News and Announcements

DoHS Announces Forthcoming Closure of West Virginia Children’s Home
11/19/2024
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) last week notified employees, staff, and other stakeholders of the forthcoming closure of the West Virginia Children’s Home (WVCH) in Elkins, effective December 31, 2024....more

West Virginia Department of Human Services Releases November Update on Overdose Death Reduction
11/19/2024
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP) announced continued progress in reducing overdose deaths across the state....more

West Virginia State Office of Rural Health unveils newest issue of “Country Roads” magazine as companion to National Rural
11/18/2024
Governor Jim Justice has proclaimed that West Virginia will join states across the country in observing National Rural Health Day on Thursday, November 21, 2024....more

DoHS Enhances Child Welfare Prevention Efforts with New Pilot Program, Expanded Family Support Centers
11/12/2024
DoHS is advancing its commitment to strategic long term family preservation and child welfare prevention by launching a new CarePortal pilot program and strengthening partnerships and investment in Family Support Centers (FSCs) across the state....more

West Virginia Department of Human Services Offers Supports for Youth Transitioning Out of Foster Care
11/12/2024
DoHS is committed to supporting youth as they transition from foster care into adulthood. With a focus on comprehensive services, the State continues to expand its offerings to ensure foster youth have the tools they need for a successful transition....more

DoHS Reminds Women of Treatments Available for Substance Use Disorder During Prematurity Awareness Month
11/12/2024
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) is reminding women that treatment for substance use disorder is available to support healthy pregnancies and reduce the risk of preterm births during Prematurity Awareness Month....more

Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption Expands Foster Care Adoption Program Statewide in West Virginia
11/07/2024
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) and the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption are proud to announce the expansion of a key initiative aimed at increasing adoptions for youth in foster care who have been waiting the longest....more

West Virginia Department of Human Services Honors National Adoption Month
11/06/2024
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Social Services (BSS) joins communities across the nation in celebrating November as National Adoption Month....more

West Virginia Department of Human Services Opens Applications for Low Income Energy Assistance Program
11/01/2024
The West Virginia Department of Human Services' Bureau for Family Assistance today announced that applications for LIEAP will be accepted starting Monday, November 4, 2024, and continuing through Wednesday, November 27, 2024....more

West Virginia Department of Health Facilities Announces John Manchin, Sr. Health Care Center Receives Five-Star CMS rating
10/31/2024
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Deadline for the West Virginia Department of Health’s Healthy Habits School Contest is fast approaching
10/29/2024
As the West Virginia Department of Health, the West Virginia Department of Education, and Aetna Better Health of West Virginia prepare to celebrate creativity in health, schools across the state are reminded that the deadline to participate in the inaugur...more

DoHS Places Cross Lanes Child Care and Learning Center on Provisional License Amid Investigation
10/27/2024
DoHS has placed Cross Lanes Child Care and Learning Center on provisional license status and reduced the facility’s capacity to zero, effective Sunday, October 27, 2024, following serious non-compliance with State child care licensure regulations....more

DoHS Investigates Allegations of Incident at Cross Lanes Child Care and Learning Center
10/25/2024
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) has launched an immediate investigation in response to allegations of misconduct at Cross Lanes Child Care and Learning Center, following the circulation of a video on social media....more

Department of Health, State Police, Fusion Center, and Marshall University Announce Commission to Identify Remains
10/23/2024
The West Virginia Department of Health’s Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, alongside the West Virginia State Police, the West Virginia Fusion Center, and Marshall University, has made significant strides in forming the West Virginia Forensic Genealogy...more

West Virginia Department of Human Services Releases Update on Drop in Overdose Deaths
10/23/2024
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP) today announced a further reduction in overdose fatalities across the state. ...more