Mental Health Warrior: Briana Campbell

As a Youth Development Specialist, Briana Campbell contributes her skills widely at Family Service, adopting several roles in Youth Development Services. In addition to working with the youth in the Teen Outreach Program (TOP®) Briana helps facilitate Project AIM and Positive Action.   “I facilitate several Positive Action groups, co-facilitate Project AIM groups, and serve as …

ACES: How who you were can impact who you become

What if I were to tell you that there is something out there that affects more than two-thirds of youth, causes emotional and mental health issues like anxiety, depression, suicidality, and substance abuse, and causes physical health concerns like cardiovascular disease, obesity, and cancer? This something is out there. It is called childhood trauma. What …

2017-2018 Annual Report

While we move forward into Mental Health Awareness Month, it is just as important to look at our history. Take a moment to explore the impact of Family Service of Roanoke Valley during the last year. Disclaimer: the following relates to Family Service’s most recent fiscal year from July 1st, 2017 to June 30th, 2018. …

Surviving Burnout

One of the most fundamental and important parts of living is trying to find the right balance to help us feel our best. We constantly try to adjust aspects of our personal, professional and financial lives to try to find what works best for us. Whether someone is living in poverty or has bottomless financial …