Navigators Club Takes on Columbia
A fulfilling life involves growth and the realization of goals despite or because of challenges. The Navigators Club is a Life & Work Connections class that aims…
Howard Helps Build a Future for Others
Howard is man of few words, but when he and his support team were reviewing his individual plan and goals, Howard said he wanted to “work with…
The Landscape Crew Celebrates 5 Years of Operation
The Landscape Crew, a program of Life & Work Connections, is a vocational training program for people with developmental disabilities. It is designed to teach participants the…
David—Connecting to His Community
A big part of living an independent life is being able to get where you want to go when you want to go there. This is a…
STEP Program Celebrates Graduates
In May, the Seamless Transition through Enhanced Partnership (STEP) program held its second graduation send-off for the five young adults who participated in the program this year….
Life & Work Connections Cleans Up
On a warm spring Saturday in mid-April, a group of dedicated Boone County Family Resources volunteers came together to help with the community-wide Clean Up Columbia day…
Making Communications Connections
Transition Network, a program of Boone County Family Resources Life & Work Connections, educates young adults with developmental disabilities in an effort to increase their independence. The…
Brandy’s Positive Attitude Pays Off
For at least the last two years, Brandy’s long-term goal was to find full-time community employment with benefits. Last month, she was offered a job at the…
Estan: Ready for Employment
When you first meet Estan, it is hard to believe that he used to be a quiet, shy guy. With a smile and some polite conversation, he…