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2019 Annual Report

Planning for the Future


View our 2019 Annual Report to learn how Boone County Family Resources continues to focus on its mission of supporting individuals to thrive, connect and achieve while also planning for the future.

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INSPIRING STORIES

Breaking the Mold

Jesse earns Employee of the Month at COG

Jesse started receiving services from Boone County Family Resources (BCFR) as a junior in high school. With the help of his Support Coordinator Susan, he participated in the Life and Work Connections Work Crew and the STEP program. Six years later, Jesse is a valued employee at Columbia Orthopaedic Group (COG) and received employee of the month for his hard work and job dedication. Watch Jesse's story.

Finding Employment through IPS
Andrew thrives at Gerbes

Andrew finds employment at Gerbes through the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) program through Boone County Family Resources. BCFR partnered with Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) for a supported employment program commonly called IPS. The Individual Placement and Support program has at its core a “zero exclusion” principle — meaning everyone who wants a competitive job is eligible, and the job search begins immediately. Watch Andrew's story.

EVENTS

Disability Rights Legislative Day

SAVE THE DATE - March 11, 2020 


People with disabilities, families and advocates will gather at the Capitol to hear from speakers and rally in the rotunda, then meet with their legislators to discuss issues of concern on Wednesday, March 11. Save the date, share the date! 

Let's Get Together 
A Self-Determination Conference

Featuring Peter Leidy


Join us for an interactive day of learning about self-determination and advocacy efforts that are happening across the state. Learn and network with others!

To learn more about this event and register, click here.

Join us for a fun night!

Join us on Feb. 27 at 6pm at Bur Oak Brewing Company for a fun night of 8-round general and zany trivia questions and raise money for the Special Olympics of Missouri.
 
Learn more about the event and purchase tickets, click here.

IN THE NEWS

Exercise Your Right to Vote

Important Dates to Know

image: red white and blue graphic stating let your voice be heard register to vote todayThe last day to register to vote in the March 10, 2020 Presidential Preference Primary election is February 12, 2020. Voting is one of the most powerful decision making tools you have as a citizen. For complete information about voter registration, accessible voting, upcoming election dates, and a polling location near you, click here.

We're Hiring!

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Join an agency who supports people with developmental disabilities in creating opportunities for a better life. We are looking for individuals who can reach out and enable people to become more independent, successful members of our community. We reward loyalty, productivity and teamwork.
Our positions offer a starting salary commensurate with education, responsibilities, and experience, and include an outstanding benefits package.

View available opportunities, click here.
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