WV F2F and P4P Programs

04/01/2026

Save the date! This is one training you won't want to miss!
Advocacy isn’t something you’re born knowing — it’s something you learn.
Join us for Advocacy 101 and gain the tools to confidently speak up, push back, and get the support your child deserves. (Link will be in the Event Listing)

04/01/2026

It might be April 1st, but we aren't joking about helping people with disabilities find meaningful employment!

In addition to our Disability Employment Services, which connects job-seeking West Virginians with disabilities to employers to find the perfect match, we also have a new Employment Area of Emphasis webpage!

On this new page, you'll find disability stats and trends (for both West Virginia and national), employment resources, info on vocational rehabilitation, info about projected job growth in WV, benefits of employment, and more!

Browse the new site: https://cedwvu.org/employment/

West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services
Job Accommodation Network

04/01/2026

Virtual Speaker Series

What are they?
Virtual speaker series sessions occur monthly and are designed specifically for families and caregivers of children with special healthcare needs. We know that life is busy, so we’ve made this series perfect for your lunch break—short, practical, and packed with info you can actually use. Every session will cover a topic that’s top-of-mind for families, featuring expert speakers and real-life tips from other caregivers. Whether you need advice, resources, or just a little support, these sessions are here to help make your life a little easier.

Upcoming sessions: click to register (all sessions are 11:00am-12:30pm)

April 7th: Understanding Insurance Rejections and Resources for Families
https://wvumdtv.zoom.us/meeting/register/ff_pvXnFQga6-lLR0p9HgA

April 20th: All About ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis)
https://wvumdtv.zoom.us/meeting/register/NMMwSGZgSUutQJrEy-_tRQ

May 7th: West Virginia Special Olympics
https://wvumdtv.zoom.us/meeting/register/dthxI1m5QoaEM4eNQA96WQ

June 23rd: Transition from Pediatric to Adult Healthcare
https://wvumdtv.zoom.us/meeting/register/e565u3TASYGAnUUpS13-PQ

July 9th: Foster care and Disability: Supporting Children and Families
https://wvumdtv.zoom.us/meeting/register/IcvChBMFSyGRLR8gdRzxJw

September 22nd: Specialized Family Care
https://wvumdtv.zoom.us/meeting/register/_1DBybQzQtO60fuqREnzBw

03/28/2026

Come see us at this egg-xciting event today at Camp Sheppard, Gandeeville 9-1!

03/27/2026

Our friends at WV Autism Training West Virginia Autism Training Center at Marshall University are inviting you to join them for an "Overview of ASD" webinar
April 16th from 12:00-1:00pm

Please join us (virtually) on April 16, 2026, from 12:00 - 1:00 pm, with Autism Specialist, Ben Childers, for an Overview of ASD webinar.

This event is free to attend but you must register using the QR code on the flyer. Once registered, you will receive a link to the event.

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03/27/2026

Save the Date!
Walk for Apraxia 2026, September 26th

Mark you calendars for Saturday, September 26 and register to join the 2026 West Virginia Tri-State Walk for Apraxia at the Barboursville Park in Barboursville, WV!

Walk for Apraxia is a nationwide event to raise awareness and funds for those impacted by apraxia, a motor speech disorder that makes it difficult for children to speak.

Learn more and register: https://act.apraxia-kids.org/event/westvirginiawalk

Apraxia Kids

03/27/2026

Looking to connect with another parent? Learn more about Parent to Parent of WV
https://cedwvu.org/families/p2pwv/

03/27/2026

Did you want to attend a Virtual Speaker Series session and couldn't make it?

Check out all of our past Virtual Speaker sessions here!

https://cedwvu.org/families/parent-tools-training/webinars-archive/

03/26/2026

If you are in the area go see our Parent Network Specialist, Alyssa and the rest of vendors at the Pleasants County Family Support Center for their Easter Fill A Bag event! 5:30-7:00. Amazing resources that provided in your community

03/26/2026

Please join the Positive Behavior Support program for this exciting training opportunity!

Increasing Social Awareness provides an overview of social learning theories and insight on the five areas of social awareness. Participants will learn how to identify social deficits and ways to help improve them. This training is intended for behavior support providers, therapists, counselors, educators and social workers, but we encourage parents, caregivers, foster parents and kinship caregivers to join us as well!

After attending the training, you will be able to:

Understand why social skills are critical to overall development and quality of life.
Recognize social deficits and ways to improve them.
Understand the five areas of social awareness.
Help parents and caregivers use social skills training at home.
1.5 Social Work CEU available.

Date: April 15th, 2026
Time: 10:00-11:30am

Training Location:
Zoom (a link will be provided after registration)

Visit our website for more information and to register:
https://pbs.cedwvu.org/pbs-trainings/increasing-social-awareness/

03/25/2026

Want to join in on the WVU Day of Giving fun?
Ready for a challenge?
Participating in a WVU challenge may give the CED a little bonus!
Make sure to tag us Center For Excellence In Disabilities at WVU and use hashtags and to have your entry count

WVU Gear Challenge: post photos of yourself, your family and/or your pets wearing WVU gear. Some of the most creative winners will be chosen at 9am, 3pm and 9pm.

03/25/2026

TODAY is the WVU Day of Giving!

Donate here and select West Virginia University Center for Excellence in Disabilities- any contributions will go directly into our programs
https://dayofgiving.wvu.edu/giving-day/110212/donate

Today is the day!

Please consider a gift to the WVU CED today for WVU Day of Giving!

Your supports helps us:
- Empower families with resources, advocacy tools, and direct support.
- Expand services from early intervention to transition into adulthood.
- Train professionals and communities to better serve West Virginians with disabilities.
- Promote independence through education, employment, healthcare access, and community inclusion.

We are so grateful for your support today and every day! No matter the size, your gift creates real impact and opportunity. Thank you!

Give to the CED: https://dayofgiving.wvu.edu/giving-day/110212/department/110264

West Virginia Assistive Technology - WVATS
Regional Transition Navigator Services
Positive Behavior Support - PBS Tips & Tools
Specialized Family Care Program
WV F2F and P4P Programs
WV TBI Services
IMPACT WV
WVU Foundation