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West Virginia ADRC (Aging & Disability Resource Center)
Entry point for aging, disability, and caregiver supports (information and referrals).
West Virginia
West Virginia resources for caregivers
These are West Virginia entry points for caregiver support & respite, long-term services and supports, job-related leave options, safety reporting, and benefits portals. (Official sources when possible.)
Status: Draft — please verify links before publishing.
Last reviewed: Feb 8, 2026
Caregiver supportSupport
Caregiver support & in-home services (overview)
State overview of caregiver supports and in-home service options (including caregiver respite programs).
RespiteBreaks
Respite options
Short-term relief for caregivers; availability varies locally. Start with WV’s in-home care resources or use the national locator.
Medicaid LTSSWaiver
Medicaid LTSS: Aged & Disabled Waiver (ADW)
Home and community-based services alternative to institutional care (criteria apply).
Self-directedGetting paid
Self-directed services (ask during care planning)
Some services may allow participant direction (choosing/managing workers). Ask when applying or during the service plan process.
Work & leaveJob support
Job-protected leave (FMLA)
Federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) overview and guidance.
Benefits portalApply
WV PATH: apply for benefits
Online portal to apply/manage benefits (Medicaid, SNAP, and more).
SafetyAPS
Adult Protective Services (APS)
Report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults.
Long-term careOmbudsman
Long-Term Care Ombudsman (WV)
Advocacy and complaint assistance for residents of nursing homes, assisted living, and other long-term care settings.