Community Resources

We connect mothers and families to trusted support services across Richmond and surrounding areas.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to start, this page is here to guide you-one step at a time.

Support is available. You don’t have to figure it out alone.

Mental Health Support

β€’ Same-day assessments available

β€’ Walk-in support services

β€’ Language support available

πŸ“ž Call: 804-727-8515

πŸ“ž Crisis Line: Dial 988

πŸ‘‰ If you are in immediate distress, please call 988 for support.

Need to talk to someone in person? These locations offer walk-in support:

Walk-In Locations

πŸ“ Woodman Center

10299 Woodman Rd, Glen Allen, VA

πŸ“ East Center

3908 Nine Mile Rd, Henrico, VA

πŸ“ Providence Forge

9403-A Pocahontas Trail

πŸ’΅ Financial Support

You may qualify for support such as:

  • SNAP (food benefits)

β€’ Medicaid

β€’ Energy assistance

β€’ Temporary family support

πŸ‘‰ Apply through your local Department of Social Services

🏒 Social Services

πŸ“Richmond Department of Social Services

900 E Marshall St

Richmond, VA 23219

πŸ“ž 804-646-7212

πŸ“Henrico Department of Social Services

8600 Dixon Powers Dr

Henrico, VA 23228

πŸ“ž 804-501-4001

πŸ“Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Department of Social Services

9501 Lucy Corr Cir

Chesterfield, VA 23832

πŸ“ž 804-748-1100

πŸ‘‰ Services may include food assistance (SNAP), Medicaid, energy assistance,

and family support programs.

πŸ‘Ά Diaper/Baby

Greater Richmond Diaper Bank

Provides essential baby supplies for families in need.

🀱 Postpartum Support

β€’ Emotional support

β€’ Peer support

β€’ Referrals

🌐 postpartumva.org

🚨 Domestic Violence

Safe Harbor

πŸ“ž 24-Hour Hotline Available

🌐 safeharborshelter.com

πŸ‘‰ Confidential support for those experiencing abuse

🏠 Housing Assistance

Housing Assistance

HOME (Housing Opportunities Made Equal)

πŸ“ž 804-354-0641

🌐 homeofva.org

πŸ‘Ά Childcare Support

Childcare Support

Child Care Aware of VA

🌐 childcareaware.org

βš–οΈ LEGAL

Legal Assistance

Legal Aid Justice Center

🌐 justice4all.org

☎️ HOTLINE

Statewide Resource Hotline

Dial 211

Connects you to:

β€’ Food

β€’ Housing

β€’ Healthcare

Need Help Getting Started?

Strong Mothers Need Support Too provides guidance and support in connecting you to available community resources.

We do not provide these services directly, but we are here to help you take the next step.

Clients are responsible for contacting organizations and completing any required applications.