Mental Health America of Central Virginia
 (formerly the Mental Health Association of Central Virginia)
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Action Family Services, Inc.
104A Homestead Drive
Forest, VA 24551
434-316-0026    Fax: 434-316-0026
Brandi Creasy, LPC & Dan West, LPC: Directors
Home-based counseling services

Alzheimer's Disease & Related Disorders Association
605 Clay Street
Lynchburg, Va. 24504
434-845-8540 or 1-866-868-8444 Fax: 434-845-8378
www.alz.org
Aids families in caring for patients with Alzheimer's Disease or other types of dementia.  Helps the family learn about the disease and how to cope with the stress of caring for these terminally ill patients through resource information.  Educational programs are offered featuring speakers in medical, social service and legal professions.

Amherst Counseling Center
Central Virginia Community Services
P.O. Box 926
114 Lexington Turnpike
Amherst, VA. 24521
434-946-2316 or 434-946-7002 Fax: 434-946-9646
Offers mental health services; individual group therapy; case management; medication evaluation and management.

Appomattox Counseling Center
P.O. Box 118
Appomattox, VA. 24522
434-352-8239 or 434-352-3095 Fax: 434-352-8230
Program Manager: Beth B. Ulrich

Centra PACE - A program of all-inclusive care for the elderly
434-200-6516 to set up intake appointment
PACE is a comprehensive program for adults 55 years of age and older who meet the criteria for nursing facility placement, prefer to stay at home and have an assessment indicating that living at home with the support of the PACE program is a safe alternative.
http://www.centrahealth.com/services/pace.aspx

Central Virginia Community Services
Case Management (Mental Health and Intellectual Disability)

2235 Landover Place
Lynchburg, Virginia 24501
434-847-8065 Fax: 434-847-6094
Jane Pitts: Program Manager
Case management for service coordination for persons with intellectual disabilities and/or mental illness living in the community; discharge planning to persons coming out of state facilities; consultation and education. County residents may be served from their county counseling centers.

The Counseling Center
c/o Family Alliance

2600 Memorial Ave., Suite 201
Lynchburg, Va. 24501
434-845-5944 ext. 255 Fax: 434-845-0840
www.alliancecva.org

The Counseling Center provides counseling to individuals, children, adolescents, couples, and families.  Counseling scholarships are available.  We also offer: Children in the Middle and For the Kids' Sake - Parenting classes for families experiencing a divorce.  The goal of these programs is to help the children, not re-unify the couple.  Anger Management - A 10 week, highly interactive program allowing participants to assess their anger, its roots, and plan for situations that are difficult to manage.

Consumer Credit Counseling Service
Family Alliance

2600 Memorial Ave., Suite 201
Lynchburg, Va. 24501
434-847-4447 ext. 235 Fax: 434-845-0840
www.alliancecva.org

The Consumer Credit Counseling Service will (at no charge) assess your financial situation and help you establish budgeting goals and set-up a realistic budget.  We also offer the debt management plan, which consolidates bills and helps participants regain control as they pay off their debts.


Couples and Kids: A Counseling Center for Families

110 Vista Centre Drive
Forest, Va. 24551
434-316-9339 Fax: 434-316-7025
www.couplesandkids.com

Norma S. White, LPC, LMFT: Director
Offers Group Programs: Healthy Divorce: For the Kids; Anger Management; Children's Groups; Parenting Education; Healthy Relationships; Domestic Violence; Drug and Alcohol Education.

Crisis Line of Central Virginia
Business Office
1900 Tate Springs Road, Suite 8
Lynchburg, VA 24501

Administration: 434-947-5921 Fax: 434-947-5501
www.crisislineofcentralvirginia.org
Joyce Sachs: Executive Director
Confidential 24-hour telephone crisis intervention and referral service for the mental and physical well-being of all age groups in the Lynchburg area.  Assists victims of sexual assault with crisis intervention, companion services and support groups.  Provides prevention services through direct interaction, educational materials and presentations.
Hotlines:

Crisis Line: 24/7
Crisis Line is dedicated to providing assistance and crisis intervention. We will support, refer, assist in prevention, and provide educational services to individuals seeking community information or help for their own or their family’s emotional, physical, and mental well being.
434-947-4357 (HELP)
Out of Area: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
 

Sexual Assault Response Program: 24/7
SARP gives 24 hour face to face and help-line assistance to children, teens, and adults who have been sexually abused and/or assaulted.  SARP is a major referral source for the criminal justice system, child protective services, forensics nurses, schools, and health care agencies.  SARP offers direct victim assistance through an array of services from crisis intervention and advocacy during initial emergency room exams throughout treatment, court proceedings, support groups, and the overall recovery process.  SARP also provides awareness and educational programs to area schools, businesses, allied professionals, and the general public.
434-947-7273
Out of Area: 1-888-947-7273

Teen Talk: 24/7
Teen Talk is a help-line that provides youth with a place to receive non-judgmental  answers to serious questions or concerns.  Included in these concerns are issues regarding suicide, abuse, sex, sexually transmitted diseases, drugs, pregnancy, violence, and other issues that affect the well being of teens.
434-947-7277
Out of Area: 1-888-299-7277

Chatterline: M-F 3:00-6:00pm.
Chatterline is a telephone service for all children of elementary age.  It is geared for children who are home alone after school and need someone to talk to, a listening ear, or assistance with homework assignments.  Chatterline is also for emergencies or for children who just want a safe place to check in.  It provides reassurance, support services, and if necessary emergency help to young children who need a friend. Except in emergencies, these calls are anonymous and confidential.
434-947-5437 (KIDS)
Out of Area: 1-888-670-5437

TeleCare: M-F
TeleCare is a free call out program that serves area homebound residents.  Caring workers provide daily phone contact to homebound or elderly residents to check on their physical and emotional well-being. TeleCare exists to help those who live alone feel secure in their independence.
434-947-5921

Domestic Violence Prevention Center
c/o YWCA - Domestic Violence Prevention Center
626 Church Street
Lynchburg, Va. 24504
434-528-1041
www.lynchburgywca.org
Sheila Andrews: Director
Provides support, programs and counseling for victims of domestic violence.

The Free Clinic of Central Virginia, Inc.
1016 Main Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
434- 847- 5866
Robert (Bob) Barlow: Executive Director
www.fccv.net
The Free Clinic of Central Virginia, Inc. is dedicated to the belief that everyone should have access to health care services. 

Hospice of the Hills
3300 Rivermont avenue
Lynchburg, Va. 24503
434-947-3204
Susan Davidson, RN: Director
Active home care, symptom control, bereavement program and spiritual support for terminally ill patients and their families.

New Land Samaritan Inns, Inc. (The Gateway)
300 12th Street
Lynchburg, Va. 24504
434-846-3311 Fax: 434-845-6368
E-mail: newlandsam2@att.net
Stephanie Beckner, M.Ed.: Program Director
Transitional Living facility for homeless men in recovery.  Non emergency; must have referral.

The Parent and Family Center
c/o Family Alliance

2600 Memorial Ave., Suite 201
Lynchburg, Va. 24501
434-845-5944 ext. 243 Fax: 434-845-0840
www.alliancecva.org

The Parent and Family Center provides and creates opportunities for strengthening positive family interactions and connections.  We also help our community find and use nurturing tools to build strong, secure family circles.  Our services include:
*Parenting Classes
*Parent Aide Mentor Program
*Educational Seminars/Workshops
*Child Abuse Prevention Center
*The Fatherhood Initiative
*Parent Networks
*Family Enrichment Activities
*Lending Book and Video Library

Piedmont Psychiatric Center
Virginia Baptist Hospital
Lynchburg, Va. 24503
434-200-5999
www.centrahealth.com

Mental Health Services for adults

RTS Bereavement Services of Centra Health (formerly Resolve Through Sharing)
RTS Bereavement Parent Support Group
Va. Baptist Hospital
3300 Rivermont Ave.
Lynchburg, Va. 24502
434-947-4642 or 434-947-4568
Fax: 434-947-7458
Evelyn Harker: Chief Administrator
Pregnancy and Infant loss support group meets the 3rd Tuesday monthly.

VA Lynchburg Clinic
1600 Lakeside Dr
Lynchburg, VA 24501
434-316-5000
Provides basic medical and mental health care to eligible veterans in Central Virginia.

YWCA / Violence Intervention Program (VIF)
626 Church Street
Lynchburg, Va. 24504
434-847-7751 Fax: 434-528-3449
www.lynchburgywca.org
Susan Harrison: Executive Director
Sheila Andrews: Shelter Director
Kristin Alley: Program Coordinator
Psycho-educational program for men who batter.

 

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