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Legal Aid of West Virginia and Ombudsman logo with text that reads Long-Term Care Ombudsmen and Elder Advocacy
Long-Term Care Ombudsman: A Program Snapshot
Legal Aid attorney Barbie Finley (far left) with clients Amanda and John and their twin sons on adoption day.
Amanda and John – An Adoption Story

Legal Services are at the core of our mission to protect West Virginia’s most vulnerable. By providing legal information and representation, our knowledgeable attorneys help children, families, and individuals escape abuse, overcome barriers to employment and housing, and receive the education and health care they need.
Our Behavioral Health Advocacy program assists West Virginians living with mental and behavioral health disorders by promoting community supports and preserving access to services. Our advocates strive to help individuals and families meet their challenges with dignity and hope.

