WV F2F and P4P Programs

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

03/25/2026

March 25th is National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day

Cerebral Palsy (CP) is the most common lifelong motor impairment impacting more than 17,000,000 people around the world. CP is the result of damage to the developing brain and describes a group of movement disorders that affect a person’s ability to move and maintain balance and posture.

To learn more visit: www.cerebralpalsyfoundation.org

03/24/2026

Day of Giving Social Media Prop Challenge!

Lets see those maps 👀
*map available in comments

03/24/2026

Virtual Speaker Series:
Understanding Insurance Rejections and Resources for Families

Register to attend:
https://wvumdtv.zoom.us/meeting/register/ff_pvXnFQga6-lLR0p9HgA
April 7, 2026 Speaker Series Info:
Date: April 7, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Presenter: Whitney Price
Founder of UnPuzzled Parents Connect non-profit

Topic: Understanding 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, help you understand insurance rejections and how to make the most of Medicaid, and where to find local resources for your child’s medical and developmental needs.

What you’ll learn:
• Ways to demystify insurance and Medicaid options
• How to find community programs and services
• How to overcome insurance rejections

Join us for a laid-back, virtual speaker series 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.

03/24/2026

🌟 Fathers, this one’s for you. 🌟

Parenting a child with a disability can feel overwhelming—emotionally, physically, and mentally—but you don’t have to do it alone. The Father Survival Guide offers encouragement, practical tips on school and healthcare involvement, stress management, and building your own support network of dads who get it.

Whether you’re just starting this journey or you’ve been on it for a while, this guide is a powerful reminder that your presence matters, your strength matters, and your resilience teaches your child the power of perseverance.

👉 Read the full guide here:https://www.p2pusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Father-Survival-Guide.pdf

Share with a dad who could use a boost today. 💙👨‍👧‍👦

03/23/2026

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
7:00 p.m. EST

Topic: WVABLE Program and Building Financial Stability for Your Child's Future

Please join the weekly Circle of Parents support group on Tuesday, April 28 at 7:00 p.m. EST as we welcome WVABLE Program Director Roxanne Clay as a guest speaker!


Register for 4/28 Circle of Parents Meeting
https://wvumdtv.zoom.us/meeting/register/u5QrceioqjMsqSHpdsYg-JnXeof1i7Y9-g #/registration

Planning for your child’s future just got easier. WVABLE is an important financial planning tool made possible by the federal Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act. The law recognizes the extra costs associated with living with a disability and raising a child with a disability, and aims to ease financial strains by making tax-free savings accounts available to cover qualified expenses which includes any expense that support the child’s health, independence and quality of life. Now with WVABLE, eligible individuals and families can save and invest above the $2,000 imposed asset limit without losing eligibility for certain government benefits that are critical to their health and well-being such as SSI and Medicaid.

During this session, we will discuss:
• Key benefits and important features of the program
• Simple steps to open and grow your child’s savings
• How to easily access funds to pay for qualified expenses
• How the accounts incentive employment for individuals with disabilities
• 2026 updates, enhancements, and incentives
There will be a Q&A at the end of the session.

Circle of Parents support groups are free of charge and foster an exchange of ideas, support, information and resources.

Every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m., parents can meet online with the Circle of Parents group to share information, resources, laughter and support! For your safety and security, registration is required.

https://wvumdtv.zoom.us/meeting/register/u5QrceioqjMsqSHpdsYg-JnXeof1i7Y9-g #/registration

For more information, contact Tina Crook, Lead Parent Network Specialist and program coordinator, at tina.crook@hsc.wvu.edu

03/23/2026

Often the best advice comes from another parent who shares a similar experience…what was the best advice another parent gave you?

💬 Finish the sentence…

The best advice another parent ever gave me was:
“________________________.”

As parents and caregivers, some of the most meaningful support comes from someone who has been there.

Share the advice that helped you the most — it might be exactly what another parent needs to hear today. 💙

03/22/2026

April 25th at Bridgeport City Park -11th Annual Walk for Autism

03/21/2026

WVU Day of Giving
March 25th 2026


https://dayofgiving.wvu.edu/giving-day/110212?utm_source=scalefunder&utm_campaign=amb_share&utm_content=3prvkkef5bbpgxujix9vqrl&utm_medium=plain

03/21/2026

The Neurodiversity Tree is a visual representation of the neurodiversity umbrella — a concept that recognizes the wide range of ways the human brain can develop and function.
Under this umbrella are many different neurological differences, including autism, ADHD, OCD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, Tourette syndrome, bipolar disorder, and more. Each leaf on the tree represents one of these identities, highlighting that neurodiversity is not one single experience, but a spectrum of many.
Just as no two leaves are exactly alike, no two individuals experience neurodiversity in the same way. Yet, all are connected — growing from the same foundation and contributing to the strength and diversity of the whole.
This tree serves as a reminder that neurodiversity is not a deficit, but a natural variation of the human experience — one that deserves understanding, inclusion, and acceptance.

03/21/2026

This year's World Down Syndrome Day theme asks for us all to stand "together against loneliness." Why loneliness? According to studies, people with intellectual disabilities are 7 times more likely to be lonely than people without disabilities.

Loneliness can happen when people don't feel supported, or when they experience stigma or discrimination at home, school, or in the workplace. How can we help everyone feel welcomed, including people with Down syndrome or intellectual disabilities? It starts with good friendships and relationships, and helping others feel connected and valued.

- Real inclusion: To be truly included in schools, jobs, and community life. Not just “being there,” but taking part.
- Welcoming spaces: To feel welcome and valued, to be invited to join in, and to be safe from stigma.
- Meaningful relationships: To have strong, supportive, and meaningful relationships with friends, family, and partners.

Another way to make sure everyone feels welcome is to stop using harmful language. The Just Evolve campaign is doing a great job of educating everyone on how using disability-related words as insults is a thing of the past. Check out their video to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bB07h9WM5A8



World Down Syndrome Day