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“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

Feb 23, 2025

“Subject matter experts have recommendations but MHAfred also wants to hear directly from the teens we are trying to help.” – Barb Barlow

Support Groups with Mary Washington Grief Support Services

Feb 12, 2025

Grief support remains a vital service needed across our community, and many followers of MHAfred have expressed their need for grief support groups.

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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

The Duff McDuff Green, Jr. Fund

Behavioral Health Fund

David Morgan 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.