Business Details
21 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Behavioral Health Services in Virginia Beach
Community Direct Services has been dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate behavioral health care since 2005. Our mission centers on empowering individuals with mental and physical disabilities to maintain dignity and live productively in their communities through skills training, assistance, and support. With over 15 years of experience, our team of licensed professionals delivers 24/7 care tailored to address developmental, intellectual, and behavioral challenges, including autism, anxiety, and cerebral palsy. We prioritize person-first care, focusing on individual needs rather than diagnoses, while adhering to Virginia's regulatory standards for behavioral health services. Our approach emphasizes autonomy, self-determination, and community integration through five guiding principles: listening, community involvement, self-direction, talent development, and shared responsibility. We serve Hampton Roads families with personalized care plans, supporting over 100 families through services like behavioral consultation, personal assistance, and respite care.Our leadership team, including CEO Carey Lomax, brings decades of combined experience in behavioral health, ensuring high-quality care through rigorous staff vetting and continuous program innovation. We contract with community services boards, hospitals, and payers to extend care access, specializing in Medicaid waiver services and complex behavioral health populations. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as Hampton Roads' #1 behavioral health agency, with client testimonials praising our integrity, professional staff, and life-changing support. We remain dedicated to evolving our services based on client feedback, ensuring every individual receives the personalized attention needed to thrive in their unique environment.
Services
Behavioral Consultation
Personal Assistance
Respite Care
Companion Care
Sponsored Residential
Supportive In-Home
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20 years of behavioral health expertise in the Tidewater area
- Our team includes licensed professionals with rigorous training standards
- We implement personalized care plans respecting individual autonomy
- Our client-first approach values feedback to shape service improvements
- We provide 24/7 direct care and mental health services
What people say
Top notch service
Excellent services
Wonderful staff
Life-changing support
Treated with integrity
Services
Behavioral Consultation
Our behavioral consultation service provides expert guidance for families and caregivers through specialized training and technical assistance. We empower care providers with effective strategies to enhance quality of life for individuals with developmental and behavioral challenges. Our consultants work closely with clients to implement personalized interventions that address specific needs while promoting independence and community integration.
Personal Assistance
This service offers comprehensive support for daily living activities including ADLs, IADLs, community access, and health monitoring. Our trained professionals assist with medication management, physical care, and school-related support while maintaining client independence. We focus on building self-sufficiency through structured routines and skill development tailored to each individual's capabilities and needs.
Respite Care
Our respite care provides temporary relief for primary caregivers through short-term substitute care in the individual's home environment. This service supports caregiver well-being by offering scheduled breaks while maintaining continuity of care. Our trained staff ensures safety and comfort during transitional periods, allowing families to recharge while their loved ones receive quality attention.
Companion Care
Designed for adults 18+, our companion care offers non-medical socialization and general assistance in home or community settings. We focus on enhancing quality of life through meaningful interactions and practical daily activity support. Our caregivers facilitate community engagement while respecting client preferences and promoting personal growth opportunities.
Sponsored Residential
This residential service provides skill-building in family-like settings under CDS supervision. We offer routine supports, safety measures, and adaptive skill development in sponsor homes. Our program focuses on improving self-help abilities and socialization skills to help individuals achieve greater independence while maintaining community living capabilities.
People
Carey Lomax
Chief Executive Officer
With over 15 years leading Community Direct Services, Carey Lomax has established the organization as Hampton Roads' premier behavioral health agency through his commitment to personalized care and quality improvement initiatives.
Questions
What services does Community Direct Services offer?
We provide behavioral consultation, personal assistance, respite care, companion care, sponsored residential, and supportive in-home services for individuals with mental and physical disabilities.
Do you offer 24/7 care options?
Yes, we provide 24/7 direct care and mental health services to support individuals with complex behavioral health needs at any time of day or night.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Hampton Roads area, including Virginia Beach and surrounding communities, with both in-home and residential care options available.
What makes CDS different from other providers?
Our person-first approach emphasizes individual autonomy, community integration, and five guiding principles that shape our personalized care plans for each client.
Do you accept Medicaid funding?
Yes, we accept Medicaid Waivers including CL, ID/DD, and FIS programs, along with self-pay funding options for our behavioral health services.
