Your Guide to the Home Study Process for Foster Care and Adoption
What is a foster care home study and how do you prepare for one in West Virginia? This guide walks you through the process with support from KVC.
What is a foster care home study and how do you prepare for one in West Virginia? This guide walks you through the process with support from KVC.
Teen dating looks very different today, especially with social media shaping how relationships begin and grow. Learn how parents, foster parents and caregivers can recognize healthy and unhealthy teen relationships and how to have calm, supportive conversations that build trust and connection.
Therapy isn’t as intimidating as it sounds. It’s a safe space to talk, vent, laugh a little and figure out life’s tougher moments with someone who’s on your side. Whether your child is anxious, overwhelmed or just needs to be heard, this quick read breaks down what therapy really looks like.
Foster parents in West Virginia aren’t in this alone. At KVC, you’ll have a whole team, from home finders to therapists, supporting you and the youth in your care. Learn how we walk with foster parents every step of the way.
Learn why mental health support matters in foster care, how trauma affects youth and how KVC provides therapy for children, teens and adults.
When life feels heavy, the right support can make all the difference. Discover how KVC West Virginia’s outpatient therapy is bringing hope and healing to children, teens and families one person and one story at a time.
Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, teacher, coach or any caring adult, you have the power to make a difference. Try these seven simple ways to support teen mental health.
If you’ve ever thought about fostering as a single adult but wondered, “Can I do this on my own?” the answer is YES! Thousands of children and teens in foster care are waiting for someone just like you. See how KVC West Virginia will support you every step of the way as you embark on your foster parenting journey.
With nearly 6,000 youth in foster care in West Virginia, the need for foster parents is greater than ever. Find out how you can help.
Learn about social work and mental health professional burnout, and get practical tips on how to combat it from KVC West Virginia experts.