Inclement Weather Information
MHAfred follows the Fredericksburg City public schools’ recommendations for late openings and closures related to weather.
New Location
Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region offices have relocated to 150 Olde Greenwich Dr., Suite 102 Fredericksburg, VA 22408.
Action Planning for Prevention and Recovery
APPR is a self-directed recovery and wellness program that promotes personal awareness, health, and life transformation.
Free Lance-Star: Every servicemember knows ‘someone who has died by suicide’
“For me, it’s gutting because I have family members who are veterans,” said Barb Barlow, executive director of Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region.
Stress in America: Impact on Youth
“Subject matter experts have recommendations but MHAfred also wants to hear directly from the teens we are trying to help.” – Barb Barlow
Follow Us!
Our grantors and donors are essential partners with MHAfred. Their investments in our programs continue to ensure that these essential services remain available to our community.
Over the years, various funds of the Community Foundation have consistently supported Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region, including our own fund dedicated to Suicide Prevention. When donating to The Community Foundation, consider investing in one of these funds that support our work.
Mental Health America of Fredericksburg Suicide Prevention Fund
Vittoria Family Endowment Fund
Investments made by Mary Washington Hospital Foundation and Stafford Hospital Foundation in Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region continue to increase the community impact of our programs. For example, usage of MHAfred HELPLINE has risen by 728% from 2022 to 2024! Currently, they are funding youth services, including the first Youth Mental Health Conference.
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative granted funds to Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region to help support therapy services for teens.
You can learn more about this initiative by reading our blog! Click here.
‘Thank You’ to Our Sponsors
These businesses and individuals are supporting MHAfred’s free, local mental health programs. We couldn’t do it without you!
