INCLEMENT WEATHER NOTICE
MHAfred follows inclement weather advisories as recommended by Spotsylvania County Public Schools. In the case that our office closes or opens late, assistance with the MHAfred HELPLINE will still be available via email at HELPLINE@MHAfred.org or through submitting a Request Form (accessible through this link). All voicemails will be returned in the order they are received once the MHAfred office reopens. Have a safe winter season!
Good news! Our MHAfred HELPLINE direct service line is now available in Spanish!
Buenas noticias! Nuestra MHAfred HELPLINE (Linea de Ayuda) disponible en Español! Para nuestra comunidad de habla Español, podemos ayudarte busca por un proveedor que sea adecuado para ti y tus seres queridos.
For our Spanish speaking community, we can assist you over the phone to help find providers that are right for you and your loved ones.
Action Planning for Prevention and Recovery
APPR is a self-directed recovery and wellness program that promotes personal awareness, health, and life transformation.
Free Lance-Star: Every servicemember knows ‘someone who has died by suicide’
“For me, it’s gutting because I have family members who are veterans,” said Barb Barlow, executive director of Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region.
Stress in America: Impact on Youth
“Subject matter experts have recommendations but MHAfred also wants to hear directly from the teens we are trying to help.” – Barb Barlow
Follow Us!
Our grantors and donors are essential partners with MHAfred. Their investments in our programs continue to ensure that these essential services remain available to our community.
Over the years, various funds of the Community Foundation have consistently supported Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region, including our own fund dedicated to Suicide Prevention. When donating to The Community Foundation, consider investing in one of these funds that support our work.
Mental Health America of Fredericksburg Suicide Prevention Fund
Vittoria Family Endowment Fund
Investments made by Mary Washington Hospital Foundation and Stafford Hospital Foundation in Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region continue to increase the community impact of our programs. For example, usage of MHAfred HELPLINE has risen by 728% from 2022 to 2024! Currently, they are funding youth services, including the first Youth Mental Health Conference.
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative granted funds to Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region to help support therapy services for teens.
You can learn more about this initiative by reading our blog! Click here.
‘Thank You’ to Our Sponsors
These businesses and individuals are supporting MHAfred’s free, local mental health programs. We couldn’t do it without you!
