Virginia Funds HIV, Workforce, and Recovery Programs

Virginia lawmakers restore $13.2 million to HIV support services after last year’s cuts, with $6.6 million allocated for each of the next two years and annual reporting required. Advocates hail the move as critical for stabilizing vital programs in Southwest and Southside Virginia. Meanwhile, Carilion Clinic’s “Grow-Our-Own” medical assistant training program wins a state workforce award for its success in hiring, retaining, and certifying trainees. In Southwest Virginia, the R.O.P.E.S. recovery-to-work program receives $800,000 in opioid settlement funds to help individuals in recovery find and keep jobs, addressing barriers like transportation and education — a win for both communities and local employers. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/abcaf7a637bf7975