Planting Seeds of Independence
On a recent sunny afternoon, members of BCFR’s Life & Work Connections landscaping crew pulled on work gloves and dug in. The trio of young landscapers planted…
Confidence to Grow By
For many individuals, the transition from high school to work is challenging but don’t tell Zachary Thomas. He makes it look easy. The 19-year-old Rock Bridge High…
Miss Congeniality
First thing you’ll notice about Stacy is her smile. Next, you’ll probably hear her infectious laugh; and if you’re lucky, you’ll get to know her irresistible personality….
Spreading Her Wings
You could say Allison is something of a Dr. Doolittle. After all, “Animals like me,” she readily admits. But the 23-year-old is awfully popular with people, too,…
A Special Recognition
A year ago members of the Arc of Missouri piled 5,000 shoes onto the floor of the State Capitol rotunda to represent the number of people with…
Tom’s Triumph
Tom has worked hard for his independence. When he was hired for a full-time job with benefits, Tom realized the advantages of participating in BCFR’s Life &…
Norma’s Story
Every Monday through Friday, Norma Anderson oversees the “cat room” at the Central Missouri Humane Society. Sometimes she cleans cages. Other times she refills food bowls and…
Kara Moves Ahead
When Kara landed a job this summer at Hy-Vee, she knew her hard work on BCFR’s Life & Work Connections landscape crew had paid off. Her milestone…