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Mental Health Resources
- Hanover County's Same Day Access
804-365-4222
Individuals seeking help for mental health or substance use concerns, or who want to begin the process of accessing services related to a developmental disability, do not need an appointment.
Walk-in Hours:
Monday - Friday (9am-2pm) - 12300 Washington Hwy, Ashland, VA 23005 - Hanover County's Crisis Services
804-365-4200
For mental health or drug/alcohol crisis service. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for anyone in Hanover County. - Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
call or text 9-8-8
(sitio web en español)
The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States. - JED Foundation
A nonprofit that protects emotional health and prevents suicide for our nation’s teens and young adults, giving them the skills and support they need to thrive today… and tomorrow. - Cameron K. Gallagher Foundation
They work to cultivate awareness and understanding of teenage depression and anxiety. - The Trevor Project
1-866-488-7386 or text 678-678
They provide 24/7 crisis support services to LGBTQ young people. Text, chat, or call anytime to reach a trained counselor. - National Alliance on Mental Illness (Kid, Teen & Young Adult resources)
One of NAMI’s main goals is to ensure that people get help early. Since mental health conditions typically begin during childhood, adolescence or young adulthood, we have compiled essential information and resources intended to help young people get the mental health support they need. - American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)
Learn about suicide, how you can help prevent it, and resources for those affected.
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Food, Utility, & Housing Resources
- Food Pantries in Hanover County
- Financial Services in Hanover County
- Basic needs resources can be found through both 2-1-1, CommonHelp and Aunt Bertha which are websites that allow you to type in your zip code and find food, health, housing, transportation, financial, employment, and other resources near you.
- Ashland Christian Emergency Services
804-798-2784
ACES offers assistance with payment for electricity, rent, medications, and utilities to Hanover County residents living in zip codes 23005, 23059, and 23069. - Mechanicsville Churches Emergency Functions
804-357-4093
Their mission is to To help families & individuals handle financial emergencies , prevent homelessness, improve their quality of life, promote health & wellness and maintain their independence.
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Domestic Violence Resources
- Hanover Safe Place
804-752-2728Their goal is to prevent sexual and domestic violence, provide services to those affected, and create community awareness for support and resources.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline
800-799-7233
(sitio web en español)24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse.
- Child Abuse & Neglect Hotline
804-786-8536
The Virginia Department of Social Services operates a statewide Child Protective Services (CPS) Hotline 24/7 to support local departments of social services by receiving reports of child abuse and neglect and referring them to the appropriate local department of social services. The CPS Hotline is staffed by trained Protective Service Hotline Specialists.
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Substance Use Prevention Resources
- Youth Substance Use Prevention page
- Hanover Cares – Teens Care Too group
(sitio web en español)
A group of Hanover County high school leaders (or teens) that are not afraid to take a stand in favor of positive and healthy choices. They are committed to keeping their peers substance free and helping them make healthy choices. - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Hotline
1-800-662-4357
(sitio web en español)
A free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. - Hanover County Public Schools Substance Use Intervention
Their Intervention Counselors are dedicated to providing substance use prevention and intervention for all of our middle and high schools. This includes prevention education, risk assessment, individual and group counseling, referral information, training and professional development for staff, parent workshops, and school wide programming and activities. - Smart Recovery
(sitio web en español)
SMART Recovery is a self-empowering addiction recovery support group. It provides resources for families, teen support programs, meeting locations, and an online community - Truth Initiative
Inspiring lives free from smoking, vaping, and nicotine. - Unfazed
This is your source for accurate information about the risk of using marijuana as a teen. - Al-Anon Teen Corner
(sitio web en español)
A place just for teens affected by someone else’s alcoholism.
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Medical Assistance
- Hanover Interfaith Free Clinics
(sitio web en español)
· St. James the Less Episcopal Church (Ashland) Medical & Dental – 804-798-8890
· Shady Grove United Methodist Church (Mechanicsville) Medical & Vision – 804-559-0486
· Mechanicsville Christian Center (Mechanicsville) Dental – 804-559-0995 - Chickahominy Health District (VDH)
804-365-4313
They offer free communicable disease testing and immunizations.
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Arts, Culture & Recreation
- Pamunkey Regional Library System - Teen Space
They provide free classes, resources, and tutoring
· Ashland Library - 804-798-4072 - 201 S Railroad Ave, Ashland, VA 23005
· Atlee Library - 804-559-0654 - 9212 Rutlandshire Dr, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
· Hanover Library - 804-365-6210 - 7527 Library Dr, Hanover, VA 23069
· Mechanicsville Library - 804-746-9615 - 7461 Sherwood Crossing Pl, Mechanicsville, VA 23111
· Montpelier Library - 804-883-7116 - 17205 Sycamore Tavern Ln, Montpelier, VA 23192
· Rockville Library - 804-749-3146 - 16600 Pouncey Tract Rd, Rockville, VA 23146 - Montpelier Center for Arts & Education
- Hanover Arts & Activities Center
- YMCA of Greater Richmond Teen Programs
· Atlee Station YMCA - 804-427-9622 - 8017 Rutland Center Blvd, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
· Frank Thornton YMCA & Aquatic Center - 804-918-7433 - 3201 Watts Ln., Richmond, VA 23223
· Patrick Henry Family YMCA - 804-798-0057 - 217 Ashcake Rd, Ashland, VA 23005 - Hanover Parks & Recreation
Recreation programs, classes, and other special events in Hanover County.
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Other Resources
- Nemours TeensHealth
Resources created specifically for teens on topics such as healthy relationships, nutrition, general health and mental health, and more.
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Community Partners
- The Department of Community Resources assists and connects volunteers, human service organizations and available resources to address community needs.
- The Department of Social Services offers benefit and service programs with specific eligibility requirements or universal access.
- The Community Services Board provides prevention, treatment, employment and support services for Hanover residents and their families related to mental health, substance use and developmental disabilities.