News
Explore the latest news and updates about our programs, services, goals, and events.
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December 30, 2019Council of Community Services Announces Opening of Drop-In Center North Location
The Council of Community Services Drop-In Center is opening a second location at 2328 Williamson Road. The new location will be a satellite office to the existing Roanoke Drop-In Center at 356 Campbell Avenue. The Williamson Road office will open its doors on January 13, 2020, and will provide access to all services available at
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October 3, 20192-1-1 VIRGINIA Receives AIRS Accreditation
Congratulations, 2-1-1 VIRGINIA! 2-1-1 VIRGINIA, a program of the Council of Community Services, has completed the Alliance of Information and Referral Systems (AIRS) Accreditation process. We are now among a select group of organizations that have been accredited by AIRS. The AIRS Accreditation process recognizes our information and referral program to a standard of excellence.
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June 10, 2019Daniel W. Merenda Retires as Council President; Anne Marie Green Named as Successor
Council of Community Services has announced that Daniel W. Merenda will retire as President and that the Board of Directors has appointed Anne Marie Green to succeed him. Merenda served 12 years at the organization; he served as Vice President of Planning and Consultation before being appointed President in 2012. Within those years of service,
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February 19, 2019RAM House Joins Blue Ridge Community Assistance Network
We are excited to announce Roanoke Area Ministries (RAM) is now part of the Blue Ridge Community Assistance Network (BR-CAN). With this addition, the BR-CAN now includes all homeless shelter and service providers in the Blue Ridge Continuum of Care service area. The BR-CAN is more commonly known as the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS).
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December 4, 2018HandsOn Blue Ridge Program Celebrates the Life and Legacy of President George H.W. Bush
Today, we join millions across the country and around the world in celebrating the life and legacy of President H.W. Bush, founder of Points of Light – the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service. As a member of the Points of Light Network, HandsOn Blue Ridge is proud to continue his legacy in our
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November 19, 2018We’re Celebrating 58 Years of Service!
On Monday, November 12, 2018, we celebrated 58 years of service at our annual meeting. Our 58th annual meeting was a private, intimate event where staff and board members gathered to celebrate the year’s accomplishments. As in years past, our focus in 2017-2018 was centered on outcomes that improve the quality of life in our
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April 18, 2018Blue Ridge CoC Symposium Sponsor Spotlight: VHDA
As we all know, Virginia’s housing needs are significant, especially for supportive and affordable housing. However, through careful planning, strong partnerships, and perseverance, the Virginia Housing Development Authority is making positive impacts for Virginia’s most vulnerable population — those experiencing homelessness. The Commonwealth is a leader in addressing homelessness, anchored by the model referred to