Family Coaching and Guidance
At The Niche, we work with families to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the resources and programs available to them in the state. Our approach emphasizes individualized attention and support tailored to the specific needs and circumstances of each family.
Preschool Special Education Programming
Preschool Special Education Programming is offered by each county’s school system in accordance with federal and state guidelines to eligible children ages three to five who have developmental delays or disabilities that qualify them for services.
West Virginia Parent Training Information Center
West Virginia Parent Training Information Center (WVPTI) is an advocacy and training services group staffed by parents who have children with special needs. Information is provided to families and professionals who work with children who have disabilities.
Disability Rights of
West Virginia
Disability Rights of West Virginia is a state designated protection and advocacy program for West Virginians with disabilities. DRWV provides consultation and services on human and legal rights.
The WVU Center for Excellence in Disabilities
The WVU Center for Excellence in Disabilities is a helpful resource for families who are seeking services related to ASD and other disabilities. They are currently providing social skills groups, parent support groups, group parent/teacher training.s, and 1:1 individualized training. No diagnosis is required to receive these services.
Social Security Disability
Social Security Disability (SSI) is based on both disability and income eligibility for children with special health care needs. If children qualify, they are eligible for a WV Medical Card to help cover expenses and cost of care, in addition to need-based funding from the state.
Children with Disabilities Community Service Program
Children with Disabilities Community Service Program (CDCSP) is an optional Medicaid program that allows children with disabilities to receive medical assistance. Children must qualify to receive the level of care provided in a medical institution, though they do not need to be receiving services from a medical institution. Only the child’s income and assets are considered, providing all other eligibility criteria are not met. Children receive a West Virginia Medicaid card through this program.
Title 19 Home and Community Based Waiver
Title 19 Home and Community Based Waiver (I/DD Waiver) is designated for individuals three years of age and up. The IDD Waiver provides a lifetime medical card and a host of other services for children with lifelong disabilities. These services may include respite care, paid transportation, and therapeutic services.
West Virginia Health Insurance Premium Payment
West Virginia Health Insurance Premium Payment (WV HIPP) is a state-funded program for qualifying Medicaid recipients and their families who have access to health insurance that is either self-funded, available through a job, or COBRA. If an applicant qualifies, the state will pay the monthly cost of the premium for a health insurance policy that covers the policyholder and their Medicaid dependent(s). Medicaid may also pay out of pocket medical expenses when the HIPP member sees a qualifying physician.
Children with Special Healthcare Needs Program
Children with Special Healthcare Needs Program (CSHCN) provides care coordination, assistance in navigating DHHR and community resources, and provides financial assistance with medical foods. CSHCN is intended for children and youth with certain chronic, debilitating conditions by providing specialized medical care and care coordination services who meet financial and medical eligibility criteria.
Diapers and Pull-ups Assistance
Diapers and Pull-ups can be free of charge through the WV Medical Card for children ages three and up. A prescription from the child’s primary care doctor indicating “urinary incontinence” is required. Families then take their child’s medical card and the prescription to any local home health care supply company.