The goal of our Department of Social Services is to help the citizens of Nelson County achieve a realistic and attainable level of self-sufficiency within a safe, healthy environment. We will accomplish this by using our strengths and resources in a caring, professional manner, while providing a network of protection, support, and temporary financial assistance. *To report suspected child abuse or neglect to Child Protective Services (CPS), please call the VDSS 24-hour, toll-free hotline at (800) 552-7096. Region Ten Community Services Board serves the localities of Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Fluvanna County, Greene County, Louisa County, and Nelson County by providing community mental health, developmental, and substance use services across the region. The Region Ten Board of Directors plays an important role in guiding the organization’s mission, advocating for behavioral health services, and strengthening connections between Region Ten and the communities it serves. Board meetings are held in person on the second Tuesday of each month at 4:00 PM at 110 Avon Street, Charlottesville, VA, or periodically at Region Ten locations throughout the service area, offering opportunities for community engagement and public participation. Residents with an interest in mental health, wellness, and community service are encouraged to explore volunteer opportunities and consider serving on the Board of Directors. Individuals interested in learning more about board service, meeting schedules, or the application process can visit Region Ten Community Services Board or contact their local government office for additional information. NELSON COUNTY: REGION TEN Francee Laverty, LPC Nelson Counseling Center 71 Tan Bark Plaza Lovingston, Va 22949 434-263-4889 434.263.4897 fax 434.906.7195 cell NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT In accordance with federal civil rights laws and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Programs that receive federal financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), such as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and programs HHS directly operates are also prohibited from discrimination under federal civil rights laws and HHS regulations. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the agency (state or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or who have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. SOCIAL SERVICES 203 Front Street P.O. Box 357 Lovingston, VA 22949 24 Hour Crisis Line 434-972-1800 Grace DeShong, Director 434-263-7160 fax: 434-263-8605