“Kinship caregivers give a hopeless child, hope.” Kinship care is a placement option in which relatives or close family connections care for a child who is in foster care.

Foster care is a complex system abundant with truths and misconceptions. Explore some common foster care myths and find the truth here.

Look behind the scenes of a day in the life of a social worker at KVC West Virginia. From social workers to mental health professionals and beyond, see what motivates our team to make a powerful difference for the children, families and adults we serve.

With more than 6,000 youth in foster care in West Virginia, the need for foster parents is greater than ever. Find out how you can help.