Articles & Resources
Find helpful information, practical tips and the latest updates from Mission West Virginia. Explore articles covering foster care, adoption and kinship care, teen health and prevention, mentoring, parenting, healthy relationships and other topics that support West Virginia children, youth and families.
Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, educator, youth-serving professional or community member, you’ll find resources to help you stay informed, start important conversations and better support the young people and families in your life.
Mission West Virginia Kicks Off National Adoption Month with Call to Support Foster, Kinship, and Adoption Efforts Statewide
HURRICANE, W.Va. — November 12, 2025 — Mission West Virginia (MWV) is celebrating National Adoption Month by spotlighting the urgent need for foster and adoptive families, honoring kinship caregivers, and […]
Community Rallies to Fill 500+ Christmas Stockings for Teens in Foster Care; Mission WV Leads Distribution
Hurricane, W.Va. — November 20, 2025 — Foster WV, a ministry of River Ridge Church, announced today that its 2025 Operation Christmas Stocking drive not only met its goal of […]
Do You Want to Become a Foster Parent in West Virginia?
If you’re considering becoming a foster parent in West Virginia, you’re already taking a meaningful first step. Foster parents provide safety, stability, and care for children during some of the […]
Teen Dating Violence
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on abuse and build safer futures. While many think of domestic violence as an adult issue, it often […]
Tips for Talking to Teens about Dating and Relationships
If you are a parent to a blossoming teen, consider discussing these crucial aspects of relationships with your child before they enter a relationship: 1. Define a healthy relationship Teach […]
Bullying Prevention: What Parents of Teens Need to Know
Bullying is more than “kids being kids.” For today’s teenagers, bullying can take many forms—physical, verbal, social exclusion, or even online harassment. As a parent, it can be heartbreaking to […]
The Talk: How to Have Ongoing Conversations with Your Teen About Sexual Health
Having “the talk” with your teen can feel uncomfortable—but it’s one of the most important conversations you’ll ever have. Sexual health isn’t always a natural topic, but the more you […]
Teen Sexual Assault: Information for Parents
What Is Sexual Assault? Sexual assault is any sexual contact that a person does not freely agree to—also called “consent.” Consent means freely choosing to participate without pressure, threats, or […]
Tips for Talking to Your Young Teen about Relationships
When parents talk with their kids about healthy relationships, they help protect them from unhealthy dynamics and dating violence. Middle school is the perfect time to start these conversations. Even […]