Travels with Louise
Once you meet her, you will never forget Louise. She has an unexpected charm that leaves you smiling from the inside out. At first, her deadpan humor…
Healthy Choices
Barb had become a couch potato, and junk food was her solace. Worse yet, her habits led to hyper-tension and diabetes, and she felt sluggish and self-conscious…
Life is Good
Sara is determined to make a life for herself. She’s worked hard to acquire skills and to achieve the simple things most of us take for granted….
Independent with Grace
Leaving home and moving into an apartment is a big step for most young adults. That rite of passage can be especially challenging for twentysomethings who have…
Attitude Makes the Difference
No matter how tough life gets or how many doors might close in her face, Jessica knows that the secret to perseverance is a positive attitude. The…
A Cat Tale
You might say Frances saved Angel. After all, she adopted Angel, a sweet-faced, black-and-white cat, from the Central Missouri Humane Society. But see them together, and you’ll…
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. …