MHAfred Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
2024-11-28 - 2024-11-29 | VA

Monthly Senior Visitors Volunteer Meeting
2024-12-10 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-14 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | VA
Join us for our monthly Senior Visitors volunteer meeting. Our dedicated volunteers connect with older adults in our community through the Senior Visitors program at Mental Health America of Fredericksburg. Together, we combat loneliness, promote mental well-being, and build lasting friendships.
If you are a current volunteer, an invitation link has been sent to your email inbox. If you are experiencing any difficulties, please reach out to the Senior Visitors Program Lead with any questions or concerns.
Call us at (540) 371-2704 or click here for more information on how to become a volunteer with Senior Visitors.

Board Meeting (In-Person)
2024-12-17 17:30 - 20:30 | VA

MHAfred Closed for Christmas Holiday
2024-12-24 - 2024-12-25 | VA
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Happy New Year 2025
2025-01-01 | VA
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MHAfred Closed for New Years Holiday.

Mental Health Roundtable
2025-01-28 11:00 - 13:00 | Online – Zoom, 6806 Paragon Place, Suite 250, Richmond, Virginia, 23230
Please join MHAfred staff at Virginia Health Care Foundation’s next Mental Health Roundtable on Tuesday, January 28, from 11 am – to 1 pm via Zoom. Topics include:

Mental health-related legislation and line items from the Governor’s proposed budget,
a presentation from Dr. Adrienne Wood from UVA’s Emotion and Behavior Lab on the causes and consequences of loneliness and social disconnect,
a series of Quick Takesaways will introduce you to innovative programs addressing youth mental health and social connection across the state.

Register today, and stay tuned for the full agenda and additional speaker biographies. We can’t wait to see you!
Andrea Lancaster; Chief Program & Impact Officer
Direct: (804) 587-0512 Main: (804) 828-5804
Website: www.vhcf.org
Mental Health Roundtables
VHCF hosts semi-annual Mental Health Roundtables for health safety net organizations, Community Services Boards, mental health professionals, policy makers and others. These half-day roundtables focus on key issues related to increasing access to mental health services for Virginians. (Email Kari Parkhurst to be added to the Mental Health Roundtable email list.)

Black History Month
2025-02-01 - 2025-02-28 | VA
February is Black History Month, and we are excited to celebrate Black and African American excellence while sharing resources with our community. We hope you follow along on social media while we highlight resources in February.

Heart Health Month
2025-02-01 - 2025-02-28 | VA
Love and mental health are in the air! February is Heart Health Month! Did you know that depression can have an impact on your heart health? Up to 40% of heart disease patients meet criteria for major depressive disorder. Depression is a real challenge, but treatment is available. Call the MHAfred HELPLINE to get a free, curated list of providers that are catered to your unique needs at 540-371-2704. Or, search our mental health provider database at www.mhafred.org/helpline/
You can also utilize the free screening tool at https://screening.mhanational.org/screening-tools/depression/

4th Annual Intern Expo "Oh the Places You'll Go"
2025-02-05 09:00 - 14:00 | Fredericksburg Convention Center, 2371 Carl D. Silver Pkwy, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
Calling all future interns! Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region is excited to join the Chamber of Commerce at the 4th Annual Intern Expo “Oh the Places You’ll Go”.
Join the Chamber as we welcome nearly 500 high school and college students to the Fredericksburg Convention Center for our 4th annual Intern Expo. This is a great opportunity for business-to-business exposure and an opportunity to interface with the future of our community’s workforce.
Time: 9:00 – 2:00 PM
Date: February 5, 2025
Location: Fredericksburg Convention Center
2371 Carl D. Silver Pkwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Jazz & a Mission with Hillcrest UMC
2025-02-07 19:00 | Hillcrest UMC, 2208 Lafayette BLVD, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
LUV JAZZ – We may see you at Jazz & a Mission. All proceeds benefit local nonprofits.

MHAfred Board - Finance Committee Monthly Meeting
2025-02-13 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-13 16:00 - 17:00 | VA
The Finance Committee for the Board of Directors meets monthly each Thursday before a scheduled board meeting. All meetings are conducted online.

Youth First Conference
2025-02-14 09:00 - 14:30 | Fredericksburg Convention Center, 2371 Carl D. Silver Pkwy, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region is excited to be a part of the Youth First Conference! Would you like to join us? Get your tickets today by clicking here.

The Youth First partnership, consisting of representatives from the City of Fredericksburg, Stafford and Spotsylvania Counties, the Office on Youth, and the Rappahannock United Way organizes Youth First to bring our local youth serving agencies and workers together.
Our mission is “To build a stronger community by promoting collaboration among youth serving agencies.” We have a common vision to provide an annual venue to share resources and idea, and to promote communication and collaboration between agencies.

MHAfred Board Retreat
2025-02-15 09:00 - 13:00 | 150 Olde Greenwich Drive; Suite 102 Fredericksburg, Virginia 22408, 150 Olde Greenwich Drive; Suite 102, Fredericksburg, VA, 22408, United States
MHAfred’s Board of Directors usually meets on the third Tuesday of each month for 11 months each year. Please note that our February meeting is a closed in-person planning session.

Presidents Day
2025-02-17 | VA
The MHAfred Office will be closed on February 17, 2025, in observance of Presidents Day.

POSTPOND - First Senior Expo for TRIAD
2025-02-20 09:00 - 13:00 | Marshall Center, 8800 Courthouse Rd, Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA, 22553, United States
This event has been rescheduled to March 6, 2025!
Join Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region at this exciting event! More details below:

Sponsored by the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Department, Stafford County Sheriff Office and Fredericksburg Police Department. This event is free to the public and will offer information about a variety of resources in the area.
TRIAD is a partnership between law enforcement, businesses, public agencies, and senior citizens in Spotsylvania and Stafford counties, and Fredericksburg. The TRIAD’s mission is to prevent criminal victimization of seniors.

Action Planning for Prevention and Recovery (APPR)
2025-02-22 09:00 - 11:00 | Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region, 150 OLDE GREENWICH DR, Fredericksburg, VA, VA, 22407, United States
A customizable tool for maintaining and growing your recovery with mental health and other challenges.
Be the one behind the wheel in your own recovery.
Cost: FREE!
No Registration Required
Beginning February 22, 2025, join us every Saturday from 9:00 – 11:00 am at 150 Olde Greenwich Dr, Fredericksburg VA 22408
Have questions? Contact MHAfred at (540) 371-2704

Suicide Prevention Coalition Monthly Meeting
2025-02-24 13:00 - 14:30 | Rappahannock Area Community Services Board 10825 Tidewater Trail, Fredericksburg, VA 22408, 10825 Tidewater Trail, Fredericksburg, 22408, United States
MHAfred is a member of the local Suicide Prevention Coalition, which meets monthly. All interested community members are welcome to attend. Don’t hesitate to contact MHAfred or RACSB Prevention Services for more information or an invitation to participate in this community meeting at our next meeting on Feb. 24, 2025, at 1 p.m.

Opioid Work Group Meeting – Virtual
2025-02-25 03:30 - 17:00 | Online – Zoom, 6806 Paragon Place, Suite 250, Richmond, Virginia, 23230
Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region (MHAfred) is a member of the local Opioid Work Group, which RACSB Prevention Services coordinates. Other community members are welcome to join this workgroup. Please get in touch with either MHAfred or RACSB Prevention Services for more information.

Action Planning for Prevention and Recovery (APPR)
2025-03-01 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-03-08 09:00 - 11:00 | Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region, 150 OLDE GREENWICH DR, Fredericksburg, VA, VA, 22407, United States
A customizable tool for maintaining and growing your recovery with mental health and other challenges.
Be the one behind the wheel in your own recovery.
Cost: FREE!
No Registration Required
Beginning February 22, 2025, join us every Saturday from 9:00 – 11:00 am at 150 Olde Greenwich Dr, Fredericksburg VA 22408
Have questions? Contact MHAfred at (540) 371-2704.

Brain Awareness Week
2025-03-10 - 2025-03-16 | VA
Brain Awareness Week: March 10-16, 2025
Learn more about how the brain works at https://mhanational.org/how-brain-works.
This page also contains information about how the brain communicates and brain chemicals that impact mental health.

MHAfred Senior Visitors Volunteer Meeting
2025-03-11 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-15 09:00 - 10:00 | VA
Join us for our monthly Senior Visitors volunteer meeting. Our dedicated volunteers connect with older adults in our community through participating as Senior Visitors at Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region. Together, we combat loneliness, promote mental well-being, and build lasting friendships.
If you are a current volunteer, an invitation link has been sent to your email inbox. If you are experiencing any difficulties, please reach out to the Senior Visitors Program Lead with any questions or concerns.
Call us at (540) 371-2704 or click here for more information on how to become a volunteer with Senior Visitors.

MHAfred Board - Finance Committee Meeting
2025-03-13 16:00 - 17:00 | VA

World Sleep Day
2025-03-14 | VA
World Sleep Day
Getting quality sleep is an essential part of maintaining your mental health. Learn more about the mental health benefits of sleep using the link below:
Get Enough Sleep | Mental Health America

Action Planning for Prevention and Recovery (APPR)
2025-03-15 09:00 - 11:00 | Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region, 150 OLDE GREENWICH DR, Fredericksburg, VA, VA, 22407, United States
A customizable tool for maintaining and growing your recovery with mental health and other challenges.
Be the one behind the wheel in your own recovery.
Cost: FREE!
No Registration Required
Beginning February 22, 2025, join us every Saturday from 9:00 – 11:00 am at 150 Olde Greenwich Dr, Fredericksburg VA 22408
Have questions? Call MHAfred at (540) 371-2704.

Universal Unitarian Fellowship Outreach Event
2025-03-16 10:30 - 11:30 | Universal Unitarian Fellowship of Fredericksburg, 25 Chalice Circle, Fredericksburg, VA, 22405
MHAfred HELPLINE is excited to present to the Universal Unitarian Fellowship about our organization’s programs. We thank them for their support in helping us to provide our services to the community. They have invited us to speak with them about these services.

National LGBT Health Awareness Week
2025-03-17 - 2025-03-21 | VA
National LGBT Health Awareness Week
Being LGBTQ+ isn’t a mental illness. However, many LGBTQ+ people experience mental health struggles linked to societal stigma, discrimination, and denial of their civil and human rights.
–Mental Health America
Mental Health America’s LGBTQ+ Mental Health Hub is just one way to recognize National LGBT Health Awareness Week! Check out the links below:
LGBTQ+ Mental Health Resource Center | Mental Health America
Reading the Rainbow of Mental Health | Mental Health America
