Business Details
21 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Partner in Mental Health & Wellness in Virginia Beach
Community Direct Services has been dedicated to empowering individuals with mental and physical disabilities since 2005. Our mission centers on preserving personal dignity and fostering community integration through personalized care plans tailored to each client's unique needs. With over 15 years of operational experience, our team of licensed professionals delivers 24/7 direct care and mental health services across the Tidewater region. We specialize in addressing developmental, intellectual, and behavioral health challenges through evidence-based approaches that prioritize client autonomy and family involvement. Our expertise spans autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, and mood disorders, supported by specialized training in behavioral consultation and technical assistance.Recognized as Hampton Roads' #1 Behavioral Health Agency, we maintain rigorous professional standards through continuous staff training and quality assurance protocols. Client testimonials consistently highlight our compassionate approach, organizational excellence, and the transformative impact of our services on families' lives. We operate under strict ethical guidelines, ensuring transparency in all communications and maintaining full compliance with healthcare regulations. Our commitment to community-based care has resulted in over 100+ families receiving sustained support since our founding.
Services
Behavioral Consultation
Personal Assistance
Respite Care
Companion Care
Sponsor Residential
Supportive In-Home
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialized experience in behavioral health care
- Our team includes licensed professionals with expertise in developmental disabilities
- We implement personalized care plans tailored to individual needs
- We maintain 24/7 availability for critical mental health support
- Our services are backed by consistent client satisfaction testimonials
What people say
Top notch service
Staff is A-1
Excellent services
Treated with integrity
Wonderful staff
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. This service addresses autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, and mood disorders through evidence-based intervention frameworks.
Personal Assistance
We offer comprehensive support for daily living activities including ADLs, IADLs, community access, and health monitoring. Our services maintain independence through medication management, physical care, and school-related support while ensuring client safety and well-being in familiar environments.
Respite Care
This temporary care service provides essential relief for primary caregivers through scheduled substitute care in the individual's home. We support caregiver well-being by offering structured breaks while maintaining continuity of care and implementing safety protocols for all clients.
Companion Care
Our non-medical companion care enhances quality of life through socialization and practical daily assistance. We focus on meaningful interactions and community engagement for adults 18+ in both home and community settings, promoting social skills and independent living.
Sponsor Residential
This residential program offers skill-building in family-like settings with safety measures and routine supports. Under CDS supervision, individuals develop self-help, socialization, and adaptive skills for successful community living through structured residential programming.
People
Carey Lomax
Chief Executive Officer
Carey Lomax has led Community Direct Services since its founding in 2005, bringing over 15 years of behavioral health leadership. He oversees all operations while maintaining direct client engagement, ensuring service quality through rigorous staff vetting and continuous improvement initiatives.
Questions
What behavioral health services do you offer?
We provide behavioral consultation, personal assistance, respite care, companion care, and residential support for individuals with developmental and mental health challenges.
Do you serve areas beyond Virginia Beach?
We primarily serve Hampton Roads but provide support across Tidewater Virginia through our community-based service model.
What payment options are available?
We accept Medicaid Waivers and self-pay funding options for all our behavioral health and direct care services.
Are your services available after hours?
Yes, we offer 24/7 direct care and mental health services for urgent needs and emergency situations.
