This Board is one of 40 local community services board throughout the Commonwealth which have been established in accordance with the Code of Virginia to oversee public, community-based mental health, mental retardation and substance abuse services. The Board consists of 12 citizens, appointed by the elected boards of supervisors in each of the three supporting counties. A variety of funding sources supports the provision of services. The majority of funding is provided by the local governments of Henrico, Charles City, and New Kent counties and the Virginia Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services. Other sources of revenue include client fees, third-party payments by insurnace companies, Medicaid, and Medicare.
Organizations benefiting from consultation and training services also provide support.
We envision a diverse community where all people are valued, sage, and treated with dignity, respect, and equality. We seek to serve the community with compassion and respect, offering efficient, effective, and affordable services. We welcome and actively seek out information from customers concerning their needs. To achieve the Agency's vision, we believe that we must be accessible and responsive to our diverse customers. We are committed to excellence, professionalism, and continuous improvement, and we strive to be a high-quality organization.