Necco Foster Care and Counseling

Necco Foster Care and Counseling Necco of Huntington, WV provides community based services for at-risk children and their families.

Necco provides services related to the welfare of children in need of loving, stable and supportive families. We do this through adoption, foster care, independent living, supported living, community rehabilitation, residential living, mental health counseling and related support services. Necco operates in Georgia, Kentucky, Ohio, West Virginia and Indiana and serves children age birth to 21.

09/30/2025

Fostering Builds Futures—Here’s Proof!

From day one, Bill and Rhonda Riggs dreamed of a big family—and today, they’re preparing to adopt their 11th child. In this reel, they share the joy of watching their foster daughters thrive, including two headed to college who say, ‘We never would’ve made it this far without you.’

Their story is a powerful reminder that fostering doesn’t just change lives—it builds futures. Watch now and see how you can be part of that change.

Learn more at Necco.org.

September is National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month. Su***de is preventable and there are ways we can all help. Not...
09/29/2025

September is National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month. Su***de is preventable and there are ways we can all help. Notice changes, if someone seems withdrawn, overwhelmed, or unlike themselves, reach out. Every conversation, every small act of kindness, and every moment of connection can make a difference.

09/27/2025

10 Kids and Counting: Bill & Rhonda’s Foster Journey!

After 26 years and nearly a dozen adoptions, Bill and Rhonda Riggs open up about the joy, challenges, and deep love that define their journey as foster parents. From raising teenage girls to watching them thrive in college, their story is proof that fostering doesn’t just change kids’ lives—it transforms families.

You don’t have to be perfect—just willing. Hear why fostering might be right for you!

For more information visit Necco.org

Start foster care training now and you could be certified by the season of celebration. Whether you're single, married, ...
09/26/2025

Start foster care training now and you could be certified by the season of celebration. Whether you're single, married, retired, or simply ready to make a difference, there's a child waiting for someone just like you. Begin today. Link in bio.

09/25/2025

“You just never know. Go with it. Try it!” -LaTasha. Case Manager/Foster Mom

LaTasha, a Case Manager with NECCO and former foster parent, shares how taking a leap into fostering led to a life-changing journey—adopting the first two children who came into her home. What started as a temporary role became a forever family.

If you’ve ever wondered whether fostering is for you—whether you’re “too old,” unsure, or just curious—this story is a gentle nudge to give it a try. Because sometimes, the path you didn’t plan becomes the one that changes everything.

Foster Parents Needed. Visit Necco.org for more information!

09/25/2025

Before he became the visionary behind Apple, Steve Jobs spent time in foster care before being adopted by Paul and Clara Jobs. His journey is a powerful reminder that where you start doesn’t define where you’ll go.

Interested in becoming a foster care parent? Learn more here: https://www.necco.org/foster-care

09/23/2025

“It’s okay to feel sad—even when you’re happy.” - LaTasha. Case Manager/Foster Mom

In this video, LaTasha shares the emotional journey of a first-time foster family facing reunification after seven and a half months. As the children return to their biological parents, the foster family grapples with grief, love, and the bittersweet reality of letting go.

Through personal stories and compassionate support, this video reminds us that the fostering journey is filled with complex emotions—and no one has to navigate them alone.

Become a Foster Parent today @ Necco.org!

September is National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, a month where we can all make a difference. A simple “I’m here...
09/22/2025

September is National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, a month where we can all make a difference. A simple “I’m here for you” can open the door to healing and can make a big difference in someone’s day. If you’re ever worried about a loved one, reach out. Each and every moment of connection can make a difference.

09/20/2025

“Two weeks can change a life.” - LaTasha. Case Manager/Foster Mom

In this heartfelt video, LaTasha reflects on leaving a successful career in substance use recovery to answer a deeper calling: helping children find family. She shares how even short-term fostering—just two weeks—can mean safety, love, and healing for a child who’s never known it.

This message is a reminder that every moment matters. Whether you foster for days or years, your impact can echo through a child’s entire life.

Become a Foster Parent today @ Necco.org

Did you know that foster care training only takes about 3 months? Begin now and you'll be ready to give the gift of home...
09/19/2025

Did you know that foster care training only takes about 3 months? Begin now and you'll be ready to give the gift of home this holiday season! Many children experience their first holiday celebration with a foster family. Follow this link if you're ready to be that family: https://www.necco.org/foster-care

09/18/2025

Alexis’s Honest Advice to Future Foster Parents - “Just Go For It!”

Thinking about fostering but feeling unsure? Alexis has a message for you: take the leap! In this heartfelt clip, she shares the real challenges—and the even greater rewards—of opening your home to a child in need.

With a strong support system and a courageous heart, Alexis reminds us that while doubts may come, the joy and impact of fostering far outweigh the fears.

🎥 Watch now to hear her empowering words and discover why fostering might be the most meaningful decision you’ll ever make.

Congratulations to the Wood/Lawrence family on the adoption!🫶
09/18/2025

Congratulations to the Wood/Lawrence family on the adoption!🫶

09/16/2025

"At first I was like, I'm only taking one kid." - How Alexis’s Foster Journey Grew Into a Family!

Alexis thought she’d foster just one child. Today, she’s a proud mom to three—from a four-month-old to a preteen—all thanks to the unwavering support of NECCO and a legacy of love that runs deep in her family.

Alexis is continuing a powerful tradition of care and compassion. Watch her story to see how one decision turned into a lifelong mission—and why she’s not stopping anytime soon.

09/13/2025

“Fostering is in my DNA.” - Alexis. Foster Care Parent Ambassador

Meet Alexis —a dedicated teacher and foster mom whose story began with a single kinship placement and grew into a life-changing mission. Inspired by her students, her fiancé, and a deep-rooted family legacy, Alexis shares how fostering became more than a choice—it became her calling.

With honesty and heart, she opens up about the challenges of fostering as a single parent, the power of a strong support system, and how NECCO helped her expand her family from one child to three.

Watch Alexis’s story and see how love, resilience, and community can transform lives—one child at a time.

Congratulations to the Thornberry family on the adoption! ❤👏
09/09/2025

Congratulations to the Thornberry family on the adoption! ❤👏

09/09/2025

They’ve already lost so much They shouldn’t lose each other too.

When children enter foster care, being separated from their brothers or sisters can make an already traumatic experience even harder.

You can help keep siblings together and keep their bond strong by opening your home to more than one child.

🧡 More love.
🏠 More stability.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 More chances to stay together.

Relaunching Futures - WV Foster Adoptive & Kinship Parents Network 2025 ConferenceInterested in meeting other families a...
08/21/2025

Relaunching Futures - WV Foster Adoptive & Kinship Parents Network 2025 Conference

Interested in meeting other families and learning more about trauma, well-being, advocacy, etc? Attend in-person or online on October 11th! Register at the link below!

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/relaunching-futures

Necco Barboursville will be hosting the MU Speech and Hearing Center for free speech screenings this Friday, 8/22 from 1...
08/20/2025

Necco Barboursville will be hosting the MU Speech and Hearing Center for free speech screenings this Friday, 8/22 from 10:00am-12:00pm.

Have concerns about your child’s eating, hearing, or speech? Stop by to get your questions answered.

Foster Parents: please join us for an informative training presented by WV Treatment Director Dreama Short, outlining ho...
08/14/2025

Foster Parents: please join us for an informative training presented by WV Treatment Director Dreama Short, outlining how we can best serve the children in our care and help prepare them for the future!

To RSVP, email Lherman@necco.org

Thank you so much to Ryan Navy and Ashley Hayton with River Valley Church for the school supplies and donations! We are ...
08/14/2025

Thank you so much to Ryan Navy and Ashley Hayton with River Valley Church for the school supplies and donations! We are so thankful! ❤

A huge congratulations to the Priddy family on the adoption! 🎉❤
08/14/2025

A huge congratulations to the Priddy family on the adoption! 🎉❤

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8318 U.S. Route 60 East
Barboursville, WV
25504

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+13047330036

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