We also provide support in areas such as social and interpersonal skills, decision making, cooking, home management, money handling, self-care, and safety in and out of the home. Our goal is to empower individuals with disabilities to live as independently as possible while receiving the support they need to thrive.
If you or a loved one is in need of disability services in Missouri, we encourage you to learn more about our Individualized Supported Living program. Our team is here to help you or your loved one live a fulfilling life and achieve your goals for independence. Contact us today to learn more about our programs and how we can support you.
In this program, you will participate in a variety of formal and informal community activities of your choice, interests, preference, gifts and strengths that may include, but are not limited to leisure or recreations activities, social events/clubs, organized worship or spiritual activities, cultural activities, pre- vocational activities, volunteerism in various community sites, health and wellness activities, among others.
The desired outcomes for our CN program will be identified by your ISP team through a person- centered planning process and may include increased community participation, increased independence, increased interdependence, greater quality of life and skill development, among others.
Please see our Individual Supported Handbook for more information about our ISL and Community Support Services programs.
Respite services can be provided in the individual’s
home or in the community and can include recreational and/or educational activities. For individuals who are unable to care for themselves on a short-term basis because of the absence or need for relief of parents and/or guardian. If the service includes overnight care, it MUST be provided in the individual’s place of residence.
Service can be provided in the home or community allowing the goal to determine the appropriate environment. Gives assistance to individuals in acquiring life skills necessary for independent living and achieving maximum independence in their home and community
Goal for this service is for the individual to manage his or her household and access services in the community more independently.
The SB does not do these tasks for the individual/DR but provides information and assistance in order for the employer
to fulfill their employer related responsibilities. The goal for everyone in SDS is to move towards ‘no assistance needed’.
Day program activities and programs are developed with the individuals’ needs and desires in mind. Day Program services include but are not limited to; skill acquisition and enhancement in the areas of social and interpersonal skills, decision making, cooking, home management, money handling, recreation/leisure, self-care and safety in and out of the home.
The purpose of respite care is to provide planned relief to the customary caregiver and is not intended to be permanent placement. Out of Home Respite is a service used on a short-term basis due to the absence or need for relief of those who normally provide care for the individual. Out of Home Respite is limited to no more than 60 days annually unless a written exception is granted from the Division of DD Regional Office Director or designee. The 60 days may be consecutive, unless the service is provided in an ICF/ID or State Habilitation Center. Out of Home Respite provided in an ICF/ID or State Habilitation Center cannot exceed 30 days. The total limit of Out of Home Respite is six months. Any settings where individuals will be served for over 60 days must comply with federal HCB Settings requirements at 42 CFR 441.301(c)(4)-(5). The Out of Home respite service is a temporary service and requires a hard limit to the exception amount.
Other Services Offered by Mid-MO
- 24-hour support from Direct Support Professionals for ISL services (depending on the desired staffing pattern).
- Transportation provided for activities, appointments, and work in Mid-Missouri’s vehicles.
- Assistance with accessing Oats Bus and Para- transit/Public Transportation.
- Training and modeling for self-care, communication skills, and social skills development.
- Support for self-advocacy.
- Regular community outings and activities.
- Encouragement and modeling for making life choices and taking responsibility.
- Assistance with nutrition, wellness, and fitness programs.
- Help with planning and cooking nutritious meals, doing laundry, and money management.
- Support for exploring individuality, relationships, and sexuality.
- Assistance with accessing community resources.
- Other assistance as desired by you and/or your guardian.