SOUTHEASTERN VA TR CTR EP

The facility located at 2100 Steppingstone Square in Chesapeake, Virginia, is known as the **Southeastern Virginia Training Center (SEVTC)**. Historically, this site has served as an Intermediate Care Facility for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It is part of a broader network of state-operated facilities overseen by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), designed to provide specialized support, clinical care, and residential programming for individuals with complex needs who require a higher level of supervision than community-based settings typically offer.

In recent years, the role of facilities like SEVTC has shifted significantly due to the U.S. Department of Justice settlement agreement with the Commonwealth of Virginia. This agreement has mandated a transition toward community-based integration and the downsizing of state training centers. Consequently, the Southeastern Virginia Training Center operates with a focus on providing personalized, high-quality care while supporting the transition of residents into integrated community living arrangements whenever appropriate. It remains a key component of Virginia’s infrastructure for specialized health and developmental services in the Tidewater region.