Center for Excellence in Disabilities at WVU

Center for Excellence in Disabilities at WVU Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Center for Excellence in Disabilities at WVU, Disability service, 959 Hartman Run Road, Morgantown, WV.

Improving the lives of West Virginians by providing evidence-based services and training opportunities, conducting research to continually pursue new and innovative approaches to care and support, and sharing information about supports and resources. Established in 1978, the Center for Excellence in Disabilities (CED) is located in Morgantown, West Virginia and has a satellite office in Big Chimney, West Virginia with staff located in offices across the state to better serve clients in their communities. The CED is a unit within West Virginia University (WVU) Health Sciences Center, and because of the placement within the University, has access and alignment within the Schools of Pharmacy, Public Health, Nursing, Medicine and Dentistry. As a federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD), we are part of a national network of similar centers across the country and serve as a resource to the community in the areas of education, research and service as it relates to the needs of people with disabilities.

04/06/2026

The Specialized Family Care (SFC) program is looking to hire a Family Based Care Specialist in West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle!

Are you passionate about helping people with disabilities? This position works with SFC foster family providers who welcome individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities into their homes as family members.

Check out the full details for this and all open CED positions: https://cedwvu.org/about-ced/jobs

Last week, we introduced our brand new homepage redesign that includes some new pages that focus on our areas of emphasi...
04/06/2026

Last week, we introduced our brand new homepage redesign that includes some new pages that focus on our areas of emphasis here at the CED. One of those areas to get a brand new page is Access to Healthcare.

Improving access to quality healthcare for people with disabilities is a complex challenge that requires teamwork from policymakers, healthcare providers, and the community.

This new page features info on healthcare barriers, types of care (preventive care, specialized care, patient-centered care, mental health services, and more), how to find providers, and a list of healthcare apps for iOS, Android, and web.

Learn more and browse: https://cedwvu.org/access-to-healthcare/

Association of University Centers on Disabilities
WVU Health Sciences

The Paths for Parents (P4P) program at the WVU CED is partnering with the Down Syndrome Network of West Virginia (DSNWV)...
04/03/2026

The Paths for Parents (P4P) program at the WVU CED is partnering with the Down Syndrome Network of West Virginia (DSNWV) to host a SibShop at their upcoming Step Up for Down Syndrome event held on May 16 at 12 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park in Clarksburg, WV!

What is a SibShop? SibShops are high-energy, fun-filled events for kids ages 8-13 who have a sibling with a disability. These gatherings are a chance to meet other siblings who "get it," make new friends, and play fun games. Along the way, kids also learn a bit about the supports and services their siblings receive in a relaxed, supportive environment.

What is Step Up? Step Up is a family fun day and team fundraiser to help support DSNW services including medical and community outreach, the family care assistance program, and regional connections/resource sharing. Participants are encouraged to form teams and help raise funds and awareness. Individuals with Down syndrome can register for free.

Learn more and register: https://charity.pledgeit.org/c/xiq6tjmqwf/pages/why

Down Syndrome Network of WV
WV F2F and P4P Programs

Your story can help future healthcare providers better understand families like yours!The WV Family to Family Health Inf...
04/02/2026

Your story can help future healthcare providers better understand families like yours!

The WV Family to Family Health Information Center (F2F-HIC) is looking for parents and caregivers of children with complex medical needs to join Project DOCC (Delivery of Chronic Care) as Parent Trainers.

Project DOCC is a training program that teaches healthcare students how chronic illness and disability affect children and their families in the hospital, at home, school, and in the community.

Parent Trainers work with WVU instructors and physicians to teach students from the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health, and related fields. You will share your personal experiences with caring for your child and working with their care teams.

You will:
- Share your experience in 2-hour virtual sessions, usually once a month
- Participate when you are available
- Rotate with other Parent Trainers throughout the year
- Work with WVU faculty

Interested in becoming a Parent Trainer? Contact Melina Danko at mdanko@hsc.wvu.edu or 304-293-4692.

Learn more about Parent Trainers and Project DOCC: https://cedwvu.org/news/story?headline=becomeproject-docc-parent-trainer

WVU School of Medicine
WVU Health Sciences
WVU School of Nursing
WVU School of Public Health
WVU School of Pharmacy
WV F2F and P4P Programs

Today is World Autism Day and April is World Autism/Autism Acceptance Month.The WVU CED manages a West Virginia autism r...
04/02/2026

Today is World Autism Day and April is World Autism/Autism Acceptance Month.

The WVU CED manages a West Virginia autism resource database that includes interactive maps. You can filter resources by service type, including ABA providers, evaluations, occupational therapy, speech-language therapy, and several others. We hope this database can help connect you to resources for you and your family!

View resources: https://cedwvu.org/resources/autism-resources-in-west-virginia/

WVU and the CED will be closed this Friday, April 3 for Spring Holiday. We will reopen on Monday, April 6 with regular h...
04/01/2026

WVU and the CED will be closed this Friday, April 3 for Spring Holiday. We will reopen on Monday, April 6 with regular hours.

We hope everyone has a great West Virginia spring weekend!

Attn: First Responders in the Charleston, WV area.Steven Slack, WVU Country Roads program instructor and Down syndrome a...
04/01/2026

Attn: First Responders in the Charleston, WV area.

Steven Slack, WVU Country Roads program instructor and Down syndrome ambassador with the National Down Syndrome Society, will be providing a free training titled "Successfully Communicating with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities" on April 3 and April 10 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at 601 Brooks St. in Charleston, WV!

Learn communication skills, crisis control strategies, and tips for interacting that lead to safety for all involved.

Email info@kceaa.org or call 304-345-2312 ext. 1507 to register.

Thanks to Exceptional Possibilities of WV and the Kanawha County Emergency Ambulance Authority for partnering on these trainings!

Exceptional Possibilities WV
Kanawha County Emergency Ambulance Authority

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

Don't miss the next Virtual Speaker Series webinar coming up on Tuesday, April 7 from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.! Guest host W...
03/31/2026

Don't miss the next Virtual Speaker Series webinar coming up on Tuesday, April 7 from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.! Guest host Whitney Price from UnPuzzled Parents Connect will be discussing insurance rejections and resources for families.

This session is all about cutting through the confusion and navigating the healthcare maze. We'll walk you through health insurance basics, how to make the most of Medicaid, and where to find local resources for your child's medical and developmental needs. Plus, we'll share tips on how to get your child the therapy and support they deserve, without the stress.

Register for free: https://wvumdtv.zoom.us/meeting/register/ff_pvXnFQga6-lLR0p9HgA #/registration

WV F2F and P4P Programs
Unpuzzled Parents Connect

We're excited to show off our brand new homepage design! The first thing you'll notice is the new banner featuring Count...
03/31/2026

We're excited to show off our brand new homepage design!

The first thing you'll notice is the new banner featuring Country Roads students in their graduation caps and gowns. This is actually a video slideshow that you can view by pressing the orange "play" button in the bottom right-hand corner of the banner! The slideshow features photos and video clips from some of our many programs, events, and clinics. You can pause the slideshow at any time by pressing the blue "pause" button.

You'll also notice our four Areas of Emphasis: Access to Healthcare, Employment, Health & Wellness, and Transitions. These each have a dedicated page full of tons of info and resources. Both Access to Healthcare and Employment are brand new pages that we will discuss more in depth later this week!

If you scroll a little further on the homepage you will find our CED News section and our trainee spotlights. Directions to both the Morgantown and Charleston CED locations are at the bottom of the page along with contact info.

We hope you enjoy the new design!

https://cedwvu.org/

Association of University Centers on Disabilities
WVU Health Sciences

The Charley Clayton Memorial Peep Festival is adding a new pageant called Peep-Ability for contestants with neurodiverse...
03/30/2026

The Charley Clayton Memorial Peep Festival is adding a new pageant called Peep-Ability for contestants with neurodiverse diagnosis, intellectual disability, or lifelong conditions (including cognitive, physical, and/or psychological)!

There will be two age groups for 5-8 years old and 9-12 years old. Pageant takes place during the festival on April 11, 2026 at Fairmont State University in Fairmont, WV.

The Charley Clayton Memorial Peep Festival honors the life and legacy of Charley Clayton by highlighting individuality, self-expression, and inclusion. The festival includes pageants, a memorial walk, a craft and vendor fair, art and community events, live music, and more. Funds raised benefit scholarships for local high school seniors.

Application link: https://pci.jotform.com/form/260383133679058

Charley Clayton Memorial Peep Festival

April's CED Ability Grand Rounds webinar will feature Dr. Lila Rabinovich, Director of Qualitative Research at the Unive...
03/30/2026

April's CED Ability Grand Rounds webinar will feature Dr. Lila Rabinovich, Director of Qualitative Research at the University of Southern California's Center for Economic and Social Research!

Dr. Rabinovich will be presenting on navigating the disability safety net, including barriers to applying for benefits and more. We welcome you to join in on the discussion! CED Grand Rounds are a great way to directly interact with disability experts from all across the world.

This webinar happens on April 14, 2026 at 2 p.m. EST.

Register for free: https://wvu.zoom.us/meeting/register/cqlQaWQdRa-ixx-cbIEeBw #/registration

CESR - Center for Economic and Social Research at USC
University of Southern California

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959 Hartman Run Road
Morgantown, WV
26505

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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