Prevention Services Hosts Infant Maternal Health Summit in Brunswick County

On Saturday, Southside Behavioral Health’s Prevention Services hosted the Infant & Maternal Health Summit at the Brunswick County Conference Center in collaboration with Tri-County Community Action Agency!   The event brought together community members, families, and local partners for an afternoon of education, connection, and support. Attendees participated in an Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) presentation…

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Walk for Peace Travels through Brunswick County

Monks walking on side of road towards camera with trail of cars and police following.

Southside Behavioral Health was honored to be part of a meaningful moment as the Buddhist Monks’ Walk for Peace traveled through Brunswick County during their cross-country journey to Washington, D.C. The Walk for Peace spans 2,300 miles from Fort Worth, Texas, to the nation’s capital, spreading awareness of mindfulness, compassion, and inner peace along the…

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Southside Behavioral Health Completes 21st CIT Core Training Despite Winter Weather Challenges

Officers and SBH staff standing outside Admin with CIT banner: CIT Logo and "Southside Virginia Crisis Intervention Team Training Graduates."

Southside Behavioral Health recently completed its 21st 40-hour Core Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training, welcoming participants from local law enforcement agencies, Sheriff’s Offices, hospital security, and the Meherrin River Regional Jail (MRRJ). This training cycle was unique, as a week of snow created scheduling challenges throughout the course. Despite the weather-related disruptions, both participants and…

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Halifax Youth Coalition

On October 22nd, the Halifax Youth Coalition, now called S.P.E.A.K. (Students for Prevention, Education, Awareness, and Knowledge), had their 2nd monthly meeting. They were joined by guest speaker Paul Short who gave a motivational speech about leadership and youth empowerment. They are currently working on a mental health project and 2 events in November: Project…

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Boydton Day 2025

Coalition members and SBH staff standing under canopy behind SBH table outside at Boydton Day.

Staff from our Adult Outpatient and Children & Family Services represented Southside Behavioral Health at Boydton Day. Along with their representation we also had members from the Southside Wellness Coalition and Trauma Awareness & Resilience Partners. Photographed from left to right: Denise Smith (SWC & TARP), Mary Ann Crowder (SWC & TARP), Stephanie Martin (Adult…

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