W.Va. AmeriCorps Programs See Jump In Federal Funds
AmeriCorps programs across the state will share in more than $6.4 million of federal funding for a variety of community support programs.
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New Website Aims To Help W.Va. Medicaid Recipients Prepare For Changes
A new website launched by the W.Va. Dept. of Human Services provides information about changes to Medicaid requirements.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsCare Providers For Waiver Recipients Get Pay Raise
Care providers for individuals who are aged and disabled, those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and individuals living with traumatic brain injuries are set to receive a pay raise.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsExpert: W.Va.’s Drug Epidemic Is Holding Back Its Economy And Hurting Its Children
A senior policy advisor to the Legislature presented a sobering picture of West Virginia's drug epidemic on Monday.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsHome Care Provider Praises Disability Rate Increase
A national organization that works to improve the home care industry’s West Virginia Chapter says a higher reimbursement will help seniors and those with disabilities live in their homes with dignity.
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IDD Waiver Rate Raised 15 Percent After Years Of Advocacy
After years of advocacy, IDD providers were notified Thursday that the Bureau for Medical Services will increase their rates.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsPeople With Intellectual, Developmental Disabilities To Get Help
On Monday, the Department of Human Services announced the hiring of West Virginia’s first Statewide Intellectual and Developmental Disability, or IDD, Coordinator, Susan File.
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