Family Virtual Speaker Series

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:

WVU Country Roads Program

Date: November 12, 2026

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Presenter: Kayla Richard, program manager, WVU Country Roads program

Join us as we welcome Kayla Richard, program manager for the WVU Country Roads program. The goal of the program is to prepare students with intellectual and developmental disabilities for independence by providing academic courses, social engagement, and real-world work experiences. Students will live in a shared residential housing arrangement, participate in social activities across campus and receive career education and training.

To learn more about the program beyond this session, please consider signing up for the in-person Country Roads Fall Open House on November 19 or the virtual info sessions on December 28.

Register for November 12 webinar

Save the Date: Upcoming Sessions

(click titles to register for individual sessions)

• December 1, 2026: The Path Forward: Navigating Grief and Loss
• January 14, 2027: Fatherhood
• January 26, 2027: Blenderized Tube Feedings: Tips & Tricks

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

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