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The American Public Human Services Association (APHSA) has announced that Michael A. Becketts, Director of the Department of Family Services for Fairfax County, Virginia, is this year’s recipient of the APHSA Excellence Award for Outstanding Local Member. The award was presented during the 2024 APHSA National Human Services Summit, in recognition of Dr. Becketts’ leadership and impactful work across human services. Read more about his commitment to the well-being of families and communities across the county.
Participate in community forums to provide input to identify systemic gaps in service and/or barriers Fairfax County residents with disabilities face. Learn more.
It’s no exaggeration that the drug landscape is dramatically different from when you grew up, or even from just a few years ago. All parents and caregivers need to be educated on current drug threats to be able to recognize warning signs, have informed talks with their kids, and be prepared for any situation. Learn more.