Recovery Is Real Symposium – Saturday, April 18th
DeKalb CSB is a proud sponsor of the “Recovery is Real – Metro Atlanta Connections and Conversations 2015.” The purpose of this event is to build awareness that long-term recovery from mental illness and addiction is a reality and that an informed and accepting community sustains recovery. In addition, attendees will help to identify opportunities for collaboration […]
Chamblee students help landscape DeKalb Service Center
On Thursday, April 2, 2015, Chamblee Charter High School seniors came to DeKalb Community Service Board (CSB) to participate in a service project as part of their annual Senior Day of Service. For the past three years, Chamblee Charter High School has allowed graduating seniors to volunteer with local nonprofits as a part of their […]
Celebrate National Children’s Mental Health Awareness
National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week is May 3-9, 2015. This entire week is dedicated to teaching people about children’s mental health, advocating to improve services and celebrating all the work that has been done in the past. This year also marks the 10th Anniversary of National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day, observed on Thursday, May […]
Addressing Mental Health Before Stage 4 (#B4Stage4)
When we think about cancer, heart disease, or diabetes, we don’t wait years to treat them. We start before Stage 4—we begin with prevention. When people are in the first stage of those diseases, and are beginning to show signs of symptoms like a persistent cough, high blood pressure, or high blood sugar, we try […]
DeKalb County Shines Light on Children’s Mental Health
Children’s Mental Health is an important public health issue that affects up to 1 out of 5 children in the United States. According to the National Research Council and Institute of Medicine report, it is estimated that 13 – 20 percent of children living in the U.S. experience a mental disorder in a given year […]
DeKalb CSB Releases 2014 Annual Impact Report
Decatur, Georgia – June 4, 2015 – DeKalb Community Service Board (CSB) announces the release of the agency’s 2014 Annual Impact Report. The report highlights the success and impact of DeKalb CSB programs and services that occurred during 2014. DeKalb CSB’s Annual Impact report provides an overview of the evidence-based programs and services used to help […]
DeKalb CSB Selects New Developmental Disability Director
DeKalb Community Service Board has named Keith Ricketson the new Director of Developmental Disabilities Services. Since 1974, Keith has assumed various positions with increasing responsibilities serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in communities in Maryland, New Hampshire, California and Massachusetts. Most recently, Keith served as Director of Operations for BAMSI – Developmental Disabilities/Brain Injury Day and […]
Testimonials
My name is BJ. I’m an alcoholic and drug addict. I have currently been clean for 1 year, 6 months, 28 days. Like most people, I had a heavy drinking and drug problem. One day I decided it was time for me to get help. In doing so I started getting help by going to […]
DeKalb CSB Hosts 8th Annual Walk of HEROES
The 8th Annual Walk of HEROES 5K was an afternoon to remember, not only for DeKalb CSB but for all of the participants and sponsors in attendance. Over 300 dedicated supporters attended the 5K that may be short on mileage but is big on heart. The 5K took place on Saturday, September 20, 2014 and helped […]
DeKalb CSB & The Brighter DeKalb Foundation Join GA Gives Day
With support from individuals, community partners and the Brighter DeKalb Foundation , DeKalb CSB helps youth and adults reclaim their lives by supporting a continuum of mental health, substance abuse and developmental disability services to more than 10,000 citizens annually. Georgia Gives Day is a 24-hour, statewide giving event that has raised more than $2.5 […]