If you or someone you know is thinking of suicide: Call or Text 988.

To heighten awareness and educate our community

Promoting healthy choices among youth in the Alleghany Highlands

Who We Are

A community-driven initiative dedicated to empowering young people

The Alleghany Highlands Healthy Youth Coalition was founded in March 2017 following the analysis of the Alleghany County Community Readiness Assessment and the Alleghany County/Covington City Youth Risk Behavior Survey results. We unite schools, families, and local organizations to build environments that strengthen resilience and support informed decision-making — helping young people lead safe, healthy, and drug-free lives.

Founded

March 2017

Chair

April Miller

Funding

VA Dept. of Behavioral Health

Founded

March 2017

Chair

April Miller

Funding

VA Dept. of Behavioral Health

Campaigns for Youth

Programs Designed for Young People

Suicide Prevention

Medication Permanent Drop Box

Unused medications can be placed in a MedReturn drop box located at the Covington Police Department, Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office, and Clifton Forge Police Department 24/7.

Suicide Prevention

Counter Tools

Aims to reduce the detrimental impact of unhealthy substances such as tobacco and alcohol at the consumer’s primary point of exposure and access in the retail environment.

Suicide Prevention

Red Ribbon Week

Red Ribbon Week is an alcohol, tobacco, smoking, and other drug and violence prevention awareness campaign observed annually in October in the United States.

Find Out More

For Parents & Adults

Community Programs for Families

Suicide Prevention

Lock and Talk

Encouraging parents and adults to have open conversations with youth about mental health and suicide while securing access to lethal means at home.

Opioid Prevention

Lock Your Meds

Teaching families to safely store and dispose of prescription medications to prevent misuse and reduce the risk of opioid abuse in our community.

Free Community Trainings

Building Skills That Save Lives

Adverse Childhood Experiences

Learn how trauma affects the brain, the ACE Study, and Resiliency in this 3-hour interactive training.

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

Two-day interactive workshop in suicide first aid. Learn to recognize suicidal ideation and develop a safety plan with someone at risk.

Mental Health First Aid (Adult)

Recognize mental health challenges in adults 18+. Covers anxiety, depression, psychosis, and addictions — and how to provide initial help.

Mental Health First Aid (Youth)

For adults working with adolescents ages 12–18. Covers anxiety, depression, substance use, ADHD, and eating disorders.

Campaigns for Youth

Programs Designed for Young People

First Thursday of every month — Alleghany Highlands Healthy Youth Coalition meeting at 12:30 at Cucci’s (following monthly CAPP meeting).

Community Resources

Helpful Documents & Guides

Live Well Alleghany Highlands Resource Guide

Comprehensive guide to health and
wellness resources available
throughout the Alleghany Highlands
region.

RCAHD Community Health Assessment

The Rockbridge Area Community Health District’s assessment of community health needs and priorities for the region.

CTC Executive Summary

Communities That Care executive summary for the Alleghany Highlands — key findings and community health priorities.

CTC Risk & Protective Factors

Detailed analysis of risk and protective factors affecting youth in Alleghany County and Covington City.