Events

“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.”
~ C.S. Lewis


National Drug Take Back Day

Saturday, October 26, 2024
10:00am – 2:00pm
Event Information & Locations

On Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), we will host Drug Take Back Day events at three different locations within Henrico. Come stop by any of these locations to safely and anonymously dispose of your unneeded, or old prescription drugs to ensure they do not end up in the wrong hands.

Hidden in Plain Sight

Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Deep Run High School
5:30pm Meet & Greet
6:00pm Presentation
More Information

Free Henrico County community initiative to help educate parents on possible signs of alcohol and other drug use by teens. A teenager’s bedroom is replicated to allow parents to learn about indicators of alcohol and other drug use. Discover how alcohol and other drugs can easily be hidden in a teenager’s bedroom and learn of ways to engage in proactive and healthy discussions to prevent risky behaviors.                                                             

Recovery 101

Everything you need to know about Substance Use Disorder and Recovery. This is a Free & Open meeting. All are welcome!

Narcan and REVIVE Training Available!

Time: 1PM-2PM
Contact us for more information: 804-750-4680 or [email protected]

Topics of Discussion

  • Medication assisted treatment
  • Recovery resources local to Henrico
  • What is a certified peer recovery specialist and the value of lived experience
  • Current substance trends and treatment
  • Tolerance vs Dependence
  • Multiple pathways to recovery
  • SAMHSA’s eight dimensions of wellness
  • Helping a loved one with Substance Use Disorder

Libbie Mill Library

2100 Libbie Lake East Street
Henrico, VA 23230

Thursday, November 7th
Tuesday, December 10th

Fairfield Library

1401 N. Laburnum Avenue
Henrico, VA 23223

Wednesday, October 23rd

Bounce Back with AcuWellness

Community members (18+) are welcome to participate. No RSVP needed. You will be asked to sign a consent form when you arrive.

1st Wednesday of each month at 12PM
Richmond Medical Park, 2010 Bremo Road, Suite 122, Henrico, VA 23226 (Room 3)

3rd Wednesday of each month at 12PM
Woodman Location, 10299 Woodman Road, Glen Allen VA 23060 (Conference Room C)

4th Friday of each month at 2pm
East Center, 3908 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, VA 23223 (Room 119)

AcuWellness is a 5-needle protocol which is a specialized form of acupuncture. It uses 5 thin, sterile, single use needles placed on different points to each outer ear. The needles are generally left in place for 35 to 45 minutes. This protocol helps ease stress, improve balance, clarity, relaxation, and more.

Revive Training

Please call 804-727-8515 to request a Revive! Virtual Training class through Henrico Area Mental Health and Developmental Services.

Recovery is for Everyone: Every Person, Every Family, Every Community”