Posts by Southside Wellness Coalition
Mental Health Awareness Month: Asking Saves
The Region 3 Suicide Prevention Collaborative in partnership with Lock and Talk Virginia is running a regional TV campaign during Mental Health Awareness Month.
Read MoreMental Health Awareness Month: Improving youth mental health
Mecklenburg County YMCA’s Jennifer Diamond Garrett talks about how getting children and teens involved in youth programs can improve their mental health.
Read MoreMental Health Awareness Month: What’s your why?
We asked Southside Wellness Coalition members why they are involved with the group.
Read MoreSouthside Behavioral Health Hosts Building Trauma Responsive Communities Conference
BRUNSWICK, MECKLENBURG, & HALIFAX, VIRGINIA – In partnership with the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), Southside Behavioral Health (SBH) invites community members to participate in a virtual Building Trauma Responsive Communities Conference on May 12 and 13, 2022. Dr. Bruce Perry will open the conference as the keynote speaker with a…
Read More‘Why Truama Informed Practices Matter’ – Dr. Mary Crowder [video]
Thank you to Dr. Mary Crowder of Lunenburg County Public Schools for her talk titled, “Why Trauma Informed Practices Matter.” You’ll learn about the impact of adverse childhood experiences and how you can help address trauma in Southside.
Read MoreNow accepting applications for youth prevention conference!
APPLY NOW! We are currently accepting applications for YADAPP Conference Teams! YADAPP stands for Youth Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Project. This year Southside Wellness Coalition is supporting teams to attend this virtual conference that will be held July 11-14,2022 from 8:30 am until 2:30 p.m. each day. Even though the conference is virtual, participating…
Read MoreYouth needed for anti-tobacco campaign photo shoot
You could be featured in Southside Behavioral Health’s next social media campaign intended to discourage use of tobacco, nicotine and vape products among Southside’s youth! We are looking for student participants for a fun photoshoot to promote this initiative, which is part of the Tobacco Use Prevention & Cessation for Youth grant through the Virginia…
Read MoreSouthside Wellness Coalition Meeting Minutes for January 2022
Southside Wellness Coalition held its monthly meeting Jan. 19 at 1 p.m. via Zoom video conference. Download Minutes Thank you to Dr. Mary Crowder of Lunenburg County Public Schools for her talk titled, “Why Trauma Informed Practices Matter.” You’ll learn about the impact of adverse childhood experiences and how you can help address trauma in…
Read MoreBrunswick Co. 4-H extension agent talks about programs, partnerships to benefit local youth
Thanks to Malyka Walton, 4-H Extension Agent for Brunswick County, who spoke at our December meeting about programs for youth and a potential partnership with Southside Behavioral Health and our coalition.
Read MoreState launches marijuana risks campaign
Marijuana comes with risks that can affect a person’s health, especially that of children and teens, whose brains are still developing. Watch our social media platforms and website for our “Know the Risks” campaign, featuring tips and information about talking to kids about the risks and share with your contacts. Get more information here!
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