Recipe for Success
In April 2022, Galen visited his favorite restaurant, Slim Chickens, to enjoy his usual order of fried chicken and a Cherry Coke. While placing his order, he…
An Eventful October for Lydia
Senator Chuck Graham Memorial Disability and Advocacy Ambassador Award The Disabilities Commission of the City of Columbia recognized the first Senator Chuck Graham Memorial Disability and Advocacy…
Declan Attends YLF
The Missouri Youth Leadership Forum (YLF) is a unique career leadership-training program for high school students with disabilities, ages 16 to 21. Youth delegates are selected from…
Celebrating The Work Crew
Partygoers packed into the Les Wagner Community Room on Thursday, May 18, to celebrate and say goodbye to this year’s work crew: Landon, Austin, David and Zander….
Making Her Way – Paige’s Story
BCFR Mission in Action for the McDonald Family
I met Leo during a Special Olympics track practice while he stood in line for the long jump. His welcoming demeanor told me he was ready to…
Birthday Bash for Louise
Supported Living Team 16 threw a birthday party for Louise. Birthday parties aren’t new, but this was a big deal for Louise as she has traditionally declined…
Do What Makes You Sparkle
When Tina’s supervisor at CMSE told her about a new hobby that involved sparkles, shimmer and diamonds, she had to try it. After creating more than 20…
Practicum Students Gain Experience with BCFR
Staff collaborations with students from the University of Missouri and Columbia College is a great opportunity to provide awareness about developmental disabilities, community resources and careers at…