Prevention

Mecklenburg Middle School staff hosted a Rapid REVIVE training and Lock and Talk VA training after school with our Prevention Services on Wednesday, January 13, 2026.  We trained 41 staff in opioid overdose prevention and methods to secure lethal means. We also had SBH special guest, Jobina Screen – SUD Adult Care Coordinator, attend the…

On January 14th the Southside Youth Coalition,. S.P.E.A.K., had their monthly meeting with special guest, Skyler Wells, who spoke on the dangers of substance use. We would also like to give a HUGE shoutout to Hitachi who made a very generous donation to S.P.E.A.K. to assist in their efforts with youth substance use prevention and…

SBH’s prevention services hosted an Adult Mental Health First Aid class at SVHEC in Sobo for 13 local community folks.  Trainers were Kenan Tyner- Smith and Wanda Brock.  Before the lunch break,  we were also joined by Heidi Jensen, the Hospice Volunteer Coordinator from Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital who provided a short presentation on their…

SBH Prevention Services hosted a REVIVE training on January 6th for Halifax County Schools, in collaboration with South Boston Elementary School. There were 12 individuals trained. Thank you to Halifax Schools for letting us host trainings and to our special guest, Colby Kap, our Hospital Liaison/Care Coordinator, for joining us to speak on our services…

  On Monday, December 1, 2025 Prevention services hosted Youth Mental Health First Aid for 11 folks including our own staff.  Tiffany Moore and Kenan Tyner-Smith were trainers. We have 2 Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainings coming soon on January 5th and 12th. Sign up for an upcoming training HERE  To offer Mental Health…

    Southside Behavioral Health is proud to highlight the powerful work taking place through S.P.E.A.K. (Students for Prevention, Education, Awareness, and Knowledge) at Halifax High School. Over the past two weeks, this student-led coalition has hosted meaningful events designed to spark conversations, provide education, and strengthen student wellness across campus. Educating Peers on Substance…