GYAP announces Jackie Wade Memorial Scholarship for Giles County students pursuing social work careers (PEARISBURG, VA) – The Giles Youth-Adult Partnership (GYAP) has established a new annual scholarship for graduating seniors who are pursuing a degree or career in social work. The Jackie Wade Memorial Scholarship will be presented for the first time in Spring …
Regional medication disposal initiativecollects nearly four tons since October 2022 Data collected since October 2022 shows that New River Valley residents have turned in almost 8,000 pounds of unused or expired medications – thanks to a regional collaboration involving New River Valley Community Services (NRVCS), local law enforcement agencies, and some of the area’s independent …
2nd Annual “Game for Hope” slated for June 3 Can you dig it? For the second consecutive year, the Pulaski River Turtles will welcome the Carolina Disco Turkeys to Calfee Park for a pre-season exhibition game for charity. “A Game for Hope” will be played Tuesday, June 3, with proceeds benefiting the Pulaski Community Partners …
“Day of Hope” community celebration planned for Saturday, May 3 NRVCS, in partnership with Montgomery County, is pleased to announce a “Day of Hope” Community Celebration, scheduled for Saturday, May 3 from 11 AM – 2 PM at Christiansburg’s Huckleberry Park. This event is FREE and open to the public. It will be held rain …
March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month BLACKSBURG, VA – New River Valley Community Services (NRVCS), in partnership with the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), is proud to recognize March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM). This year’s theme, “Seeking Understanding,” focuses on increasing awareness of problem gambling as a serious but often misunderstood mental …
ESPN’s Sisler to help kick off Mental Health Month,Resilience Week in the New River Valley The award-winning sports journalist and author will serve as keynote speaker at the May 1 event in Christiansburg. Seating for this event is limited | RSVPs required | Reserve your seat here New River Valley Community Services (NRVCS) is pleased …
Chris Taylor named NRVCS Executive Director Published Monday, March 3, 2025 The New River Valley Community Services (NRVCS) Board of Directors has named Chris Taylor as the agency’s new Executive Director. The decision was made at the board’s meeting on Thursday, February 27. Mr. Taylor assumes the responsibilities of his new position beginning Monday, March …
NRVCS helps launch Virginia Disaster Assistance Team The Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services recently received $1,293,912 in federal grant funds to support citizens affected by hurricane Helene in southwest Virginia. The Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Program (CCP) is a short-term disaster relief grant program available to states, U.S. territories, and federally …
Listening to youth voicesRepresentatives of the Giles Youth-Adult Partnership met with students at Giles High School in November 2024 to collect feedback about issues impacting them and their peers. (Photo – M. Wade/NRVCS) Local community prevention coalitionscontinue to grow under NRVCS’ leadership Like most communities these days, the challenges and needs of those who call …
New River Valley Recovery Court programscelebrate 10-year milestone (CHRISTIANSBURG, VA) – Participants, graduates, officials, and supporters gathered in Christiansburg the evening of Tuesday, December 10 to celebrate the ten-year anniversary of Recovery Court programs in the New River Valley, which are managed and coordinated through New River Valley Community Services (NRVCS). Since the initial program …