pm.

https://bit.ly/3uTFPX2

Fairfax County, Virginia - The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority Rental Assistance Demonstration-Project Based Voucher (RAD-PBV)...

06/12/2021

Managing stress helps to maintain a healthy lifestyle. This month we’re sharing helpful tips. One way to manage stress is to meditate.

Download the myStrength app and search, "Meditating for Gratitude" to learn more.

Visit https://appv2.mystrength.com/go/ffccsb/csbcommunity, Click on ‘Sign Up’, and enter access code "CSBCommunity".

Managing stress helps to maintain a healthy lifestyle. This month we’re sharing helpful tips. One way to manage stress is to meditate.

Download the myStrength app and search, "Meditating for Gratitude" to learn more.

Visit https://appv2.mystrength.com/go/ffccsb/csbcommunity, Click on ‘Sign Up’, and enter access code "CSBCommunity".

06/11/2021

RAD-PBV Housing Voucher Registration | Housing and Community Development

Housing Waitlist Closes Sunday - Apply today!

Units include one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom townhouses, garden apartments and condominiums located in communities all throughout Fairfax County.

Apply online June 7 - June 13

https://bit.ly/3uTFPX2

Fairfax County, Virginia - The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority Rental Assistance Demonstration-Project Based Voucher (RAD-PBV)...

06/10/2021

There are many research-supported benefits of hiring people who have disabilities or who are in recovery from mental health or substance use disorders. Are you a local business owner interested in supporting your community by having a disability- and recovery-friendly workplace? CSB’s Supported Employment Team can help! Learn more about our services: https://bit.ly/3niFRW0?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

There are many research-supported benefits of hiring people who have disabilities or who are in recovery from mental health or substance use disorders. Are you a local business owner interested in supporting your community by having a disability- and recovery-friendly workplace? CSB’s Supported Employment Team can help! Learn more about our services: https://bit.ly/3niFRW0?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

06/09/2021

Free Employment and Training Webinar: Reentry 101: Employment Basics. Don't Let Your Past Impact Your Future
Thursday, June 17 (2:30 p.m.)

Do you have previous offenses that are making it hard to find a job? If you answered yes, then we can help! Register for this free webinar: http://bit.ly/DFS-ETservices?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

Free Employment and Training Webinar: Reentry 101: Employment Basics. Don't Let Your Past Impact Your Future
Thursday, June 17 (2:30 p.m.)

Do you have previous offenses that are making it hard to find a job? If you answered yes, then we can help! Register for this free webinar: http://bit.ly/DFS-ETservices?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

06/08/2021

June is Pride Month 🏳️‍🌈

Join the Office of Human Rights & Equity Programs and Aging Rainbows to learn about new LGBTQ+ protections in housing and employment.

Register: http://bit.ly/June14OHREP?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

06/08/2021

June 9 Virtual Remembrance Ceremony for Northern Virginia COVID-19 Victims - Fairfax County Emergency Information

June 9 Virtual Remembrance Ceremony for Northern Virginia COVID-19 Victims - Fairfax County Emergency Information

We’re taking time to remember lives lost due to COVID-19. You’re invited to join us online and watch as Fairfax County Government will host the Northern Virginia Regional Commission’s COVID-19 Remembrance Ceremony on Wednesday, June 9, at 6 p.m. The ceremony will honor and remember all of the ...

06/07/2021

Suicide Prevention Trainings in June
QPR: Question, Persuade, Refer

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. Each year, thousands of Americans, like you, are saying "yes" to saving the life of a friend, colleague, sibling, or neighbor by becoming a part of the QPR life-saving network.

QPR can be learned in a free, 60-minute virtual training course. Anyone age 16 and over is encouraged to take QPR training – parents, friends, neighbors, teachers, ministers, doctors, nurses, office supervisors, police officers, volunteer coaches, youth organization leaders, caseworkers, firefighters, and anyone who might be strategically positioned to recognize and refer someone at risk of suicide.

Wednesday, June 9, 6:30-7:30 pm
Register: https://bit.ly/2RSrqwq

Tuesday, June 22, 10-11 am
Register: https://bit.ly/3tKQ6Ek

06/07/2021

Free Employment and Training Webinar: Reentry 101: Employment Basics. Don't Let Your Past Impact Your Future
Thursday, June 17 (2:30 p.m.)

Do you have previous offenses that are making it hard to find a job? If you answered yes, then we can help! Register for this free webinar, check out upcoming webinars and learn more about employment and training services: http://bit.ly/DFS-ETservices #EmploymentAndTraining #DFSHereForYou