Southside Virginia
Virginia Tech seeks paid focus group members in Halifax County
Virginia Tech is forming a paid focus group of four Halifax County residents who would like to participate in a study about the needs of the county. Download the flyers below and contact Shannon Simpson at shannons67@vt.edu for more information. Community Researcher position description (1) SEED Research Team Project Description and Recruitment_RHSE
Read MoreSWC members participate in National Night Out
Members of the Southside Wellness Coalition joined Southside Behavioral Health staff to share program and services information with members of the community at this year’s National Night Out events held on Aug. 2 in three locations across the SBH service area. Gatherings were held in Downtown Lawrenceville (Brunswick County), Halifax County Fairgrounds (Halifax County), and…
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 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 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!
Read MoreShare your input about health-care needs in Southside
In just 10 minutes, you can help identify the most pressing health concerns in our area. VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital’s health needs survey will help create a snapshot of health care in Southside and reveal community health services and supports that need strengthening. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to share your ideas and…
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