Sisters of St. Joseph Health and Wellness Foundation

11/05/2026

We don’t do enough to shout out our incredible board members—so here are just a few clips of several of them doing amazing things in October!

-Board members, Jeff Wiseman with The Health Plan and Jordan Pruett with Aetna Better Health of West Virginia have been tirelessly traveling the state to educate community based organizations about upcoming changes to Medicaid in 2027 and how these CBOs can best respond.

-Beth Morrison joined our ED, Beth Collins, in celebrating Ellen Allen’s legacy of work promoting health at the West Virginians for Affordable Health Care’s Rockefeller Dinner!

-Vice-Chair, Durand Warren, was recognized with the Outstanding Provider Award at the recent West Virginia Primary Care Association - WVPCA’s Leadership Forum.

-Chair, Dayla Harvey, got fully into character during a recent trunk or treat with the Mineral County Family Resource Network and Mineral County CASA!

11/04/2026

Eastern Panhandle friends-take a look!

11/02/2026

As we think about sweet treats and the community that shares them tonight, we want to send a shout of gratitude to the Sisters of St. Joseph Health and Wellness Foundation and the Glimmer Collaborative! They gave us the treat of gathering together to measure the impact of our programming at The MoJo through Ripple Effect Mapping! ...And like tonight, you can be sure there was some candy involved!
More to be revealed on our Ripple Effect Map, but this is a reminder post that our connections matter. Kindness and community are not stagnant...They ripple in and through our lives and community in meaningful ways! Have fun sharing candy, making connections, and creating community tonight! Happy Halloween 🎃

11/02/2026

Calling all Spring and Fall 2026 SSJHWF grant partners! We're gearing up for our next virtual Peer Circles Gathering on December 2–3!

Join fellow grant partners for connection, shared learning, and two focused breakout sessions:

Youth Engagement: Best practices for meaningfully engaging young people.

Medicaid Changes in 2027: What's coming and how nonprofits can help those they serve navigate the changes.

Please register by November 20 using the link below. We'll finalize session times based on the preferences of the majority of participants.

We hope to see you there!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-R6NWc5iCoFYVCVFLbEQlZ6i_1GPN_STcISFcaninQTqkmQ/viewform?usp=header

10/27/2026

Next Thursday, 10-12! Morgantown and surrounding areas!

Keeping West Virginia Covered: A Community Partner and Nonprofit Workshop on the 2027 Medicaid Changes

📆Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
⏰10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍Hazel's House of Hope, 20 Scott Avenue, Morgantown

This workshop is FREE for nonprofits, community-based organizations, service providers, faith-based organizations, workforce and educational partners, healthcare and social-service organizations, and others who assist West Virginians in their communities.

What the workshop will cover:
🔹Who the changes may affect (certain adults in the Medicaid Adult Expansion Group)
🔹Exclusions and exceptions
🔹Ways to meet the 80-hour standard (work, school, approved training, and community service)
🔹What happens when coverage is at risk or ends
🔹How your organization can help individuals understand notices, identify resources, and navigate requirements
🔹Tools, resources, and real-world scenarios
🔹Next steps and available support

REGISTER FOR THIS FREE WORKSHOP TODAY!
👉Scan the QR code or visit https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/SYatv6qnxG

10/22/2026

TOMORROW (Friday, 10/23) head to the Health Plan in downtown Wheeling from 10am-12pm to cover:

-Overview of 2027 Medicaid -Community Engagement requirements
-Who may be affected, and who may be excluded or excepted
-Qualifying activities: work, education, job training and community service
-How your organization can support members and potentially provide community-service opportunities
-Tools, resources and real-word scenarios

10/21/2026

Our friends at Team for West Virginia Children and their many partners on the Legislative Action Team for Children and Families have put out a voter’s guide to help individuals research and ask candidates their plans on top priorities impacting our state’s families. They also offer up to $500 stipends and training support to local groups to do non-partisan voter engagement and advocacy around the policies that reflect the Legislative Action Team’s policy priorities.

Check it out and be informed this election season!

WV Legislative Action Team for Children and FamiliesVOTERS GUIDE Elected officials have the power to improve the lives of West Virginia children and families. But for many families in West Virginia, an affordable home, quality healthcare, healthy food, and a good-paying job are out of reach. Rur.....

10/20/2026

Just in time for Christmas!

10/19/2026

It is so important that people and organizations impacted by TANF provide comment on its upcoming state plan! Please consider reading and commenting!!

The West Virginia Department of Human Services, Bureau for Family Assistance Division of Family Support, will accept comments on the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) State Plan from October 16, 2026 – November 29, 2026.

The TANF State Plan is a required document that outlines how West Virginia administers and operates its TANF program, including program policies, structure, eligibility requirements, benefit levels, and administrative procedures.

The FY 2027 TANF State Plan will be available for review at local DoHS offices, the West Virginia Secretary of State’s Office, and online at bfa.wv.gov/state-plans. A list of county office locations is available at dohs.wv.gov/field-offices.

Written comments regarding the TANF plan design and services may be submitted to:

West Virginia Department of Human Services
Bureau for Family Assistance
Division of Family Support
350 Capitol St., Room B-18
Charleston, WV 25301-3705

Comments may also be submitted by email to [email protected] or by phone at (304) 352-4431.

10/19/2026

Registration is NOW OPEN for the 16th Annual Ohio County Partners in Prevention Conference!

Join us December 10–11, 2026, at The Highlands Event Center for an exciting lineup of speakers and sessions focused on preventing child abuse and neglect, strengthening families, and supporting the professionals who serve them.

Opening Keynote: Understanding Perinatal Mental Health

We're excited to welcome Keisha Reaves, a nationally recognized maternal mental health professional, who will explore perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, recognizing warning signs, and supporting parents and families. This session will also feature a panel of West Virginia parents sharing their lived experiences.

Closing Plenary: When Helping Hurts: Recognizing Secondary and Vicarious Trauma

Kayla Dixon will explore the emotional impact of supporting individuals and families through trauma, crisis, and adversity. Participants will learn to recognize the signs of secondary and vicarious trauma and explore practical strategies for protecting their own well-being.

Friday's breakout sessions will cover topics including:

Youth engagement, elevating family voices, legislative advocacy, working with the media, supporting parents in recovery and families in crisis, Veterans' mental health and family dynamics, housing stability and early childhood development, and mandated reporting

Want even more? Join us Thursday, December 10, for preconference workshops exploring protective factors, parental resilience, child safety, nervous system regulation, and more!

Up to 12.5 continuing education hours available for Social Work and WV STARS!

Registration:
Friday only: $60 | Both days: $100

Whether you work in education, child welfare, family support, mental health, or another field serving children and families, there's something for you!

Register today!

https://ohiocountyfamilyresourcenetwor.regfox.com/2026ocpip