Resources
NAMI
NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
1-800-GAMBLER
Fast, free, confidential help for problem gamblers and their loved ones
Recognized nationally for its innovative approach to providing treatment for gambling addiction, this statewide program includes a 24-hour helpline, referrals to gambling addiction specialists, support groups, and much more!
HELP 4 WV
Addiction & Mental Health Help for Adults and Kids
Providing immediate help for those struggling with addiction or mental health issues, HELP4WV features 24-hour access to call, text, and chat. It also has a searchable online resource directory.
988
988 is more than just an easy-to-remember number—it’s a direct connection to compassionate, accessible care and support for anyone experiencing mental health-related distress – whether that is thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress. People can also dial 988 if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.
WV Tobacco Quitline
The WV Tobacco Quitline is available to uninsured West Virginians, as well as those with Medicaid, Medicare or Private Insurance.
211
WV 211 program, in partnership with the United Way, helps people locate social services and resources in their community.
HELP 4 WV Children's Crisis Line
When it comes to children, it may be easy to see that something is wrong, yet scary and challenging to know where to find help. This line is available 24/7 to assist in finding the most appropriate available treatment for youth behavioral health needs. We can provide parenting support, crisis counseling, and local resources for your family.
HELP 304
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed or emotionally exhausted? We are here to help you find the way forward with stress-management strategies as well as community resources and referrals. We are WV’s Emotional Strengthline.
Jobs & Hope
We connect anyone seeking job training or employment to someone who can help.
DBSA WV
Depression and BiPolar Support Group Finding support for your mental health is an important step on the road to wellness. So, why attend a DBSA support group? They provide the kind of sharing and caring that is crucial for a lifetime of wellness. Group members focus on mutual aid strategies for living the fullest life possible. Members continually provide hope, reassurance and encouragement to one another.
Bartlett Housing Solutions
Emergency shelter providing meals, linkage to community resources and assistance with moving to transitional or permanent housing.
West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness
The goal of the WV Coalition to End Homelessness is to end homelessness in our state. Housing people is the only way we’ll end homelessness. We assist agencies and communities in West Virginia where homelessness is either a prevalent or hidden issue. We’re committed to ending homelessness in West Virginia and to ensuring that no child, veteran, or family enters homelessness in the first place.
The Soup Opera
The Soup Opera offers a hot meal and daily necessities to homeless and or those in need in our community.
Clarksburg Mission
At the Clarksburg Mission, we strive to provide comfort, reassurance and resources to those in need. Not only do we provide emergency shelter through our welcome room, but we also provide transitional housing through our dorm program, homeless veterans program and much more.
West Virginia University Center for Excellence in Disabilities
The WVUCED is committed to ensuring accessibility for all trying to access the information and services we provide. It is the goal of WVUCED to ensure timely meaningful access to individuals with Limited English Proficiency, who are Deaf/Hard Of Hearing or need other accommodations. If you need assistance, please ask about our Language Access Plan.
Job Accommodation Network
The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues.
West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services
DRS provides vocational services that help individuals with disabilities prepare for, obtain, regain, maintain or advance in employment. Through DRS’ statewide field offices, vocational rehabilitation counselors help consumers assess interests and abilities, as well as explore career options to develop individualized employment plans that will empower each person to meet his or her unique employment goals.
West Virginia Developmental Disabilities Council
The Council’s mission is to assure that West Virginia citizens with developmental disabilities receive the services, supports, and other forms of assistance they need to exercise self-determination and achieve independence, productivity, integration and inclusion in the community.
WV ABLE
A STABLE account is an investment account available to eligible individuals living with disabilities. STABLE accounts allow you to save and invest money without losing eligibility for certain public benefits programs, like Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or Social Security Disability Income (SSDI). Earnings in your STABLE account are not subject to federal income tax, so long as you spend them on qualified disability expenses.
West Virginia Assistive Technology System
The purpose of West Virginia Assistive Technology System (WVATS) is to provide services and resources to help West Virginia residents of all ages and abilities make informed decisions about assistive technology. WVATS serves not only individuals with disabilities but also their circle of support. This includes family members, employers, employment service providers, educators, health care providers, social service providers, and others seeking AT expertise in all areas of life, but especially in education, employment, and community living.
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