Nestled in the heart of Virginia lies Prince Edward County, one of the commonwealth’s most interesting rural counties. The county was created in 1754 when a portion of Amelia county was split off to form Prince Edward County. Hampden-Sydney, a men’s liberal arts college, was founded in 1775, and less than a century later in 1839 the Farmville Female Seminar Association, now named Longwood University, was founded in the town of Farmville.
The county has seen more than its share of historic events. In the 1850s, the Southside Railroad brought its line (at the urging and lobbying of the Farmville business community) through the county. The railroad constructed an impressive span called High Bridge over the Appomattox River. During the Civil War, General Lee led the Confederate troops through Prince Edward and surrounding counties. After the Confederates crossed the Appomattox over High Bridge, they tried to burn the bridge to prevent Union troops from following. The bridge was heavily damaged but repaired by the railroad. It continued in operation as a railroad bridge until finally the line was discontinued. The Norfolk Southern Railway donated 31 miles of former railway line including High Bridge to the state, and it is now a multi-use recreational trail. The trail offers picturesque scenery, especially at High Bridge where hikers, cyclists, and horseback riders have breathtaking views of the gorge over the Appomattox River and surrounding farms.
In the 20th century, Prince Edward County found itself once again at the center of American history when Barbara Rose Johns, a student at the all-black Moton School, led a protest against the inequalities faced by black students at the overcrowded, segregated school. Johns’ protest was picked up by the NAACP. Her case was added to several others sponsored by the NAACP that eventually went to the United States Supreme Court as Brown vs. the Board of Education of Topeka. Prince Edward refused to cooperate with desegregation and closed its school until 1964.
Today, Civil Rights history is celebrated at the Robert Russa Moton Museum, the former high school attended by Johns.
The 23,000 residents of Prince Edward County hold a variety of jobs at the universities, local hospital and healthcare facilities in the county seat of Farmville. Fine restaurants, ranging from cozy to classic, as well as live music, a thriving arts community, and major shopping destinations such as Green Front Furniture make Prince Edward County a growing and lively place to visit.
During this time of uncertainty (and always) we are just a phone call away. Call our free 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 to speak confidentially with master’s-level care consultants for decision-making support, crisis assistance and education on issues families face every day. Please check our website, alz.org/seva, for details on support group meetings and other events. Also, for caregiving tips during this time, please click here: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Tips for Dementia Caregivers
Caregiver support groups, early stage programs, education programs, and most in-person community-based events or meetings have transitioned to virtual settings led by staff and volunteers. To learn more about the virtual programs offered, please visit the Alzheimer’s Association Community Resource Finder. There are other ways that you can stay connected to resources on demand through: AlzConnected: Message boards for those living Read more...
Call (434) 309-1492. If no answer, leave a message and we will respond as soon as we can
We are a young, small church focused on following the Bible in it’s entirety; that includes loving our neighbors and doing what good we have opportunity to do. Read more...
If you have symptoms including coughing, fever, and shortness of breath and/or have been in contact with someone who has been diagnosed or in a location where transmission is high. Call our Covid Hotline first. Read more...
Free WiFi outside each library building in Buckingham and Farmville, online resources including: free downloads of e-books, audio books, movies, and music for all ages. Read more...
Mental Health Directory This is a volunteer maintained database. We don’t make any claims of qualifications of those listed. If you would like to be listed as a provider, please email colin@letterpresscommunications.com. CRISIS – 24 Hour Help LOCAL RESOURCES: Crossroads Community Services Board Amelia, Buckingham, Charlotte, Cumberland, Lunenburg, Nottoway, and Prince Edward Phone: 1-800-548-1688 (Hotline) Centra Southside Covid-19 Phone: 434-200-1225 (Hotline) NON-LOCAL Read more...
Weekly distributions are Saturday 8-10:30 a.m., 482 Commerce Road, Farmville. Please stay in your car and drive thru. Register Saturday 8-10:30 AM or leave message at 434-392-6277
To provide high quality, healthy supplementary food to low income households. Programs include weekly distributions, deliveries to group residences, USDA, Senior Commodities, and school backpacks. Weekly distribution units average 30+ pounds per household and include meat protein, staples and a large variety of fresh produce. Read more...
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The request for volunteer assistance can also be submitted by calling 434-414-1188 (open 7 a.m. – 7p.m.) or by using this form: Need Intake Form for Farmville Cares
Volunteers to assist with grocery shopping and picking up medications, assist in finding rides to medical appointments, phone check-ins, and other necessary chores. Coordinated by the Interfaith Collective. Read more...
The objective of the Expanded Family Care program is to reunite the child with his or her birth family. When this isn’t possible, adoption or permanent legal guardianship gives the child the opportunity for long-term stability in a thriving family.. Read more...
providing a safe home and support for unwed pregnant mothers or mothers of small children while they prepare to transition to more independent living. Read more...
Patrick Henry Family Services: Hope for Tomorrow Counseling
providing struggling families with an alternative to foster care where their children will be safe and loved until they get back on their feet. Read more...
Enables Veteran advocates, service providers, Veterans and stakeholders to convene and have a voice in identifying their community goals and work to resolve issues at the local level to improve service delivery for Veterans, families, caregivers, and survivors. VA leaders have begun participating more actively in community-based efforts to maximize the collective impact of local services, stakeholders, and federal/state agencies Read more...
Piedmont Area Veterans Council and Community Resources (PAVC)-Employment Services
We assist Veterans from all periods of military service with enrollment for employment services from the Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) at our Veteran Employment Lab. We work directly with our local Virginia Employment Commission’s: Veteran Employment Representatives (LVER’s) and Disabled Veterans Outreach Program Representatives (DVOP’s) for job referral, job training and job placement assistance. We also offer assistance with resume Read more...
Piedmont Area Veterans Council and Community Resources (PAVC)-Veterans Benefits
Accredited American Legion Veteran Service Officers (VSO’s) specially trained to provide expert assistance, free of charge, to veterans and their families/caregiver for the application of VA disability compensation and pension, education, employment, home loans guarantee, enrollment into VA Healthcare, CHAMPVA, application for VA caregiver program, CRSC payment, etc. We will also educate veterans about TSGLI, SCAADL and the IDES process. Read more...
Piedmont Habitat for Humanity: Affordable Homeownership
To learn more please call 434-394-3001 or email us at info@piedmonthabitat.org
Piedmont Habitat partners with individuals, churches, businesses, civic organizations, government, schools, and other nonprofits to help build homes and repair homes. We serve those in need of safe, decent, affordable housing in the counties of Prince Edward, Buckingham, Cumberland, Charlotte, and Nelson. Applicants are considered who have a demonstrated need for an improved housing situation, the ability to pay an Read more...
Piedmont Habitat for Humanity: Homeowner Education Workshops
To learn more please call 434-394-3001 or email us at info@piedmonthabitat.org
Piedmont Habitat partners with individuals, churches, businesses, civic organizations, government, schools, and other nonprofits to help build homes and repair homes. We serve those in need of safe, decent, affordable housing in the counties of Prince Edward, Buckingham, Cumberland, Charlotte, and Nelson. Applicants are considered who have a demonstrated need for an improved housing situation, the ability to pay an Read more...
Piedmont Wic is Here for You During Covid- 19 Help for those in financial hardship with healthy foods, breastfeeding support, infant formula and accurate health and nutrition information Read more...
The congregate nutrition site provides opportunities for socialization and recreation that may alleviate isolation and loneliness. We offer a hot lunch, transportation to and from cafes (one in each county and two in Prince Edward), educational and health learning opportunities, free flu shots, tai chi, matter of balance courses, nutritional counseling, crafts, special events, etc. Read more...
Piedmont Senior Resources Area Agency on Aging - Non-emergency medical transportation
The purpose of this program is to keep seniors in their homes with access to nutritionally-balanced meals. Five frozen meals in one box are delivered once a week to each client. The driver not only delivers meals, but assesses the clients, inquires about their health, distributes information on Medicare scams, etc. Read more...
Provides benefits and services to the citizens of Prince Edward County based on programs established by local, state and federal laws and policies. Some examples of these programs are child and adult services, foster care and adoption services, employment services, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families). Read more...
Visit any Virginia Career Works Center listed: Virginia Career Works South Boston Center-2506 Houghton Avenue, South Boston, VA 24592; Virginia Career Works Keysville Center-200 Daniel Road, Keysville, VA 23947 (Room 42F); Virginia Career Works Lake Country Center-111 East Danville Street, South Hill, VA 23970. Our website is www.VCWSouthCentral.com. Equal Opportunity Program/Employer Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Workforce services are connected for businesses and jobseekers and tailored to meet the needs of the regional economy. Our mission is to provide quality workforce development activities resulting in a skilled workforce that exceeds the needs of today’s employers and tomorrow’s job challenges. The Adult and Dislocated Worker programs can assist with Job Search/Placement, Interview Skills, Training, Supportive Services, Tuition Read more...
South Central Region Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Out of School Youth Program - Virginia Career Works
Our mission is to inspire and assist our youth to overcome barriers, acknowledge their accomplishments, and create connections to be successful in continued education and the workforce. The Youth program can assist with Tutoring & Dropout Recovery, Alternative Educational Prep, Paid/Unpaid Work Experiences, Occupational Skills Training, Workforce Preparation Activities, Labor Market Information, Supportive Services, Adult Mentoring, Follow-up Services, Guidance and Read more...
Southside Center for Violence Prevention (Madeline’s House)
We offer temporary emergency shelter to those in imminent danger from domestic or sexual violence. Survivors of domestic violence who need help but do not need shelter are also served under Madeline’s House through community client support. Read more...
The first contact should be made by telephone to complete the initial screening to determine eligibility. A pledge cannot be made before the individual’s Intake Appointment with the Energy Share Case Manager. Pledge documentation is processed online authorizing payments to power companies, oil/propane or wood vendors.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: Individuals are required to be over the age of 60 or have a Disconnection Notice from their power company. CONTACT: Michele Childress, Energy Share Case Manager, 225 Industrial Park Road, Farmville, VA 23901, 434-315-5909 Ext. 203. Read more...
STEPS, Inc. - Senior Community Services Employment Program (Title V)
The Title V Program places individuals over the age of 55 in employment training sites to gain employment skills. The goal of the program is to enable participants to learn employment skills to obtain unsubsidized employment. There are 25 slots available over a nine-county region. Participants are approved based on a “Most-In-Need” progress giving priority to individuals who have a Read more...
Virginia Homeless Solutions Program (VHSP) provides three lines of service: Prevention Services: Clients must provide an unlawful detainer, be a renter and meet income/limited asset requirements. With legal action pending and eviction being imminent, STEPS shall intervene on behalf of the clients to pay rental arrears or schedule a payment plan with the landlord.Shelter Services: Clients must be literally homeless Read more...
STEPS, Inc. - Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Out of School Youth Program
Contact for Amelia, Brunswick, Buckingham, Charlotte, Cumberland, Halifax, Lunenburg, Mecklenburg, Nottoway, and Prince Edward counties is Monica McMillan, WIOA Youth Coordinator for STEPS, Inc. 434-390-5867. Equal Opportunity Program/Employer Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Our mission is to inspire and assist our youth to overcome barriers, acknowledge their accomplishments, and create connections to be successful in continued education and the workforce. The Youth program can assist with Tutoring & Dropout Recovery, Alternative Educational Prep, Paid/Unpaid Work Experiences, Occupational Skills Training, Workforce Preparation Activities, Labor Market Information, Supportive Services, Adult Mentoring, Follow-up Services, Guidance and Read more...
Applying for Head Start and Early Start happens all year. Our annual enrollment period begins in February and runs through July. We begin accepting children in May for the school year that begins in August. Once a school is full to capacity we maintain a wait list. Applications are available at STEPS Corporate Offices, Appomattox Primary School, Cumberland Elementary, Nottoway Primary, and Charlotte, Amelia, Lunenburg and Prince Edward Head Start locations. Taneha Terry our Intake & Data specialist is the primary point of contact and can be reached at 434-315-5909 ext. 24 or via email tterry@steps-inc.org.
We provide education-based early interventions for 296 children & families to increase self-sufficiency and school readiness. Compliant with HS Program Performance Standard 1302.14 and weighs prioritization of participants based on community needs, family income, whether the child is homeless, whether the child is in foster care, the child’s age, whether the child is eligible for special education services, or early Read more...
The United Way of Prince Edward County is a cooperative organization of human service agencies. It is dedicated to finding the resources necessary to meet the needs of these agencies, but it is more than just a fund-raising program. The United Way is concerned about the problems faced by those in the community and is committed to help find solutions. Read more...
When you take part in the Ticket to Work program, you can get help finding a job, vocational rehabilitation, or other support. We provide employment services and other support to beneficiaries with disabilities. If you’re an adult age 18 through 64, and you get disability benefits, you qualify for the Ticket to Work program. You can use the Ticket to Read more...
A culture of readership for all Virginia’s children regardless of circumstances. Each year we bring the best of the best in children’s literature to the campus of Longwood University, and we keep it free to you. Books, online book clubs, online author Q & A’s, reading lists are available. Read more...
Call (866) 534-5243, email pamd@vlas.org, apply online at http://vlas.org/get-legal-help/ways-to-apply/
Free legal representation and advice to low-income individuals and families with civil legal problems, in the areas of housing, health care, public benefits, domestic violence, family law, education, advance directives, and consumer law. Read more...
