BCFR News & Stories

Life and Work Connections

A Special Recognition

A year ago members of the Arc of Missouri piled 5,000 shoes onto the floor of the State Capitol rotunda to represent the number of people with…

Supported Living

A Holiday to Remember

For most of us, spending time with friends and families is the highlight of our holidays. Nobody wants to be alone when it seems the rest of…

Support Coordination

Creating a Future Together

     If you want proof that early intervention can make all the difference for a child with a developmental disability and his family, you need look no…

Support Coordination

Pedal Power

Maureen had little hope that volunteers last summer with Lose The Training Wheels could teach her son how to ride a two-wheel bike. She’s thrilled to admit she was wrong. In less…

Support Coordination

Alex’s Road to Independence

What Nancy wants for her 12-year-old son is what most parents want for their children – a happy life and independence. Alex is happy, but for him, reaching…

Support Coordination

Tom’s Triumph

Tom has worked hard for his independence. When he was hired for a full-time job with benefits, Tom realized the advantages of participating in BCFR’s Life &…

Life and Work Connections

Tom’s Triumph

Tom has worked hard for his independence. When he was hired for a full-time job with benefits, Tom realized the advantages of participating in BCFR’s Life &…

Supported Living

Daniel’s Dream

Daniel has always wanted to be a police officer. Ask him what he wants to do for a living, and he’ll answer, “Stop the bad boys.” His…

Life and Work Connections

Norma’s Story

Every Monday through Friday, Norma Anderson oversees the “cat room” at the Central Missouri Humane Society. Sometimes she cleans cages. Other times she refills food bowls and…