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Back to School through COVID-19
Resources for Families


COMPLETE PARENT RESOURCE DURING COVID-19 FROM ECHO AUTISM: Includes resources on parenting, hygiene, therapies, Back to School During a Pandemic video, activities, behavior and more. Click here to view this resource.

A SOCIAL STORY ABOUT WEARING MASKS THAT MIGHT BE HELPFUL FOR CHILDREN: This resource provides a visual guide for individuals about wearing a mask to avoid spreading germs. View the story here, for a printable version, click here.

FREE FACE MASKS: VAC does have a limited supply of free face masks for adults and children. Individuals can stop by their office M-F 8:30am-4:30pm at 403A Vandiver Drive in Columbia and ring the doorbell. A staff person should be available to assist you. Families are encouraged to call 573-874-2273 for more info or to make an appointment. 

TIPS ON TALKING TO KIDS ABOUT COVID-19: Tips for parents on how to talk to children about the impacts of the virus in a way that will be reassuring and not make kids more worried than they already may be. To read advice from the experts at the Child Mind Institute, click here

TRANSITIONING BACK INTO THE COMMUNITY: Create a worksheet to help you and your family develop a unique, My COVID-19 Safety Plan, click here.

SHOW-ME HOPE HELPLINE: A federally funded crisis counseling program designed to help the public for FREE. For more info, click here.

BCFR stands in solidarity against racism and injustice

A message from Robyn Kaufman
Executive Director, Boone County Family Resources 

We believe Black lives matter and everyone has a responsibility to advocate for equity, fight injustice and racism, and create an inclusive community. Together we can make positive changes--we hope you join us in our commitment to making our community and world a better place.

Learn more about what our agency is currently doing right, how we plan to do better, and how we are measuring success going forward. We also encourage you to participate in the United Way Equity Challenge along with BCFR staff. This opportunity is open to anyone in the community and we invite you to join us on this journey. You can learn more and enroll in the Equity Challenge here.

Read the full statement from Executive Director, Robyn Kaufman, click here. 

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2020

Exercise Your Right to Vote!

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Missouri citizens will vote for the President of the United States, Governor of Missouri, federal and state representatives, state senator and many other positions.

You must be registered to vote by October 7, 2020 to vote in the November election. You may print, complete and sign and mail or hand-deliver this card to the Boone County Clerk’s office. Persons served by Boone County Family Resources may call their Support Coordinators for more information.

If you have a disability preventing you from voting in person OR if you are concerned about in-person voting because of the Covid-19 Pandemic, you have choices!

Voters may request an absentee ballot online  or print, complete and mail the request to the Boone County Clerk's Office, attn: Mail-in Ballot, 801 E. Walnut, Room 236, Columbia MO 65201. 

You must request a mail in ballot by October 21, 2020 to vote in the November election. Postage is included on the return envelope so returning your ballot is free by mail. Mail your ballot as soon as possible after you get it. All ballots must be received in the Boone County Clerk's Office by 7pm on Election Day.
 
You may also turn in your ballot in person at the Boone County Clerk’s office; you must bring a valid driver’s license or state ID card to submit your ballot. Remember to wear a mask when entering the building. 

If you would like to vote in person and need assistance due to a disability, you may bring someone to help you or ask for help from the staff at your polling site.

Would you like to know more?
 
Paraquad of St. Louis is hosting a series of on-line information sessions regarding voting.   For more information visit here. If you have any questions, would like dial-in information or require accessibility accommodations, please contact Sarah Schwegel at or 314-289-4277.
 
Helpful links:
Boone County Clerk's Office
Missouri Secretary of State – Elections and Voting
Voting Rights & Responsibilities
Missouri Disability Voter Coalition General Election Voter Guide

For additional information, click here.

BCFR’s New Office Construction Update

The new building is located at 2700 West Ash

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Construction of Boone County Family Resources’ new office building to meet the Agency’s growing needs is progressing rapidly. BCFR employees look forward to the opportunity to have a new office building that will allow us to serve more people, have an inviting environment for employees, persons served and stakeholders, and help us to continue to support persons with developmental disabilities in Boone County to thrive in the community, connect with others and achieve their personal goals. 

BCFR is scheduled to move to its new home in January 2021. Shown here is a photo from the construction site in early August.

Be on the lookout for details on our community open house in Spring 2021!  More information will be shared when the building nears completion. 

Do you know a healthcare hero who would want to join our team? 

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Is one of your friends, family, church members, or neighbors looking for a way to truly make a difference in the lives of others?  With the pandemic, staffing issues are more of a challenge in locating persons to hire and join our team. Your help is needed more today than ever, particularly for openings on our Supported Living team providing 24/7 support to individuals to help them Thrive, Connect, and Achieve.

We are looking to fill the following positions:
  • Direct Support Professionals
  • Direct Support Specialists
  • Direct Support - *Paid Neighbor
*Paid Neighbors are full or part time employees who live in an apartment within our building. Paid Neighbors are a key team member in our Supported Living program, serving as overnight on-call for 22 nights per month to provide support if needed. The position includes:
  • 2 Bedroom apartment with dishwasher/kitchen appliances/on site free laundry for $105 per pay period fee for use of apartment during employment
  • Utilities paid (except cable, internet and phone)
  • Private deck or patio
  • Tuition reimbursement may also be available
View all available opportunities, and apply click here.
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