BCFR News & Stories

Life and Work Connections

Avery Goes Full Time at Boone Hospital

Avery was among six high school seniors who participated in the STEP program at Boone Hospital.  He was the first of the  six to score the very…

Supported Living

A Spring Ride

When you first meet Laura you will notice her spunky personality. She is very humorous and will keep you laughing throughout your entire conversation with her.  Laura…

Support Coordination

Determination

Describing Jacob in one word is easy, DETERMINED.  As a 19 year old, Jacob has demonstrated determination in achieving his goals in school, work and personal independence….

Supported Living

Jane Gives Back

Jane began receiving Supported Living Services from Boone County Family Resources in August 2010. Jane is one of the few individuals in Supported Living who chooses not…

Life and Work Connections

Olive Garden Hires Kathy

In January we profiled Kathy along with two other L&WC service recipients, who job-shadowed at the Olive Garden Restaurant on National Disability Mentoring Day.  “Our restaurants support…

Support Coordination

The Little Girl Who Could

There was no doubt in their minds when Michelle and Daniel Boatman received the call that a child in China with developmental disabilities needed a home.              …

Supported Living

Independent Lady

When Matt Hoff was asked to choose a resident to participate in a new pharmacy pilot program, one person immediately came to mind: Laurie. As the Supervisor…

Support Coordination

A Helping Hand

Allison is a 23-year-old moviebuff who maintains her own apartment, works the lunch shift at a busy restaurant and takes classes at Moberly Area Community College. In…

Life and Work Connections

Rachel’s Road to Success

If you had to describe Rachel in one word, it would be sociable. She’s that bubbly person who rarely lets you pass without saying, “Hello, how are…