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Eastern Shore Community Services Board
@easternshorecsb.bsky.social
Helping the Eastern Shore of VA live well.
We offer mental health, substance use, developmental disability, and prevention services across Accomack & Northampton Counties.

Visit us to get started: ESCSB.org
Want to experience the benefits firsthand?

Join us at our Adopt Wellness event
📅 Sat, Sept 13 | ⏰ 10 AM–1 PM
📍 Onancock Elks Lodge

Pet adoptions, prevention resources & community connection—all in one event. 💚

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🚶 Encourage Physical Activity

Daily walks, playtime, and care routines keep us active, which supports both physical and mental health.

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😊 Boost Mood & Build Resilience

Pets offer comfort during hard times, helping us cope with challenges and recover from emotional setbacks.

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🤝 Ease Loneliness & Foster Connection
Pets give unconditional love and create daily companionship. They also connect us to other people—think walks, parks, and pet events!

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💚 Reduce Stress & Anxiety

Petting or playing with animals can lower cortisol (stress hormone) and boost serotonin and dopamine—the feel-good chemicals in your brain.

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🐾 Why pets help us feel better 🧠

Science shows pet ownership isn’t just about cuddles it’s a mental health boost. Here’s how our four-legged friends support well-being

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August 12, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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