Faith and Community Initiative (FCI)
The VDSS Faith and Community Initiative (FCI) will work with Virginia’s faith and community organizations (FCOs) to increase the health and wellness of Virginia’s families, particularly those that interface with the family welfare systems, and to increase substance use disorder (SUD) prevention, treatment, and recovery.
Congregational and Community Supports
- 2-1-1 Virginia
- Child Care
- Food Assistance
- Foster Care & Adoption
- Senior Resources
- Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Prevention and Recovery
COVID-19 Resources for Faith and Community Leaders Webinar
COVID-19 has impacted the daily life of Virginians significantly. The Virginia Department of Social Services is dedicated to ensuring that all families are supported thoroughly during this unprecedented time. We partnered with the Virginia Department of Health, Office of Health Equity for the COVID-19 Resources for Faith and Community Leaders Webinar. The purpose of this webinar is to provide faith and community leaders with the tools needed to continue offering comfort and resources to their communities throughout this period of uncertainty.
More Information
- MOVING TOWARDS SOCIETAL RECOVERY, Thomas Bannard. TEDxYouth@RVA - Youtube video.
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If you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding the Virginia Department of Social Services Faith and Community Initiative, please email Project Manager Stephen Wade at stephen.wade@dss.virginia.gov.