Updated 5/26/2010
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Early Steps Resources List
Prince Edward County, Meherrin, Cumberland, Farmville, Rice, Buckingham, and Amelia
Resources for Additional Referrals to Child, Family, and Community Supports
Dial 2-1-1: Free and confidential information about health care, counseling, food, housing, and employment.
2-1-1
www.211us.org (online search engine)
United Way- Prince Edward County: Provides services that help improve success in school (through tutoring,
mentoring), child development, finances (through job/life skills, legal help), and that promote mental and physical
health (by offering day care, sexual assault/abuse prevention, and prescription assistance). Services are also
available for Spanish-speaking families.
P.O. Box 122, Farmville, VA 23901
United Way – Greater Richmond & Petersburg: provides information and support relating to health, income
(stable housing and finances), education (assisting youth achievement), and family well-being.
(804) 771-5820
P.O. Box 11807
Richmond, VA 23230
http://www.yourunitedway.org/About_Us.php
Department of Social Services: Offers support for medical insurance, child welfare, domestic issues, public
assistance, and food stamps.
Prince Edward: 111 South Street, Farmville, VA 23901
(434) 392-3113
Farmville: 115 East 3rd Street, Farmville VA
(434) 392-8453
Cumberland (including Bremo Bluff): 1550 Anderson Highway, Cumberland, VA 23040
(804) 492-4915
Nottoway: 288 West Courthouse Road, Nottoway, VA 23955
(434) 645-8494
Amelia: 16360 Dunn St. #201, Amelia Court House, VA 23002
(804) 561-2681
Mental Health Supports
Community Services Board (CSB) - Crossroads: provides mental health, crisis, and substance abuse, and
support services – for counties of Prince Edward, Amelia, Buckingham, Charlotte, Cumberland, Lunenburg, and
Nottoway.
Address: 11387 Courthouse Road, Lunenburg, VA
Website: http://www.crossroadscsb.org
Support Services: Offers residential services, Day support programs, case management, support
for employment, and summer camps
(434) 392-5920
Clinical Services: Offers mental health support, through psychosocial rehabilitation programs and
homes, child and adolescent services, mentoring and home-based programs, as well as substance
abuse services.
Emergency Services (24 hours): 1-800-548-1688. Intake and Referral: 1-866-307-0370
Prevention Services: Provides services through Piedmont Healthy Families
(434) 392-9461
Administrative Services: Offers information about job listings/applications, and legal assistance
(434) 392-7049
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Community Services Board (CSB) –Cumberland Mountain: provides services to support, mental health, crisis,
substance abuse, and Mental Retardation – for Cumberland Mountain County (and Buchanan, Russel and
Tazewell Counties).
Address: P.O. Box 810, Cedar Bluff, VA 24609
Phone numbers (all operate 24 hours/day): (276) 964-6702/toll free: (800) 347-4939
Main Website: http://www.cmcsb.com
Prevention Services: Provides services for youth and adults at risk for alcohol and drug abuse) –
with the aim of creating programs in communities and schools that promote individuals’ success –
by advocating policies and procedures in schools, families, and the community.
Phone: (276) 964-6702
Email, Lori Gates-Addison: [email protected]
Website (includes links with helpful information for parents and about mental health issues):
http://www.cmcsb.com/prevention.htm
Free Clinic of Central Virginia: Provides primary medical, nursing, dental, and pharmaceutical services for
individuals in Central Virginia who have inadequate support from or access to resources for their health care
needs. Services include diet and nutrition counseling, lab work, health education classes, and support groups.
1016 Main Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504
(434) 847-5866
Website: [email protected]
Email: www.fccv.net
Child & Family Psychiatry at University of Virginia: Provides services for social, emotional, and behavioral
(ADHD) difficulties, as well as eating disorders – for children, adolescents, and families.
One Boar’s Head Lane, 310 Old Ivy Way, Charlottesville, VA
(434) 243-6950
Crisis Support
9-1-1: Dial “9-1-1” for immediate assistance for all emergencies.
Crisis Line of Central Virginia: Provides 24-hour per day services (through mentoring and referral) to
individuals who need to talk in times of need.
(434) 947-4357, 1-888-947-7273 or (434) 947-7422
Suicide Hotline
800-784-2433/800-273-8255
Sexual Assault Resource Agency (SARA)
24-hr hotline: (434) 977-7273
Office: (434) 295-727
www.sexualassaultresources.org/
Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence
1-800-838-8238 (24-hour hotline)
Virginia Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-838-8238
Virginia Child Abuse Hotline
1-800-552-7096 (24/7 hotline for all Virginia residents)
Madison House Help-Line: Anonymous and confidential support for residents of Charlottesville and Albemarle
County, operated by students at the University of Virginia.
(434) 295-8255
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Medical/Health Assistance
University of Virginia Medical Center/Hospital:
1215 Lee Street
Charlottesville, VA 22908-0816
(434) 924-8315 (Contact for information about services and your care)
(434) 924-1122 (Contact for general information and directions)
(434) 924-2713 (Social Work department; contact for counseling, discharge planning, and support from
local services).
Family Access to Medical Insurance Security (FAMIS) & FAMIS MOMS: Assists the uninsured in obtaining
insurance for children and for pregnant women who are eligible citizens: No enrollment costs, although some
services may require a co-pay for $2-$5; income-eligible program (must receive income/be employed to be eligible
for free enrollment and other fee reductions)
Office phone (translation available): 1-866-87FAMIS
FAMIS outreach services in Charlottesville: (434) 972-1706 – line of Jennifer Zadory
Free Clinic of Central Virginia: Provides primary medical, nursing, dental, and pharmaceutical services for
individuals in Central Virginia who have inadequate support from or access to resources for their health care
needs. Services include diet and nutrition counseling, lab work, health education classes, and support groups.
1016 Main Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504
(434) 847-5866
Website: [email protected]
Email: www.fccv.net
Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation services offer programs and locations that allow participation in aquatics, athletics, summer
camps, and therapeutic services.
Farmville Parks
(434) 392-2136
http://www.farmvilleva.com/travel-tourism/parks-a-recreation
Farmville Recreation
116 N. Main Street, Farmville, VA 23901
http://www.farmvilleva.com/departments/recreation
Southside Virginia Family YMCA: Non-profit organization offering family programs and activities (such as
sports teams, camps, and educational programs).
404 East 3rd Street, Farmville, VA 23901
(434) 392-5214
www.soutsidevafamilyymca.org
Youth Support and Mentoring Services
Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lynchburg: Offers programs for developing social skills, leadership, careers,
health, and offers sports/recreation activities.
Lynchburg, VA 24504
(434) 846-1111
http://www.bgclynchburg.org
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Virginia: Community-Based Mentor Program for Promoting positive
relationships and offering activities; pairs individuals with a trained and caring adult mentor. Also offers a
Hispanic Mentoring Program.
2901 Lanhorne Road, Lynchburg, VA 24501
(434) 528-0400
Website: http://www.bigcva.org
Email: [email protected]
YMCA Summer Day Camp Programs: Provides children with an opportunity to grow and form relationships
while having fun and learning responsibility – through outdoor activities, and skill-building. **Several camp
locations are available.
1800 Dickinson Road, Goochland, VA 23063
(804) 556-9887
Child Care
Head Start: Federally-funded preschool program for children 3 to 5 years old. Service provides education to
meet children’s social, emotional, intellectual, health, nutritional, and psychological needs.
Head Start at HOPE Community Services
103 South Main St., Farmville, VA 23901
(434)-315-8990
Stepping Stones Preschool and Childcare: Provides quality and affordable day care, with monthly fees
depending on children’s age.
821 Longwood Avenue, Farmville, VA 23901
www.sspreschool.com
(434) 392-1738
New Creations Day Care: Works jointly with Social Services to provide quality day care – offering financial
assistance when needed.
407 Griffin Blvd, Farmville, VA 23901
(434) 392-9646
Southside Virginia Family YMCA Child Watch
404 East Third Street, P.O. Box 95, Farmville, VA 23901
(434) 392-3456
or (434) 392-5214
Developmental Delay Assessments and Services
A developmental delay is a later-than-typical growth in any of the following areas of development: physical,
cognitive, speech/ language, social/emotional, and self-help. The following services can help determine if a delay
is present, and provide services to nurture the individual’s strengths to improve these areas of functioning.
Infant & Toddler Connection of Planning District 14: Provides an early intervention program designed to
stimulate infants and toddlers in an enriched learning environment. Fees are based on ability to pay.
201 N. Main St, 3rd floor – at Longwood University, Farmville, VA 23901
(434) 395-2967
Kluge Children’s Rehabilitation Center: Provides nutrition services for a variety of developmental or health
problems and disabilities.
The Children’s Medical Center at the University of Virginia, 2270 Ivy Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 924-8193/ (434) 924-0211/ (434) 924-5161
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Protection and Shelter: Relief from Domestic Violence
Domestic abuse may include emotional or verbal abuse, denial of access to resources or money, restraint of normal
activities or freedom, sexual coercion or assault, threats to kill or harm, and physical intimidation or attacks. Help
is available if you seek information or services for these issues.
S.A.F.E.: Provides emergency shelter, relief, and support to families struggling with domestic violence.
(540) 825-8891
Madeline’s House (Southside Center for Violence Prevention): Provides a safe haven and support for
individuals and families experiencing domestic and sexual abuse. Services are free of charge, for Counties of
Cumberland, Prince Edward, Nottoway, Lunenberg, Mecklenburg, Amelia, Bernswick, Buckingham, Charlotte,
Dinwiddie, Halifax, and Powhatan.
P.O. Box 563, Farmville, VA 23901
888-819-2926 (hotline, open 24 hrs every day/ (434) 292-1077 (office)
MACAA-Monticello Area Community Action Agency: Hope House offers free, emergency, shelter to
individuals in need.
1025 Park Street, Charlottesville, VA 22901
(434) 295-3171
Shelter for Help in Emergency (SHE): Emergency support and shelter for youth and adults facing domestic
violence (physical/emotional abuse or other forms of violence).
1415 Sachem Place, Suite 5, Charlottesville, VA 22901-2496
(434) 293-8509 (24-hour hotline for crisis)
(434) 293-6155 (office)/(434) 963-5676 (main)
www.shelterforhelpinemergency.org
Sheltering Arms Homeless Shelter: Offers free shelter (over 40 beds) for stay, food, and clothes.
454 Madison Road, Orange, VA 22960
(540) 672-6210
Substance Abuse Services
Community Services Board (CSB): Provides support and resources to assist issues related to substance use and
abuse.
Crossroads CSB: Offers high quality substance abuse services through support groups (meetings),
rehabilitation programs, and supportive residential living services.
Emergency Services (24-hr): 1-800-548-1688
Intake and Referral: 1-866-307-0370
Cumberland Mountain CSB: Offers high quality substance abuse services to residents of Buchanan,
Russell, and Tazwell, through community based outpatient services (offered in 4 clinics), prevention
services, and medically supervised detoxification for individuals in need to support environment
Main Phone: (276) 964-6702
Housing Assistance
The following agencies provide shelter, emergency housing, subsidized rentals, and help with home buying.
Hope Community Services Incorporated, HIP Program: Provides housing assistance through the Head Start
Program – serving Amelia, Appomattox, Buckingham, Charlotte, Cumberland, Goochland, Nottoway, Lunenburg,
Prince Edward. A repayment plan will be established based upon ability to pay.
103 South Main Street, Farmville, VA 23901
(434) 315-8990
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Job Training and Employment Placement
These services provide training and employment counseling to disadvantaged and disabled individuals, who are
seeking to become more independent and self-sufficient. All services are free of charge.
AtWork Personnel Services
1102 South Main Street, Farmville, VA 23901
(434) 392-3149
Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) - Farmville Branch
223 Sunchase Boulevard, Farmville, VA 23901-2993
Virginia Workforce Center
225 – B Industrial Park Road, Farmville, VA 23901
(434) 391-1246
Food Assistance
Faces Food Pantry: Distributes food to families in need, and also assists clients in applying for food stamps
(at the FACES Help Desk – at below address). Please contact number below for more information.
416 South Street, Farmville, VA 23901
(434) 392-6277 /(434) 392-3588
http://www.facesfoodpantry.org
Daily Bread, Inc.: Provides free nutritious meals to families in need.
1713 West Third Street, Farmville, VA 23901
(434) 392-1015
Organics for All Inc.
8384 Bridgeport Road, Arvonia, VA 23004
Lynchburg Area Food Bank
2029 For Avenye, Lynchburg, VA 24501
(434) 845-4099
Cumberland Food Services: provides food services and training and sheltered employment for individuals
with disabilities
P.O. Box 810, Route 19, Cedar Bluff, VA 24609
(276) 964-4077
Email: [email protected]
Legal Services
Virginia Legal Aid Society-Farmville: Offers legal services free to clients, with fees varying based on family
income.
104 High Street, Farmville, VA 23901-1861
Hotline/Toll-Free: 800-552-7676
Office: (434) 392-8108
Website: www.vlas.org
Central Virginia Legal Aid Society Inc.: Provides free civil assistance to individuals with low-income or to
those who are experiencing legal problems.
101 West Broad Street, Suite 101, P.O. Box 12206, Richmond, VA 23241-2206
800-868-1012
Website: www.cvlas.org