Parent Tools & Training

The WVU CED Family to Family (F2F) and Paths for Parents (P4P) programs offer several different webinars, tools and support groups to help parents and caregivers network, promote their child’s development and learn new skills.

• Circle of Parents

  Weekly virtual support groups that foster an exchange of ideas, support, info and resources. Monthly in-person meetings available in Wheeling, WV and Fairmont, WV.

• Disability Awareness Puppets

  Designed to dispel fears, myths and misconceptions while helping children understand more about disabilities.

• Triple P Seminars

  General info about promoting child development for parents of children with disabilities up to 12 years old.

Virtual Speaker Series for Families and Caregivers of Children with Special Healthcare Needs

Join us for a laid-back, virtual speaker series designed specifically for families and caregivers of children with special healthcare needs. We know that life is busy, so we’ve made this series perfect for your lunch break—short, practical, and packed with info you can actually use.

Every session will cover a topic that’s top-of-mind for families, featuring expert speakers and real-life tips from other caregivers. Whether you need advice, resources, or just a little support, these sessions are here to help make your life a little easier.

At the end of the discussion, we’ll have an open Q&A session where you can ask follow-up questions or just chat with the experts. You’ll leave feeling more connected, empowered, and ready to take on whatever comes your way.

These monthly sessions are designed to fit into your lunch break, so grab a bite, tune in, and join a community of families who understand what you’re going through. Let’s take care of ourselves and each other, one lunch break at a time!

Hope to see you there!

Next session:

Virtual Speaker Series: Transitioning from Pediatric to Adult Healthcare

Date: June 23, 2026

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Presenter: Tina Crook, Lead Parent Network Specialist and Program Coordinator, Paths for Parents and Family to Family programs

The transition from pediatric to adult healthcare can be daunting for anyone, especially for young people with disabilities or other special healthcare needs. Join us as we welcome Tina Crook, Lead Parent Network Specialist with the Paths for Parents and Family to Family programs, as she walks us through what the transition from pediatric to adult healthcare can look like. You will learn more about what steps to take, some challenges people often face during this time, and tips and tricks for a smoother transition.

Register for Special Olympics West Virginia

Save the Date: Upcoming Sessions

(click titles to register for individual sessions)

• July 9, 2026: Foster Care and Disability: Supporting Children and Families
• August 27, 2026: Parent Connections
• September 22, 2026: Specialized Family Care Program

Would you like to request a topic for upcoming webinars? If so, email Ali Shipman at alicia.shipman@hsc.wvu.edu.

View Previous Webinars

WV Waivers and Related Services webinar