Family Support Resources
OKF • June 18, 2025
Resources for West Virginia Families
Where to Get Help*
Mental Health and Counseling Services
Kanawha County:
- Charleston Area Medical Center Behavioral Health Services - (304) 388-9963
- Offers family therapy, individual counseling, and trauma-informed care
- Accepts Medicaid and offers sliding scale fees
- Prestera Center - (304) 340-3676
- Comprehensive behavioral health services with multiple locations
- Specializes in family preservation services
Putnam County:
- Putnam Aging & Family Services - (304) 586-0811
- Family counseling and support services
- Works directly with DHHR on family cases
Cabell County:
- Prestera Center Huntington - (304) 525-7851
- Crisis intervention and family therapy
- River Park Hospital Behavioral Health - (304) 526-9111
- Inpatient and outpatient mental health services
Support Groups and Advocacy Organizations
Statewide Resources:
- West Virginia Parent Training and Information Center - (304) 624-1436
- Helps parents navigate systems and advocate for their children
- Children's Home Society of WV - (304) 755-3131
- Family preservation and reunification services
- WV Coalition Against Domestic Violence - (304) 965-3552
- Support for families dealing with domestic violence issues
Local Support Groups:
- NAMI Kanawha Valley - (304) 342-0497
- Support groups for families dealing with mental health challenges
- Parents Anonymous Groups - Contact local DHHR offices for meeting times
Crisis and Emergency Resources
24/7 Crisis Lines:
- WV Crisis Hotline - 1-800-579-5844
- National Child Abuse Hotline - 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453)
- WV Domestic Violence Hotline - 1-800-352-6513
Emergency Assistance:
- Salvation Army locations in Charleston, Huntington
- Catholic Charities WV - Emergency assistance programs
- Local food banks and clothing assistance programs
These resources are critical because families in child welfare proceedings often face immediate crises that, if addressed quickly, can prevent case escalation.
Educational and Parenting Support
Parenting Classes (often court-required):
- WV Parenting Education Program - Available through family courts
- Healthy Families WV - Home visiting programs
- Head Start Programs - Early childhood education and family support
Substance Abuse Treatment:
- Highland Hospital - (304) 926-1600 (Charleston)
- Prestera Center Substance Abuse Services
- Recovery Point WV - Multiple locations
Legal Aid and Additional Support
Legal Resources:
- Legal Aid of West Virginia - 1-800-642-8279
- For clients who may need additional civil legal assistance
- WV State Bar Lawyer Referral Service - (304) 558-2456
- For specialized referrals outside your practice areas
DHHR Navigation:
- Each county DHHR office has family service coordinators
- Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) programs in each county
* This list is for information purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice or an endorsement of services. To have your organization added to this list, please contact admin@thekfklawfirm.com
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