This week's DBHDS #ThankfulThursday employees are Ginger Amos, Ryan Monique Payton, WSH Admissions Office, Accounts Payable, and SVMHI E Nursing Staff. Thank you for everything you do to help create a life of possibilities for all Virginians!
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
Hospitals and Health Care
Richmond, Virginia 4,884 followers
A life of possibilities for all Virginians.
About us
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services seeks to promote dignity, choice, recovery, and the highest possible level of participation in work, relationships, and all aspects of community life for individuals with mental illness, developmental disabilities or substance-use disorders. DBHDS operates 13 state facilities and partners with 40 locally-run community services boards and hundreds of private providers statewide.
- Website
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http://www.dbhds.virginia.gov/
External link for Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
- Industry
- Hospitals and Health Care
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Richmond, Virginia
- Type
- Government Agency
- Specialties
- Health Care, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Developmental, and intellectual disability
Locations
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Primary
1220 Bank St
Richmond, Virginia 23219, US
Employees at Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
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Siobhan Walsh
Registered Dietitian and Wellness Professional
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Paul Whitchurch
Chief Technology Officer | Strategic Problem Solver | Technology & Business Leader | Driving Innovation and Efficiency Through Cutting-Edge IT…
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Chance Welfare
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Mario N. Chambers, MSA, PMP (PMI)
Helping You to Identify and Do What Must Be Done
Updates
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Since its proclamation in 1992 by the United Nations General Assembly, International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) has been celebrated annually on December 3 around the world. The observance of the #IDPD aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and to mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.
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Holly Semrow at Catawba Hospital shares stories of how her work made a difference in the lives of people she serves. That’s what #OneDBHDS is all about!
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The holiday season can be a difficult and stressful time. That’s why it’s so important to stop and listen to your own needs too. If you find yourself struggling this holiday season, call 988 or visit 988va.org.
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Time for this week's #FridayFact! Peer support services are an evidence-based model of care which consists of a qualified peer support provider who assists individuals with their recovery.
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Today we celebrate the 49th anniversary of the Education for All Handicapped Children Act (Public Law 94-142), now known as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). IDEA is a law that makes available a free appropriate public education to eligible children with disabilities throughout the nation and ensures special education and related services to those children.
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Know the facts about Virginia 988. That way, you’ll be prepared if you or someone you know experience mental health-related distress. Visit 988va.org to learn more.
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Summer Matics is a perfect example of how to grow your career at Catawba Hospital or #OneDBHDS!