Help Happens Here was developed by the Community Mental Health and Wellness Coalition.

Our site helps residents find free or low-cost mental health and substance use services in Charlottesville, Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson Counties.

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Hope and Personal Stories

The Right Mix

Shortly after getting out of the hospital, I stopped by the On Our Own house for the first time. There was a writing group that morning. I have always been a fan of journaling, I started coming to the house regularly and attending the different groups.  The On Our Own house, groups and staff combined with several AA meetings and church each week broadened a foundation of health and serenity when I got sober.

On Our Own member

Persistence

By the time I started college, I knew I wanted help with my anxiety and depression. I was young and on my own and I didn’t have insurance. People ask me where I found the strength to keep searching.  The answer is that I was in so much pain, but knew ignoring it wouldn’t make it go away. I remained persistent and found what was right. for me.

Coalition member

 

Safe Space

For Black women to have a safe space to heal means so much. We are often conditioned to hold EVERYTHING for our families.  Allowing one hour a week where Black women are able to cry, laugh, hurt, be angry, but most importantly, be supported and heard – that’s true magic.

The Women’s Initiative Clinician

Dignity

Harm reduction saves lives, and is essential to individuals who are using a substance, and our entire community. By providing comprehensive risk reduction education and resources,  community members can access the tools and services they need to make informed decisions with dignity, comprehension, and care.

Blue Ridge Health District Harm Reduction Leader