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WV Foster Care News: Stories, Updates, and Insights 

Stay informed with the latest WV foster care news, articles, and updates from Mission WV. Our blog covers a wide range of topics, from policy changes and success stories to practical tips for foster and kinship families. 

Foster Care News in West Virginia: Key Trends 

  • 6,000+ children in foster care as of 2025, the highest rate in the nation. 

  • 40% decline in overdose deaths linked to fewer kids entering foster care due to parental substance use disorder. 

  • Ongoing challenges: Staff shortages, high caseloads, and the need for more foster and kinship families. 

10 Ways to Celebrate National Foster Care Month in West Virginia
10 Ways to Celebrate National Foster Care Month in West Virginia
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WV Relatives As Parents Program (RAPP)
WV Relatives As Parents Program (RAPP)
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