Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board

CONTACT INFORMATION: Emergency - 703-573-5679 / Detox - 703-502-7000 (24/7)
703-383-8500 TTY 711
8221 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
Fairfax, Virginia 22031
Daryl Washington
Executive Director

Building a Healthier Future: Prevention is Key

Substance use disorders and mental health issues can be scary and confusing. But the adage remains true that knowledge is power. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), research-based prevention programs can significantly reduce early use of tobacco, alcohol and other drugs. Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) supports a primary prevention approach to promote positive mental health.

Locally, the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) plays an active role in the prevention efforts of the Fairfax community. The Wellness, Health Promotion and Prevention (WHPP) team strengthens our community’s emotional health and ability to handle mental health and substance use challenges through trainings, workshops, presentations, and campaigns.

Attend a Health & Wellness Training

The CSB is proud to offer a series of educational programs designed to support the well-being of individuals, families and communities. These sessions focus on mental health, substance use prevention, and strategies to build resilience and save lives.

  • Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES)

    Gain a deeper understanding of how early adversity affects brain development, long term health and resilience. Learn what we can do—individually and collectively—to promote well-being across the lifespan.

  • Mental Health First Aid

    This course introduces risk factors and warning signs of mental health issues, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention, and teaches how to help someone who is in crisis or experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge.

  • Opioid Overdose and Naloxone Education

    Learn how to recognize the sign of an opioid overdose and how to safely administer naloxone to reverse a heroin/opioid overdose.

  • Talk. They hear you.

    Designed for parents and caregivers of children, teens, and young adults for having open, ongoing conversations about underage drinking and substance use.

  • Question. Persuade. Refer. (QPR)

    Learn three simple yet powerful steps anyone can use to help prevent suicide and support someone in emotional distress.

A graphic with the header 'Knowledge is Power' and duplication of the list of five programs immediately above with the words 'Wellness, Health Promotion and Prevention' on the bottom.

Looking for ways to support mental health, prevent suicide and reduce substance misuse in your community? Here are a few ways to engage, connect and take action:

Join a Community Group

  • Suicide Prevention Alliance of Northern Virginia (SPAN)

    A regional coalition of CSBs and community partners working together to raise awareness and share resources to prevent suicide.

  • Fairfax Prevention Coalition

    A partnership of parents, youth, schools, healthcare providers, government agencies, law enforcement, faith-based organizations, media, nonprofits, businesses, policymakers and volunteers, working together to combat substance misuse in our community.

Utilize Additional Resources

To Access CSB Services

Contact Information

For media inquiries, contact CSBCommunications@fairfaxcounty.gov.

 

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