Addiction Treatment Richmond

Hallmark Youthcare

Addiction Treatment Richmond
Adolescent Residential Treatment Programs

Address
12800 W Creek Pkwy
Place
Richmond, VA   23238 
Landline
(804) 784-2200
Fax
(804) 784-5331
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Website
www.hallmarkyouthcare.org

Description

Hallmark Youthcare is a residential treatment center in Richmond, VA for adolescents, teens, and youth facing emotional and behavioral mental issues. Hallmark Youthcare's trauma-focused, non-violent treatment philosophy promotes a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment for at-risk you in community-based and residential services. Hallmark believes a non-violent treatment environment forms the basis for addressing the traumas in the lives of at-risk youth, promoting the formation of healthy relationships and caring homes. We value the importance of matching the client's needs with the appropriate level, type of treatment, care, and service, s Hallmark promotes a culture that reflects these qualities at every level of our organization with the goal of providing hope, recovery, and renewed direction for youth and fmamilies.

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Opening hours

Family Engagement (Visitation): Every Tuesday and Thursday evenings Family Visitation 6:00pm – 8:00pm | Every Saturday and Sunday Family Visitation from 1:30pm – 4:30pm

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  • Dr. Fawaz

    Medical Director

    Dr. Fawaz is the Medical Director for Hallmark Youthcare. In addition, Dr. Fawaz is part of Virginia South Psychiatric and Family Services. Dr. Fawaz received his medical degree from Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University in Egypt. He continued his senior fellow training at the University of Washington and his residency at Mt. Sinai School of Medicine and his fellowship in Child Psychiatry at VCU. Dr. Fawaz is licensed in Virginia to practice Medicine and is a Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist. He is Board Certified in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and specializes in child, adolescent and adult Psychiatry and addictions.

    Link: Dr. Fawaz

  • Di Hayes

    Chief Administrative Officer

    Di Hayes, LPC is the Chief Administrative Officer of Hallmark Youthcare, serving as the agency’s leader since July 2010. Ms. Hayes, a holder of Master’s Degrees in both Counseling and Recreation and an Undergraduate Degree in Education, and has most recently obtained her LPC. She has been a human-service professional for nearly thirty years. In the course of her varied career, Ms. Hayes has assumed roles of increasing responsibility and complexity, including many years dedicated to working with adolescents suffering from the effects of trauma. As CAO, she brings a wealth of experience, grounded in her training as a teacher, clinician, and administrator. She has integrated these skills to become an expert designer and manager of complex systems of care, aimed at assisting youth and families to meet their full potential.

    Link: Di Hayes

  • Brian Chizuk

    Assistant Administrator

    Brian Chizuk, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University. He has 18 years of experience working in the human services field and for the last 15 years he has specialized in the area of residential treatment services and independent living with individuals (and their families) with dual diagnoses; working as the Residential Director and Clinical Coordinator for Group Home services across the state of Virginia. As the Assistant Administrator, his focus is on training and development of his Management Team in addition to our Youth Counselors to ensure the highest level of services are being provided to the youth we care for at Hallmark.

    Link: Brian Chizuk

  • Celeste White

    Human Resources Director

    Celeste White received her B.S degree from Purdue University and was later certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources. She has been in Human Resources for over 25 years and has managed HR functions in a variety of industries including, aerospace, utilities, banking and healthcare. Her accomplishments have been in recruiting top talent and developing a culture of inclusion. As Director of Human Resources, her focus is to make Hallmark Youthcare an employer of choice in quality, safety and engagement. She is a native of Indiana and enjoys spending time with family and friends.

    Link: Celeste White

  • Barbara Stanton-Appleby

    Education Director

    Barbara Stanton-Appleby is the Education Director for McAfee Academy, the licensed, accredited private school serving the students at Hallmark Youthcare. She holds a Post-Graduate Professional Teaching License in General Curriculum Special Education K-12 with endorsements in Emotional Disturbance, Learning Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, and Middle School Counseling. Ms. Stanton-Appleby earned a Master’s degree in School Counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University, and went on to earn an Ed. S. in Professional Counseling from the College of William and Mary. Ms. Stanton-Appleby started her career working with Special Education populations in the public schools. For the last ten years, she has invested her energies in working with students who are dealing with crisis and trauma that are being served in private school settings. She is an advocate for using Positive Behavior Support to help students develop appropriate, independent self-management skills that will benefit them for life.

    Link: Barbara Stanton-Appleby

  • Gretchen Rhodenizer

    Director of Nursing

    Gretchen Rhodenizer, graduated from Southside Regional Medical Center School of Professional Nursing in 1992. Completed her Bachelors Degree in Nursing from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2000. Gretchen’s been practicing as an RN for over 26 years, most of which was in the hospital setting. She transitioned into mental health working with the acute adolescent population, progressing quickly into the Nurse Manager position. Gretchen grew up in Germany and enjoys hiking in the Shenandoah National Forest!

    Link: Gretchen Rhodenizer

  • Julie Plotz

    Director of Clinical Assessment/Community Relations

    Julie Plotz, MS is the Director of Clinical Assessment and Community Relations. She has been with the agency since February 1988, and in the Admissions Department since 2002. Ms. Plotz has a Master of Science degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and a Bachelor of Science degree in Therapeutic Recreation and Leisure Services. Ms. Plotz is an accomplished behavioral healthcare professional with many years experience working with children, adolescents and their families in a psychiatric residential setting. In her role, she brings a strong work ethic, strong clinical skills, effective relationship building skills and articulate communication abilities coupled with a passion for serving customers. Her commitment to helping youth is demonstrated in her ability to put incoming residents at ease and facilitate a smooth admission process.

    Link: Julie Plotz

  • Gayzelle Eggleston Thomas

    Director of RTC-Programs

    Gayzelle Eggleston Thomas, BS has over 27 years of experience in Mental Health, Juvenile Corrections and Rehabilitation fields. She has worked in the public and private sectors in residential treatment programs and community-based corrections. Mrs. Thomas began her career as a Juvenile Correctional Officer for the Virginia State Department of Juvenile Justice and has served as a Correctional Rehabilitation Counselor, Special Placement Counselor, Intensive In-home Counselor and an After School Counselor. As the Residential Program Director she focuses her attention to maintaining a safe and structured environment for the residents and helping them to achieve their goals.

    Link: Gayzelle Eggleston Thomas

  • Catherine Lemon

    Director of Social Work

    Catherine Lemon, MSW, LCSW, has her Masters in Social Work (MSW) and her Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW). Catherine received her Bachelors from Radford University in 1988 and her MSW from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1992. She has over 20 years of experience working in the field of Social Work. Cathy also has past experience working as a hospital social worker, a crisis counselor in a managed mental health company, as well as an emergency services clinician for a local community services board. Cathy has extensive supervisory experience working in community based care such as Treatment Foster Care and Intensive In- Home Services. She has excellent interpersonal skills, paying close attention to detail and has great follow through and her true passion is working with children, and adolescents who have experienced trauma. Cathy has two children and in her leisure time, she enjoys playing tennis, cycling, skiing and lifting weights. She also has BIG love for music.

    Link: Catherine Lemon

  • Jarvis Wallace

    Director of Dietary

    Jarvis Wallace is a certified Food Management Professional and Chef. The Food Management Professional (FMP) credential is granted by The National Restaurant Association after completion of a through examination. The designation denotes outstanding personal achievement, communicates knowledge, leadership, and professionalism in the hospitality industry. Jarvis has completed multiple Food Safety and Sanitation Courses to include ServSafe, International Food Safety Manager and Army Food Handlers courses. He has a Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management with a concentration in Advanced Culinary Arts from Stratford University. He is an Army veteran has over 14 experience as a military Chef. Jarvis has done multiple tours overseas while in the Army and graduated from the Army Advanced culinary Arts school in Fort Hood Texas. Jarvis has over 16 years of hospitality experience. He has received multiple awards and recognition for military culinary competitions. His role as the Director of Dietary at Hallmark Youthcare will be to provide hospitality services with excellence to residents, staff, family and the community. Jarvis is a native of Richmond Virginia.

    Link: Jarvis Wallace

  • Sarah Hazelgrove

    Resident Advocate/Risk Manager

    Sarah Hazelgrove received a B.S. degree in Therapeutic Recreation from Longwood University. She joined the team at Hallmark in 1999 with many years of experience as an accomplished behavioral healthcare professional working with children, adolescents, adults, and their families. With the opportunity to grow and change, after serving as the Activity Therapy Director for Hallmark, she accepted her current role of Resident Advocate/Risk Manager in 2013. She finds it rewarding to be able to ensure the rights of our residents and help maintain a safe environment for them to heal from trauma. She enjoys building relationships with the residents and assisting them in resolving their concerns. Sarah feels it is important to get feedback and ideas from the residents and their families in order to make improvements and be the best that we can be.

    Link: Sarah Hazelgrove

  • E. Graham Canada III

    TSAY Clinical Manger

    E. Graham Canada III, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters Degree in Clinical Counseling from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and a Bachelors degree in Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University. Graham is also a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider (CSOTP) through the Virginia Board of Psychology. He has been with Hallmark for 6 years, working with young men with sexually acting out histories, and their families. Prior to coming to Hallmark, Graham worked with at-risk youth at a public charter school in Washington DC.

    Link: E. Graham Canada III

  • Shakita Hart

    Activity Therapy Coordinator

    Shakita Hart, CTRS received her B.S. in Therapeutic Recreation from Virginia Commonwealth University. She soon became a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and joined the agency’s Activity Therapy Department where she provided creative and therapeutic groups for nine years. Ms. Hart encouraged the residents to build age appropriate social relationships, develop skills of team work, and utilize appropriate coping strategies to maintain in stressful situations. She did this by providing opportunities for laughter and involvement in arts and crafts, cooking, sports, mind challenging games, and community reintegration outings. She uses many of these activities to build quality time with her family. Ms. Hart became the Coordinator of Activity Therapy in July of 2013. In her current role she hopes to communicate the benefits and importance of therapeutic recreation interventions and continue her passion of helping youth overcome traumatic experiences and strive to develop healthy leisure life styles.

    Link: Shakita Hart

  • Shaina Chandler

    Director of Clinical Development

    Shaina Chandler is the Director of Clinical Development at Hallmark Youthcare. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, CSOTP, and Certified Trauma Provider, Shaina provides oversight with clinical programming, the Sanctuary Model, and Business Development. Shaina earned her graduate degree in Art Therapy and Counseling from The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. Shaina also provides TF-CBT and EMDR services to residents and families of our program. Additionally, Shaina travels across the state providing trainings, community outreach, and special programs related to trauma-informed services.

    Link: Shaina Chandler

  • Jeter

    Therapy Dog

    Jeter was adopted in September 2014 by the family of Hallmarks Chief Clinical Officer, Brian Chizuk. Jeter was named after recently retired Yankee great, Derek Jeter. This dog’s sweet personality and calm demeanor made him a great candidate to serve as a therapy dog. After months of training with Brian and Deborah Moore of Siriusly Canine LLC, Jeter received his Canine Good Citizen Certificate and later his Alliance of Therapy Dogs Certification. Jeter works at Hallmark Youthcare three full days a week. He attends staff meetings, individual and group therapies, school lessons, and visits each of the units. The response from the children and the staff has been immeasurable. Both the kids and the staff find comfort in Jeter’s presence. He is a source of unconditional love, support, and comfort. Also because Jeter is under two years old, his youthful playfulness often brings a lot of smiles and laughter. Studies continue to show the benefits of pet therapy in residential settings as hugely advantageous. Just a few of benefits include: reduced feelings of isolation and alienation, decreased depression and anxiety, encourages communication and socialization, and creates motivation for patients to recover faster. Pets can also assist inpatient/therapist bonding, assisting children in overcoming speech and emotional disorders and increased self-confidence by providing a non-judgmental, non-stressful environment. Animals working in residential facilities can be used as a peaceful escape but also a valuable learning tool. Hallmark Youthcare is excited to begin integrating pet therapy into our multidisciplinary approach to individualized care provided to our youth. This is an exciting step in the direction of adding innovative and holistic approaches to working with our youth toward the goal of providing hope, recovery, and renewed direction for youth, families, and community.

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