Events
Prevention Forum 2025
The Prevention Forum will be held on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at the Virginia Horse Center from 8:30am-4:00pm.
The Prevention Forum is an annual event dedicated to empowering the community with knowledge and tools to combat substance use and promote mental health among youth. Hosted by the Rockbridge Area Prevention Coalition (RAPC), the forum brings together experts, local leaders, and families to address pressing issues affecting families today. Attendees gain insights into current substance use trends, recognize signs of risky behaviors, and learn effective strategies for initiating open and supportive conversations with youth. By fostering collaboration and education, the Prevention Forum serves as a vital platform for building a healthier, more informed community committed to supporting the well-being of its youth.
To register, click on the registration link below!
Click on the links below to view videos or photos from past years' events.
2025 Schedule and Speakers
Click on the links below to view the schedule or speakers from last year's event.
2024 Prevention Forum Photo Gallery
Bath County Veteran Dinner
Join us on July 31st at the Hot Springs Fire Department at 1730 for a free Veteran Dinner. This event aims to provide an opportunity for fellowship and to support veteran mental health and wellness by creating an environment where veterans can come together and learn about various topics or resources available to them. This event is sponsored by Veteran Peer Support Services at Rockbridge Area Community Services.
All veterans are invited to bring a guest.
When: Thursday, July 31st
Where: Hot Springs Fire Department
Time: 1730
RSVP is required by July 22nd
Drug Take Back
Bring your expired, unused and unwanted medication to the Drug Take Back events in April and October for safe disposal! More information coming soon about the next Drug Take Back event happening at a location near you.
Our community also have 6 permanent medication drop box locations that you can dispose of medications throughout the year. Check out the locations by clicking on the button below.
Monthly Veteran Breakfast
Join us every 2nd Tuesday of the month at the VFW building (105 Memorial Lane Lexington, VA 24450) at 0830 for a free Veteran Breakfast. This new initiative has been aimed at supporting veteran mental health and wellness by creating an environment where veterans can come together and learn about various topics or resources available to them in our community. This event has served as a platform for offering veterans the supports, resources and information specific to veteran mental health in order to help each individual thrive and feel connected to their community. This event is sponsored by Veteran Peer Support Services at Rockbridge Area Community Services and is located at the VFW building in Lexington unless otherwise noted (VFW membership is not required). Updates are posted on our Facebook/Instagram channels.
Family and Caregiver Support Group
Join other parents and caregivers on the 3rd Saturday of each month in a relaxed atmosphere to talk about the challenges and joys of raising children with special needs. Presentation and discussion topics can include anything from waivers and assistive technology to behaviors but will be ultimately by determined by the group.
Mental Health Walk - May 9, 2025
Thank you for joining us this past May 9th at Jordan's Point Park for fun-filled family activities, a community walk starting at 6pm, food and more! Each year, the purpose of our community walk is to lift each other up and support those who have been impacted in some way by mental health challenges. You are welcome to walk as an individual, with family, with friends, or even as part of an agency team. Working together as a community, we can reduce the stigma around mental health and foster an environment where those who need help feel comfortable reaching out to receive it. We hope to see you all next year!
