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The Cumberland County Connection
- Community Guide -
Winter/Spring Issue 2023
* County Special Events * Parks and Recreation Programs * Community Resources *
WWW.CUMBERLANDCOUNTY.VIRGINIA.GOV 804-492-3800
Board of Supervisors
Letter from the County Administrator District 1
Winter and Spring are quickly approaching and while Brian Stanley, Chair
the weather outside may be frightful, there is plenty to be
District 2
delightful about.
Ronald Tavernier
Parks and Recreation is hard at work creating programs
and offering amenities for all ages, interests, and skill levels. District 3
In addition to the programming, staff have been hard at work Eurika Tyree, Vice-Chair
readying the County’s free cardio and weight room which will District 4
be made available for residents to use at specified times
Gene Brooks
during the day. Be sure to check out all of the programs and
events being offered by our community partners and the state District 5
parks! Robert Saunders, Jr.
There are plenty of opportunities to discover your own County Administrator
backyard, discover your Independence, and most importantly,
Derek L. Stamey
discover Cumberland County.
Sincerely,
Derek Stamey
Cumberland County
Table of Contents Administrative Offices
Page 3 Cumberland County News 1 Courthouse Circle
Page 4 Cumberland County Public Schools Cumberland, Va 23040
Page 5 Bear Creek Lake State Park Phone: 804-492-3800
Fax: 804-492-9224
Pages 6-9 Parks and Recreation
Page 12-14 Virginia Cooperative Extension
Up to the minute County News and
Page 15 Special Events Information can be found on the
Page 16-17 Cumberland County Public Library Cumberland County website:
www.cumberlandcounty.virginia.gov
Page 18-23 Community Resources Pages
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Cumberland County News and Updates!
New Parks Set to Open in Spring 2023 Cumberland Names New Fire Chief
Cumberland County is pleased to announce On November 15, 2022, the
that three new parks are in the works . Cumberland County Board of
Each local community focused park will Supervisors appointed Mr.
include a playground, swings, picnic Stephen “Andy “ Aigner as
shelters and walking trails for all citizens the County’s fire Chief.
and visitors to enjoy.
Mr. Aigner, a resident of Amelia
Parks will be located Courthouse, brings over 25 years of
in Cartersville (13 professional public safety experience to
Samuels Drive), at Cumberland County including previous
the Luther P Jackson stints as the Chief of Fire and EMS in King
Community Center, William and Isle of Wight Counties and
and on the southern the Director of Fire, EMS, and Emergency
end of the County Management in Prince George County. In
adjacent to the Randolph transfer station. addition, Mr. Aigner served Hanover
County Fire and EMS for over 10 years in
multiple positions including logistics, the
fire marshal’s office, and as an operational
battalion chief. Mr. Aigner is a certified
fire marshal and is a highly sought-after
instructor for fire training programs
primarily focusing on volunteer fire
academies. Mr. Aigner is a certified ALS
Many thanks to all of those within the provider and he currently serves as a
community that participated in the Parks volunteer fire fighter for Amelia County.
and Recreation Master Plan process as your
feedback and input was critical to the Fire and EMS Recognized
development of park amenities and
locations. Cumberland County’s Unified Fire and
EMS System was recognized by the
Randolph Fire Station Renovation Update Virginia Association of Counties for its
Success and Outstanding Achievement.
Renovations to the Randolph Volunteer Fire
Department are underway with a 6 month
The award, the first for Cumberland
estimated time for completion anticipated.
County since 2008, recognized
achievement in the development of
The project, fully funded through the use of
citizen focused programming that can be
ARPA funding and at no cost to County
duplicated and benchmarked for other
taxpayers, will allow for 24 hour EMS
localities to follow.
coverage year round at that specific
location. 3
Cumberland County Public Schools
1541 Anderson Highway
Cumberland, VA 23040
804-492-4212
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Upcoming Programs
January Highlights: First Day Hike. There is no
parking fee on January 1, 2022. Bear Creek Hall
will be open at 9 a.m., so you can get trail guides
and other park information before setting off on
your personal trail adventure. From 11 a.m. until 1
p.m., the Friends of Bear Creek Lake will be on
hand with refreshments and camaraderie. Two
separate ranger-led hikes will be offered, both
beginning at 11 a.m., and both departing from Bear
Creek Hall. Each hike will last about 45 minutes.
"Tree Tips" is a winter tree identification walk.
Bear Creek Lake State Park is nestled Visitors with mobility concerns can take part in
a 12:30 p.m. stationary "Tree Tips" program at
in the heart of the Cumberland State Forest in the Hall.
Cumberland County, Virginia. It's the perfect
getaway for the outdoor enthusiast. Activities
center on the 40-acre lake with a boat launch, "Wild Walking" will engage youth as they prowl
fishing pier, boat rentals and a swimming beach. the trail while moving the way different forest
Other attractions include a meeting facility, cabins, animals move.
camping, picnicking, an archery range and
playgrounds. Guests also enjoy the park's trails and Cumberland Plunge.
access to the adjoining 16,000-acre Cumberland Presented by Bear Creek Lake State Park and
Cumberland County Recreation Dept. Kick off
State Forest, including the 14-mile Cumberland the new year in a cool way – a plunge into Bear
Multi-use Trail, which is available for hiking, biking Creek Lake. Be on lake beach by 2:00 p.m. on
and horseback riding. The park regularly offers a January 1, 2023. When the whistle blows, all
variety of educational programs. participants will plunge into the lake just for the
bragging rights. Once back on the beach they can
warm up around the bonfire. There is no advanced
sign-up or fee to participate. Swimming in Bear
Website: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/ Creek Lake is available all year round at the
swimmer’s own risk and only in the designated
bear-creek-lake be found at: https://bit.ly/30ykfup swim area at the beach.
Parking is free on January 1, 2023.
February Highlight: February 11, 2023. Annual
Blue Bird House Making workshop presented in
partnership with the Virginia Master Naturalist
Central Piedmont Chapter. For information, please
contact joajonz1@gmail.com
Mid-March Highlight: Archery instruction and
other outdoor skills activities, as well as regularly
scheduled ranger-led programs, will begin for the
year.
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Cumberland County Parks and Recreation Programs
Cumberland County
Fishin’ Rodeo takes place the first Saturday in June
Public Recreation Facilities @ Bear Creek Lake State Park. Make sure to
register your Adult/Child team for this fun family
Bear Creek State Park event. Registration will open March 15, 2023
22 Bear Creek Lake Rd., Cumberland, VA 23040;
Phone: 804-492-4410; “Cumberland Spice of Lifers”
Email: BearCreek@dcr.virginia.gov
Come out for a few hours of board games with our
High Bridge Trail State Park “Spice of Lifers.” This group is for our 60 and over
residents who are looking for an opportunity to
(Mailing address) 6888 Green Bay Rd., Green Bay, VA meet & socialize with other people their age.
23942; Phone: 434-315-0457;
Meets the first Thursday of the month @ the LPJ
Email: highbridgetrail@dcr.virginia.gov Complex Café from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Cartersville Boat Ramp
2396 Cartersville Road Monday Morning Movement
Cartersville, VA 23027 Description: You know the old saying, “Move it or
Lose it!” In this class we move it, so we don’t lose
Columbia Boat Ramp
the ability to move it! Start the week off right with
Route 690 and James River some light to moderate movement, stretching, and
calisthenics. We start class with light stretch holds,
Columbia, VA followed by more dynamic stretches and
Madison Sports Complex (MSC) movements, and then we moderately rev it up to
get your heart rate going. And to finish, we
6 Old Buckingham Road cooldown with more muscle stretches/release.
Cumberland, Va 23040 Equipment: Outside or Inside—Foam Rollers, Yoga
Blocks (equipment to make stretches easier for
Luther P Jackson School/Community Center (LPJ) folks who are a little more immobile)
71 Community Center Drive Participants: ANY FITNESS LEVEL. This class would
especially benefit older people, people with
chronic movement issues, and people recovering
from injury. Ages 40 and up Class is held in the
Café at the LPJ Complex on Mondays from 9:00 am
– 10:00 am -6 weeks/$50
Baseball/Softball Registration Program Registration requires a completed registration
will open January 1, 2023 form and payment prior to participation in the program.
Registration is required 1 week before the program.
and will close March 5, 2023
Financial assistance is available upon request.
All Fees must be paid by registration closing.
Questions? Contact Sonya Gray, Recreation Director at
(804) 492-9345 or sgray@cumberlandcounty.virginia.gov
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Cumberland Cooperative Extension
A Taste of 4-H
During Fall
2022,
Cumberland 4
-H offered a
variety of in-
school and
after-school
programs for youth in Cumberland. In
1548 Anderson Highway partnership with Ms. Michelle Yancy, 6th
Cumberland, VA 23040 grade Social Studies, an archaeology
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
program was offered focusing on the daily
Monday - Friday life of indigenous people. Using resources
from the Department of Historic
Main Office: (804) 492-4390 Resources, 6th graders studied replicas of
Fax: (804) 492-5718 artifacts found in the Commonwealth.
Pictured is a 6th grade student
Upcoming 4-H Programs
investigating pieces of pottery.
Winter in the Woods Camp is being offered
As a compliment to
on December 3-4 at Holiday Lake 4-H Center.
this in-school
This camp is open to youth from 9 – 13 years program, an
of age. It will focus on wildlife and nature as Archaeology Field
well as crafts, cookie making, and hiking. Day was offered.
Cumberland 4-H is partnering with local home Students had the
school families to offer a Home School Club. A opportunity to experience throwing a
Family Engagement Event is being planned for spear with an atlatl, making cordage,
November and club meetings will begin in shooting arrows with a long bow and
January 2023. 4-H Club will meet once a attempting to make fire with a replica of a
month beginning in January 2023 and focus bow tool. Pictured are students trying to
will be on Health and Wellness, Natural make fire.
Resources and Outdoor Education, Arts and
Crafts and Leadership. During a recent canoe trip, Cumberland 4-
H cooperated with Buckingham 4-H, Peter
If you are interested in learning more about Francisco Soil and Water District and with
Winter in the Woods Camp or Home School the Chesapeake Bay Foundation to offer
Club, please email Linda Eanes at youth an opportunity to spend the day on
leanes@vt.edu or call the Cumberland the James River and to learn the
Extension Office at 804-492-4390. importance of protecting our waterways.
12Agriculture and Natural Resources
Interested in having a REAL Holiday Tree
PFSWCD No-Till Drill this year?
The drill will be out for winter maintenance This time of year, families are searching
from December 19th through the month of for just the right tree to kick off the
January 2023. Once the drill returns we will holiday season! According to Virginia
be taking calls to schedule pick up for spring Grown, Christmas tree farming is a HUGE
planting season. Please call our office at 804- industry, and Virginia ranks 10th in the
492-4390 to reserve your spot. nation (2016). There are more than a
million trees harvested from farms all
Starting a Small Ruminant Meat Enterprise: over the state each year. In 2016, there
Virginia Cooperative Extension in partnership were more than 7 million trees planted in
with Virginia State University will be hosting Virginia. There are about 350,000 acres
a workshop on the information needed for of Christmas trees grown in the nation.
starting a small ruminant meat enterprise. Each acre can provide enough oxygen for
This workshop will be held on December 1st 18 people! Here in Cumberland, we are
at the BARN (11851 W. James Anderson Hwy. fortunate enough to have our very own
Buckingham, VA 23921) from 9:00AM to Christmas tree farm: Nuckols Christmas
4:00PM with lunch being served around 12. Tree Plantation.
This workshop is free to participants. If you plan to harvest a tree this year,
Registration is required at the following link: here are a few things to keep in mind:
https://tinyurl.com/VCESheepGoat or scan make a fresh cut on the trunk of the tree
the QR code. and place in a bucket of water, keep away
SPACE IS LIMITED, SO RESERVE YOUR SPOT from heat sources (fireplace, tv,
ASAP! woodstove), make sure lights are working
properly, unplug all lights before bed and
Participants will learn how before you leave home. There are a
to begin a farm business number of varieties available for our
and about small ruminant area: Colorado Blue spruce, Norway
breed selection, housing, spruce, Balsam fir, Canaan fir, Concolor
equipment, fencing, fir, Douglas fir, Fraser fir, Scotch pine,
feeding, and marketing. They will understand Virginia pine, white pine, Leyland
the importance of herd health and cypress.
reproduction in their operation and will also
be trained on hoof trimming, body condition If you are in search of the perfect tree,
scoring, drenching, lambing/kidding, and stop by our office and grab the Virginia
FAMACHA. Grown Christmas Tree Guide!!
If you are interested in an online FAMACHA For additional information about Extension
training, please contact our office so we can related clubs, programs, and events, please
send you instructions on complete the online visit our webpage at
training!
https://cumberland.ext.vt.edu
13Cumberland Cooperative Extension
Winter Weather Do’s and Don’ts:
In case of winter weather, keep these things in
mind to prepare yourself and your family:
-3-days of food and water
available for family and pets
and update emergency kit(s).
-Keep extra clothing, blankets,
and sleeping bags handy
-Keep batter/solar/crank radio on hand for
weather updates.
-Insulate exposed water pipes to avoid freezing More upcoming/ongoing programs:
-Develop family communication plan.
-Keep vehicles fueled but avoid traveling if Virginia Forage and Grassland
possible Council 2023 Conference: Scan for
-Keep generators outdoors and at least 20ft details!
away from doors.
-Avoid use of space heaters, gas logs, open
A Taste of Farming Series- Season
flame fire places, and kerosene heaters while
2: Scan for more details!
unattended or sleeping
-Not eating food from fridge or freezer after it
has been above 40˚for more than 2 hours. If November Forage Tips from UK
your freezer or refrigerator has been above 40˚ Forage News: Scan for details!
for more than 2 hours, the power comes back,
and you want to know what is safe to keep or
throw out—Check out this QR code for more
details.
Download the Ready Virginia App to stay up to
date and make family plans. Also stay up to date
by calling 511 or www.511Virginia.org.
For additional information about Extension
related clubs, programs, and events, please
visit our webpage at
https://cumberland.ext.vt.edu
14Reding of the First Call for Independence will take place on the front Courthouse lawn at Noon.
Lisa Davis, Director
Cumberland County Public Library
1539 Anderson Hwy Children’s and Youth Christmas Workshop:
P.O. Box 98 Wednesday: December 14 (4 – 5 PM)
Cumberland, VA 23040
Designed for children and youth, this in-person session will offer
804-492-5807 them a chance to make several Christmas ornaments with all
cumberlandlibraryva@gmail.com materials and a snack provided for a cost of $5.00. Registration is
required with the fee paid at least two days before the class will be
Library Hours of Operation:
held.
Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm Adult Christmas Workshop: Thursday: December 15 (4 – 5 PM)
Tues 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed 9:00 am - 6:00 pm This in-person session will offer adults the opportunity to make a
Thurs 9:00 am - 6:00 pm small Christmas wreath or centerpiece and at least one Christmas
Fri 9:00 am - 6:00 pm ornament with all materials provided for a fee of $5.00.
Sat 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Registration is required with the fee paid at least two days before
Sun CLOSED
the class will be held.
Computer Basics Class: Monday: January 9 (10 – 11 AM)
Designed for the novice computer user, this free in-person class will
discuss the parts of a computer and their purpose as well as how to
protect your computer from damage. The basics of the Windows
operating system will also be reviewed. Registration is required.
Genealogy Class:
Wednesday: January 4, February 1, March 1, April 5 (10:00 AM) Toddler/Pre-School Story Time:
Held on Wednesdays, this free four-session in-person workshop will Tuesday: January 10, February 14, March 14, April 11 (10 – 11 AM)
present basic skills about tracing your ancestors and the resources Designed for children from 2 up to 5 years of age, this free in-
that are available. The first one-hour class will entail learning about person story time will feature seasonal stories and activities.
the basics of genealogy and what information you need to have, Parents are encouraged to participate.
while later classes will involve the use of online resources (such as
Registrations are required by the Wednesday before each Saturday
Ancestry.com) and what records to look for as well as print
event and will be limited to 30 total children (with at least one
materials that can be found in local or state libraries and museums.
parent or guardian responsible for each family group). The parent
Registration is required. or guardian can buy a lunch for $4.00 on the day of the event.
Grant Writing Class: Internet Safety & Security Class: Monday: April 10 (10 – 11 AM)
Monday: February 27, March 27, April 24, May 22 (5:30 – 6:30 PM) While also covering various Internet browsers and their key
components, this free in-person class will review best practices for
This free four-session class (taught in-person or by Zoom) will
using email, shopping online and safeguarding online accounts in
provide individuals with the basic information needed to write a
order to keep your personal information from being obtained
grant. As part of the class, those participating will have the
illegally. Since space is limited, registration is required.
opportunity to use a grant clearinghouse to locate a grant for which
they may be eligible to apply. Registration is required.
16Children’s Carnival:
Saturday: January 14, February 11 (11 AM to 1 PM)
Designed for children from age 5 to 12 with an admission price of Calendar of Activities
$5.00 each, all children will be given lunch and 20 game tickets for January
the carnival games. Prize tickets earned from playing the games can 2 – Library closed for New Year’s
be exchanged for a variety of items. Additional game tickets will be 4 – Genealogy Class - Class 1
available for sale. Registration and payment of admission fees for 9 – Computer Basics Class
children are required by the Wednesday before each Saturday event 10 – Toddler/Pre-School Story Time
and will be limited to 30 total children (with at least one parent or 14 – Children’s Carnival
guardian responsible for each family group). The parent or guardian 16 – Library Closed – Martin Luther King Day
can buy a lunch for $4.00 on the day of the event. 19 – Free Weekday Matinee
23 – Financial Management - Class 1
Free Weekday Matinee:
27 – Library closed – Volunteer & Staff Training
Thursday: January 19, February 16, March 16, April 20 (10 AM – 12 30 – Financial Management - Class 2
noon)
Designed for adults, the library will be showing a current/new movie February
on the third Thursday of each month through April in the library’s 1 – Genealogy Class – Class 2
meeting room. Space is limited, so pre-registration is required. 6 – Financial Management - Class 3
Popcorn and water will be provided. Attendees may provide their 8 – Adult Crafting Workshop
own soda or other non-alcoholic beverages. 11 – Children’s Carnival
13 – Financial Management - Class 4
Financial Management Class:
14 – Toddler/Pre-School Story Time
Monday: January 23, January 30, February 6, February 13 (5:30 –
16 – Free Weekday Matinee
6:30 PM)
20 – Library closed for Presidents’ Day
Let’s talk about money. This free four-session class (taught in- 27 – Grant Writing Class - Class 1
person or by Zoom) will provide individuals with the basic
information needed to examine their finances by focusing on why March
and where we spend money while looking at both income and 1 – Genealogy Class – Class 3
expenses. By the end of the class, participants will have a better idea 8 – Adult Crafting Workshop
about setting up a basic budget and how they can establish a plan to 13 – Samsung Phone Class
pay off outstanding bills. 14 – Toddler/Pre-School Story Time
16 – Free Weekday Matinee
Adult Crafting Workshop:
20 – Program – Memory Loss v. Dementia:
Wednesday: February 8, March 8, April 12 (10 – 11 AM) Normal v. Not Normal
This free in-person workshop will be held each month for adults to 27 – Grant Writing Class – Class 2
try a new craft or learn a new technique. Since space is limited,
registration is required. April
Samsung Phone Class: Monday: March 13 (10 – 11 AM) 5 – Genealogy Class – Class 4
7 – Library closing at 1 PM for Good Friday
Designed for the novice Samsung phone user, this free in-person
8 – Library closed for Easter
class will discuss the parts and features of a Samsung phone and
10 – Internet Safety & Security Class
their purpose as well as how to protect your phone from damage.
11 – Toddler/Pre-School Story Time
The basics of the Android operating system will also be reviewed.
12 – Adult Crafting Workshop
Since space is limited, registration is required.
17 – Program – Keeping Your Brain Healthy
Brain Health Series: Monday: March 20, April 17 (5:30 – 6:30 PM) 20 – Free Weekday Matinee
This set of free in-person programs led by clinician Marion Kyner 22 – Library closed for Patriot Day
will cover the differences between memory loss and dementia as 24 – Grant Writing Class – Class 3
well as how to keep your brain healthy as you age. Since space is 29 – Sweets in the Stacks library fundraiser
limited, registration is required.
17CUMBERLAND COUNTY VIRGINIA MUSEUM CUMBERLAND COUNTY RURITAN CLUB
AND VISITORS CENTER AND THE LOG CABIN
The Cumberland Museum and Visitor’s Center is located in The latest project of the Cumberland Ruritan Club is The
the old Clerk’s Office between the Cumberland Office Build- Log Cabin!! In the early 1940’s there was a discussion
ing and the Courthouse. In searching history of this building headed by Mr. C. W. McDonald who was principal of
on November 24, Cumberland High School on the need for a community
1834 in the Court
building. The outcome was a log cabin on school property
Order Books it is
stated that “Sale to which was built by the Ruritan Club and the Parent-
William B. Hobson Teacher Association. The community was very generous
of old Clerk’s Office with building materials and supplies. Alvin Vogel was in
approved and con- charge with the work done largely by the National Youth
tract with Valentine
Association boys and community volunteers. The total
Parrish to build new
Clerk’s office for cost for
$2000.00 ap- construction
proved.” It was to be completed by the 24th of November was
1835. approximately
The building has had many uses since that time. At the pre- $720.
sent time the county owns the building and the Museum
Board and Cumberland County Historical Society use it as a The log cabin
museum and visitor’s center was used as a
for the county. Displays are school lunch
changed during the year and room and
citizens are asked to contrib-
community
ute artifacts from the county
to keep interesting displays meeting place from the early 1940’s until the 1960’s when
for all to see. The historical a school cafeteria was included with the new addition to
society has published two the school. The log cabin was then used as a teacher’s
large hardback books on lounge, home economics classroom and eventually a
Cumberland County and Its People and 4 supplements to computer lab. When the new middle/high school complex
these books. The books contain much history of the county,
was completed in 2008 the log cabin was given to the
schools, churches, organizations and people.
Ruritan Club by the school system which allowed the club
The society has also published 29 bulletins which cover the
to relocate the cabin on school property rather than being
meetings of the
society and re- torn down.
searched articles of The Ruritan Club paid for moving the cabin and added a
Cumberland histo-
deck and porch to the structure with many donations from
ry. There is a large
collection of Cum- former students of CHS. Recently a new floor has been
berland High added and a heat pump has been installed, the club
School yearbooks continues to solicit funds from former Cumberland High
on hand for those School students with the hopes of adding a bathroom and
who would like to
kitchenette. Many former students sent donations to buy
revisit their school
years. The Museum subscribes to: Ancestry.com (both the chairs and tables for the building. We also need manual
United States and World) for family research as well as Gene- labor to help with some projects on the outside of the
alogybank.com which is a site of thousands of newspapers building. Many former students live around the area and
that contain history of families and individuals from the be- we hope some will be willing to give their time and help
ginning of newspaper publishing. We invite travelers and
with construction of the addition and repairs.
community members to visit the museum and to do research
on their family history.
Membership is available for those who wish to belong to Historical Markers in Cumberland County can be found at the
the society at $20 per year.
following website:
https://www.stoppingpoints.com/va/Cumberland/
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Partner with Feed More, Inc. and part of Cumberland Community Cares at 1550 Anderson Highway in Cumberland.
The Emergency Food Assistance Program {TEFAP, and CSFP) are
the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Friday of the month at 9:30 a.m.
The mobile pantry is every 4th Friday at 9:30 a.m. provided by
Feed More.
The Market is on Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. for individuals who need
additional services that are provided by Feed More Direct Store
Program and donations.
CUMBERLAND PATH Programs
PATH (Positive Attitude Towards Health), includes
• Delma’s Kids Mondays 4 pm-5:30 pm
• Tuesday Market
• Wellness
• PATH Community Market
• Community Garden;
• Covid Vaccinations
• Vouchers for Veggies.
For more information:
Phone: (804} 385-9421
Facebook: Cumberland Community Cares Delmas Kids
Websites: delmaspantry.com
Cumberlandpath.com
1550 Anderson Highway, Cumberland, Va 23040
2021
Dr. Maria Almond,
maria.almond@vdh.virginia.gov,
(434) 392-3984 X 131
www.vdh.virginia.gov/piedmont
Social media: www.instagram.com/piedmontvdh, www.facebook.com/
piedmontvdh
Services offered: Environmental Health, Family Planning, STD/STI testing & treatment, HIV/
AIDS testing, immunizations, Women, Infants & Children (WIC), Population health & outreach,
Emergency preparedness, Vital records (birth, death, marriage, divorce), Communicable & re-
portable disease surveillance The Piedmont Health District is the health department serving
the counties of Amelia, Buckingham, Charlotte, Cumberland, Lunenburg, Nottoway and Prince
Edward. It offers vaccinations, family planning & sexual health services, environmental health
assistance, Women, Infants & Children (WIC), community outreach, vital records, and other
overall health services. For more information call the general information hotline at (434) 392-
8187 x 137 or email Bri Marcum at briauna.marcum@vdh.virginia.gov.
Cumberland County Branch NAACP
'We are 2 million+ activists united in the fight to end racial inequality'.
Yvonne Earvin, President
Post Office Box 153
Cumberland VA 23040-153
http://www.naacp.org
For membership information, call/text 804.909.0049.
Melba R. Moore, DBA, MS, Executive Director
Crossroads Community Services Board
60 Bush River Drive
Farmville, VA 23901
Office: (434) 392-7049 Ext. 252 Cellular: (434) 414-7783
www.crossroadscsb.org
“Crossroads Community Services Board was organized in 1973 as a cooperative venture among the
counties of Amelia, Buckingham, Charlotte, Cumberland, Lunenburg, Nottoway, and Prince Edward. The
Services Board, the governing body over the agency's programs, consists of representatives appoint-
ed by the Board of Supervisors in each of the counties and includes elected officials, individuals re-
ceiving services, family and community members.”
“The focus of the Crossroads Community Services Board is to prevent and treat the occurrence of mental
illness, intellectual disabilities, substance use and co-occurring disorders and to enhance the functioning
of individuals and families who experience these conditions.”
22Piedmont Area Veterans Council and Resource Center
P. O. Box 872
Farmville, Virginia 23901
Telephone: 434-392-4142
FAX: 434-392-3042
Email: pavc23901@aol.com
HTTPS://pavc23901.weebly.com
Physical Address: 820 Longwood Avenue, Farmville, Va. 23901
The Piedmont Area Veterans Council is a 501C3 organization. We are a Community Veteran Engagement
Board (not a Veteran Service Organization) that serves to assist active-duty service members, veterans and
their dependents/caregivers who reside in the Counties of: Appomattox, Amelia, Buckingham, Charlotte,
Cumberland, Lunenburg, Nottoway, and Prince Edward in the State of Virginia. We serve as a community
partner by connecting veterans to services and resources they may need either at our site or to local, state.
federal and National Resources. We guide those in need through our comprehensive network of local and
national resources including Reintegration, Healthcare, Family & Caregiver Support, Recreation, Employ-
ment, Education, Finance and others.
Piedmont Senior Resources
Area Agency on Aging, Inc.
1413 Shoppes at College Park Farmville, Virginia 23901
434-767-5588 or 434-767-5589
PSR, the agency that advocates, advances and achieves independence for an aging community, we provide
supportive services for individuals age 60 and older. The agency serves citizens of Cumberland, Amelia,
Buckingham, Charlotte, Lunenburg, Nottoway and Prince Edward. This company has various programs to
assist seniors and we are primarily funded through the Older Americans Act, state and private grants as well
as individual county funding within Piedmont Health District. Please feel free to call us as we are looking
forward to working with you and countless partners within the surrounding district.
Services currently provided include but are not limited to:
Covid Cares for Seniors
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
Care Coordination
Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
Legal Services
Homemaker
Nutritional Services
Friendship Cafes
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