BCFR News & Stories

Boone Point Central
Agency News

Affordable Housing Project Making Great Progress

Individuals and families interested in living in an apartment in either Boone Point South or Boone Point Central took a big step at the end of June…

ABLE account presentation
Agency News

MO ABLE Accounts Available Now

Missourians with disabilities can now save money tax-free without jeopardizing eligibility for benefits like Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). In June, Matthew Panik from the State…

American Healthcare Act
Agency News

American Healthcare Act and You

As you may have heard, the United States Senate is expected to vote soon on the American Healthcare Act, revised from a version passed by the House….

Close-up of Louise sitting outside.
Supported Living

Louise Strives for Independence

The Supported Living program helps participants live the lives they want to live while providing the individual supports they may need to thrive in the community, connect…

Close up photo of Alisa
Life and Work Connections

A Bright Future for Alisa

As Bosnian refugees, Alisa and her family came to the United States to seek a new future. Alisa, age 45, began receiving services through Boone County Family…

Xander sits on the couch.
Support Coordination

Nutrition Services Help Xander Make Gains

Nutrition Services are offered through Boone County Family Resources to assess a person’s nutritional history and dietary intake, to evaluate feeding skills and feeding issues, to develop…

Photo of staff adding hair dye to a woman's hair.
Supported Living

A Day of Pampering for the Ladies

In March, Supported Living staff planned a fun afternoon of pampering for the ladies. Chad Mitchell, Direct Support Specialist, had the idea to put something together after…

Matt stands in front of the office door at the radio station.
Life and Work Connections

Matt Uses IPS Program to Land a Job

Matt is enjoying his job at Texas Roadhouse where he’s been working since last fall. He is another successful person employed through the Individualized Placement and Support…

Teens and teachers pose for a picture on the MU football field.
Life and Work Connections

Register Now for Work It

Through continued partnership with the Missouri Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), this summer the Life & Work Connections program will offer free pre-employment transition services to public…