For those involved with Marcus Alert, a special access line will be created between public safety and our Regional Crisis Call Center (PRS). With this approach,

National Native American Heritage Month What started at the turn of the century as an effort to gain a day of recognition for the significant

October is filled with a focus on mental health education and depression awareness.  The entire month is filled with sharing information and awareness of screenings

September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic American Heritage Month  Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15,

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month —a time to raise awareness of this stigmatized, and often taboo, topic. Suicidal thoughts, much like mental health conditions,

Suicidal thoughts, much like mental health conditions, can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background. In fact, suicide is often the result of an

 Multicultural communities face critical issues related to societal challenges, negative attitudes toward mental health, limited access to mental health care treatment and prescriptions, and lower

EMOTIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES If you are in need of support, you can call the CPS Emotional Support Line to speak confidentially with a trained provider

July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month and was formally recognized by Congress in 2008 to bring awareness to the unique struggles under-represented groups

President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation in September 1862, granting freedom to all enslaved people in states actively engaged in rebellion. Although the Emancipation Proclamation

You can make a difference! In Virginia, APS investigates reports of adult abuse, neglect, and exploitation and can arrange for various services to stop the

May is Adult Abuse Prevention Month in Virginia and each year, thousands of older adults and individuals with a disability are mistreated by family members,

May is Adult Abuse Prevention Month in Virginia and each year, thousands of older adults and individuals with a disability are mistreated by family members,