Stories: Support Coordination

Support Coordination

BCFR Collaborates with TIPS Students

Boone County Family Resources (BCFR) collaborated with student volunteers from the Thompson Center’s TIPS (Training in Interdisciplinary Partnerships and Services) program to develop resources for individuals with…

A family of 4 stand in a field hugging for a family photo.
Support Coordination

Family Finds Support in Boone County Family Resources

After relocating to Columbia from College Station, TX, Jana found a support system in Boone County Family Resources (BCFR) which has been instrumental in helping her son,…

Joe sits at a table in his comfy new apartment. In the background is a tan coach and fireplace with framed photos on the mantle.
Support Coordination

Joe’s Journey to Stable Housing

Joe’s journey to stable housing has been a long and challenging one, marked by years of uncertainty and temporary living situations. Deaf and communicating through American Sign…

Support Coordination

Brothers Thriving: Kwame and Kojo’s Journey with BCFR

Kwame and Kojo are thriving with support from Boone County Family Resources (BCFR). Through various BCFR services, their family has accessed resources to help the brothers reach…

Two similar looking sisters wear blue special olympics shirts and medals around their necks.
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Sisters Thrive with Support From BCFR

Sarah is 21 years old with a love for dance, Taylor Swift and dogs – specifically Pomeranians. She embraces life with enthusiasm and loves going to work…

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Aging with Developmental Disabilities Conference

Boone County Family Resources (BCFR) staff traveled to St. Louis for the Annual Aging with Developmental Disabilities Conference in May to learn more about the changing needs…

Savannah wears an orange t-shirt and headphones. She sits on a mini trampoline surrounded by a squishy ball, blankets, snacks, and an ipad.
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Savannah Thrives Through Transition

Savannah has severe autism and receives supports from BCFR including help with communication devices, attending her IEP meetings and paying for Camp Barnabas. Most recently, BCFR helped…

Dena swings a pickleball paddle inside the Columbia Fieldhouse at SOMO practice.
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Dena Dives into the Community through Special Olympics

A local athlete is making waves, both literally and figuratively. Dena, a multi-talented Special Olympics participant, has found more than just medals in her athletic pursuits; she’s…

Lindsey, Colton and their dog Zara pose for a family photo in their living room in front of a fireplace and brown couch. Lindsey and Colton use wheelchairs.
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Accessing Supports to Make a Home More Accessible

Colton and Lindsey first met while attending Camp Barnabas and soon after fell in love and got married. Post graduation from the University of Missouri, they decided…