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United Way of Southwest Virginia fights for the health, education and financial stability of every person in Southwest Virginia because they are the building blocks for a good quality of life.

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United Way of Southwest Virginia fights for the health, education and financial stability of every person in Southwest Virginia because they are the building blocks for a good quality of life.

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Virginia Heals and Virginia Heals Toolkit

Virginia Heals and Virginia Heals Toolkit

Online Course

Duration: 27 minutes

Price: FREE

Course Description

Martin Parker discusses the mission of Virginia HEALS - creating linked systems of care in which children who experience trauma receive coordinated support based on their individual needs.

United Way of Southwest Virginia (UWSWVA) is excited to announce a funding commitment of $4 million from Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia for the Workforce Development & Childcare Center. In addition to a childcare center, the 87,000-square-foot center will also house STEM labs for teacher training, Shared Services Alliance to support existing childcare centers, and an innovative, hands-on career simulation center to showcase local jobs and career paths for K-12. Read the full release at the link in our bio! View on Instagram Registration for Virginia’s Inaugural Community Schools Conference will close June 2! Don’t miss out on creating a blueprint for building schools that utilize the power of our communities to ensure that the needs of staff, students, and families are met. The event will feature a keynote delivered by Hasan Davis as well as a panel discussion with regional professionals from multiple sectors who will explore the power and potential of schools acting as community hubs. Register at the link in our bio! View on Instagram Abingdon, VA (May 19, 2023) – United Way of Southwest Virginia, Food City and the Town of Abingdon, Virginia, announced plans to transform the former Kmart building in Abingdon, VA into the anchor campus for a region-wide workforce initiative. United Way of Southwest Virginia purchased the property thanks to a partnership with Food City. “This is a critical moment for United Way of Southwest Virginia and the communities we serve,” shared Travis Staton, CEO and President. “It would not be possible without the generosity and support of Food City, who has partnered with us on the purchase of the property.” Food City partnered with United Way of Southwest Virginia to make the purchase of 87,000 square feet of usable space in a prime location at one of the busiest intersections in the town possible. To see the full press release, click the link: http://ow.ly/6ojg50Os9cq View on Instagram Abingdon, VA (May 19, 2023) – United Way of Southwest Virginia (UWSWVA), Food City, and the Town of Abingdon announced plans to transform the former Kmart building in Abingdon, VA into the anchor campus for a region-wide workforce initiative. United Way of Southwest Virginia purchased the property thanks to a partnership with Food City. “This is a critical moment for United Way of Southwest Virginia and the communities we serve,” shared Travis Staton, CEO and President. “It would not be possible without the generosity and support of Food City, who has partnered with us on the purchase of the property.” Food City partnered with United Way of Southwest Virginia to make the purchase of 87,000 square feet of usable space in a prime location at one of the busiest intersections in the town possible. To see the full press release, click the link in our bio! View on Instagram In partnership with @balladhealth, we are grateful to be able to provide Kinder Camps again this year! Districts hosting K-Camps include Norton City, Bristol City, and Smyth County. Along with all of the excitement of preparing children for kindergarten socially & emotionally, we will also be able to offer them the Amplify Boost literacy program that will lay the groundwork for foundational literacy skills they will need to be successful in the classroom and beyond. View on Instagram Protecting children from thirdhand smoke is critical for their overall health and well-being. Infants and young children are especially at risk of exposure to thirdhand smoke because of their high metabolism, time spent on the ground, and their tendency to put things in their mouths. To learn more and view helpful resources, visit the link in our bio. View on Instagram

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Abingdon, Virginia 24210

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