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Members of Southside Wellness Coalition, Southside Behavioral Health Prevention Services attend CADCA Forum
The Southside Wellness Coalition Leadership Team jumped right in to 2025 with a planning meeting in January followed by a trip to Maryland earlier this month to attend CADCA’s 35th Annual National Leadership Forum and SAMSHA’s 21st Annual Prevention Day. This year’s theme was, ‘Unlock the Power of Coalitions.” Attendees included Veronica Turner of Prevention Services…
Read MoreCoalition participates in first TARP Passport to Wellness event
Passport to Wellness provided the opportunity on Saturday, Sept. 21, for local agencies to share their mental and physical wellness services. These organizations help build resilience in individuals who have experienced adversity or trauma. TARP ( Trauma Awareness & Resilience Partners) looks for avenues to promote healthier, stronger living after life’s adversity. Southside Wellness Coalition…
Read MoreCoalition and sheriff’s office host substance-use education
On Sunday April 21, 2024, the Southside Wellness Coalition and Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office joined together to host a Hidden In Plain Sight educational event at Bethany Baptist Church in Baskerville. Community partners and advocates such as the Virginia Poison Control Center at VCU Health, Virginia Department of Health, Resilient Pathways, Virginia Medical Services Corps, Trauma Awareness &…
Read MoreSouthside Wellness Coalition leaders gather for training
The members of the Southside Wellness Coalition leadership team held a retreat Saturday, Feb. 17, at the Southside Behavioral Health administration building. The retreat included sessions with Face to Face Space coach and trainer Paul Short, who led the team through exercises and discussions about planning, engagement, culture, communication, and community integration. In addition, the…
Read MoreCoalition chair Liam Hudson named Outstanding Virginian by Equality Virginia
Liam Hudson, co-founder of Lean In Project VA and chair of the Southside Wellness Coalition was honored Oct. 7 at the Equality Virginia Commonwealth Dinner as an Outstanding Virginian because of all his good works this year. The dinner highlights efforts across the Commonwealth to encourage outreach, collaboration, and uplifting LGBTQ+ folx. The We Stand…
Read MoreSuicide Prevention Month: Ask, Share, Learn
Join your Southside neighbors and friends this month as we come together to prevent suicide, respond to substance use, and promote healthy families. Our slate of training opportunities is long, and we encourage everyone to take part. Here are some other ways to help: 1. ASK: If you are concerned about someone, let them know you…
Read MoreSuicide Prevention Month: How to ask someone about suicide
You might think you’re just waiting for the perfect moment to ask your friend, family member, or colleague about suicide. Well, that moment will never come. You may always feel awkward and intrusive, BUT ASK ANYWAY. The National Alliance on Mental Illness has advice and strategies for starting and handling the conversation. Read the article…
Read MoreHelp wanted: CCoVA Coalition Coordinator
Work with coalitions just like ours across Virginia! From the job description: This position is responsible for coordinating the functions of the Community Coalitions of Virginia statewide coalition focusing on substance use prevention. The Coordinator will be responsible for using the Strategic Prevention Framework to guide the work of the organization. This position will oversee…
Read MoreSWC members participate in National Night Out
Several members of the Southside Wellness Coalition volunteered their time Aug. 3 to spread awareness of our group during National Night Out events held in Southside.
Read MoreSWC’s May meeting features FREE Trauma Informed Care Training
Southside Wellness Coalition is pleased to announce a special guest for the May meeting, which is scheduled for Thursday, May 20, at 7 p.m. Liam Hudson, Southside Planning District #13 Continuum of Care Coordinator, will deliver an overview of Trauma Informed Care. Click here to learn more and register!
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