Our programs

Every day, our health system cares for people who have been hurt by violence or injury. Some patients return to the hospital again and again. We want to help stop that cycle.

Our Injury and Violence Prevention Program (IVPP) reaches patients at a key moment—while they are in the hospital and recovering. This is a golden opportunity when people may be ready for support, new tools and new choices. Our programs help reduce retaliation, repeat injuries and long‑term trauma.

Our goal is to prevent injuries and violence through proven methods and caring support for people and communities who have experienced trauma.

Bridging the Gap

Bridging the Gap connects trained hospital staff with young people who have experienced violent injuries. In addition to coordinating appropriate follow up health care, this program provides intensive case management services. Learn more about Bridging the Gap.

Emerging Leaders

Emerging Leaders is a high school program that helps youth build leadership skills, confidence and positive relationships. The program is designed to reduce youth violence in the Richmond community. Learn more about Emerging Leaders.

GR-ACY (Greater Alliance for Community Youth)

Many adolescents and adults are risk-takers. This sometimes leads to preventable injury and death for those aged 14 to 25 years. GR-ACY offers youth and adults a time to observe patients with post-traumatic injury, workshops and more ways to “make it real” for them. Learn more about GR-ACY.

Project Empower

Project Empower provides support from trained advocates. Services include legal advocacy, resource support, in-hospital support and more. Learn about all the services provided by Project Empower.

Technical Assistance and Training

We assist other hospital-based programs growing their expertise to develop and sustain their programs. Learn more about our training.

IMPACT

This awareness and education program focuses on sharing the realities of trauma associated with risk taking behaviors. It helps educate about the medical and judicial consequences as a result of traumatic injuries. Learn more about IMPACT.

AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Program

If you have ever seen a bulletin board or poster about traumatic falls, domestic violence or alcohol and driving, then you have seen the AED project in action. Learn more about AED.

A Matter of Balance

This evidence-based and award winning program helps older adults reduce fall hazards, increase strength and balance and improve overall health. Learn more about A Matter of Balance

IVPP Counseling

Our program provides counseling services for our hospital-based services for those experiencing intimate partner violence, domestic violence, sexual assault/violence and interpersonal/community violence. We have many community-based partners and also offer training. Learn more about IVPP Counseling.