WV TBI Services

02/17/2026

The WVU CED 2025 Annual Report is here! Inside you will find numbers for our programs and overall reach, info on how we continue to strengthen West Virginia's disability workforce, a detailed look at the impact of our trainings, story highlights from the last fiscal year, and more.

Thank you for supporting the WVU CED as we continue to improve the lives of West Virginians with disabilities 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 throughout the state and nation.

View report:https://ced-editor.hsc.wvu.edu/media/5688/annual-report-2025.pdf

Association of University Centers on Disabilities
West Virginia Assistive Technology - WVATS
Positive Behavior Support - PBS Tips & Tools
Regional Transition Navigator Services
Specialized Family Care Program
WV F2F and P4P Programs
WV TBI Services
IMPACT WV

02/10/2026

The opportunity for our state to hold such an impactful event like Alive to Thrive is something we are so grateful for. Thank you to everyone who attended, shared their stories, and helped make this gathering so meaningful.

The growth of this event from last year really shows the value of providing these opportunities and experiences for individuals with brain injury and their families.

Thank you so much MoCrazy Strong Brain Injury Foundation!

02/06/2026

Throughout February, we're going to be spotlighting some influential people from the intersection of the Black and disability communities.

Today, we're highlighting Black women with disabilities who have inspired change.

- Claudia Gordon: The first Deaf Black woman to become a U.S. attorney.

- Harriet Tubman: A leader of the Underground Railroad, Tubman had a traumatic brain injury, epilepsy, and narcolepsy.

- Fannie Lou Hamer: A civil rights leader with polio who ran for Congress.

- Ayanna Pressley: A U.S. Congresswoman with alopecia who champions disability rights and racial equality.

- Yolanda Thompson: A Capitol Hill advisor and activist who has multiple disabilities and chronic illnesses.

- Charlotte McClain-Nhlapo: Global Disability Advisor at the World Bank who has a spinal cord injury.

Check out the full article from the United Spinal Association: https://unitedspinal.org/honoring-six-black-women-with-disabilities-who-inspire-change/

United Spinal Association

02/04/2026

Thank you so much for attending Becky! We appreciate having the continued support of National Association of State Head Injury Administrators - Nashia for all of our initiatives and events!

01/30/2026

As part of Alive to Thrive, we also had our 2026 WV TBI Conference. We had 9 speakers from 5 different states (West Virginia, Virginia, Utah, Michigan, and Ohio) across many disciplines. We were super lucky to get such esteemed individuals to share their knowledge with us and we can't them enough for coming!

We also wanted to thank all of our vendor/exhibitors for their time, expertise, and ability to share their information to all of our guests and attendees!

We are already looking forward to next year and hope that you all come learn with us again. More pictures coming soon!

WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Morgantown
Disability Rights of West Virginia
NAMI Greater Wheeling/NAMI in West Virginia
West Virginia Department of Human Services

01/27/2026

The WVU CED offices in Morgantown, Charleston, and Beckley will be closed tomorrow, January 27 along with WVU campuses.

Stay safe and we will see you soon!

01/26/2026

The 2026 Alive to Thrive and TBI Conference was a huge success! We have so many pictures and videos from all of you and we will be posting some over the next week, but here are a few to enjoy!

We are beyond grateful for the MoCrazy Strong Brain Injury Foundation for choosing West Virginia again to host such a unique and eventful experience for individuals with brain injury and their caregivers. It is truly a remarkable thing to witness the confidence and community building that takes place during these events.

Thank you so much Challenged Athletes of West Virginia for your expertise and thoughtfulness to help those with all abilities!

Thanks to Canaan Valley Resort for being incredible hosts yet again! We continue to hear nothing but positive feedback from your hospitality.

Thank also to all of the volunteers that came and assisted with all of the skiing! And a big shoutout the PT Students at WVU Physical Therapy Program for assisting with the tubing session!

We will have another post coming soon about the WV TBI Conference! Stay tuned.

01/26/2026

The CED offices in Morgantown, Charleston, and Beckley are closed today along with WVU campuses. We expect to reopen tomorrow. Stay safe and warm!

West Virginia University is canceling all in-person classes, closing in-person operations and shifting most employees to remote work for the Morgantown Campus on Monday (Jan. 26). More info ➡️ https://go.wvu.edu/4gbbh.

01/23/2026

This WV TBI Conference is off to a great start with Dr. Brandmeir from WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute! It was an eye opening and engaging conversation.

01/23/2026

This is such a great way to summarize Day 1 of MoCrazy Strong Brain Injury Foundation Alive to Thrive 2026!

Thank you WBOY 12News for coming to Canaan Valley Resort and highlighting such a wonderful experience!

01/19/2026

The WVU CED will be closed on Monday, January 19 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Dr. King's leadership and work with the civil rights movement helped pave the way for both the Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (passed in 1973) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (passed in 1990). These vital pieces of legislation help protect the rights of people with disabilities today and ensure equality in housing, employment, education, transportation, and more.

Learn more about how Dr. King helped lay the groundwork for the disability rights movement: https://www.americanbar.org/groups/diversity/disabilityrights/news/how-civil-rights-movement-paved-way-disability-rights-disability-justice/

01/16/2026