Many county residents are already playing a role in preventing child abuse, strengthening families and creating great childhoods in this community. You can help too! Check out upcoming events, available resources and learn about FY18 successes of child abuse and neglect prevention efforts.

Sexual violence is a major public health, human rights, and social justice issue that has no place in homes, neighborhoods, schools or workplaces. This year’s theme Be.the.One. Believe Survivors focuses on how community members can support survivors of sexual assault by listening to their stories, letting them control their next steps, and helping them feel validated. Join upcoming events happening throughout April to raise awareness.

Beginning Jan. 1, 2019, more adults living in Virginia will have access to quality low cost health care coverage. Eligibility is based on income: a single adult making up to $16,754, or a parent in a family of three making up to $28,677. Applications accepted after Nov. 1, 2018.

The term domestic violence strikes a different chord in all of us; this much was evident during a recent Father Engagement Unit Dads’ Parenting Group. The unit took advantage of October being Domestic Violence Awareness Month to tackle this tough subject matter with the men in the group, many of whom have direct experience with the issue.