March 1 kicks off Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, and for our latest episode of #BuildingBuchanan, we wanted to highlight the experience of individuals living with developmental disabilities in our area. In this episode, Colette spoke with Kelly Derks, who is … Continuado
SUPPORT COORDINATOR position now available at Progressive Community Services. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week), working Monday – Friday in and out of the office primarily from 8 am to 5 pm. Qualified candidates must possess a … Continuado
UCP’s Annual Heart of America Chili Challenge will be held virtually on March 7th, 2021. This fun-filled day has packed the Civic Arena for 34 years with dedicated chili-cooking contestants and a huge public crowd. This year due to COVID-19 … Continuado
This month is an important one. December is Human Rights Month, which encompasses some noteworthy dates that highlight the importance of protecting and promoting rights – especially for people with disabilities. https://www.un.org/en/observances/day-of-persons-with-disabilitiesInternational Day of Persons with Disabilities
In this episode, Colette spoke with Jen Gentry, who is the Community Mental Health Liaison with the Northwest Missouri Crisis Intervention Council. We invited Jen as a guest on the Building Buchanan podcast because she came up during the interview … Continuado
IRS issues final ruling on ABLE Accounts
In this episode, Colette interviewed Courtney Alsup and David Rotert, both parents of children with disabilities and Partners in Policymaking graduates. She talked to them about their experience completing their final project for Partners, which took them on a journey … Continuado
Eligible non-profit organizations serving Buchanan County residents with developmental disabilities are hereby given notice that Progressive Community Services will be accepting applications for the receipt of 2021 Buchanan County Tax Levy Funds until 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 6, 2020. Contact … Continuado
In this episode, Colette sat down and spoke with Jess Gould. Jess is the Youth Services Department Manager at the East Hills Library, a branch of the St. Joseph Public Library system. In this interview, Jess shared a little bit … Continuado
In the latest episode of the Building Buchanan podcast, Colette spoke with Brian Myers, local entrepreneur and St. Joseph city council member about everything from coming of age to poverty to how you can support local businesses during the Covid-19 … Continuado
National Disability Institute (NDI), which manages the ABLE National Resource Center, has launched the #ResilientPwD text messaging campaign to deliver information, tips and interventions to people with disabilities and chronic health conditions. The texts, which are available by signing up … Continuado
In the first part of Episode 5 on the Building Buchanan podcast, Colette sat down with Kelly Henry to get her take on the Coronavirus crisis that has changed life as we know it. She shared her family’s experience with … Continuado
In the latest episode of the Building Buchanan podcast, Colette sat down with Kelly Henry to get her take on the Coronavirus crisis that has changed life as we know it. Kelly recently wrote an amazing piece on her … Continuado
In the next episode of the Building Buchanan podcast, Colette sat down with Kelly Henry to get her take on the Coronavirus crisis that has changed life as we know it. Kelly is a social-organizational psychologist at Missouri Western State … Continuado
We know your days are busy, but you won’t want to miss this! Listen as LeAndra provides great info. from the St. Joseph School District as well as tips and resources on classroom setup to IEPs, helping educators understand your … Continuado
The first IEP (Individualized Education Program) meeting can be stressful for parents. They have learned their student has a learning disability and most likely have so many questions, fearful of what the future holds. The link below focuses on concerns … Continuado
We are super excited for you to hear from our next guest on the Building Buchanan Podcast, Mr. Brian Myers! Saint Joseph native Brian Myers was kicked out of Savannah High School in 1996. He went on to have a … Continuado
A pair of children’s television shows are set to highlight the experiences of those with autism. The Disney Junior series “Fancy Nancy” and HBO’s “Sesame Street” will both air episodes this week centered around characters with the developmental disorder. The … Continuado
Episode 03 of the Building Buchanan Podcast is now available for your listening pleasure! “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.”- Mr. Rogers In this episode, Matt Kneib, police officer with the St. … Continuado
UPDATED 5-11-2020!Progressive Community Services offices are closed to the public until further notice, but phones are being answered. Our main number, 816-364-3827, will be answered Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. If you need to contact your … Continuado
In this episode, Colette sat down with Tara Stoll, recent transplant from Buchanan county to Oregon, where she is leading the way to a more inclusive community, both by personal example and in her career. In this episode, Tara and … Continuado
Meet Tara Stoll! Originally from Northern Missouri, Tara is a recent transplant to Southern Oregon where she works as a Family Network Facilitator and Executive Director of The Arc Jackson County. With a degree in Communication Studies, Tara has a … Continuado
We are beyond excited to announce the debut of our very own podcast, Building Buchanan. The Building Buchanan podcast is a platform for sharing the stories of visionaries that are helping push social change forward, here and across the nation. In our first … Continuado
There is often confusion about what options are available for students who are not making progress in school and/or who have barriers to learning. Whether the issue surrounds academic difficulties, physical disabilities, learning disabilities, social and/or behavioral disorders, or mental … Continuado
On Friday, October 18, 2019, the Missouri Association of Counties with Developmental Disabilities Services (MACDDS) presented Lynn Smith, former executive director of Progressive Community Services, with a Lifetime Achievement Award at their annual conference. Lynn’s journey with Progressive Community Services … Continuado
LOOK! Available now – Two bedroom accessible apartment at Keystone Place, 3812 Pickett Road, St. Joseph MO. Qualifying households must meet income and program requirements. The apartment has the following accommodations: central air, appliances, phone and cable hookups, laundry facilities, … Continuado
Last week, staff from Progressive Community Services appeared at the 2019 Engage Innovation Summit, hosted by the St. Joseph School District on September 27, 2019 at Central High School. The event featured a keynote address, dozens of teacher-led breakout sessions and … Continuado
PCS tiene el honor de dar la bienvenida al legendario Jonathan Martinis para aprender sobre la toma de decisiones con apoyo como una alternativa a la tutela y cómo utilizar la toma de decisiones con apoyo en la vida cotidiana en la APLICACIÓN DE DECISIONES APOYADA en LifeSpan Cuándo: 8 de octubre de 2019 Continuado
¡Progressive Community Services se complace en anunciar nuestras últimas noticias! Hoy, nos gustaría presentarle a nuestra nueva Directora Ejecutiva, Heather Weddle. Lea el comunicado de prensa a continuación para obtener los detalles. SERVICIOS COMUNITARIOS PROGRESIVOS CONTRATAN NUEVO DIRECTOR EJECUTIVO ... Continuado
El viernes 9 de agosto de 2019, jóvenes de todo el Condado de Buchanan se reunieron en Progressive Community Services para nuestro tercer evento anual del Día BUENO (Objetivos, Oportunidades, Opciones y Decisiones). Creemos que fue realmente un gran día! Quince (15) estudiantes fueron ... Continuado
¡Nos complace anunciar que nuestro Informe Anual de 2018 ya está disponible para su visualización! Los aspectos más destacados incluyen: las personas que apoyamos de un vistazo Acreditación de CQL Progresivo de la Comunidad Servicios Cronología de 40 años BUEN día Curso de litigios para los nuevos navegadores que dan la bienvenida a los mapas ... Continuado
Las estadísticas son alarmantes. Los adultos con discapacidades intelectuales / de desarrollo (I / DD) están sufriendo abusos verbales, fiscales, físicos y sexuales. El abuso es frecuente y generalizado, ocurre de muchas maneras y ocurre repetidamente a las víctimas con todo tipo de discapacidades. y ... Continuado
No se pierda esta gran oportunidad de escuchar en la oficina del Tesorero del Estado de Missouri, Scott Fitzpatrick, hablar sobre los beneficios de tener una cuenta MO ABLE, cómo esto no afecta sus beneficios actuales, qué gastos están cubiertos y mucho más. Continuado
Si ha escuchado acerca de Charting the LifeCourse y está interesado en aprender más, únase a nosotros aquí el viernes 12 de julio al mediodía para saber cómo puede aplicarse a su vida de diversas maneras.
Después de más de 30 años en Progressive Community Services, la Directora Ejecutiva Lynn Smith se retirará el 31 de julio de 2019. Smith comenzó a trabajar con PCS en 1988 y fue promovida a Directora Ejecutiva en 1998. "Pienso en el trabajo ... Continuado
¡Mira este video! Peter Leidy: realmente no lo seguirá en persona, ¡pero puede obtener capacitación y videos en línea de Open Future Learning donde quiera que vaya! ¿Interesado? Llámenos aquí en PCS y podemos obtener ... Continuado
Esta es una gran oportunidad para establecer contactos con otros padres mientras discutimos los cambios que vienen con las transiciones. Traiga su almuerzo si lo desea! Jueves, 25 de abril, 11:00 am Servicios Comunitarios Progresivos 1620 N. Woodbine Rd., St. Joseph MO para… Continuado
Progressive Community Services actualmente tiene una vacante para el puesto de Coordinador de Apoyo. Para aplicar, vaya a: https://www.indeedjobs.com/progressive-community-services/jobs/06ceec6b3703f6982b62
Organizaciones comunitarias y empresas de todo St. Joseph se asociaron para organizar el Día de habilidades de transición en Empower U el jueves 28 de marzo de 2019. Casi 50 estudiantes con discapacidades de las escuelas secundarias de St. Joseph se reunieron en este espacio innovador y creativo para ... Continuado
Únase a nosotros el 28 de marzo de 9 am a 3 pm en Empower U por un día para pensar en el empleo, las metas educativas y la planificación para el futuro. Las discusiones incluirán: - Trazar el Curso de Vida - Construir una visión para un ... Continuado
PCS organiza un evento GRATUITO de tecnología y lo invita a visitar a las familias que usan tecnología y aplicaciones todos los días. Nuestros oradores compartirán cómo han integrado trucos tecnológicos en sus vidas para proporcionar independencia, ... Continuado
Progressive Community Services ha sido galardonado con la acreditación de excelencia centrada en la persona de cuatro años de CQL - The Council on Quality and Leadership. Este premio confirma que la organización adopta soluciones centradas en la persona para mejorar la calidad de vida de las personas que reciben apoyos y servicios. ... Continuado
A lo largo del mes de abril, celebramos la Semana de Concientización sobre el Autismo, una campaña mundial para promover la concientización y la aceptación del autismo y para llamar la atención sobre aquellos con un diagnóstico de autismo, alentar a los amigos y colaboradores a convertirse en socios en el movimiento hacia la aceptación y ... Continuado
El programa Missouri Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) fue lanzado en 2017 por el tesorero del estado de Missouri Eric Schmitt. El programa ABLE de Missouri ofrece cuentas de ahorro libres de impuestos para los residentes de Missouri con discapacidades. Estas cuentas no tienen un impacto negativo en ... Continuado
¿Qué significa eso exactamente: crear la mejor vida? ¿Ser rico, más vacaciones, más “cosas”? En una palabra: NO. Piense en crear una vida de felicidad, salud y éxito con la ayuda de familiares, amigos y apoyos externos. Si … Continuado
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