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We work alongside immigrant communities to fight the deportation, detention, and separation of immigrant families, end ICE abuses of immigrants, and include immigrant youth in state benefits like in-state tuition.

Advocates for the needs and priorities of persons with physical and sensory disabilities. Committee meets first Tuesday of every other month from 7PM to 9AM in the in the Development Services Building (5 County Complex Court) and allots 20 minutes for citizen concerns. Designated as Disability Services Board for Prince William County.

Domestic Violence Social Worker will accompany victims of domestic abuse to request a protective order in Bedford Court System. The domestic violence social worker will provide referrals to attorneys, prepare victims for their experience in the courtroom and assist victims in preparing a personalized safety plan.

This program provides services designed to discover and prevent abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older persons. Such services mush be coordinated with the local department of social services and local law enforcement officers.

The National Down Syndrome Congress is to provide information, advocacy, and support concerning all aspects of life for individuals with Down syndrome.

Sexual Assault Services provides a support system of people helping people through understanding, peer interaction, education, and advocacy. This program helps sexual abuse and sexual assault survivors discover paths to healing and to regain power over their lives.

Advocacy on issues concerning Alzheimer's research, quality of care, and care giving support at the state and national level. Staff and volunteers meet with elected representatives each year. The Chapter supports research through the National Alzheimer's Association, the largest private founder of Alzheimer's research.

Advises county groups and the community on issues of concern to women. Serves as a liaison to help the County address issues of concern to women. Provides public forums, reports to the County Board, and speakers. Offers workshops on topics such as health, financial issues and safety.

The Virginia Poverty Law Center (VPLC) provides leadership, support, training, public education, and advocacy to address the civil legal needs of Virginia's low-income population. The Virginia Poverty Law Center does not provide direct legal representation except in very limited matters.

Empowering deaf and hard of hearing individuals and their families through education, advocacy and community involvement.

To advocate for those in need and serve the community by providing eligible individuals with information, services and resources that will educate, empower and promote self-sufficiency, self-esteem and personal dignity. Rental Assistance - Eviction Notice Needed Rental Deposit - Copy of Signed Lease Needed Mortgage Assistance - Foreclosure Notice Needed Utility Assistance - Disconnect/Cut-Off Notice Needed

Offers support to Alexandria residents who are victims of sexual assault and their families and friends. Trained volunteers and staff are available 24 hours a day to provide: -crisis intervention and emotional support -advocacy with medical, police, and court systems -short-term individual and group counseling -information and referrals

Increase awareness of substance abuse issues and strengthen community norms that support substance-free living.

Individuals participating in PIP attend advocacy training, resource development, and skill building workshops led by state and national experts. Topics covered include the history of the disability rights movement, self-advocacy, independent living, employment, building inclusive communities, natural supports, legislative advocacy, assistive technology, communication, team building, and more.

Advocating for the best interests of children involved in judicial proceedings which involve allegations of abuse and neglect.

Offers numerous publications covering all aspects of and issues about blindness. Most are available in print, CD, Braille or all three formats. Also sells over 400 different materials used by the blind, such as talking blood glucose monitors, talking thermometers, insulin drawing devices, white canes, Braille paper and writing materials, talking watches and clocks, Braille watches, and Braille games. Offers upon request, free large print, CD, or Braille catalogs for aids, appliances, and literature.

Through the Youth Advocates Program, youth will be advocating for the equal rights and treatment of themselves and/or their LGBTQ peers. The goal of the Youth Advocates Program is to provide opportunities for youth to develop leadership skills, raise awareness about the LGBTQ community, help make safer spaces for LGBTQ youth and allies and advocate for positive social change.

Counselors address the needs and concerns of men and women who are survivors of sexual violence. Counseling is available whether the violence occurred recently or in the past. The Women's Resource Center also offers counseling services for school-aged children and teens who have experienced or witnessed sexual or domestic violence.

Provides advocacy and support for victims of domestic violence. Call the Victim/Witness Program if: *for questions about your role as a witness; *would like an explanation of court procedures or a courtroom tour before you testify; *want assistance filing for victims' compensation; *need a referral to social services agencies that provide emergency financial assistance; *would like someone to escort you to court; *have received crime related threats or harassment; *need information regarding the status of your case; *want a referral to legal aid. If you are the victim of a crime you may be entitled to the following: *PROTECTION: separate waiting area while your case is being heard. *FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: prompt return of property being held as evidence as the conclusion of the case and information about filing for Crime Victims' Compensation. *NOTIFICATION: employer contact to ensure that you are excused from work while appearing in court as a victim or witness. Case status and disposition information about your case. Notification from a local jail or the penitentiary of the convicted assailant's release or name change. Notification from the Attorney General's Office of an appeal being granted (All upon written request which can be accomplished through the Victim/Witness Program) without cost to you. *VICTIM INPUT: submission of a victim impact statement after defendant's conviction. Ability to remain in court during your case, unless excluded as a material witness or by order of the court. *COURTROOM ASSISTANCE: confidentiality of your address, phone number and place of employment (on request). Provision of an interpreter during court proceedings. *RESTITUTION: the defendant can be ordered by the court to pay a restitution to the victim of the crime. If the victim has had medical costs, damage or loss resulting from an offense, the court may order the victim be reimbursed by the defendant.

The only national organization helping burn survivors everywhere get back to living. Work to empower anyone affected by burn injury through peer support, education, collaboration and advocacy.

Provides crisis intervention and supportive services to protective order petitioners in Henrico County Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court.

Provides advocacy to people with disabilities.

Provides support, information and community referrals to families of individuals with Down Syndrome, new and expectant parents of children with Down syndrome and those moving into Northern Virginia.

DBVI provides services and resources which empower individuals who are blind, vision impaired or deafblind to achieve their desired levels of employment, education, and personal independence. Services are provided through 4 main programs: Vocational Rehabilitation, Rehabilitation Teaching and Independent Living, Low Vision Services and Education Services. Most services are provided in the person's home, school, or workplace. Referrals are accepted from individuals, families, schools, doctors, and other community partners.

Provides technical assistance, oversight, and compliance to Centers for Independent Living (CILs). CILs provide services and advocacy to promote the leadership, independence, and productivity of people with disabilities. CILs work with both individuals, as well as the local communities, to remove barriers to independence and ensuring equality of persons with disabilities. May provide limited transportation to clients when no other options are available. If there are any questions relative to transportation, please call. Planning District Area Served 1 Junction Center for Independent Living 2 Clinch Independent Living Services 3 Appalachian Independence Center 4 New River Valley Satellite Office 5 Blue Ridge Independent Living Center 6 Valley Associates for Independent Living 7 Access Independence 8 Idependence Center of Northern Virginia 9 Independence Empowerment Center 10 Independence Resource Center 11 Lynchburg Area Center for Independent Living 12 Piedmont Independent Living Center 13-14 Unserved 15 Central Virginia Independent Living Center 16 DisAbility Resource Center 17-18 Unserved 19 Crater District CIL Satellite 22 Eastern Shore Center for Independent Living 23 Peninsula Center for Independent Living