{"id":24188,"date":"2026-05-05T09:40:30","date_gmt":"2026-05-05T13:40:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/richmond-city\/?p=24188"},"modified":"2026-05-05T09:41:13","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T13:41:13","slug":"take-action-for-adolescents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/richmond-city\/2026\/05\/05\/take-action-for-adolescents\/","title":{"rendered":"Take Action for Adolescents"},"content":{"rendered":"

Richmond City Health District (RCHD), part of Richmond and Henrico Health Districts (RHHD) recognizes National Adolescent Health Month<\/a> by highlighting services and programs that support the health and well-being of Richmond youth. National Adolescent Health Month creates a space for adults to come together and learn more about ways they can best support our youth. If you\u2019re an adult looking for a guide for action steps that you can take, the U.S Department of Human Services has a great resource called Take Action for Adolescents: A Call to Action for Adolescent Health and Well-Being<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cThrough technology and social media, our youth face online predators, cyberbullying, and self-confidence issues,\u201d said Richmond and Henrico Health District Adolescent Health Coordinator Cindy Pulido. \u201cWe, as adults, must be sensitive to these mental health challenges and equip ourselves with tools to help. Taking care of our youth means more than meeting their basic needs\u2014it means showing them respect, empathy, and compassion.”<\/p>\n

RCHD Adolescent Health<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The RCHD Adolescent Health Team works with Richmond youth ages 12 to19 through partnerships with local non-profits, middle and high schools, foster care programs and other organizations. The team helps equip youth with information, support, and connections that promote healthier outcomes.
\nServices include health education on the topics affecting our Richmond youth, including:<\/p>\n