Rappahannock Social Services

05/26/2026

This Father’s Day weekend, join us for DADventure Day — a free outdoor adventure experience designed to encourage connection, communication, and quality time between youth and the positive male role models in their lives. 🌲💚

Fathers, grandfathers, stepdads, foster dads, uncles, mentors, and father figures from Orange, Madison, Culpeper, Fauquier, and Rappahannock Counties are invited to enjoy a fun-filled day with youth ages 7–17 at Verdun Adventure Bound!

📅 June 20, 2026
⏰ 9 AM – 3 PM
📍 Verdun Adventure Bound – Rixeyville, VA

🍔 Free lunch provided
🚐 Transportation assistance available if needed

🎟 Registration required:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dadventure-day-2026-tickets-1989831244818

📞 Questions? Call (540) 948-5521

05/22/2026

Rappahannock DSS had a great time participating in RCES DARE Day! ☀️🕶️

Thank you to RCES and the school staff for inviting us to be part of such a fun and positive event. We loved connecting with students and helping celebrate bright futures ahead! 💙✨

05/21/2026

☀️ Virginia SUN Bucks is back for Summer 2026! 🍎🥪

Eligible children may receive a one-time $120 nutrition benefit to help families purchase groceries during the summer months.

Your child may automatically qualify if your household receives:
✔️ SNAP
✔️ TANF
✔️ Income-based Medicaid

Families who are not automatically enrolled are encouraged to check eligibility and apply online.

🛒 Benefits can be used to buy foods like:
🥦 Fruits & vegetables
🥩 Meat
🥛 Dairy products
🌾 Whole grains

📅 Benefits will begin issuing June 2026 and continue through August based on eligibility and application timing.

🔗 Learn more or apply at: VirginiaSUNBucks.com
📞 Call Center: 866-513-1414 (June 15 – August 31, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.)

Please share to help spread the word to families in our community! 💛

05/18/2026

PARENTS! Reynolds is excited to announce that we will be providing a FREE after school children's ministry for the 2026-27 school year.

This ministry will be Monday - Friday from 3:30 - 5 PM and available to children from Kindergarten - 5th grade. Transportation will be provided to the church.

Register by July 1st at reynoldschurch.org 🧒 👶 👧

05/17/2026

05/12/2026

05/08/2026

We’re closing out our Elder Abuse Awareness Spirit Week in a sea of purple! 💜

Thank you to all of our staff and community members who participated throughout the week to help raise awareness, spark conversations, and show support for older adults in our community. From the office to those joining in while away at conferences and out in the field, your participation meant so much.

Together, we stand for respect, dignity, and protection for our elders — not just this week, but every day. 💜

05/07/2026

🎩🧢 Hats off to our elders! Today we’re topping off Elder Abuse Awareness Spirit Week with Hat Day as we celebrate the wisdom, strength, and stories of older adults in our community. . A special shoutout to our staff who still joined in on the fun while away at a work conference — the spirit week dedication is strong! 💜 Join us in raising awareness and showing respect for the generations who paved the way!

05/06/2026

Rappahannock County! Come update your immunizations at the Spring Immunization Clinic on May 12. Hosted by the Rappahannock Rural Health Initiative. See flyer below for more information or to see how to schedule your appointment in advance to save time. Or just show up!

05/05/2026

We’re bringing the energy for Elder Abuse Awareness Spirit Week with Sunglasses Day and Animal Print! While we’re having fun, we’re also shining a light on something serious—protecting and respecting our older adults.

Join us in standing up, speaking out, and showing support all week long 💜