Child Development Clinic | Dental | CDC| Family Planning | HIV/AIDS Testing | Immunization | Maternity | Pregnancy Tests | STD Testing and Treatment | TB Screening | Well Child Clinic | WIC Nutrition and Supplemental Food Progam
The Central Virginia Child Development Clinic is housed in the Lynchburg Health Department. It is one of 11 Child Development Clinics across Virginia funded through the Maternal and Child Health Bureau to provide services to children with special health care needs. A multidisciplinary team consisting of a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Social Worker, Education Specialist and Psychologists provide developmental, educational and behavioral assessments of children from birth through 21 years of age. This site also provides testing for autism, educational consultation, developmental disability waiver screenings, case management, an ADHD medication management clinic and short term counseling services. This team provides services to families in the following geographic areas: Cities of Bedford, Charlottesville and Lynchburg. Counties: Albemarle, Amherst, Amelia, Appomattox, Bedford, Buckingham, Campbell, Cumberland, Luneburg, Nelson, Nottoway and Prince Edward. Referrals may be made by families, physicians, schools, FAPT, counselors and other community and professional agencies by calling the clinic. All charges are based on income level and size of the family. Medicaid and FAMIS are accepted as well as most insurance. Contact Information: Phone: 434 947-2030 FAX: 434 947-2839 or by emailing the director: Gail.Briceland@vdh.virginia.gov
What
In collaboration with the Virginia Department of Health’s Division of Surveillance and Investigation (DSI), we provide surveillance, investigation, and follow up of communicable diseases that are reportable by medical providers and laboratories.
This includes:
• Community outreach, education, and in-services trainings
• Sexually transmitted disease (STD) treatment, counseling and referral
• Childhood and adult immunizations, counseling and referral
• Initial health assessment of all newly arriving immigrants with refugee or asylum status through the Virginia Newcomers Health Program. (VNHP)
Contact
Ryan Collins, District Epidemiologist
(434) 947-2692 or ryan.collins@vdh.virginia.gov
Links
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
www.cdc.gov
What
Dental care for children
Fees
Based on income
Call
(540) 586-7955
Links
Virginia Department of Health Division of Dental Health
http://www.vahealth.org/teeth/index.asp
What
Birth control methods are provided as part of yearly exam. Visit also includes Pap test, breast exam, screening for STDs, health education and counseling.
For Whom
Teens and women of childbearing age
Fees
Based on income.
Call
For information and to make an appointment:
Amherst
Appomattox
Bedford
Campbell
Lynchburg
Links
The National Women’s Health Information Center
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/birthcont.htm
What
Confidential testing and counseling for HIV and AIDS,
For Whom
Anyone
Fees
No charge for routine tesing
Call
For clinic times:
Amherst
Appomattox
Bedford
Campbell
Lynchburg
Toll-free to have questions answered by trained counselors:
Virginia HIV/STD/Viral Hepatitis Hotline
(800) 533-4148, Monday-Friday, 8:00-5:00 p.m.
Links
Virginia Department of Health Division of HIV, STD and Pharmacy Services
http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/Epidemiology/DiseasePrevention/Programs/STD/index.htm
What
The immunization program in Central Virginia provides the follwing services to the community:
For Whom
Immunizations are offered to infants, children, adolescents and adults. No appointment is needed for routine immunizations. The health department also offers immunizations for immigrants and travelers.
Immunization Hours
No appointment is needed for routine immunizations. Immigration patients and travelers seeking immunizations are REQUIRED to have an appointment. Please note immigration services and travel health immunizations are ONLY offered at the Lynchburg Health Department. Please contact each health department for immunization hours.
Fees
Please contact the health department business office regarding charges for immunizations. The health departments in Central Virginia participate with some major insurance carriers. If charges are applicable they are required to be paid at time of services. Most payment options are accepted.
Call
Amherst
Appomattox
Bedford
Campbell
Lynchburg
Additional Information
Links
Recommended Childhood Immunization Schedule
http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines
School and Day-Care Immunization Requirements
http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/epidemiology/immunization/
Travel Health Information
http://www.cdc.gov/travel/
General Vaccination Information
http://www.immunize.org
What
Pregnancy care includes:
For Whom
Pregnant teens and women who live in Bedford County/Bedford City
Fees
For more information and to make an appointment:
Bedford
Links
WIC
What
Pregnancy tests, Counseling, Referral
For Whom
Any female who thinks she may be pregnant
Fees
Flat fee
Call
For walk-in clinic times or to make an appointment:
Amherst
Appomattox
Bedford
Campbell
Lynchburg
Links
The National Women’s Health Information Center:
Pregnancy Tests
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/pregtest.htm
What
Confidential counseling, diagnosis and treatment for
sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
For Whom
Anyone
Fees
No charge for routine testing/treatment. Non-routine test or medications may have a charge.
Call
For clinic times:
Amherst
Appomattox
Bedford
Campbell
Lynchburg
Links
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
Sexually Transmitted Diseases Facts & Information
http://www.cdc.gov/nchstp/dstd/disease_info.htm
What
Screenings and skin tests to detect possible exposure to tuberculosis
For Whom
Children, teens and adults
Fees
There is a fee for the TB assessment and placement of the skin test.
Call
For clinic times:
Amherst
Appomattox
Bedford
Campbell
Lynchburg
**There are no skin tests placed on Thursday/Friday.**
Link
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Questions and Answers About TB” http://www.cdc.gov/nchstp/tb/faqs/qa.htm
What
Physical and developmental assessment at regular intervals. Health education for parents. School required immunizations are provided.
For Whom
Infants and young children
Fees
Based on income
Call
For clinic times:
Amherst
Appomattox
Bedford
Campbell
Lynchburg
What
WIC stands for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children.
The goal of the program is to improve the health of pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants and children (under 5 years) through better nutrition and access to health care. The program is funded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture and operated in Virginia through the Virginia Department of Health.
WIC provides:
For Whom
To be eligible for the WIC Program, applicants must meet categorical, residential, income and nutrition risk requirements.
To apply, you will need to bring some information to the WIC appointment:
Fees
None
Call
For clinic times and to make an appointment:
Amherst
Appomattox
Bedford
Campbell
Lynchburg
Links
“HealthBites” offers healthy eating tips and recipes for families with young children.
http://www.vahealth.org/wic/healthbites/welcome.htm