In the spring of 2019, the Eastern Shore Community Services Board launched Virginia’s first Licensed Outpatient Services and Medication Assisted Treatment Mobile Unit. Funded by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, the Unit is intended to expand services in remote communities for underserved populations. This unit gives the ESCSB the ability to take […]
Looking for support while dealing with a loved one’s addiction? We understand that it can be tough to be in a close relationship with someone who is struggling with addiction. It can feel isolating, frustrating, and painful. But you don’t have to go through it alone. Join our supportive group environment, where you can connect […]
The 2022 Virginia Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Behavioral Health Provider of the Year Award was presented to Randy Smith. Randy is the ESCSB’s Supervisor of Transitional Programs, Forensic Programs, & Training. His contributions to the Eastern Shore CIT program have been invaluable, and his dedication to improving the behavioral health system in his community is […]
March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, and it’s important to raise awareness about the potential risks associated with gambling. With the increasing availability of gambling opportunities, the likelihood of developing gambling addiction is also rising. It’s essential to be aware of the signs of problem gambling. Until recently, gambling in Virginia was limited to the […]
Shore Crafts is the perfect stop to help decorate your beach-themed home. Located next door to our Developmental Services (DS) department. All of the items for sale are created by our talented individuals in the DS program. From decorative driftwood to beautifully crafted…
In a tight-knit community like the Eastern Shore, it can be easy to adopt the ‘it would never happen here’ mentality. But statistics show the opioid epidemic is, in fact, ‘happening here.’
So now the question becomes: What can we do about it?
988 is more than just an easy-to-remember number—it’s a direct connection to compassionate, accessible care and support for anyone experiencing mental health-related distress. Similar to dialing 911 in emergencies, anyone who needs…
