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How Positive Childhood Experiences Shape Lifelong Mental Health

positive childhood experiences

Positive childhood experiences are supportive, nurturing moments created by parents and caring adults to help children and teens grow and thrive. Learn how you can create these experiences and why they matter so much.

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Where to Find Resources for West Virginia Teens Aging Out of Foster Care

Resources for teens aging out of foster care

Discover how KVC West Virginia provides essential resources for teens aging out of foster care to ensure they have the skills they need to succeed.

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Faith in Action: How Churches Can Support Youth in Foster Care

Churches supporting foster care youth

Discover how churches can support the 6,000+ youth in West Virginia foster care. Learn practical ways your faith community can provide love, stability and resources to families in need.

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Online Safety 101: Teaching Kids Safe Internet Habits

online safety

Online safety starts with a few simple steps that make a big difference. Protecting kids online is worth every effort—staying aware, checking in, stepping in when needed, and keeping communication open all go a long way in teaching kids safe internet habits. Check out these tips that your whole family can use to build a healthier, safer relationship with the digital world.

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Best Practices for Teaching and Supporting Students in Foster Care

Best practices for teaching students in foster care

Children and teens in foster care often face more obstacles to learning than their peers. Fortunately, educators can empower students in foster care to perform well academically and feel safe and welcomed at school. Check out these strategies for success!

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School-Based Therapy: What Parents & Schools Need to Know

school-based therapy

At KVC West Virginia, we aim to provide healing, supportive services to every child who needs them. That’s the heart behind our school-based therapy program. Learn how KVC West Virginia’s school-based therapy brings essential mental health support directly to students in their schools.

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How to Fulfill Your West Virginia Social Work CEU Requirements

West Virginia social work CEUs

Learn more about KVC West Virginia’s social work CEU trainings and how you can join engaging trainings with your fellow professionals.

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How One Young Girl’s Dream Led Her Family to Become Foster Parents

One family's journey of becoming foster parents in West Virginia

Alyssa’s wish for a sister inspired her parents to become foster parents with KVC West Virginia. Discover how foster care changed her family’s life and how you can make a difference, too.

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Foster Care and Mental Healthcare Leader KVC West Virginia Welcomes New President

Erin Keltner Named KVC West Virginia President

The KVC West Virginia Board of Directors names Erin Keltner President of KVC West Virginia, effective July 1, 2024. Keltner has been with KVC for nearly 20 years. In addition, current President Brent Lemon will become Executive Vice President.

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How to Talk to Children About Mental Health Therapy

child mental health therapy in West Virginia

Guiding your child to therapy? Get expert tips on starting the conversation positively and setting them up for success.

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