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last update: Monday, May 05, 2008

May edition of NRVCS news now available
Catch up on the latest news at New River Valley Community Services in the May 2008 edition of NRVCS news. Click here or on the newsletter cover at the left to download the newsletter.

May is Mental Health Month
Mental Health Month was created more than 50 years ago to raise awareness about mental health conditions and the importance of mental wellness for all. This year’s theme is focused on an essential component of maintaining and protecting mental health and wellness: social connectedness. The tagline for this year’s observance is “Get Connected.” Click here to learn more!

Anniversary Reactions to a Traumatic Event: The Recovery Process Continues
As the anniversary of a disaster or traumatic event approaches, many survivors report a return of restlessness and fear. On a more positive note, the anniversary of a disaster or traumatic event also can provide an opportunity for emotional healing. Read more

"Response" web page launched
Visitors to the New River Valley Community Services website now have access to a wealth of information related to trauma, disaster-related stress and mental health. The new section of the site, simply named "Response," features a compilation of resources from various sites and organizations. Click here to learn more.

Tips for Parents: Talking With Your Kids About the VT Anniversary (4/16/08)
As the anniversary of the Virginia Tech event approaches, your child may hear things at school or on TV and may exhibit behaviors or reactions that cause concern. Click here for a list of suggestions about how to approach this subject with your child.

Tips for Teachers: Talking With Your Students About the VT Anniversary
As the anniversary of the Virginia Tech event approaches, your students may be distracted at school and may be exhibiting behaviors or reactions that cause concern. Click here for advice on how to address this issue in your classroom.

Updates & Related Information
NAMI-NRV Chapter to meet May 8
The New River Valley Chapter of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) will hold its next meeting on Thursday, May 8 at 7 p.m. at the Against All Odds Clubhouse in Radford (220. East Main Street). Consumers and family members are encouraged to attend!!!

Raft announces spring training
The Raft Crisis Hotline will begin a new training session the last week of May. Trainees will meet twice a week for three weeks (time of day to be determined by the training class) to learn about managing crisis calls, empathy, local resources, and Raft procedures.

At the end of the training session, the trainees will be assigned a weekly two-hour shift, and will be eligible to sign up for overnight and weekend shifts. Click here for more information, or call 961-8447.

Visit the Virginia Tech Chapter of
Best Buddies' new web page!!!

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New job postings added!
Become a part of the New River Valley's largest human services agency! For a complete list of current openings, click here.

From NAMI:
2008 Presidential Primaries
Bringing Mental Healthcare to the Ballot...Learn more.

Online resource for veterans
The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has developed a webpage for veterans and their families. Visit the site

Project Styleburst
Personal makeovers offered to clients of New River Valley Community Services. Learn more.

Support group for Asperger's Syndrome
ASSURE (Asperger's Syndrome Support Understanding Resources and Education) is a support group for local families who are affected by Asperger's Syndrome. For more information, contact Rhonda Back at 540-674-4252 or via email at backchris@msn.com.