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Learn the Latest in Substance Abuse Trends
by racsb | Jan 29, 2021 | General, Media Releases, News and Events, Prevention, Substance Use Disorder
If marijuana is legal, does that mean it’s safe? What’s a skittles party? What’s up with these spicy social media challenges? Today’s adolescents seem to have their own code, one that’s unbreakable for adults. Teenage jargon and ever-changing technology present...![News and Events | Rappahanock Area Community Service Board (2) News and Events | Rappahanock Area Community Service Board (2)](https://i0.wp.com/rappahannockareacsb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/teensmellinglaundry-1080x675.jpg)
Spot the Signs of Substance Abuse in Teens
by racsb | Dec 3, 2020 | About, General, Home, Media Releases, News and Events, Prevention, Substance Use Disorder
Is that air freshener masking the scent of dirty laundry–or something more deadly? Is that soda can evidence of a caffeine boost or a more dangerous substance? For teenagers, hats can do more than hide a bad hair day. They can also camouflage a bad habit. A free...![News and Events | Rappahanock Area Community Service Board (3) News and Events | Rappahanock Area Community Service Board (3)](https://i0.wp.com/rappahannockareacsb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/daylightsavings-1080x675.jpg)
How to Cope With Depression and Daylight Savings
by racsb | Oct 31, 2020 | About, General, Home, Mental Health, News and Events, Prevention
It’s that time of year again–time to turn the clocks back one hour. In the United States, we’ve been using daylight savings for more than 100 years. But each year, it still takes a toll on our mental health. Studies show that many people suffer from...![News and Events | Rappahanock Area Community Service Board (4) News and Events | Rappahanock Area Community Service Board (4)](https://i0.wp.com/rappahannockareacsb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/fallporchmums-1080x675.jpg)
Make Your Front Porch Look Amazing with Stunning Mums
by racsb | Sep 29, 2020 | About, Developmental Disability, General, Home, Media Releases, News and Events
Get your front porch Instagram-ready with stunning, sturdy mums—a staple of fall decorating. And help adults with a developmental disability at the same time. “Mums in bud are the best bang for the buck. A heavily budded mum can last through Thanksgiving as long as no...![News and Events | Rappahanock Area Community Service Board (5) News and Events | Rappahanock Area Community Service Board (5)](https://i0.wp.com/rappahannockareacsb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/DSP_beach.jpg)
Direct Support Professional Recognition Week
by racsb | Sep 18, 2020 | About, Developmental Disability, General, Home, News and Events
The summer of 2020 has been filled with cancelled plans and disappointments for most of us. And Damian was no exception. He had been really looking forward to a summer beach trip but COVID interfered. But the Direct Support Professionals who work at Rappahannock Adult...![News and Events | Rappahanock Area Community Service Board (6) News and Events | Rappahanock Area Community Service Board (6)](https://i0.wp.com/rappahannockareacsb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/bowlingsm-19-1080x675.jpg)
Overdose Awareness Day
by racsb | Aug 24, 2020 | About, General, Home, Media Releases, News and Events, Prevention, Substance Use Disorder
Since 2007, drug overdoses have claimed the lives of 11,863 Virginians. To support the survivors, honor those who died, and prevent future loss of life, a trio of local groups will mark International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31, 2020. Increasing Awareness...