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Brooke, Hancock, Marshall, Ohio assistance programs

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Programs can assist in Brooke, Hancock, Marshall, and Ohio counties West Virginia. Get help with rent, medications, and other assistance.

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West Virginia Region | American Red Cross

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The American Red Cross West Virginia Region is a non-profit humanitarian organization that provides disaster relief and helps people during disasters.

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Russell Nesbitt Services, Inc.- Russell Nesbitt Services, Inc.

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8:00-8:15 Opening

8:15-10:15 Session One: Understanding and supporting Veteran Families

Presenter: R. Jeremy Harrison, COO, Helping Heroes, Inc.

There are a large number of child victims of abuse and neglect that have family members that exhibit adjustment issues when returning from combat as well as the children having to face the deployment of a family member. This session is designed to familiarize the direct service provider with the unique needs of these children and their families.

At the conclusion of the workshop, participants will be able to:

- become familiar with military organization and culture;

- describe PTSD and some of its major causes and symptoms;

- identify particular areas of concern regarding PTSD in servicemen and women returning from the Global War on Terrorism;

- describe secondary PTSD and some of its major causes and symptoms;

- recognize common readjustment problems likely to be experienced by veteran family members;

identify how families cope with parents being deployed;

10:15 - 10:30 Break

10:30-12:00 Session Two: Abuse and Neglect Court Procedure 101

Presenters: Jennifer Pigott, Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Marion County

Jennifer Stephens, Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Monongalia County

A through understanding of WV Law is imperative in working with children and families involved in the child protection system. A review of the procedure for Chapter 49 child abuse and neglect cases will be presented and discussed.

12:00-1:00 Lunch Session : Mental Health First Aid and Suicide Risk Awareness for Stakeholders working with Children

Presenter: Dianna Bailey-Miller Project AWARE WV

Data reveals WV young people face a variety of primary and secondary traumatic experiences, often at higher rates, when compared with other youth in the nation. About 19% of the state's children have experienced abuse or neglect, nearly double the nationwide rate of just over 10%. This workshop is designed to assist professionals in recognizing and responding to mental health concerns among WV youth and assist communities with the implementation of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) and Youth Mental Health First Aid program.

1:00-3:00 Session Three: Medical centered Treatment for Opioid Addiction: What does it mean for families and children hit hard by the WV Opioid crisis?

Presenter: James H. Berry, DO Associate Professor/ Medical Director, CRC and Inpatient Acute Dual Diagnosis Program

West Virginia had the highest drug-overdose death rate in the US with 41.5 deaths per 100,000 people in 2015. "Medication Assisted Treatment is the best evidence-based weapon doctors have right now to help the seemingly endless number of people whose lives are being destroyed by opioid addiction," said James Berry, D.O., addiction psychiatrist and medical director at WVU Medicine's Chestnut Ridge Center. This training will assist CASA volunteers, staff and others in becoming knowledgeable about this form of treatment and the dynamics involved in providing direct services to child victims.

3:00-3:15 Break

3:15-5:00 Session Four WV School Education Policy, Law, and Advocacy - A Role for the CASA Volunteer.

Presenter Kevin Neito, Volunteer Supervisor, Western Regional CASA

This training will provide CASA staff and volunteers with an overview of West Virginia education policy, law, and procedure in West Virginia and opportunities for volunteer advocacy and support to equip them to effectively advocate for child victims in the educational setting. Topics covered will include special education qualifications and accommodations and school disciplinary policies and procedures. Resources and sample forms will be provided

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Wheeling, WV Area 304.232.0711 Wetzel, Tyler, Marshall, Ohio, Brooke...... Disaster Relief # 304.485.7311 Provides assistance for disaster victims. Assists military families & veterans including counseling, emergency communication, and financial aid. Sponsors health and safety services. Coordinates volunteers and collects blood provided to area hospitals.

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Hancock County Health Department P.O. Box 578 100 N. Court Street New Cumberland, WV 26047

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Catholic Charities West Virginia - Working to Reduce Poverty

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Weirton, WV United Way Charity Organization

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Resources for finding a job, collecting unemployment benefits, labor market information, resources for veterans, and news about employment.

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The Housing Authority manages family communities and senior hi-rise rental apartments. They also assist families who live in privately owned housing and receive rental subsidy through the Housing Choice Voucher Program (formerly Section 8).

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Northwood Health Systems | Caring for people is our business.

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The Village Network has a long-standing, award winning history of success, improving, shaping and transforming the lives of at-risk youth. Teaching and guiding youth toward independent, productive lives drives our decisions and treatment approaches. Each boy and girl in our care is individually assessed, and treatment plans are designed to transition youth to permanent, healthy and productive environments where they can thrive and grow.

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The Village Network - Partnerships For Brighter Futures

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The Village Network has a long-standing, award winning history of success, improving, shaping and transforming the lives of at-risk youth. Teaching and guiding youth toward independent, productive lives drives our decisions and treatment approaches. Each boy and girl in our care is individually assessed, and treatment plans are designed to transition youth to permanent, healthy and productive environments where they can thrive and grow.

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Fall 2017 | Daytime and Evening Courses

Attention Businesses
We have the most modern training facilities available in the Ohio Valley. Our computer (including our new TOC Lab) and technical area labs are second to none; and our instructors are certified professionals capable of conducting the training programs your company needs. We can also provide space for you to conduct your own meetings, seminars, and training for a nominal fee. Our building has wireless networking and is internet ready which is perfect for interactive training. Call us for more details at (304) 564-3337 Ext 113 or Ext. 320.

We are continually searching for new adult part time programs and instructors. If you are interested please call for further information.

NOTICE - If you have a disability and/or require special assistance, please contact the Career Center Director at 304-564-3337 to make special arrangements. This institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability and retaliation.

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Adult Education Programs (Evening Courses)

The John D. Rockefeller IV Career Center, located in New Cumberland, WV, will be offering Evening Classes for the following classes:

Auto Technology Class Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays

Cost - $150.00 Dates: TBA Please call the school at 304-564-3337.

Jeff Hardy will be teaching a 40 hour Automotive Technology Class. This class will be 2 hours in length and held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students will receive hands on instruction along with classroom theory in Brakes, Engine Repair & Alignments. Students will be eligible to take the Student ASE tests and will be prepared to pass the WV State Inspectors Exam upon completion.

Time: 3:00 - 8:00 PM Mon-Thurs Class/Clinical

Cost - $700.00 Dates: Begins January 8, 2018

Instructors: Joan Murray, Wendy DeAngelis, Kathy Dray and Ashley Witherow Get a great intro to the Health Care Industry and springboard to the next level in the Health Care field. Make this your first steps to that PN/RN degree. A 120 hour program to obtain your Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate. Employable in nursing homes, hospitals, and doctor offices. Students will be prepared in both theory and skills to take Certification Exams after the classes and clinical.

Time: 3:00 - 7:00 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays

Cost - $1,200.00 Dates: Begins January 9, 2018 $1,000,00 (former JDR students)

Instructor: Jim Chappell Get into the area's fastest growing field. Welding! Must have open root welding experience. This is an 80 hour course. Uphill and Downhill Welding. Students will practice and test out on 6″ schedule 80 pipe.

Time: 7:30 am - 5:30 pm M-W 7:30-1:30 TH Cost - CDL $4,258 Classes start every 10 weeks. Evening & Week End Classes are available upon request.

Instructors: Tim Egyud and John Barber The CDL Class is a 10 week comprehensive training program in the career field of Commercial Truck Driving. Emphasis is placed on development of the basic skills and knowledge needed to drive a tractor-trailer and/or bus safely, efficiently and legally. Please contact the instructors a (304) 564-9009.

Starting January 8, 2018. Details coming soon. Please call (304) 564-3337 for updated details.

**PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR FURTHER UPDATES ON NEW CLASSES BEING OFFERED**

WV Adult Education Classes: TABE and TASC Testing

TABE Preparation and Testing

Master basic skills necessary for functioning more effectively in society while preparing for the test. If you have any questions call Mrs. Auralee Myers at (304) 564-3337, Ext. 113.

9:00am - 12:00pm
Days: T/W
Tuition: FREE

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Days: T/W
Tuition: FREE

Registration: Every Thursday 9:00am - 12:00pm 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Please Note: Morning classes will run as scheduled if there is a 2-hour delay for Hancock County Schools and both morning and evening classes will be cancelled if Hancock County Schools are closed. Please refer to your local television or radio station for school closings.

ALL TESTS - 2:00PM START TIME
A Valid WV photo ID is required when taking the official practice test.Applicants younger than 18 years of age are required to obtain a "Withdrawal Form" from the high school they attended. This form must list the official date of withdrawal from that high school. Students younger than 18 years of age must have been withdrawn from high school for at least 30 days. If you are 18 years of age or younger, please contact the Career Center for additional requirements (304) 564-3337, Extension 320.

TASC GED Preparation and Testing

Sept. 19 & 21 Starting at 2:00PM

Oct. 24 & 26 Starting at 2:00PM

Nov. 14 & 16 Starting at 2:00PM

Dec. 19 & 21 Starting at 2:00PM

Jan. 23 & 25 Starting at 2:00PM

Feb. 20 & 22 Starting at 2:00 PM

March 20 & 22 Starting at 2:00 PM

April 17 & 19 Starting at 2:00 PM

May 22 & 24 Starting at 2:00 PM

* Tuesdays test include Writing, Social Studies, and Reading
* Thursdays test include Math and Science
*Official practice dates and times are subject to change, please call to confirm dates and times*

Classes and tests will resume again in September, no tests or classes are offered during the summer.

Please note: The John D. Rockefeller Career Center follows the Hancock County School Holiday (see previous page) and Cancellation schedule. Check your local television or radio station for school cancellation information. Also, class size is limited to 10 students in each course, so please register early. The Career Center reserves the right to cancel a course when the registration is not sufficient to warrant its continuance, divide a class if enrollment is too large for efficient instruction, change the time of a course and/or change instructors when necessary. This institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color , national origin, sex, age, disability and retaliation.

Adult Full time Programs

CDL Training Classes

Truck driving/CDL training is a 10 week course designed to get students a CDL driving endorsement on their driving licenses. This program will open students to the world of truck driving and any other vehicle requiring a CDL endorsement. All students must pass a DOT-physical, drug screening and background check prior to starting the program. Call the school and ask for John or Tim in Truck Driving and they can answer any questions. Evening and Week End Classes are available upon request by calling the instructors at (304) 564-9009.

LPN Program

Practical Nursing is a one year program running from August through June giving students a complete field of study in the Nursing area. These students complete classroom and clinical training at various locations. Students can go on to earn their RN through an agreement with WVNCC and Kent State if they choose. All students must have a high school diploma or equivalent prior to starting the program. Call the school and ask for Kathy Dray for any questions.

Anyone wanting in special training should contact Mr. Anderson to make arrangements. Please call 304-564-3337 X320

Anyone having suggestions for evening classes please contact the John D. Rockefeller IV Career Center. 304-564-3337

Anyone wanting to teach a evening class please contact the John D. Rockefeller IV Career Center 304-5645-3337
"Hancock County Schools and the John D. Rockefeller IV Career Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities."

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West Virginia Adult Education: TABE, TASC GED Testing Prep - JDR4

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Attention Businesses We have the most modern training facilities available in the Ohio Valley. Our computer (including our new TOC Lab) and technical area labs are second to none; and our instructors are certified professionals capable of conducting the training programs your company needs.

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The Lighthouse Domestic Violence Shelter

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What We Do The Lighthouse seeks to provide protection, intervention and support to victims of domestic violence. Through direct services and community education, the Lighthouse empowers victims of domestic violence, promotes equality in all relationships, and advocates for the fundamental right of every individual to a life free of intimidation and violence.

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WVNCC | West Virginia Northern Community College

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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) | Food and Nutrition Service

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SNAP offers nutrition assistance to millions of eligible, low-income individuals and families and provides economic benefits to communities. SNAP is the largest program in the domestic hunger safety net. The Food and Nutrition Service works with State agencies, nutrition educators, and neighborhood and faith-based organizations to ensure that those eligible for nutrition assistance can make informed decisions about applying for the program and can access benefits.

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The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) provides federal grants to states for supplemental foods, health care referrals, and nutrition education for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and non-breastfeeding postpartum women, and to infants and children up to age five who are found to be at nutritional risk.

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Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

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The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) provides federal grants to states for supplemental foods, health care referrals, and nutrition education for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and non-breastfeeding postpartum women, and to infants and children up to age five who are found to be at nutritional risk.

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CHANGE, Inc. is a community action and health agency that serves northern West Virginia (Hancock, Brooke, Ohio, and Marshall Counties) and Jefferson County, Ohio providing various programs and services to those in need.

CHANGE, Inc. encourages the integration of services, the building of partnerships, and the consolidating of resources to empower families towards healthy self-sufficient living.

CHANGE, Inc. (Christians Helping Arrange New Growth Enterprises) Community Action Agency was formed in 1983 by a handful of clergy members who wished to aid families affected by layoffs from Weirton Steel find new employment. Since that time, we have grown into a full-circle agency, addressing many of the needs of the economically disadvantaged. With over 30 years of operation, the belief of empowering families is still strong within the agency.

The concept of "community action" was originally conceived as part of the War on Poverty Program launched by the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964. Community Action objectives focused on enabling people to achieve self-sufficiency and providing them with the resources to achieve that goal, and the concept of community action, people working together to help people, became widely known throughout the Northern Panhandle. As the concept grew, additional services were developed and interest continued to grow in the community.

The Promise of Community Action: Community Action changes people's lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.

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