Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board

April is Alcohol Awareness Month. It’s a time to talk openly about alcohol use and where to find help.The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) offers many services for people who want to make changes in their relationship with alcohol. Whether you are just starting to wonder about your drinking or if you need more support, we are here to help at every step.Entry, Assessment and ReferralThe first step is reaching out to our Entry, Assessment and Referral (EAR) team. EAR helps people figure out what kind of support they may need. Staff listen without judgement, ask questions, and guide you to the right services, whether that’s with the CSB or with another provider.The goal is to make it easy to begin the journey toward better health. You don’t need a diagnosis or a referral—just reach out.Behavioral Health Outpatient ProgramThe CSB’s Behavioral Health Outpatient Program (BHOP) supports people who want to reduce or stop their alcohol use while still living at home.Through BHOP services, people meet with counselors to learn healthier coping skills, understand triggers and build a support system. Services can include individual therapy, group therapy and case management. This program is a good fit for people who want structured help without entering a hospital or residential setting.Detox servicesFor some people, stopping alcohol use can cause withdrawal symptoms. Detox services provide short-term, medically supervised support to help people safely stop drinking. Staff monitor health, offer medications if needed and give emotional support. Detox is not a long-term treatment plan. But it is an important step for many people. Once detox is complete, staff will connect you the next level of care.Residential treatmentSome people need a place where they can step away from their daily environment and focus fully on recovery.Residential treatment provides 24/7 support from trained staff. People in this program receive counseling, learn new skills and create a plan for long-term recovery. This setting is structured, supportive and designed to help you build a strong foundation for the future.Peer Outreach Response TeamThe Peer Outreach Response Team (PORT) supports people experiencing recent overdose or other serious challenges with substance use by offering outreach, guidance and peer-based support.The PORT team is made up of Certified Peer Recovery Specialists. These specialists have lived experience of overcoming substance use disorder and understand what recovery can look like. They provide recovery planning, navigation to treatment and other services, and encouragement toward making changes toward recovery.PORT meets with people by phone, in community settings such as coffee shops, and in service settings such as courts, residential treatment, jail, and hospitals. It offers long-term, flexible support to help you stay engaged in your recovery journey.You are not aloneIf you or someone you care about is struggling with alcohol use, help is available. You may also take a brief confidential survey at Aiberry - Digital MindCare.Recovery is possible, and many people in our community have taken these steps and built healthier, more hopeful lives. The CSB is here to guide you, support you and walk beside you—one step at a time.Contact the CSBTo access these services, call the CSB’s Entry, Assessment and Referral Unit at 703-383-8500 TTY 771. They are open Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For emergency mental health or substance use issues, walk-in services are available 24/7 at the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health or call 703-573-5679 TTY 711. Contact for media inquiries: CSBCommunications@fairfaxcounty.gov

Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Charmain Jeffrey McKay recently presented a proclamation recognizing March 2026 as Developmental Disabilities Inclusion Month in Fairfax County. The Proclamation is also signed by Rachna Sizemore Heizer, Supervisor of the Braddock District and Chairman of the Health and Human Services Committee.Through The Arc of Northern Virginia, Corey, a longtime Northern Virginia Resident, expresses gratitude to for this proclamation. Corey also shares his personal experiences and contributions to an inclusive community. He reminds us that when we support and invest in inclusion, "together we build a community where everyone belongs, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive."  Find the full proclamation and message of thanks in this video:  The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board Developmental Disabilities (DD) services make sure individuals and families have the support they need to thrive — whether it’s navigating a new diagnosis, looking for resources or managing long-term care. Learn more about DD Services and how to find support. The Department of Family Services Disabilities Rights and Resources team is also available to provide technical assistance on disability-related questions and share information about resources for people with disabilities. They also collaborate with the Fairfax Area Disability Services Board to promote accessibility and inclusion in Fairfax County. For media inquiries, contact CSBCommunications@fairfaxcounty.gov.

Public-private partnership expands accessCommunity leaders from Northern Virginia and across the Commonwealth gathered today to celebrate the ribbon-cutting and opening of the Northern Virginia Adolescent Treatment Center, a new 16-bed residential facility dedicated to adolescents facing substance use and behavioral health challenges.The center reflects a partnership between Acadia Healthcare, the Northern Virginia Community Services Boards (CSBs), Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority (OAA) and the Northern Virginia Regional Projects Office to expand access to specialized adolescent services in Northern Virginia and ensure young people can receive high acuity care close to home.Across Virginia and the nation, families are navigating rising rates of adolescent anxiety, depression, substance use and co-occurring conditions.“We are expanding access to behavioral health services for adolescents by delivering evidence-based, trauma-informed residential treatment in a secure environment designed to promote stability and recovery,” said Kerrie Laughlin, Executive Director of the Northern Virginia Adolescent Treatment Center. “Guided by our purpose to Lead Care with Light, we are committed to inspiring hope and improving lives by illuminating paths to healing for the adolescents and families we serve.”The center recently achieved Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), underscoring its commitment to clinical quality and excellence.“We’re excited to be a collaborative partner in this opportunity to offer much needed services to youth and families in a space that’s closer to home for Northern Virginians. Proximity of quality services affords greater family involvement, continuity of care, and smoother reintegration into school and community life, and these components are essential to successful outcomes for many program participants,” shared Barbara E. Wadley-Young, PhD, MSW, Acting Executive Director Fairfax-Falls Church CSB.For more, visit Northern Virginia Adolescent Treatment Center. Daryl Washington, Commissioner of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, and Kathy Smith, Supervisor for the Sully District on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, joined Kerrie Laughlin, Executive Director of the Northern Virginia Adolescent Treatment Center, along with leaders from across Northern Virginia, to cut the ribbon on the 16‑bed co‑ed residential facility. This facility expands access to critical behavioral health services for adolescents ages 12–17. About Acadia Healthcare Acadia is a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services across the United States. As of December 31, 2025, Acadia operated a network of 277 behavioral healthcare facilities with over 12,500 beds in 40 states and Puerto Rico. With approximately 25,000 employees serving more than 84,000 patients daily, Acadia is the largest stand-alone behavioral healthcare company in the U.S. Acadia provides behavioral healthcare services to its patients in a variety of settings, including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, specialty treatment facilities, residential treatment centers and outpatient clinics.About the Northern Virginia Regional Projects Office The Northern Virginia Regional Projects Office (NVRPO) manages and oversees regional initiatives for the CBSs in Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Region 2. The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board is part of Region 2. For media inquiries, contact:Acadia Healthcare: Eric Barnes, Eric.barnes@acadiahealthcare.comFairfax-Falls Church CSB: CSBCommunications@fairfaxcounty.gov

Fairfax County has finalized the purchase of a property at 14554 Lee Road in Chantilly for the expansion of an Adult Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) to an Adult Crisis Receiving and Stabilization Center (CRSC). The expanded facility will provide an alternative to psychiatric hospitalization for adults who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis and will offer treatment for those who also need safe withdrawal from substances. This purchase will provide space to expand the existing 16-bed adult CSU and offer walk-in behavioral health services and 23-hour observation. The expansion of services will make use of existing, undeveloped building space and would comply with existing zoning uses granted for the facility. Once opened, the CRSC will provide services to people 18 years of age and older who are not experiencing an acute or urgent medical condition. Services may be offered beginning in late 2027, contingent upon planning and construction. The existing 16-bed adult CSU will continue to operate during the construction period.Read the full story and learn more about crisis services.