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Mission and Services:

Legal Aid of West Virginia's Behavioral Health Advocacy Project advocates for West Virginians who face challenges brought about by behavioral and mental health disorders. The Advocacy Project holds firm the belief that an individual who requires behavioral health services may lead a life that is dignified, productive and enjoyable, especially when appropriate supports are in place.

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Contact Information:

The Behavioral Health Advocacy Project may be contacted in several ways, including:

Community-based Intake and Referral1-800-642-8279 ext. 2158
Patient Advocate Office, Mildred Mitchell-Bateman Hospital1-800-644-9318, Ext. 130
Patient Advocate Office, William R. Sharpe, Jr. Hospital 1- 888-269-1210, Extension 306 or 374
Bill Albert Behavioral Health Advocacy Director (304) 343-4481 ext. 2158, or balbert@lawv.net

To contact the Project in order to receive basic information or ask questions, you may email us at behavioralhealthinfo@lawv.net.