Blog Archives - Grafton

Grafton Experts Share Advice for Mental Health Awareness Month

Moises Mendoza — Wed, 10 May 2023 20:18:10 +0000

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we sat down with Stefanee Lambert, Grafton’s Clinical Administrator and Case Management Supervisor in Richmond, and Dr. Robia Fields, the Medical Director of our Berryville psychiatric residential treatment facility, to get their thoughts on mental health awareness. Here are their suggestions for fostering better mental health for ourselves and those […]

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Grafton and Shenandoah University benefit from decade-long relationship

Moises Mendoza — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 15:32:48 +0000

Strong relationships are central to the success of Grafton Integrated Health Network. Effective relationship-building with clients, families, and community partners can augment the positive impacts of treatment. For an example of this, look no further than the mutually beneficial relationship between Grafton and Shenandoah University. Located less than a mile from Grafton’s Winchester campus, Shenandoah […]

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Human Resource Pro, Stephanie Dixon, Joins Grafton Leadership Team

Moises Mendoza — Wed, 31 Aug 2022 18:00:00 +0000

Seasoned human resources executive Stephanie Dixon joins Grafton Integrated Health Network (Grafton) this week as Vice President of Human Resources. In this role, Ms. Dixon will ensure that the department is positioned to support the goals of the organization as it works to meet the needs of the communities it serves. “Stephanie’s skills, experience, and […]

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Grafton’s Minnesota Campus Welcomes First Residents

Moises Mendoza — Wed, 27 Jul 2022 20:11:59 +0000

On June 10th, Grafton’s new psychiatric residential treatment center in Cold Spring, Minnesota, welcomed its first resident: a 10-year-old girl. “She was a doll. Cute as a button,” says Angela Marker, Program Manager at Loudoun County Youth Shelter, who spent over a week getting the Minnesota staff get ready to serve their first client. Tony […]

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Grafton and Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre Team Up for “Relaxed” Performance

Moises Mendoza — Sat, 23 Jul 2022 17:34:53 +0000

Parents of children with behavioral health challenges know how joyful a live theatre performance can be for their kids. But it can also be a stressful experience for caregivers and a downright frightening experience for those with autism or a sensory processing disorder. The magic of the theatre can turn threatening when bright lights, loud […]

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Covid-19 Has Brought Challenges & Opportunities to Grafton Berryville

Moises Mendoza — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 19:48:08 +0000

We recently sat down with Tony Sanders, Grafton’s Chief Operating Officer for Facility-Based Services, for a candid conversation about how Covid-19 has affected operations at our Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF) in Berryville. The entire healthcare industry has been impacted by the pandemic and subsequent staffing shortages—and our Berryville campus is no exception. Drawing upon […]

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Remembering Grafton Receptionist Gerry McNamara

Moises Mendoza — Tue, 12 Oct 2021 19:08:16 +0000

One of our most beloved employees, Gerry (Geraldine) McNamara, passed away on Friday at the age of 90. Gerry touched all of our lives working as Grafton’s receptionist for nearly 30 years, first in the lobby of the Manor House and then at the front desk of the Psychiatric Residential Treatment Center in Berryville. She retired from […]

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Why Work at Grafton: Part Three

Moises Mendoza — Tue, 03 Aug 2021 07:20:25 +0000

We recently asked a group of Grafton employees what they would tell someone considering joining our team. One of our favorite responses was from Katie Acker, a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst at the Richmond campus. If you’re eager to grow your career and enjoy connecting with children with special needs, consider applying to one […]

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How “High Fidelity Wraparound” Can Help Youth in Loudoun County

Rachael Reeder, Therapist — Mon, 31 May 2021 16:31:40 +0000

For families struggling to meet the needs of a child with a complex disability, High Fidelity Wraparound, or HFW, can be the missing ingredient. HFW streamlines and simplifies therapy services to single action steps that allow families to see real progress on their goals. It is a family-driven, youth-guided approach to navigating complex issues that […]

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Mental Health for Infants and Toddlers

Moises Mendoza — Fri, 07 May 2021 13:05:38 +0000

Did you know that May is Early Intervention Awareness Month? Developmental specialists at Grafton’s Infant and Toddler Connection of the Shenandoah Valley (ITC-SV) are keen on helping families understand the importance of social-emotional development in their children, particularly as it relates to mental health. “Most people associate mental health concerns with teenagers and adults, but […]

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