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Housing Assistance and Shelters
- Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center (EPEC)
- Services: Provides housing assistance, emergency shelter, and advocacy for individuals facing domestic violence, sexual assault, or homelessness.
- Hotline: (304) 263-8292
- Website: Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center
- Services Available: Emergency shelter, housing support, counseling, and legal assistance.
- Morgan County Homeless Coalition
- Services: Works to assist homeless individuals and families in the Berkeley Springs area. Offers temporary shelter and assistance in finding permanent housing.
- Contact Information: (304) 258-1511
- Housing Referrals: Provides information on low-income housing and rental assistance programs.
- West Virginia Housing Development Fund
- Services: Offers affordable housing programs and down payment assistance for homebuyers in Morgan County.
- Phone: (304) 391-8600
- Website: WV Housing Development Fund
- Programs Available: Affordable mortgage options and housing grants for low- to moderate-income families.
Food Banks and Assistance
- Morgan County BackPack Program
- Services: Provides food to students in need over the weekends and during school breaks to help address food insecurity among school-aged children.
- Contact: (304) 258-2430
- Program Focus: Supports children in Morgan County Schools by offering meals to take home.
- Berkeley Springs Food Pantry
- Starting Points Morgan County
- Address: 187 S Green St, Berkeley Springs, WV 25411
- Services: Offers meals through their Warm the Children program and operates a food pantry for residents in need.
- Phone: (304) 258-5600
- Website: Starting Points
- Services Available: After-school meal programs for children and emergency food support for families.
Legal Aid and Public Advocacy
- Legal Aid of West Virginia
- Services: Provides free legal assistance to low-income residents, helping with issues such as housing, domestic violence, employment, and public benefits.
- Phone: 1-866-255-4370
- Website: Legal Aid of WV
- Eligibility: Provides legal representation, counseling, and referrals based on income eligibility.
- Morgan County Public Defender Office
- Services: Offers legal representation for residents who cannot afford private counsel in criminal cases.
- Phone: (304) 267-2991
- Eligibility: Must meet income qualifications for representation.
Senior and Youth Services
- Morgan County Senior Life Services
- Address: 106 Sand Mine Rd, Berkeley Springs, WV 25411
- Services: Provides meals, transportation, and recreational activities for seniors in the community.
- Phone: (304) 258-3096
- Website: Morgan County Senior Life Services
- Programs Available: Daily lunch program, fitness classes, social activities, and transportation to medical appointments.
- Morgan County Partnership
- Address: 26 Chapman St, Berkeley Springs, WV 25411
- Services: Offers youth and family programs aimed at substance abuse prevention, mental health support, and youth development.
- Phone: (304) 258-7807
- Website: Morgan County Partnership
- Programs Available: Youth leadership programs, after-school activities, and family support services.
- Starting Points Family Resource Center
- Address: 187 S Green St, Berkeley Springs, WV 25411
- Services: Offers a variety of programs for children and families, including childcare resources, parenting classes, and family counseling.
- Phone: (304) 258-5600
- Website: Starting Points Family Resource Center
- Programs Available: Early childhood education, family support programs, and parenting workshops.
Community Centers and Volunteer Opportunities
- Berkeley Springs Community Center
- Address: 15 Fairfax St, Berkeley Springs, WV 25411
- Services: Offers recreational and educational programs for residents of all ages.
- Phone: (304) 258-8900
- Programs Available: Fitness classes, youth sports, art workshops, and community events.
- Morgan County Public Library
- Address: 105 Congress St, Berkeley Springs, WV 25411
- Services: Public library offering book lending, free internet access, and community programs.
- Phone: (304) 258-3350
- Website: Morgan County Public Library
- Programs Available: Storytime for kids, book clubs, and public access computers.
- Volunteering with Morgan County
- Morgan County Volunteer Programs: Opportunities for residents to volunteer with local food banks, schools, community centers, and senior programs.
- Volunteer Morgan County: A local volunteer network connecting individuals to opportunities that match their interests and skills.
- Contact: Morgan County Community Center for upcoming volunteer events and programs.
