Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Program

Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Program is sponsored by Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS). Provides funding to community-based organizations in Virginia to support a range of services, including bereavement support, for low-income individuals and families.

A life of possibilities for all Virginians - Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) Clinical and Quality Management Behavioral Health Advisory Council Addiction and Recovery Council Individual and Family Support Program (IFSP) Locate my Community Service Board For Individuals & Families In collaboration with state and community partners, DBHDS plans, develops, directs, funds, and monitors the delivery of comprehensive behavioral health services throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Behavioral health services may include services for the prevention and treatment of mental health and substance use disorders.

Mental Health Services for Individuals and Families Housing Resources for Individuals with Serious Mental Illness Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Housing Resources for Individuals Victims of Eugenics Sterilization Compensation Program Public Guardianship for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Supported Decision-Making DBHDS works with partners across Virginia to develop and maintain the Commonwealth’s continuum of crisis care, by ensuring that there is always someone to call, someone to respond, and somewhere to go.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. Your Human Rights While Receiving DBHDS Licensed, Funded, or Operated Services DBHDS works with partners across Virginia to develop and maintain the Commonwealth’s continuum of crisis care, by ensuring that there is always someone to call, someone to respond, and somewhere to go.

Local and State Human Rights Committees The function of Human Rights Committees is to ensure due process for individuals who are receiving or have recently received a service licensed, funded, or operated by DBHDS. Forensic services include mental health evaluations and screenings, treatment of individuals with mental illness in jail, case management and restoration of competency to stand trial.

DBHDS develops programs and services for individuals at risk for involvement in the criminal justice system. Sexually Violent Predator (SVP) services support the delivery of evaluation, treatment, and supervision services to individuals found by the court to meet the criteria of sexually violent predator.

DBHDS oversees the licensing and regulatory compliance of providers delivering mental health, developmental disability, and substance use services across Virginia.

Licensing Information for Providers Provider Training and Regulatory Technical Assistance Background Investigations Unit DBHDS is responsible for assuring protection of the human rights of all individuals who receive behavioral health, developmental disability, or substance use services from DBHDS licensed, funded, or operated providers.

Human Rights Data & Statistics DBHDS is responsible for promoting behavioral health wellness through a comprehensive array of strategies proven to reduce substance use and promote mental health.

Substance Use Services Information for Providers Child and Family Services Information for Providers Mental Health Information for Providers DBHDS strives to ensure that all individuals with developmental disabilities (DD) have access to quality support and services when and where they need them.

Developmental Services Information for Providers Housing Information for Providers Waiver Information for Providers Direct Support Professional and Supervisor Orientation Training and Competencies Individual Support Plan Guidance Provider Network Supports for Developmental Services Support Coordinator Required Training and Resources Training Resources for Providers of DD Waiver Services Web Grants is an online portal that allows DBHDS partners to apply for funding, submit reimbursement requests, manage grants, and report performance requirements.

CSB Performance Dashboard Housing Information for CSBs Disaster Behavioral Health Services in Virginia Census and Waitlist Dashboard A life of possibilities for all Virginians Supporting individuals by promoting recovery, self-determination, and wellness in all aspects of life From community-based services to state hospitals and centers, DBHDS works across the Commonwealth to support Virginia’s behavioral health and developmental disability services system.

The work done by DBHDS touches hundreds of thousands of individuals across the Commonwealth. As behavioral health and developmental service needs continue to grow, DBHDS is here to help. Individualized care in a compassionate setting.

Dedicated professionals committed to provide the best possible care. Providing behavioral health and developmental services in your community. Improving access to quality support and services.

Building a recovery-oriented, community-based system of care. DBHDS Developmental Services Mobile Dental Program serves individuals with developmental disabilities in the community Project Link supports pregnant and parenting women Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) helps provide stable housing to individuals with serious mental illness DBHDS REVIVE! Education Specialist Tiana Vazquez provides rapid REVIVE!

training to staff at Soul Taco in downtown Richmond Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services strives to employ a diverse and engaged team that transforms lives through meaningful connections. Working for DBHDS means making a difference in our communities across the Commonwealth in many fulfilling roles to accomplish our mission of allowing a life of possibilities for all Virginians!

The DBHDS Summer Internship Academy is a paid opportunity for college students to learn about DBHDS and get real world experiences in an office setting. The program includes an educational component and leadership training. DBHDS supports workforce development by leading, promoting, and embedding a culture of continuous workplace learning, advancement, and growth supportive of individual, team, and organizational development.

Our goal is to holistically support workforce development through a variety of programs. DBHDS operates twelve facilities, including eight behavioral health facilities for adults, a training center, a psychiatric facility for children and adolescents, a medical center, and a center for behavioral rehabilitation.

Piedmont Geriatric Hospital Supporting individuals by promoting recovery, self-determination, and wellness in all aspects of life Voice TDD: (804) 371-8977 Americans with Disabilities Act Commonwealth Center for Children and Adolescents Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute Piedmont Geriatric Hospital Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute Southeastern Virginia Training Center Hiram Davis Medical Center Virginia Center for Behavioral Rehabilitation