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Action in Community Through Service ACTS Helpline Assistance and Outreach Project The Helpline is a free 24-hour telephone service that offers confidential listening, information and referrals, crisis intervention for suicide, sexual assault, substance abuse and physical abuse. The Helpline includes the following services: Senior Link, Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors (LOSS), community education and Surviving After Suicide (SAS). | 24,000 calls for assistance will be answered; 3,000 Senior Link phone checks will be provided; 54 families impacted by trauma will receive LOSS team services; 20 individuals will receive SAS | $140,597 (15 month) |
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Action in Community Through Service ACTS Medical Caregivers Training Program Provide a comprehensive 130-hour caregiver training (CNA certificate) program. This includes developing and implementing skills in procedures, communication, observation, charting and reporting. Training will be provided by Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA). | 36 students providing 3,600 days of medical service | $154,080 (15 month) |
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Brain Injury Services An Innovative Approach to Neurobehavioral Treatment for Brain Injury in Eastern Prince William County Enable individuals who have experienced a brain injury and manifest severe neurobehavioral issues attain their personal goals that are reflected in the following areas: productivity, independent living, and residential. This program will enhance and support an individual’s participation in their community and prevent the need for long term institutionalization. | 25 clients will be treated | $138,840 (15 month) |