Social Skills Through Group Interaction
A new service offering at Boone County Family Resources, Social Skills Group experiences are designed to assist individuals with developmental disabilities to develop social communication and interaction…
Therapy Through Dance
Therapeutic recreation programs enable persons with developmental disabilities to develop their capacity, performance and relationships with other persons. Boone County Family Resources support coordinators connect persons served…
Jim Joins a New Community
Jim is already enjoying his new living arrangements after moving into an independent supported living home. He and his mother and step-father moved to Missouri this summer…
Job Preparation—Two Different Journeys
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and was created to celebrate a diverse workforce when people with all abilities are included. Through individual planning, support coordinators…
Communicating Choices Through Technology
Commercial or custom designed therapeutic devices or equipment commonly referred to as “assistive technology” are used to increase capacity and minimize the functional limitations associated with a…
Taking Things One Step at a Time
As every person’s abilities and needs differ, sometimes it is necessary for a person with a disability to require specialized equipment to live a more independent life….
Home Modifications Make a Difference
Sometimes it is necessary to make physical modifications to a home in order to enable more independence to a person with a disability. BCFR can assist with…
Javion’s Success Through STEP Program
As a senior in high school, Javion was very focused on getting a job and less focused on completing school. Through encouragement from family and his support…
Developmental Disabilities Education Services
One of the many services provided through BCFR is Developmental Disability Education. This may take the form of a conference or workshop that is directly related to…