“The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” ~ Lao Tzu
“Oh, the Places You’ll Go.” ~ Dr. Suess
There is a plan and a purpose, a value to every life, no matter what its location, age, gender or disability.SHARRON ANGLE
Parents and caregivers of children and youth with disabilities and special health care needs must design the groundwork for their children that will follow them through adulthood. Planning, training, advocating, and staying connected are great opportunities throughout the journey. Youth need to become involved in their healthcare as they transition.
West Virginia
West Virginia Parent Training and Information (WVPTI) is the Family Voices Affiliate Organization (FVAO) in West Virginia.
West Virginia Parent Training and Information (WVPTI)
99 Edmiston Way, Suite 101
Buckhannon, WV 26201
Phone: (304) 472-5697
Fax: (304) 472-3548
Toll-Free: (800) 281-1436
Public contact(s):
Brenda Lamkin
Exec. Dir.
(304) 472-5697
How We Support You
Family-Centered Support
Parents’ and Caregivers’ needs are valued. Informational resources are distributed to parents, caregivers, and youth with disabilities and special healthcare needs.
Partnership
Relationships are built on trust and respect for each other. WV PTI is available to help families find information, resources, and support.
Information On Specific Disabilities And Issues
Parents and caregivers of children and youth with disabilities and special healthcare need the current information to make informed decisions for their children or self.
Health Systems That Work For Families And Children
Policies that ensure everyone receives quality care. Providing training in navigating the systems for their child’s education and healthcare.
Informed Families/Strong Communities
Families are trained in steps and information to support their youth in transitioning and independently reaching their fullest potential. Having individuals with disabilities in communities strengthens both the individual and the community.
Self-Advocacy/Empowerment
With information and support, youth with disabilities can use supported decision-making tools and become leaders and self-advocates in their schools and communities.
WV PTI Activities
Community Impact
WVPTI staff and volunteers are members of councils, committees, and advisory boards supporting parents at the local, state, and federal levels. The staff ensures that the voices and values of families of children with disabilities are heard and considered on all levels.
WV Parent Training and Information (WVPTI) Guiding Principles
- WV PTI places tremendous value on parents and caregivers because they know their children best. Parents and caregivers significantly influence their children’s development, learning, healthcare plans, and educational achievement
- WV PTI believes in the power of parents to help other parents. As parents, we have lived experiences that we can share and learn from each other—our trainings, outreach activities, and Parent Strong support groups support this philosophy.
- WV PTI firmly believes in the capacity of parents and caregivers to make informed decisions. Parents can confidently assist their children and youth in achieving positive outcomes when provided with current and reliable information and resources.
We Offer
Emotional support from parents and families. We focus on connecting families to parent support groups for networking and sharing information and lived experiences.
Leadership, self-determination, and self-advocacy training opportunities for parents and youth.
- Provide information on medical transition in our Post-Secondary Transition training for parents, caregivers, and young adults.
More information or assistance
For more information or assistance, please contact our central office in Buckhannon, WV.
Adress
WV Parent Training and Information,Inc.
99 Edmiston Way
Buckhannon, WV 26201
Contact
- E: wvpti@aol.com
- P: 304.472.5697
- T: 800.281.1436 (WV)
- F: 304.472.3548
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