BCFR News & Stories

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…

employee spotlight, rachel murphy
Agency News

Employee Spotlight: Rachel Murphy

By Laurie Ritter and Natasha Grayson In October 2016, BCFR partnered with Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) to launch the Individual Placement & Support (IPS) program. IPS is an…

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Agency News

Inexpensive Ways to Get Fit

Exercising doesn’t need to cost a fortune. Did you know you don’t have to pay for a big gym membership to get in a good workout?  There are…

affordable housing
Agency News

Construction on Affordable Housing is Underway

Construction on two affordable housing apartment buildings is well underway and both buildings are scheduled for completion in September 2017. The agency will host Application Workshops for…

disability rights legislative day
Life and Work Connections

Advocacy in Action at the Missouri Capitol

In March, several individuals supported by the agency and some People First of Boone County members traveled to the capitol for Disability Rights Legislative Day. This year’s…

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Support Coordination

Camps Offer Enjoyable Summer Experiences

A popular experience during the summer is attending camps. Boone County Family Resources support coordinators can connect individuals to sleep-away and day-camps designed and to meet the specific…

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Supported Living

NuVal® Helps Make Healthier Choices Easier

Many of the individuals participating in the Supported Living program have set personal goals for fitness and making healthier food choices, however, a few people had noticed…

individual placement and support
Life and Work Connections

Individual Placement and Support Program

A few months into the new supported employment pilot program Boone County Family Resources is partnering on with Missouri Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), there have already…