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VA Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation & Substance Abuse Services

DMHMRSAS
Office of Substance Abuse Services (OSAS)

"Dedicated to Bringing Evidence-based Programming to Communities throughout Virginia"

Prevention Services
1220 Bank Street
Richmond, Virginia 23218
Web site: http://www.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov

Community Services Boards &
Behavioral Health Authority

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Prevention Corner

Certification is a source of pride in accomplishment; a symbol to the community that the holder continues to develop the skills in working for the betterment of the community.

Board member of ICRC offering certifications for Certified Prevention Professionals ATOD and Generalists. Other certifications offered are CAC, CCJP, and CCS.

Regional Alcohol and Drug Awareness Resource Network (RADAR)

Numerous publications are in stock and can be sent to CSB's. Some of the publications include “TIPS FOR TEENS” pamphlets, “Facts for Parents”, “no ID, no tobacco, no excuses.” stickers. To contact, click on " RADAR" button to ask for information.

CONTACTS:

Hope Merrick
Prevention Manager, OSAS, Virginia DMHMRSAS
Phone: 804-786-1411
E-mail: Hope.Merrick@co.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov

Sheree Slater
Administrative Assistant
Phone: 804-225-2312
E-mail: Sheree.Slater@co.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov

Bernice Morgan
RADAR Network Coordinator
Phone: 804-371-0359
E-mail: Bernice.Morgan@co.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov

Rae Reed
Prevention Program Consultant
Phone: 804-225-2184
E-mail: Rae.Reed@co.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov

Mike Olsen
Prevention Program Consultant
Phone: 804-786-0050
E-mail: Michael.Olsen@co.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov

Marfel Barnett
Kit Prevention (formerly PBPS) Data Coordinator
Phone: 804-786-0918
E-mail: Marfel.Barnett@co.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov