Alleghany Highlands Community Services

10/31/2025

Our team went ALL OUT for Halloween this year! 👻

We had a ghoulishly good time showing off our costumes. From classic characters to clever pop culture references, the creativity was through the roof! We think they are spooktacular!!

Let us know who you think really brought home the creativity this year!!

10/31/2025

Individuals of all ages and abilities attending AHCS programs participated in a pumpkin decorating/carving contest and prepared some very creative displays! Check them out!

10/31/2025

In celebration of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, the DS Support Coordination team created two baskets to donate to the Covington and Clifton Forge libraries. In the baskets were books written by authors who have Down Syndrome, some educational books for children about acceptance towards others that have a Down Syndrome diagnosis, and some different themed items such as bracelets, stickers, bookmarks, and pens to help spread awareness as well. In addition to the baskets, books were also donated to several of the free libraries across the community. Keep rocking the blue and yellow to spread awareness!

10/30/2025

AHCS staff from various programs enjoyed participating in Hometown Halloween! Here are some pics!

10/30/2025

It was a great day for the "Pop Rockers" to get out and perform for the Woodlands Health & Rehab Center!
Many of the "Pop Rocker" participants attend AHCS developmental services day programs and have unique opportunities for these experiences with caring, engaging employees guiding them!

10/27/2025

Over the weekend, our neighbors at Rockbridge Revovery held a rockin event with music, vendors, information and speakers to celebrate recovery. 💜
AHCS employee Gordon Reynolds was one of the speakers sharing and shining a light on recovery!

10/25/2025

10/24/2025

🧐 Did You Know?

AHCS offers incredible internship opportunities for students enrolled in applicable Bachelor's and Master's degree programs (preference given to Master's candidates in Clinical Mental Health Counseling!

What makes an AHCS internship a game-changer?

You gain practical experience and develop future-ready skills.

You expand your professional network while fully embracing the AHCS culture.

You learn directly from expert mentors, coaches, and seasoned team members.

You open the door to full-time career prospects at AHCS right after graduation!

10/21/2025

Executive Director Ingrid Barber took her oath today to become part of the Opioid Abatement Authority of Virginia board of directors representative serving a rural region CSB.
The purpose of the Authority is to abate and remediate the opioid epidemic in the Commonwealth through financial support from the Fund, in the form of grants, donations, or other assistance, for efforts to treat, prevent, and reduce opioid use disorder and the misuse of opioids in the Commonwealth.
Mrs. Barber will serve a four year term. We are honored to have this representation from AHCS!

10/21/2025

October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month!

October was first designated as National Down Syndrome Awareness Month in the 1980s and has been recognized every October since. It is a time to celebrate people with Down syndrome and make others aware of their abilities and accomplishments.

People with Down syndrome are just like everyone else. They have similar dreams and goals, and they want to have successful careers and families. They can drive, work, attend college, go on dates, get married, and contribute to society.

Check out this great information on Down Syndrome from the Special Olympics to learn more.

Practice Inclusion During Down Syndrome Month and All Year Long

10/19/2025

Becky, Jennifer, and Grace, representing AHCSB prevention services at the trunk or treat at Jeter Watson school Friday evening

10/18/2025

Employee Spotlight: Lakiya Luckett