Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board

08/17/2020

08/17/2020

Public Engagement with CECAP | Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination

#FairfaxCounty is developing its first-ever #climatechange plan and your input is needed! Join a virtual public meeting or take a brief survey to share your thoughts. https://bit.ly/3fW2cn8

Fairfax County, Virginia - Learn more about the Community-wide Energy and Climate Action Plan public engagement process and opportunities.

08/10/2020

Opioid addiction is a public health emergency.

54% of individuals who misused pain medicine got them from a friend or relative.

International Overdose Awareness Day is August 31, 2020. Join us throughout the month of August by taking part in our calendar of activities that help to raise awareness of overdose, help reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths, of substance misuse, and ways to provide support to family, friends, colleagues, neighbors, and our community.

(The link to the calendar is in the comments.)

08/09/2020

There are a lot of reasons to close your door. We do it to stop the spread of fire. You can do it to save your life. In February of 2019, this simple act helped save the life of a young county resident.

Learn more about that here: https://ffxfirerescue.wordpress.com/2020/08/08/close-before-you-doze-6/ #FCFRD

08/05/2020

Anonymous Mental Health Screening

Take a free, confidential mental health screening: https://bit.ly/3i89gOZ

#mentalhealth

07/18/2020

Fairfax County Health Department

You are safer at home and there is no way to ensure zero risk of COVID-19 when leaving home. Remember in general, the more closely you interact with others and the longer that interaction, the higher the risk of COVID-19 spread.

Read more about important things to consider and find key questions to ask yourself before heading out at https://bit.ly/2YTZYj1

#FFXCOVID

07/17/2020

Help Still Wanted: Recruitment of Contact Tracing Staff Continues.
Fairfax County residents are encouraged to apply. Learn more: https://bit.ly/32qDnga
#FFXCOVID

07/14/2020

Join us in congratulating nursing supervisor, Eleni Halstead. She has been recognized by the Washington Post as a finalist in their 2020 Star Nurse awards. Representing the epitome of skill, professionalism and care of those working on the front lines of health care in D.C., Maryland and Virginia, Eleni is a great asset to those we provide services and our staff. Congratulations, Eleni!

07/14/2020

Fairfax County Park Authority

Fairfax County Park Authority

When the Park Authority needed masks for essential workers in the parks, dozens of our employees answered the call and got to work! More than 5,000 masks have been made and distributed to employees in the parks and other agencies in Fairfax County. #WeAreParksAndRec

07/14/2020

Join us at 4 pm tomorrow! The Fairfax Prevention Coalition is offering virtual trainings with "Tall Cop Says Stop" Officer Jermaine Galloway. He is regarded as one of America's top experts in drug and alcohol trneds and specializes in underage drinking and durg enforcement. (Registration link in comments.)

07/10/2020

Fairfax County Health Department

Why get a COVID-19 test?

1️⃣ To protect the people you care about: COVID-19 spreads easily from person to person and you do not want to make those around you sick.
2️⃣ To know what you need to do: whether or not you have symptoms, there are actions you must take to prevent further spread in your home and in the Fairfax community.
3️⃣ To help slow the pandemic in Fairfax: testing finds people who are positive and allows those individuals to take necessary steps to stop spreading the virus.

While a positive COVID-19 test may be inconvenient in the short-term, Fairfax County has resources available to help.

Learn more and find testing locations: https://bit.ly/2J26WJP

#FFXCOVID

07/09/2020

Self-care is so important, especially during this time. Our July calendar focusing on self-care is full of ideas and resources. Please review and share!

07/08/2020

Phase Three Re-Opening for NCS: Camp Fairfax, NCS Connects Summer and Virtual Programming

#COVID19 #summercamps #FairfaxCounty

07/08/2020

4 Things To Consider

There is no way to ensure zero risk when leaving home. In general, the more closely you interact with others and the longer that interaction, the higher the risk of #COVID19 spreading. We cannot say how risky all the activities you may wish to participate in are, but we can share four important things to consider:

1. The more people you interact with the more your risk of getting COVID-19 increases. Even if someone does not appear sick, they may have COVID-19.

2, The closer you are to other people who may be infected, the greater your risk of getting sick. Indoor spaces are more risky than outdoor spaces where it might be harder to keep people apart and there is less ventilation.

3. Spending longer time with people who may be infected increases your risk of becoming infected.

4. Spending time with people who don’t wear a cloth face mask increases the risk that they could spread infection to you.

07/06/2020

Return to School - Frequently Asked Questions for Families | Fairfax County Public Schools

Return to #School - Frequently Asked Questions for Families

https://bit.ly/2AxJnIf

#FCPS #FairfaxCounty #FairfaxCOVID

Return to School - Frequently Asked Questions for Families Questions and answers about the Fall 2020 Return to School Plan Change in Conditions | Class Size |  Comparison of In-Person and Full-Time Online Instruction |  Curriculum |  Distance Learning | Health, Safety and Mental Health | H...

07/06/2020

Trained listeners to help support you during this time! Call the COVID-19 Support Warmline at 877-349-MHAV (6428)

#mentalhealth #support #COVID19 #FairfaxCounty

07/06/2020

FCPS to Host Virtual Town Hall on July 6 | Fairfax County Public Schools

FCPS Hosting Virtual Town Hall Today
https://www.fcps.edu/news/fcps-host-virtual-town-hall-july-6

FCPS to Host Virtual Town Hall on July 6 News Release July 02, 2020 Share Page Join FCPS Superintendent Scott S. Brabrand, Assistant Superintendent for Instructional Services Sloan Presidio, and director of the office of special education procedural support Jane Strong for an FCPS virtual Town Hall....

07/06/2020

Notable New State Laws Effective July 1, 2020 - Fairfax County Government NewsCenter

Several new state laws are in effect in Virginia as of July 1, including:
• Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Protections
• Pedestrian Safety
• Firearms
• Absentee Voting
• Marijuana Decriminalization
• Confederate Monuments
DETAILS: https://bit.ly/2BSCNfQ
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Several new laws are in effect in Virginia and in Fairfax County on Wednesday, July 1. We’ve highlighted a few for you to be aware of (with Virginia House or Senate bill numbers in parentheses if you want to look up more details). 1. Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Protections This new law ...

07/05/2020

Consider donating #childcare supplies to support child care programs countywide and help provide essential services to children and families. Donations accepted through July 31. http://Bit.ly/OFC_Supplies?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

07/04/2020

Health Department Encourages Residents to Get Tested for COVID-19 | Health

Health Department Encourages Residents to Get Tested for COVID-19.
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Our Fairfax County Health Department is encouraging anyone who has symptoms or an exposure to COVID-19 to get tested right away.

There are currently nearly 30 sites offering COVID-19 testing for both insured and uninsured residents.

Details: https://bit.ly/31Fc7dw

Fairfax County, Virginia - The Fairfax County Health Department is encouraging anyone who has symptoms or an exposure to COVID-19 to get tested right away. There are currently more than 25 sites across the Fairfax Health District offering COVID-19 testing for both insured and unins

07/03/2020

The webinar recording link is now available: https://register.gotowebinar.com/recording/991979798529465356

06/30/2020

Join us TONIGHT for the first in a series of community discussions (via a webinar) about mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health within the Black community.

We will dig deeper into conversations that address the conditions of COVID-19, inequity, racism, trauma, stigma, and other factors that significantly impact the well-being of our Black community. We will also discuss what we can do, individually and collectively, to bring about meaningful and long overdue change to improve outcomes in the lives of our Black community.

This session will provide a historical and contemporary overview of how racial trauma and stigma impact the mental health and wellness of the Black community. All are invited to attend.

Register for this FREE event at bit.ly/spacetodigdeep

Our partners for this event include National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. (NCBW, NC100BW), and Fairfax County Public Schools. In Fairfax County Government the agencies include Fairfax County Health Department, Fairfax County Department of Family Services, and Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services.

Post your questions in the comments below.

06/29/2020

Join us for the first in a series of community discussions (via a webinar) about mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health within the Black community. Register for this FREE event at bit.ly/spacetodigdeep.

We will dig deeper into conversations that address the conditions of COVID-19, inequity, racism, trauma, stigma, and other factors that significantly impact the well-being of our Black community. We will also discuss what we can do, individually and collectively, to bring about meaningful and long overdue change to improve outcomes in the lives of our Black community.

This session will provide a historical and contemporary overview of how racial trauma and stigma impact the mental health and wellness of the Black community. All are invited to attend.

Our partners for this event include National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. and Fairfax County Public Schools. In Fairfax County Government the agencies include Fairfax County Health Department, Fairfax County Department of Family Services and Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services.

Post your questions in the comments below.

06/24/2020

Suicide Warning Signs

These signs may mean someone is at risk for suicide. Risk is greater if a behavior is new or has increased and seems related to a painful event, loss, or change.

- Talking about wanting to die or to kill oneself.
- Looking for a way to kill oneself, such as searching online or buying a gun.
- Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live.
- Talking about feeling trapped or unbearable pain.
- Acting anxious or agitated; behaving recklessly.
- Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge.
- Talking about being a burden to others.
- Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs.
- Sleeping too little or too much.
- Withdrawing or feeling isolated.
- Displaying extreme mood swings.

Suicide can be prevented.

Call 703-527-4077 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or text "Connect" to 855-11.

06/22/2020

We are still here, 24/7/365, and ready to help!

Our services include the following, most via Zoom for Telehealth.

Individual Therapy
Case Management / Support Coordination
Group Therapy
Psychiatric Services
Nursing Services
Pharmacy Services
Emergency Services
Detoxification Services
Homeless Drop-In
Residential Treatment
Crisis Stabilization

For more information call 703-383-8500, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

06/19/2020

Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 that word of the Emancipation Proclamation and the end of the Civil War finally reached enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, effectively marking the end of slavery in the United States.

Our offices are closed today. But, you can still reach us 24/7/365 through our Emergency Services, 703-573-5679.

Merrifield Center
8221 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
Fairfax VA 22031
(On the Lower Level)
If possible, please call ahead to 703-573-5679 to see if you can be seen via telehealth.

06/18/2020

12 LGBTQ+ Books for Tweens | Library

Celebrate Pride Month with recommended reads for ages 10-14 available in Fairfax County Public Library’s digital collection.

https://bit.ly/3eemXKF

#books #LGBTQ+ #PrideMonth #teens #tweens

Fairfax County, Virginia - Celebrate Pride Month this June with 12 recommended reads for tweens ages 10-14 available in Fairfax County Public...

06/18/2020

Coronavirus Updates and a Discussion About Racial Equity -- “Connect with County Leaders” Podcast

Listen to Fairfax County Executive Bryan Hill discuss updates on the coronavirus in Fairfax County and county government operations, and racial equity in the wake of recent national events.

The “Connect with County Leaders” podcast is a regular opportunity to meet and connect with Fairfax County leaders, to learn about the latest county news and information, and hear more on specific Fai

06/18/2020

Ensuring Children's Sense of Safety | Fairfax County Public Schools

The current climate of divisiveness, anger, and fear in this country is having a significant impact on many children and adults. Read the latest blog on ensuring children's sense of safety from Fairfax County Public Schools and Fairfax County Government.

https://www.fcps.edu/blog/ensuring-childrens-sense-safety

#FFXCounty #FFXStrong

Ensuring Children's Sense of Safety By FCPS & Fairfax County Government Healthy Minds June 15, 2020 Share Page The current climate of divisiveness, anger, and fear in this country is having a significant impact on many children and adults. Feelings of uncertainty and lack of safety are particularly....

06/18/2020

We forgot to share our helpful calendar earlier this month - sorry about that! Please read, use, and share!

06/15/2020

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY in Alexandria, VA:

Interested in helping support our work with individuals experiencing homeless? Join us (as we social distance) at the Gartlan Center to help organize the personal care and clothing pantry for the PATH (Project for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness) program.

Email Evette Watson at [email protected] to with questions and to register to volunteer.

Location: 8119 Holland Road Alexandria, Virginia 22306

06/11/2020

Reimagining America: Discussions on Race, Justice and Social Protest

A 3-Part Series – Reimagining America: Discussions on Race, Justice and Social Protest

https://bit.ly/2BPsDMU
#race #justice #understanding

This virtual 3-part series will seek to strengthen viewers ability to better understand the Black experience and encourage thinking critically...

06/09/2020

Read the latest blog on 5 Tips to Promote Positive Mental Health (Link in comments)

06/09/2020

Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) | Health

Visit our Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) page for the latest updates, ways to keep you and your family healthy, information about what to do if you get sick, COVID-19 materials, and more: https://bit.ly/314rklI

#FFXCOVID #COVID19

#FFXCOVID

Fairfax County, Virginia - Information and updates about Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

06/08/2020

COVID-19 Language Portal | COVID19

Fairfax County Government's COVID-19 Language Portal provides information in these languages:

Spanish / Español
Vietnamese / Tiếng Việt
Korean / 한국어
Chinese / 中文
Arabic / العربية
Urdu / اردو
Farsi / فارسی
American Sign Language
Other Languages

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/covid19/language-portal

Fairfax County, Virginia - Select information about COVID-19 translated into top languages spoken in Fairfax County.