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WV Birth to Three Region 2
Early Childhood Resource Guide
Do you know an infant or toddler who is not
Moving • Hearing • Seeing • Learning or • Talking like others their age?
Every child deserves a great start and WV Birth to Three supports families to help their children grow and learn.
Our services are provided at NO COST to all families of eligible children. For more information on how we can help call:
1-866-401-8919 or 304-485-2000
Facebook and Websites
WV Birth to Three, Region 2 www.facebook.com/WVBirthToThreeRegion2
FACES (Families and Communities Embracing Support) Parent Networking & Support Group
www.facebook.com/familiesandcommunitiesembracingsupport
The Arc of the Mid Ohio Valley www.thearcmov.org
The Arc of the United States
www.thearc.org
Counties: Calhoun, Doddridge, Gilmer, Harrison, Pleasants, Ritchie, Wirt, Wood County
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Disability Networking and Support Group Families and Communities Embracing Support (FACES) Disability Networking & Support Group Join us the second Wednesday of the month from 11-1 p.m. The meetings are held at the Judge Black Annex at 315 Market Street, Parkersburg, WV. Lunch is always provided so RSVP to Shannon Hedrick at 304-485-2000 or to [email protected] is required.
When you look closely at those around you, it is apparent that everyone’s face is different. Upon a little closer look, however, it becomes apparent that many are struggling with similar concerns, issues, or experiences. It is only then that you realize there are great opportunities for supporting each other, whether through embracing and accepting an opinion, or through embracing through a hug or physical support.
Parents, siblings, guardians, caregivers, and other community members are invited to join this group, which will be held in a welcoming, supportive environment, and will provide information and resource awareness, program updates, educational components, and much-needed socialization on issues that impact the lives of those with disabilities and their unique needs and challenges. All are welcome
Resources Shared by All Counties Adoption Classes / Potential Foster Care/ Kinship Parents held at the Wood County DHHR. Must call and get registered. 304-420-2560 ext. 2061 or 2065 to Anna Music or Becky Brode (304) 420-2560 ext. 2061. All counties can attend. We are in need of lots of foster care homes even if someone just wants to be an Emergency placement for a few days or a few weeks until we can find a home. For Clarksburg times and schedule contact Tesa Ash (304) 627-2295 ext. 285 Bob Evans
Every Tuesday night is family night, kids eat free 12 and under. http://www.farmfreshgoodness.com/KidsEatFree/
Join the kids sweet treat club and get a free cookie the first three times you visit and a free Sunday on the 4th time. Pick up your free card at any restaurant or go to this site https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn2/Bob+Evans/SweetTreatClubBWFacebook.jpg to print it off yourself.
If you join the Birthday Club, you receive a free kid’s meal. https://kids.bobevans.com/index.asp
Join Bob Evans Mail and get a free dessert http://bobevans.com/BEMAIL/Index Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program This is for women age 25-64 that have no health insurance or underinsured. Services include free: clinical breast exam, pap smear, pelvic exam for women age 25-64, mammogram for women age 50-64. If you have a family history i.e. mother, grandmother, aunt or sister a mammogram at age 40-49. For more information in Pleasants, Ritchie, and Wood County contact Shelly Dusic at (304) 293-2370 or [email protected]. For more information in Calhoun, Gilmer, and Wirt Counties contact Anna Reno (304) 275-0339 or [email protected] Areas implementing program are:
Athena Health Center, LLC, Parkersburg
Coplin Clinic, Elizabeth (304) 275-3301
Gilmer County Health Department (304) 462-7351
Good Samaritan Clinic, Inc., Parkersburg (304) 834-3986
Jefferson Health and Wellness Center Parkersburg (304) 699-0506
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Minnie Hamilton Health System- Glenville (304) 462-7322
Minnie Hamilton Health System, Grantsville (304) 354-9244
Parkersburg Community Health Center (304) 424-4730
Parkersburg South Health and Wellness (304) 422-9188
Planned Parenthood Health Systems, Vienna (304) 295-3331
Pleasants County Office, St. Mary’s (304) 684-2461 Family Monthly Yearly
1 $2,452 $29,425
2 $3,319 $39,825
3 $4,185 $50,225
4 $5,052 $60,625
5 $5,919 $71,025
Captain D’s Kid´s Day (participating locations only) KIDS EAT FREE on Thursday at Captain D's. Get two free Kid's meals with any adult entree purchase at regular price, dine in only. Catholic Charities Mobile Outreach Food Pantry The Mobile Outreach van will travel a six-county area each month and offer consumers a five-day supply of healthy food in accordance with the best practices of the CCWVaWellnessWorks Food Pantry Program in Calhoun, Roane, Ritchie, Doddridge, Gilmer and Wirt counties. Call Catholic Charities for more information (304) 989-4511. Children With Special Health Care Needs 1-800-642-9704 Provides evaluation, care management, reimbursement for children with health care needs. CHIP WV Children's Health Insurance Program 1-800-642-9704 www.wvchip.org A low cost health care plan for children and teenagers of working families. Chic-fil-A Parkersburg, WV Family Night is every Tuesday from 5-7pm. During Family Night, we offer a FREE Kid's Meal (4 count Nugget, Fry, drink & prize) with each Adult Meal purchase. Our Unit also has an indoor play area for kids. We have an activity of some type each Tuesday from 5-7 for the kids. Chic-fil-A New Point family night is Thursday.
We typically send out a FREE offer monthly. Most of the time the offer is completely free, no additional purchase needed. We do not share our numbers, and we only send out one to two text offers per month. It is not something people will be bothered with. To join the program start a new message, in the body of the text enter CFAPKSBG and send it to #411247.
Child Care Food Program- CRI serves Calhoun, Doddridge, Gilmer, Jackson, Pleasants, Ritchie, Roane, Tyler, Wirt and Wood Counties. To participate in this program you must have some form of license obtained from your local DHHR. Family Day Care Providers that participate receive funding for nutritious, well balanced meals and snacks served to eligible children. The nutrition program offers you partial reimbursement for the food you serve your child care children and possibly your own. You will receive nutrition education & support, one to one in-home consultations, workshops and newsletters, meal & snack planning, trainings, cookbooks, calendars, and tons of fun at no cost to you. No receipts and all tax free! For more information call CRI at (304) 485-9238 ext. 18. https://www.facebook.com/child.care.food.program.parkersburg?fref=ts
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Choices Can help you find child care services for your children and often help with the cost of child care. Please stop by Choices at 4421 Emerson Avenue, Suite 102, Parkersburg, WV 26104 (304-485-2668) or at 315 North Ohio Ave, Clarksburg, WV 26301 (304) 622-6528. Our case managers also serve in the Wirt, Ritchie, Pleasants, Gilmer, Calhoun and Doddridge Counties WVDHHR offices regularly once a week. Please call our main office numbers for more information. Choices CCR&R offers free vision screenings for children ages 3yrs-4yrs. To find out how you can take advantage of this free service, please call your local Choices office.
Consumer Protection Education consumer education regarding protection from financial fraudulent activity. Brooke Fletcher, Consumer Outreach Specialist through the Office of the WV Attorney General, will be available for consult. If you have any questions, please contact Brooke Fletcher at (304) 777-9906 or [email protected]
CPR & First Aid Trainings
Parkersburg & Surrounding Areas American Red Cross Mid-Ohio Valley Chapter: Call 304-485-7311 for course
schedules RESA 5: Call 304-485-6513 or for information Marietta Memorial Hospital: Call 740-568-1677 for information Mid Ohio Valley Health Department: Call 304-485-7374 for more information.
Clarksburg & Surrounding Areas American Red Cross: Call 304-624-7689 to register. City of Clarksburg Fire Department: Call 304-624-1665 for information. RESA 7: For more information call 304-624-6554 Ext. 5, or visit http://resa7.k12.wv.us United Summit Center Call 681-342-1000 for information
Early Smiles First Dental Visit The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department has a new dental clinic designed just for Kids, age 1-5, who have never been to the dentist! It is called Early Smiles First Dental Visit! A friendly Hygienist will make sure that each kid will have a great first dental experience. The Hygienist will check the teeth, clean and apply fluoride as needed to prevent cavities, provide education, and provide a referral to a dental home. WV Medicaid and WV Chip will pay 100% for all dental treatment for kids. Applications can be picked up at the Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department or by calling (304) 485-7374 ext. 106 to have one mailed to you. Family Planning Program1-800-642-8522 Services include free or low cost pelvic exam, PAP smear, birth control, health education counseling, and pregnancy tests. To find a family planning clinic near you just text 368674 In the body of the message type findfpclinic and your zip code Example: findfpclinic 25301 Clinic name, location and phone number will be in received text message.
Doddridge County Health Department (304) 873-1531
Harrison Clarksburg County Health Department (304) 623-9308
Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department Pleasants County (304) 684-2461
Pleasants County Health & Wellness Center (304) 684-1216
Ritchie County Primary Care Assn. (304) 643-4005
Coplin Memorial Clinic (304) 275-3301
Jefferson School Based Health & Wellness (304) 699-0506
Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department (304) 485-7374
Parkersburg South Health and Wellness (304) 699-0809
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Gabriel Project of West Virginia This service can make home visits and phones calls, provide limited assistance with transportation and help to locate tangible items. Call (304) 424-3457 for more information. Wood County are Tuesday 9:30-12 and Thursday 9:30-1 or by appointment
Hands & Voices is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to supporting families and their children who are deaf or hard of hearing, as well as the professionals who serve them. We are a parent-driven organization that is unbiased towards communication modality or methodology. Our diverse membership includes those who are deaf, hard of hearing and their families who communicate orally, with signs, cue and/or combined methods. We exist to help children reach their highest potential. http://www.wvhandsandvoices.org/ WV Hands & Voices PO Box 282, Dunbar, WV 25064 1-304-932-1435 [email protected]
Headstart The Appalachian Council Head Start is accepting applications for 3 & 4 year olds in Wood, Calhoun, Doddridge, Pleasants, Tyler and Wirt counties for school year 2015-2016. If you have any questions feel free to call 1-877-490-5437 ext. 3019. Health Access A free clinic providing comprehensive medical care including prescription medications to the uninsured, low-income adult residents of Harrison and Doddridge counties. Call (304) 622-2708 for more information.
Home Depot FREE hands-on workshops designed for children ages 5 - 12 offered the 1st Saturday of every month at all The Home Depot stores between 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills, tool safety and instill a sense of pride and accomplishment. All kids get to keep their craft and receive a FREE Kids Workshop Apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement.
InfantSee The InfantSee program provides a one-time, no cost eye and vision assessment for babies 6 to 12 months old. To find a participating optometrist in your area, visit www.infantsee.org, call 1-888-396-3937. WV Birth to Three, RAU 2 has a list of participating optometrists.
Information Network for Resident Online Access and Delivery of Services www.inroads.org. Allows you to determine eligibility, apply and review for benefits, and lets you check on your benefits information online. You may apply online for Medicaid for Children and Pregnant Women, West Virginia Children's Health Insurance Program (WVCHIP), Food Stamps, and Medicare Premium Assistance Programs.
Kid Print ID Cards Pleasants, Wirt, and Wood CountiesThe Wood County Sheriff's Office will offer KidPrint ID Card’s Monday through Friday 9 AM to 3 PM at the Wood County Tax Office. KidsPrint is a great way for parents, guardians, caregivers, grandparents, and other close relatives to carry a child's personal information with them at all times, in their wallet. If the child is missing, the card can instantly be given to the police to assist in recovery. KidPrint ID Cards can also be given to babysitters and daycare providers, and can be used as a form of identification for children who are traveling.
Lowes has its building workshop select Saturdays at 10 am. The child will receive a free apron, patch, certificate of achievement, and craft. You must call or go online to sign up. There is no cost. http://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/pages/default.aspx
Mid Ohio Valley Health Department Lead Testing Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department now offers lead testing that is required for school registration. Call (304) 485-7374 for more information
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Military One Source As the summer begins, we have more chances to be outside and active. But being healthy means more than just exercising. Military OneSource provides tips, articles and resources to learn about and identify new ways to have a healthier lifestyle. Here are some articles/resources you can access on the Military OneSource website: www.militaryonesource.mil.
Parents As Teachers is a home visitation program supporting families from pregnancy to age three. This program helps parents understand child development and connects them to the resources they need to make the best choices for their families. They offer visits customized for the needs of your family. This program is free to all WV families.The Parents As Teachers Program covers Calhoun, Doddridge, Pleasants, Ritchie, Wirt, and Wood Call (304) 485-0650 for more information Parent Educator Resource Center All PERCs have certain common functions and responsibilities including: Providing information, resources, and training for parents on important issues such as problem solving, educational planning for their child, behavior management, home learning activities, and other topics to strengthen home-to-school partnerships; Assisting families on an individual basis to better understand their children's educational needs and to discover opportunities and options for meeting these needs; Connecting families with appropriate community services; and Offering information, resources, and training to educators to increase the skills, knowledge and attitudes needed to encourage and strengthen family involvement and positive school-to-home partnerships. For more information about parent involvement in your area, contact your local Parent-Educator Resource Center. For areas not listed, contact any member of the state team by calling (800) 642-8541/(304) 558-2696
Right From the Start A statewide program that helps WV mothers and their babies through home visitation services designed to discuss any questions and concerns you may have and help you find resources you need. Services are free and support mothers, new babies, and their families by helping create a safe, nurturing home. Call (304) 485-0650 for more information. For Doddridge County call (304) 845-7726 or Harrison Call (304) 424-4530.
Santa Video- Portable North Pole
Someone you love is having a birthday? Surprise them with a personalized video message sent directly by Santa! http://bit.ly/1t5w9r7
SafeLink Gives you a Free Cell Phone and 250 Free Minutes every month if you meet the income guidelines.
o There is a new program if you have UniCare as your Medicaid insurance that provides you with a bonus of 200 free minutes, unlimited text minutes, Calls to UniCare member services that will not count towards your 250 minutes, and text messages with health tips for you and your family. 3 ways to enroll in this program are: visit www.safelink.com to apply online, fill out the application and mail it back ( no postage necessary) or call SafeLink at 1-877-631-2550. With a SafeLink phone, there are no bills. If you run out of minutes, you can buy more. However, you can always call 911 or Member Services for free even if you run out of minutes. If you qualify, you should have a new phone in approximately 2 weeks.
Shoneys Kid’s Special Wednesday Bonus Ages 10 and Under 2 kids eat free with purchase of one adult meal. (Participating stores only, please call if you have questions)
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Smiles For life Adult Dental Screening and Referral Program The Smiles for Life Adult Dental Screening and Referral Program is available through the Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department. Screenings take place at the Wood County office but serve the Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department region of Calhoun, Pleasants, Ritchie, Roane, Wirt and Wood Counties. Clients are screened by appointment after completion and return of a health history application. Adults over 18 must provide proof of household income and those who qualify may receive a screening by Public Health Dental Hygienists and placement with a volunteer dentist to receive their most needed dental treatment. The initial screening fee is $25.00. Sliding scale fees for further treatment may apply. Applications may be picked up at the Health Department or mailed by calling (304) 485-7374 extension 109. Please leave a clear message including name, address and phone if you would like an application mailed. After receipt of application clients must call to make an appointment. More information can be obtained on-line at: www.movhd.com Oral Health. Starkey Hearing Foundation This resource helps an individual with a hearing impairment (adult or child). The Foundation assists individuals that meet the income qualification with hearing aids even if the family has private insurance. http://www.starkeyhearingfoundation.org/ Steak and Shake Kids eat free all weekend 1 Free kids plate for every $8 spent. Excludes drinks and shakes. Dine in only. Children 12 and under. (Participating Stores only, please call if you have questions.) Special Education Guide is now available. This is A Parents Advocacy Guide to Special Education. This resource is available to family members, educations, and other advocates for students with developmental disabilities. It is Free of Charge. To order a free copy go to the West Virginia Developmental Disabilities website: www.ddc.wv.gov. Click the publications tab which will take you to a page where you can access a link to the Publications order form. Complete and submit the form. You may also call the WV DD Council at 304-558-0416 to order a copy of the guide or send an email request at [email protected] Text4babyText BABY to 511411 to get free messages on your cell phone to help you through your baby’s first year. Thrift Shops Noah’s Arc Thrift Shops – all proceeds go to fund programs for people with disabilities. Don’t forget to shop, donate, or volunteer at the Noah’s Arc Thrift Shop. The Arc of the Mid-Ohio Valley has two currently located at: 1915 Dudley Avenue, Parkersburg304-865-1106 and 906 Broadway Avenue, Parkersburg 304-428-6700 Tobacco Quitline If you are a WV Resident who would like free help quitting tobacco, please call the WV Tobacco Quitline at 1-877-966-8784
Free Quit Tobacco Class Jamie Jacobsen, Tobacco Treatment Specialist (304) 485-7374 or [email protected] Call or email to RSVP, space is limited December 2, 2014 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. At the Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department
WIC The WIC program provides nutrition education, healthy foods, medical referrals, health screenings, and breastfeeding services free of charge to pregnant women, postpartum women, infants and children up to the age of 5. WIC is for all kinds of families. Call your local WIC office for more information, (304) 428-3688. WIC would like to offer our partner agencies an opportunity to speak at their next staff meeting about our program. If anyone is interested, please call Jennifer Habeb, Outreach Coordinator at 304-428-3688. They now have an eWIC Card and a mobile app.
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
WV Healthy Start Navigator Questions about using your health insurance coverage? Did you know that preventative services are now required to be covered for free under most insurance plans? This includes immunizations, annual checkups, mammograms, and contraception. You will not be charged a deductible or copay at qualifying visits. Visit www.cdc.gov/prevention to see what preventative services are recommended for you. If you have questions about free preventative services, finding a doctor who is in network, or signing up for health insurance, please contact Kelly Taylor, Navigator with the WV Healthy Start Navigator Project. She can be reached at 304-598-5150 or [email protected].
West Virginia Parent Training & Information For parents of children with special needs and others who work with their children. WVPTI, Inc. provides training, information, and technical assistance to equip families of children (0-26) to advocate successfully for their children. For more information contact them at (304) 624-1436 or 1-800-281-1436. Their email is [email protected] and website is www.wvpti.org
Calhoun County Born Learning, located at the basketball court behind the Herb Smith Community Building, was added by the Calhoun Family Resource Network for toddlers to learn to identify shapes and ABC’s. Calhoun Food Pantry The new location is to 1500 E. Little Kanawha Highway (Rt. 5) about a mile or two east of Grantsville. The pantry will be open two days a week, Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. CALHOUN COUNTY FARMERS MARKET Open every Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We accept SNAP (EBT) Cards for purchases. Shopping at the farmers market will give you the freshest produce available anywhere and will keep your grocery dollars right here in the community. CHRONIC DISEASE SELF MANAGEMENT CLASS - Will be held at the Tanner Community Building starting January 6th at 10:00 a.m. Classes are free and open to the public. For more information call 304-904-5241. Consumer Protection Education consumer education regarding protection from financial fraudulent activity. Brooke Fletcher, Consumer Outreach Specialist through the Office of the WV Attorney General, will be available for consult on the 2nd Wednesday of February, April, June, August, October, and December from 10:30-12:30 at the Calhoun County Committee on Aging Inc. PO Box 434 #3 Market Street Grantsville, WV 26147 Grantsville Farmers Market Grantsville Farmer's Market vendors have asked that the day and times be on FRIDAY from 11:00 am to 3. Grantsville Farmer's Market is located at the Wayne Underwood Field. Grief Support Meeting Meets each Tuesday, at the Oshoway Law Office on Main Street in Grantsville. Sue Oshoway, assisted by Sandra Fowler, will lead the group beginning at 5:30 p.m. The ladies encourage everyone that is struggling with the loss of a loved one to join them. Everyone is welcome. If you have any questions, contact Sue Oshoway 304-354-9204 or 304-655-9931 or Sandy Fowler at 304-373-6365. GROUP LIFE STYLE BALANCE CLASSES - Will be held at the Tanner Community Building starting January 5th at 10:00 a.m. Classes are free and open to the public. For more information call 304-904-5241.
Imagination Library Make sure your child is signed up for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. Each child 0-5 years of age will receive, through the mail, a free book each month until their 5th birthday. Parents will need their child’s name, current address, and age. Contact your local library for more information or visit www.imaginationlibrary.wv.gov Calhoun County (304) 354-6300
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Parents As Teachers is a home visitation program supporting families from pregnancy to age three. This program helps parents understand child development and connects them to the resources they need to make the best choices for their families. They offer visits customized for the needs of your family. This program is free to all WV families. Call Kelley Cain at (304) 354-9244 ext. 1839 for more information Saturday Night Sing and Dance Saturday Night Sings Schedule - Doors open at 5 p.m. each Saturday evening - music begins at 7 p.m. at the Upper West Fork Park located on Rt. 16 at Chloe, WV. No alcohol allowed. Concessions available each week. For more information or bands wishing to schedule a night call Sharon Settles at 304-655-8280 There is a $2.00 entry fee to the Saturday Night Sings, ages 12 and under admitted free. Save the Children Early Steps to School Success will provided early childhood education services to children birth to five years of age, education services to their parents, and ongoing staff training to the community early childhood educations involved with the program. The program is designed to assist children with early language development, social and emotional development, and equip parents with the skills and knowledge to successfully support their child’s growth. The program is open to all families in the Arnoldsburg school or district with children ages birth to five years of age. There is no charge for services. To enroll contact Suzanne Allen at (304) 655-8616 ext. 124. SOUP KITCHEN OPEN The Cornerstone Praise & Worship Church sponsors a free "Soup Kitchen" meal on the last two Saturday's of each month at the Lions Club building in Grantsville behind the CCCOA. No charge for the home-cooked meal and dessert, but donations are appreciated. Doors open at 1 pm and close at 3 pm, or until the food runs out. The project is able to make some deliveries. For information, call 304-354-6772 and ask for Debi. Wally's Wardrobe A wonderful program that the FRN offers to help assist families with babies/ young children in need. Should they need diapers, wipes, clothing (gently used), etc. Please keep in mind this program is thru grant money and donations from the public. So, if anyone has children's clothing "GENTLY USED" please remember you can always donate at the Calhoun County FRN. Calhoun County FRN meets the first Monday of each month at 9:30 a.m. at the Calhoun County FRN in Grantsville, WV. Calhoun County Substance Abuse Coalition The Calhoun County Substance Abuse meets after the FRN meeting which is the first Monday of every month. If school is cancelled the meeting is also.
Doddridge County Doddridge County Ecumenical Outlet (DEO) Food Pantry If you know of someone that could use some food, or would like to donate, please contact the Doddridge Ecumenical Outlet (DEO) Food Pantry. It is located next to the Old Doddridge County Elementary School on Sistersville Pike (Route 18) in West Union. You'll need to bring proof of address and income for EACH member of your household. The Food Pantry is open on Fridays from 10am - 12 pm. unless bad weather or religious holiday. If you require additional information, please don't hesitate to call Bobbi Reid at (304) 782-1099.
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Doddridge County History Museum Built in 1937, the museum building was the Doddridge County Jail until it closed in 1986. Upstairs the cells are much the same as they were when inmates were housed. The main floor features county artifacts that tell the story of Doddridge County's rich heritage, containing artifacts from pre-Civil War days, the great oil boom of the late 1800s to the rolling 30s, the World War years, and more. Mon - Wed - Fri from 12 pm - 4 pm and by appointment during winter months Doddridge County Park The Doddridge County Park's facilities include a junior Olympic size swimming pool, a large lodge building, 6 picnic shelters, basketball courts, a tennis court, sand volleyball court, 3 baseball fields, fire circle, a large play structure and playground, and a new Little Tykes playground.
The Father’s Hand 209 Columbia St, West Union 304-782-1026 Thursdays, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Adult, child and baby clothing items for those in need free of charge through the generosity of the Crimson River Baptist. Doddridge County Project ACE (Adults and Children in Education) The Project A.C.E. (Adults and Children in Education) Program serves children between the ages of 3-5 years old. The program is designed to provide parents with materials and assist them with ways to teach their children at home on the skills that will be needed for school. Project A.C.E. helps to transition children into the school environment. Directions : Located directly behind the Board Office in the Parent/Educator Resource Center (PERC). Phone Number: 304-873-2778 Educator – Miranda Mitchell, PreK/PreK Special Needs Teacher, Title 1 Parent Coordinator – Jason Trent and PreK/Special Ed Parent Coordinator – Melanie Britton
Exciting changes will include a preschool-centered approach to learning that features centers (math, library, writing, blocks, art, dramatic play, water and sand). We will also engage students through story time, small group activities and socialization experiences. Parent education experiences will be offered for parent involvement opportunities.
Circle of Parents program for our parents. Refreshments and childcare is provided because we will also be having our Circle of Friends Social Skills club Meeting(formerly Making Friends) at the same time First and Third Fridays of the month @ 3:30 p.m. They meet at the Doddridge County Parent/Educator resource Center which is located behind the Doddridge County Board of Education. Phone Number: 304-873-2778
Doddridge County Starting Points
Kids Corner Play Group every Tuesday there will be a parent/ child activity from 11 to noon in Daydreams room. This is a playgroup for young children. We emphasize parent involvement and the value of play. WE keep the groups small. We play with toys, games, music, and sometimes we get messy, so wear something you don’t mind getting dirty in. For more information call (304) 873-3500 or email at [email protected] They are located in the former West Union Grade School, bottom floor.
Baby Pantry Starting Points also has a Baby Pantry for those in need. For more information call (304) 873-3500 or email at [email protected] They are located in the former West Union Grade School, bottom floor.
Parenting Classes given throughout the year.
There are two in-home parent educators with the Parents as Teachers program. Parents as Teachers, or PAT, is a nationally recognized home visitation program for parents with children from prenatal through kindergarten age. If you have any questions about the program, please call 304-873-3500
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Opportunity Council For more information on cost and availability call (304) 873-1521.
Early Childhood Education Day Dreams is the early childhood education center for children ages 0-3 whose parents are enrolled in the opportunity council Inc. programs and are on-site.
Healthy and Safe Relationships Program that helps families learn to grow healthy relationships by using proven problem solving skills, family mentoring and parenting w/ parent/ child activities. The Curricula is from PREP.
School Day Plus After School Program accepts children ages 4 to the 8th grade. The county school bus provides transportation to the afterschool program. Children are provided with a health snack, provided homework help and opportunities to exercise in the gym or on the playground. School hours are 3-6 p.m. and summertime is from 7am-6 pm.
Youth Ready program works with both inschool and out of school youth in 13 counties. This program provides youth 14-21 with adult mentoring, tutoring, GED preparation, job readiness training and summer employment for in-school participants. Youth are involved in hands on training to attain their set goals. This program provides youth with the opportunity to develop good work habits.
WIC The WIC program provides nutrition (basic, healthy foods), medical referrals, health screenings, and health education as well as other services free of charge to pregnant women, postpartum women, infants and children up to the age of 5. WIC is for all kinds of families. For more information about Doddridge County WIC please call: West Union Christian Church 101 Wabash Avenue West Union, WV 26456 (304) 873-1582 or email [email protected] Doddridge County FRN meets the second Thursday at Noon at the Doddridge County FRN
Gilmer County Baby Pantry Gilmer County FRN and CRI's baby pantry is open generally Monday thru Friday 8am to 4pm. Families in need can see JoAnn at CRI to get a referral for limited needed infant, baby and toddler care items. Community Showcase Thriftstore is open Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. 115 East Main Street Glenville, WV 26351 (304) 462-7545 Consumer Protection Education consumer education regarding protection from financial fraudulent activity. Brooke Fletcher, Consumer Outreach Specialist through the Office of the WV Attorney General, will be available for consult on the 3rd Wednesdays of February, April, June, August, October, and December from 10:30-12:30 at the Council of Senior Citizens of Gilmer County, Inc. 720 North Lewis Street Glenville, WV Little Free Library The Gilmer Public Library and Gilmer County FRN's Little Free Library has been installed in the City Square Park in downtown Glenville. A little free library is a "take a book, return a book" gathering place where neighbors share their favorite literature and stories. Funding for this project originated from the Prevent Child Abuse WV grant through the Gilmer FRN to encourage parents to read to their children as well as supply free and discrete self-help parenting information to parents with a goal of promoting prevention of child abuse and neglect. This has been expanded to include books for all ages! Please feel free to visit our Little Library and take a book! Gilmer County Farmer’s Market Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. May through the end of October. 720 North Lewis Street, Glenville, West Virginia
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Gilmer County Public Imagination Library Make sure your child is signed up for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. Each child 0-5 years of age will receive, through the mail, a free book each month until their 5th birthday. Parents will need their child’s name, current address, and age. Contact your local library for more information or visit It costs only $25.00 per child for an entire year. Gilmer County Recreation Center Swimming Pool Infants/Toddlers free to age 3. Children to Adults - $3
Tanner Food Distribution Tanner Community Building VVV – Tanner will have a distribution every 1st Friday of the month at the Tanner Community Building from 3 PM until 5 PM. All VVV-Gilmer distributions are for those who qualify according to the Income Guidelines and live in Gilmer County. Tanner distributions are for those who live from Third Run to the Calhoun County Line on WV Hwy 5 (this does not include Lower Cedar Creek), WV Hwy 47, Linn, Troy, Cox’s Mills, and Tanner. Water Aerobics AT GSC POOL5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the GSC Pool. All ages are welcome to join Quesions-Kathy 304-462-8820. $2 per person
Zumba Classes with Deb Ratliff weekly Tuesdays and Thursday 5:30pm – 6:30pmat Recreation Center Shawnee Bring a friend, have fun, and burn some calories! $5.00 admission and your first class is FREE!
Gilmer County Family Resource Network Meeting second Wednesday of the month at 4. All are welcome to attend. Do you have great ideas for activities or events for those residing in Gilmer County?? Or just want to be more involved? Come join the Gilmer County Family Resource Network!
Harrison County Bice-Ferguson Memorial Museum Museum season is just around the corner and here are the museums hours for the 2015 season: Tuesdays 4:00pm-8:00pm Saturdays 12:00pm-4:00pm Sundays 12:00pm-4:00pm Open from April-October Bridgeport Farmer’s Market Every Sunday, May thru October, 10 am - 2 pm at Charles Pointe. Exit 124 off I-79. Shop local farmers, producers and artisans. Brunch served daily. Local musicians every week. Winter Market runs second Sunday of each month, November thru April inside the Bridgeport Conference Center from 11 am to 2 pm. Choices Can help you find child care services for your children and often help with the cost of child care. Please stop by Choices at 315 North Ohio Ave, Clarksburg, WV 26301 (304) 622-6528. Our case managers also serve in the Wirt, Ritchie, Pleasants, Gilmer, Calhoun and Doddridge Counties WVDHHR offices regularly once a week. Please call our main office numbers for more information. Choices CCR&R offers free vision screenings for children ages 3yrs-4yrs. To find out how you can take advantage of this free service, please call your local Choices office. Clarksburg Farmers Market Saturdays in June, 9am – 1pm Tractor Supply Co., 210 Emily Drive, Clarksburg, WV 26301, Join the Clarksburg Farmers Market at their new location at Tractor Supply on Emily Drive. Featuring local produce, herbs, cheeses, baked goods, & more!
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Clarksburg Mission 312 N 4th St, Clarksburg, WV Phone: (304) 622-2451 Provides shelter, clothing food and other services to the hungry, homeless to West Virginians in need. Clarksburg Rec Center is open from 3pm-6pm Monday-Friday for Free Play, 435 Duff Ave. Clarksburg, WV West Virginia Healthy Start/HAPI Project Provides Information and support to pregnant women and new moms with children up to age 2. They also provide a way to get needed services such as infant items, dental care and mental health services. For more information call (866) 738-HAPI or (304) 293-3840. Harrison County Family Resource Network Meeting is the third Friday at 11 a.m. all are welcome The purpose of the Harrison County Family Resource Network (HCFRN) is to conduct collaborative planning and evaluation of health and human services with communities and the organizations that serve them in order to promote effective service delivery. Lord's Pantry provides emergency and supplemental food assistance to needy families in the Lincoln High School attendance area. Nutterfort Fire Department Smoke Detectors Be sure to have a smoke detector on every floor of your home and by every bed room! Another helpful tip, change your clocks, change your batteries in your smoke alarms. Don't have a smoke detector? Stop by the fire house anytime for FREE smoke alarms. There is no limit on how many you can receive. TUESDAY IS FOR TODDLERS Now EVERY Tuesday! Bring your kids up to toddler age to Meadowbrook Mall every Tuesday morning from 11am until Noon for free activities, the opportunity to interact with other kids their age and loads of fun! Please visit the Mall Guest Services Desk for details on weekly activities and location of events.
Harrison County Free Community Dinners North View United Methodist Church Every 3rd Saturday @ 5 p.m.
Duff St. United Methodist Church Every 3rd Sunday @ 5 p.m.
Stealey United Methodist Church Every Saturday 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Local Restaurant Deals Dennys Kids eat free Tuesdays 4 to 10 pm
Dickey’s Barbeque Pit Kids Eat Free Sundays! Free Ice Cream Every Day! https://www.dickeys.com/ 538 Emily Drive Clarksburg, WV 26301
Garfields Family night is Sunday kids eat free up to two children 12 and under for every adult entrée purchase. Participating stores only, call before you go for more details.
Harrison County Moms Groups/ Support Groups Centerbranch Assembly of God MOPS175L Elk Creek Rd. RT 20 S Mount Clare, WV 26408
http://www.centerbranch.org 1st& 3rd Thursday 9:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
North Central WV Breastfeeding Alliance’s Café-a-la-Mom meets the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month on the second floor of the Colonial Village Building in Clarksburg, 104 E Main Street, from 11:00 to 1:00. Contact Jodi McQuillan at 304-376-0086 for more details.
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
PERC Meetings/ Parent Support Group Meeting Harrison County Parent/ Educator Resource Center 1349 Shinnston Pike, Suite 205 Clarksburg, WV 26301 Former Gore Middle School 2nd Floor Phone 326-7693 E-Mail [email protected] Melody Waybright-Pam Hotsinpiller. Workshops cancelled if school is closed. All workshops are FREE. Open to parents/families, educators and service personnel. All workshops held at PERC Office ALC (Former Gore School), 2nd floor unless otherwise noted.
Corridor Chapter of AS WV – Facebook Page Newly formed affiliate of the Autism Society of WV provides activities, support, and education within the Autism community. For further information email [email protected] Address: PO Box 8182 Nutter Fort, WV 26301
Harrison County Social Skills Group Meets monthly at 6 pm. For more information contact Daryle Maher at 304-288-2711. @ ALC
Harrison County Autism, Down Syndrome, and AD/HD Support Group Meetings monthly at 6 pm in conjunction with the Social Skills Meeting. Parents, educators and children invited. Contact PERC at 304-326-7692 or 93 or email at [email protected]
Harrison Co. Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance1st and 3rd Monday monthly at the Immaculate Conception Parish Hall (126 E. Pike St., Clarksburg) – 6:30 pm. Contact Maggie Waldeck, MS at 304-622-6826 or email [email protected]
NCWV Parent Support Group we meet at 1659 Fairmont Avenue, Fairmont, West Virginia 26554 A group that meets monthly for parents with special needs children and for any parent looking for ideas and resources. Get support, be encouraged! There facebook page is the same as there name for more information.
Parenting Classes in Harrison County Parenting classes will be conducted by Masters-level school counselors. To register, please leave a message at the Parent/Educator Resource Center at 304-326-7693. The following dates from 5:30 to 7:30 at the Harrison County Alternative Learning Center (former Gore Middle School) Cafeteria: March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 April 7 & 14th
United Hospital Center Maternal-Child For more information or to register, call Lee Ann Romeo, R.N., (681) 342-4346 or (681) 342-4300.
Childbirth Classes Mom and coach learn about preparing for the coming birth experience and basic infant care. Tuesdays for four sessions. Learn about childbirth in a fun, interactive environment. When: Call to schedule class dates. Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Fee: $25
Mini-Childbirth Class This one day "crash course" is for those busy moms-to-be who are unable to attend our four session program. When: Call to schedule Time: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Fee: $25
Sibling Tour and Explore Big brothers and sisters get a preview of what is to come with the birth of their new baby. For ages 3-6 only. When: Call for class dates. Time: Call to schedule.
Breast Feeding Education Mothers who are breast feeding their babies are encouraged to attend a class to learn basic techniques for successful breast feeding from UHC's certified lactation specialist. These classes are scheduled prior to delivery. When: Call for class dates. Where: 4 South Patient Education Room, UHC
Newborn Care During this class, new moms can learn basic infant care before they deliver. Topics include infant bathing, cord care, circumcision care, car seat safety information, immunization information and more.
Cesarean Expectations and Tour Women who are having a scheduled Cesarean Section can learn what to expect from their hospital stay and tips for maintaining good health after surgery. A tour of the Maternal-Child unit is provided.
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Bereavement Support Group UHC offers a bereavement support group is for parents who have experienced a miscarriage, stillbirth or death of an infant in the first year of life. The group, called Embracing Invisible Wings, meets the third Thursday of the month. To find out the location of the meeting or for more information contact Lee Ann Romeo, RN 681-342-4346
Harrison County Libraries Bridgeport Public Library
Story Time every Friday 10:30 – 11:00, ages birth-4. The sessions emphasize on word and number recognition, repetition, pre-phonics, and social interaction. For more information, call Bridgeport Public Library at 842-8248.
Clarksburg/ Harrison Public Library
Homework Help (It's Free!) Times exclude days of school closings or holidays. Tuesdays 3-4 p.m.
Reading Buddies Storytimes Enjoy stories, crafts, songs, and games! Wednesdays @ 10:30 a.m. Enjoy stories, crafts, songs, & games. Open to ages 2-5
Reading at the Meadowbrook Mall Food Court every Tuesday from 11 a.m. to noon Southern Area Public Library/ Lost Creek Library is located at 120 East Main Street, the corner of Main and Church Streets Hours Monday- Friday Noon-6 pm, Saturday 10am-2 p.m. Sunday Closed (304) 745-4865
Pleasants County
Boys & Girls Club of Pleasants County – We have started our after school program for K-12th. Hours are 3:30 – 7:30. Students are walked from SMES to the Jim Spence Center. Snack and dinner provided. Call 304-684-7643 to register or for more information. Committee On Family Issues(FRN) Contact person is Debbie Thompson, COFI Coordinator, 304.684.3962. They meet the 2nd Thursday of each month at 9:00 a.m. at the St. Mary’s City Building. Pleasants County Wellness Coalition This group meets the second Thursday of each month right after the COFI meeting at the City Hall Building. They are committed to enhancing the lives of our community by providing reliable information, tools and resources that allow people of all ages to make more informed choices for leading healthier lives. Consumer Protection Education consumer education regarding protection from financial fraudulent activity. Brooke Fletcher, Consumer Outreach Specialist through the Office of the WV Attorney General, will be available for consult on the 3rd Wednesdays of January, March, May, July, September, November from 10:30-12:30 at Pleasants County Senior Citizens Center 209 2nd Street St. Marys, WV 2617 Parent Educator Resource Center – “Let’s Chat” Support Group –at the Boys & Girls Club. Any Parent, Family Member or anyone who knows a child who struggles in anyway is invited to come. Refreshments served. This group will meet the last Wednesday of every month. Topics covered will be decided by the group. Please contact Teresa Knight at 304-299-2030 to register or for more information.
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Ritchie County Circle of Parents The Ritchie County Circle of Parents group meets the first Wednesday of every month from 1-2:30 pm at the Children’s Home Society of WV office located at 59 Stadium Drive, Pennsboro, WV 26415. If school is cancelled due to inclement weather, the group will be rescheduled. This group is free and open to all parents, grandparents or other primary caregivers. Light refreshments are provided. Please call (304) 659-3988 to RSVP or for more information. Consumer Protection Education consumer education regarding protection from financial fraudulent activity. Brooke Fletcher, Consumer Outreach Specialist through the Office of the WV Attorney General, will be available for consult on the 4th Wednesday of January, March, May, July, September, November from 10:30-12:30 at Ritchie County Integrated Family Services PO Box 195 (S. Court Street &Edgeview Lane) Harrisville, WV 26362 North Bend State Park For more information or daily activities go to: http://www.northbendsp.com/activities.html Open Skate- Pennsboro Roller Rink Where: Right off of Route 50, beside the BP station. Great rink, friendly people and disco lights! When Weekly on Friday, Saturday at 07:00 PM Duration: 3.0 hours Cost $4 and that includes your skate rental! Audience All are welcome! Gear Provided but feel free to bring your own Parents As Teachers is a home visitation program supporting families from pregnancy to age three. This program helps parents understand child development and connects them to the resources they need to make the best choices for their families. They offer visits customized for the needs of your family. This program is free to all WV families. Call Donna Dodd at (304) 659-3988 for more information Ritchie County Farmer’s Market Open Saturdays May-October 9 a.m.-1 p.m. East Main Street Harrisville, WV Ritchie County Mobile Outreach & Food Pantry will be distributing WellnessWorks food and information the second Wednesday in each month at the Smithville Community Building from 9am to 12pm. Call Catholic Charities for more information (304) 989-4511 TLC Pregnancy Center We provide * FREE pregnancy tests * FREE diapers, wipes, formula, baby clothing, and maternity clothes * 24 hour hotline - 304-643-2171 or 1-866-616-8228 * Crisis intervention * pregnancy information and support * prenatal information * fetal development information More General Information Stop by or call for an appointment. Our hours are: *WINTER HOURS - see winter hours below Monday - 4:00 - 8:00pm Tuesday - 12:00 - 4:00pm Wednesday - Closed... Thursday - 12:00 - 4:00pm Friday - 12:00 - 4:00pm Please drop off donated items ONLY during open hours. *Winter Hours - If Ritchie County schools are closed, we're closed! When the weather is bad or if a winter storm is predicted please call ahead to see if we're open. Ritchie County FRN meeting This group meets the second Tuesday of each month at 4:30 pm at the FRN office. Ritchie County Substance Abuse Coalition meets the third Thursday of each month at 11 or 11:30 a.m. at the High School or Pizza House. They alternate months to accommodate youth participation.
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Wirt County Consumer Protection Education consumer education regarding protection from financial fraudulent activity. Brooke Fletcher, Consumer Outreach Specialist through the Office of the WV Attorney General, will be available for consult on the 3rd Tuesday of January, March, May, July, September, November from 10:30-12:30 at Wirt County Commission on Aging Inc. 74 Senior Circle Elizabeth, WV 26143 Coplin Memorial Community Health Center
Now offering Quick Care Services at Coplin Clinic Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:30 pm. First come first serve basis, appointments will not be scheduled, only urgent issues will be addressed, and prescription refills will not be addressed. In order to be seen in the morning hours please arrive by 11:30am or you will be asked to return in the afternoon. In order to be seen in the afternoon hours please arrive by 5:30pm.
Has In-Person Assisters available to answer questions and enroll consumers through the Marketplace for the Affordable Care Act. This is a free service. For an appointment call 304-275-3301
Dora B Woodyard Memorial Library
Imagination Library Make sure your child is signed up for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. Each child 0-5 years of age will receive, through the mail, a free book each month until their 5th birthday. Parents will need their child’s name, current address, and age. Contact your local library for more information or visit www.imaginationlibrary.wv.gov Wirt County (304)275-4295
Music of the Hills at Al's Barn Located in Munday, WV in Wirt county A place for "old time music", family, friends, and helping others Cost Free and donations are accepted and used to help those in need. Audience All are welcome. Come on down and join the fun. Other Information: MUSIC starts at 7PM every Friday Food & Drinks - all free. Come on Down Hosted By:Al's Barn When: Weekly on Friday at 07:00 PM Address: 11000 Munday Rd HC 68 Box 28 Munday,WV 26152 Phone: 304-354-9101 Wirt County Mobile Outreach & Food Pantry will be distributing WellnessWorks food and information every third Wednesday in each month at the Newark Baptist Church in Newark WV from 9am to 12pm. Call Catholic Charities, Luke Sulfridge, for more information at (304) 989-4511 Wirt County FRN meets the first Tuesday of each month at 3pm at the Wirt County Library. Anyone who wishes to have their seat inspected to ensure it is installed properly and is the right seat for the child can call Kathy Mason at the Wirt County FRN to schedule an appointment at (304) 275-4833 Healthy Kids, Healthy Families Coalition Every Third Wednesday at the Wirt County WVU Extension Office at 2 pm. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1467004826890511/
Wood County Audiological Services are provided for any student of Wood County Schools at no cost. 2507 Ninth Avenue Parkersburg, WV 26101 Call for an appointment 304.485.6513 Affordable Care Act In-Person Assister available at the Wood County DHHR Office—by appointment. Offers consumer education and enrollment assistance. Call Ashley Steed at 304-420-2560 ext. 2180
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Affordable Care Act The Parkersburg Community Health Center has In-Person Assisters available to answer questions and enroll consumers through the Marketplace for the Affordable Care Act. This is a free service. For an appointment call 304-424-4730. Boys & Girls Club of Parkersburg Boys & Girls Club of Parkersburg The only thing required of members is a filed application and the one-time annual fee of $12. Youth interested are encouraged to come to the Club, take a tour and to meet other young people – they are always welcome. Members are all youth between the ages of 6-18. Members are encouraged to attend regularly, however, the hours attended from a day-to-day basis do not have to be consistent. Check out our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter for upcoming programs and events: https://www.facebook.com/BGCParkersburg and @BGCPburg
Camden Clark Medical Center Camden Clark Medical Center offers childbirth classes (Registration Fee of $25 will be billed to insurance), Breastfeeding classes, sibling classes ($5 registration fee), Infant Safety and Infant and Child CPR classes ($5 Registration fee), and childbirth crash course ($15 Registration fee will be billed to insurance) call (304) 424-2748 to register or for more information.
Child Safety Seats: Free Installation or Inspection The Parkersburg Police Department is happy to perform child safety seat inspections for the public at no cost. We are also more than happy to teach new parents or guardians on the proper way to install their child safety seat. Please contact Detective J.E. Corbitt or Patrolman J.T. Blevins at 304-424-8444 to set up an appointment for one of them to assist you at Parkersburg police headquarters. You may also contact PFC T.R. Worstell at 304-424-0683 to schedule an appointment for him to help you with your child safety seat at the City Park Police Substation. Child Safety Seats The Parkersburg Department of Motor Vehicles is a designated Child Safety Seat Fitting Station Anyone who wishes to have their seat inspected to ensure it is installed properly and is the right seat for the child to be in can stop by at their Office. No appointment is necessary. Community Service Council will be on the second Tuesday of the month at noon. Meetings are held at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church on Charles Street in Parkersburg. There is a different presenter each month.
The Community Service Council is a local community organization bringing agencies together to allow networking and collaboration while learning about various services, activities, and needs in the community. If you would like to be added to this list serve email Amanda Lieving at [email protected]
Facebook Website (Community Service Council):https://www.facebook.com/groups/communityservicecouncil Consumer Credit Counseling is a non-profit social service agency providing assistance to residents of the Mid-Ohio Valley who are experiencing financial difficulty. Our mission is to deliver professional credit counseling, credit education, debt reduction and Representative Payee programs to the Mid-Ohio Valley and surrounding communities while also promoting fair and equal housing. For more information call (304) 485-3141 or email [email protected] Consumer Protection Education consumer education regarding protection from financial fraudulent activity. Brooke Fletcher, Consumer Outreach Specialist through the Office of the WV Attorney General, will be available for consult on the 1st Thursdays of February, April, June, August, October, and December from 10:30-12:30 at the Wood County Senior Citizens Assoc., 914 Market St. Parkersburg and on the 2nd Friday at the Vienna Senior Center 706 29th Street Vienna, WV 26105.
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Essentially Yours goal is to provide the essentials to people who need to get started with their lives and their homes again. The organization can supply bed linens, new pillows, dishes and drinking glasses, silverware, cookware and cooking utensils, bath linens and bathroom items, cleaning products and personal hygiene items. The organization is taking referrals, and donations. They are located at 1200 Mary St.(Rear of the Boys and Girls club). Anyone interested or have questions can contact me, Chris on 304 488-1006. Farmers Market The Point Park Marketplace at 113 Ann Street is now open year round, Thursday-Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.. Please visit the Market’s website at www.parkersburgfarmersmarket.com or the Market’s facebook page for updated information. MARKET CLOSED CHRISTMAS WEEKEND (25TH – 26TH - 27TH) Fire Home Inspection Starting Friday, November 1, the Parkersburg Fire Department will perform courtesy inspections of smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors for any residence in the city free of charge. We can also provide fire prevention tips as well as discuss escape plans with residents. If you would like them to inspect your home, contact them at 304.424.8470 or 304.424.8471. Grand Central Mall
Wanna be the first to know about all of the great children's activities and family events we are planning for 2015? Be sure to register for connect!kids today: http://www.grandcentralmall.com/connect-kids
Good Samaritan Clinic will begin seeing Medicaid patients on February 2, 2015! If you or someone you know is in search of a healthcare provider - give us a call at 304.834.3986. We will be accepting Medicaid patients and will continue to see uninsured folks who qualify for free clinic services based on 200% of the Federal Poverty Guideline. Healthy Community Coalition of Wood County will meet the third Monday of the month at the Memorial Church of the Good Shepherd on Charles Street in Parkersburg at 11 a.m. The mission is to improve the health of all people in our community through education, promotion, and outreach. Four sub-committees: mental health/ substance abuse, tobacco prevention, juvenile delinquency prevention initiative, and healthy lifestyles. We will be adding an oral health coalition in the fall. To be added to the list serve email Shannon Hedrick at [email protected] Please consider joining us to better the Wood County community. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HealthyCommunityCoalitionofWoodCounty/ Henderson Hall is Open for tour's 12-5 every day of the week all year long. A must see in Mid Ohio Valley. Tours are $5. Located at 517 Old River Road Williamstown, WV Lead Testing Mid-Ohio Valley Health Dept now offers lead testing that is required for school registration. Movie Night Every third Friday @ 6:00pm, the Senior Center in Vienna on 29th St, will be hosting a movie night. Entry is free, along with popcorn and drinks included. Bring the entire family. October 17 Frozen will be playing. Mountwood Park With hiking, biking, horseback riding, boating, fishing, picnicking, camping, festivals, disc golf, nature trails, Dog Park, museum and community activities, there’s something for everyone at Mountwood Park in Wood County, West Virginia. All are welcome to enjoy this 2,600 acre wooded park with a fifty acre lake and over fifty miles of biking, hiking and horseback riding trails.
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Parents As Teachers is a in home visitation program supporting families from pregnancy to age three. This program helps parents understand child development and connects them to the resources they need to make the best choices for their families. They offer visits customized for the needs of your family. This program is free to all WV families. Call (304) 485-0650 for more information. Self Help Clinics Legal Aid of West Virginia will be conducting self help divorce and custody/ visitation clinics on a regular basis. The clinic is designed to help you handle your own case without an attorney. It will teach you how to fill out forms correctly, get forms filed and served, and what to expect at hearings. All necessary forms will be provided.
Dates for Custody/ Visitation and Parenting Modification Clinics all begin at 1:30 : ~8/14/15~9/11/15~10/9/15~11/6/15~12/4/15
Dates for Divorce Clinics all begin at 1:30 :
~8/28/15~9/25/15~10/23/15~11/20/15~12/18/15
Wood County Free Community Meals Old Man Rivers 1st and Ann Street Truck under the Railroad Bridge 4-5 p.m. on Saturday & Sunday
Salvation Army 534 5th Street 2-3:30 p.m. on Sundays, Monday-Saturday 4:30-5:30 p.m.
St. Paul’s 219- 11th Street 11th/ Market 12:15-1p.m. every 3rd Sunday
Grace GospelPettyville 12:30 p.m. every 4th Sunday (every 2nd Sunday in Nov. and Dec.)
Trinity Episcopal 430 Juliana Street Every Monday from 11 a.m.-Noon
Friendship Kitchen3109 Emerson Avenue Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 11:15 am- 12:30 p.m.
Stone Soup Kitchen provides a home cooked hot meal for those in the community in need. This is available every Wednesday from 11am to 12:30pm at the St. Francis Xavier Parish Hall (609 Market St.). It is sponsored by Parkersburg area Catholic parishes.
Crossroads United Methodist Church7390 Old St. Mary’s Pike 11:30 a.m. every Thursday
Stephenson United Methodist Church 805 Liberty Street Every 2nd Sunday Noon- 1p.m.
St. Andrews United Methodist ChurchCorner of Dudley Ave. / 20th St. Every 3rd Saturday 4-5:30 p.m.
Lubeck United Methodist Church4th Saturday except when there is a 5th Saturday at Noon
Beechwood703 30th Street every 4th Saturday 4:45 p.m.
Waverly Volunteer Fire Department Rt. 2 North last Saturday of the month from noon-2 p.m
Wood County Local Restaurant Deals El Mariachi- Southside Parkersburg & Vienna Check local restaurant for more details/ availability.
Wednesday Night is Kids Night in Southside Parkersburg! $2 OFF Kids Menu from 5pm to Close!
Sunday Special: 10% OFF with Church Bulletin! Firehouse Subs in Vienna, WV Check store for more details/ availability. Free Birthday Sub Just show an I.D. with your birth date on your birthday and you'll get a FREE medium celebratory sub. Golden Corral Family Night Kids 12 and under eat for $2.99 on Tuesdays from 4-9 p.m. with an adult purchase. Valid at 1302 Garfield Ave. Parkersburg, WV. Check local restaurant for more details/ availability/
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Wood County Libraries Parkersburg and Wood County Public Library
Tours are available all year for groups or individuals call 304-420-4587 ext. 510 or 504, M-F 9-6pm
Vienna Public Library For more information go to http://viennapubliclibrary.org/
Wood County Moms Groups Autism Support Group This is a support group for friends and family of those diagnosed with Autism or Asperger’s Syndrome. The group meets at the Unity Center, 1406 13th Street Parkersburg, on the 2nd and fourth Thursday of each month from 7-8 p.m. Parking is available in front of the center or across the street in the parking lot of Astorg Collision Center, 1601 13th St. For more information call Kimberly Isaacs 304-966-4079 Breastfeeding Café4th Saturday of Each Month at the First United Methodist Church Corner Juliana & 10th Street from 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. New registered attendees receive goody bags. www.esalibirth.com [email protected] (304) 482-4729 Mamaology offers support and information for healthy pregnancy, childbirth, & parenting choices. www.mamaology.com https://www.facebook.com/Mamaology (304) 482-5369 Mid Ohio Valley Birth Social Supporting families through pregnancy, birth, & postpartum. Positive birth stories. Healing Support. Informed Choices for YOUR perinatal experience – home to hospital. We meet on the 1st Monday of each month from 7pm-8pm. Locations in Parkersburg, Marietta, and Ravenswood, WV. For more information contact Danielle at [email protected] or follow Esali Birth on Facebook. Moms Club of Parkersburg Meets 2nd Tuesday every Month at Grace Baptist Church. This is for stay at home moms. For further information contact Jackie Hudgins (252)258-4176 or [email protected]. http://momsclubofparkersburg.weebly.com MOMSnext (a division of MOPS International) is a group for moms in the MOV meets at Fairlawn Baptist Church, 6:30pm-8:30pm. We talk, eat snacks, and have fun without the kids. Childcare is available for a donation of your choice. Moms of all-age children are invited! They meet the 1st & 3rd Fridays of every month. MOPS Marietta/ Williamstown meets the 2nd Thursday at 1st Baptist Church of Williamstown at 9:30 a.m. Childcare provided http://www.fbcwilliamstown.org MOPS of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Parkersburg 2nd and 4th Tuesday. Childcare provided. 9:00-11:30AM No Nuts Moms Group This is a peanut and tree-nut free group for all ages. The group will meet up for indoor and outdoor events. We also have adult only outings and are open to any other suggestions. If you are a working or a stay at home mother who has a child with a life threatening allergy, please join us. This is a chance for you and your child to develop a lifelong friendship with someone you both can relate to. Our Main Website:http://nonutsmomsgroup.weebly.com/index.html "Like" us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/No-Nuts-Moms-Group/132481263500123
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
We now have a Support Group and Forum for all Food Allergic Families: http://www.facebook.com/groups/141256719365155/ Contact Tiff White at 3044831679 for more information PREP ( Personal Responsibility Education Program)Class is a free and fun hands on learning experience for youth ages 15 to 21, focusing on pregnancy, std, & aids prevention and basic life skills. PREP utilizes the Making Proud Choices and Casey Life Skills Curriculums to help transitioning youth attain the skills needed to be successful adults. For More Information Regarding Class Times and Start Dates Contact: Lisa Doyle at 304-485-0650. Visit our website at www.childhswv.org
