Isa Stands for Inspiration
There’s no doubt in Jason’s mind that his 3-year-old daughter is a miracle. One look at the bubbly, brown-eyed girl and you have to agree there is…
Javion Digs In
Employment means a lot to Javion. The 14-year-old landscaping crew member on Boone County Family Resources’ Life and Work Team describes working on the crew as an…
Drumming Up Fun
When staff at the BCFR supported living site 3706 asked if anyone would like to attend a powwow, Grea, C-J, Louise and Robert jumped at the opportunity. …
Planting Seeds of Independence
On a recent sunny afternoon, members of BCFR’s Life & Work Connections landscaping crew pulled on work gloves and dug in. The trio of young landscapers planted…
Confidence to Grow By
For many individuals, the transition from high school to work is challenging but don’t tell Zachary Thomas. He makes it look easy. The 19-year-old Rock Bridge High…
Service with a Smile
If you’re having a bad day, spend some time with Sheilah. She’ll make you smile, even if you don’t want to. Sheilah has a magical way…
Against the Odds
When Amanda was born with Down syndrome, doctors in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, where her family lived, predicted a bleak future for the little girl. That was more…
A Mother’s Mission
One thing Jenny Wade has learned from being the mother of a child with special needs is never under-estimate your own power. You might surprise yourself. That’s…
Step by Step
One look at Dale, and you’d never guess that he was once overweight and suffering from high cholesterol. The 52-year-old is fit, active and enthusiastic about life….