Recursos
Navigating life with a developmental disability can be challenging. We have collected resources for you, organized by life domains. Below that is a list of resources we commonly recommend to individuals and families.
Recursos por edad
Niñez temprana
3 - 5 años
La edad escolar
Age
5 - 13 años
Transición a la edad adulta
14 - 21 años
La edad adulta
22 - 60 años
La tercera edad
60 - 110 años
Resources by Life Domain
Vida cotidiana y empleo
Community Living
Healthy Living
Safety & Security
Advocacy & Engagement
Featured Resources
The Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities provides services for individuals with developmental disabilities such as intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism, and epilepsy. Such conditions must have occurred before age 22 and be considered lifelong in duration. Service eligibility also requires the disability to have serious impact on multiple areas of functioning. The Division’s Regional Office in this area is the Albany Regional Office (660-726-5246).
Missouri Assistive Technology offers a variety of programs for individuals with disabilities or for individuals experiencing age related changes. Each program plays a role in finding the right match for the individual. Their demonstration centers are great locations to see, try and learn about devices. Agencies and individuals might consider borrowing a device through their ETC program as an option to try out a device. Their TAP, Show Me Loans, KAT and ATR programs are potential sources for acquiring devices.
The St. Joseph Public Library not only offers a vast collection of books, magazines, and digital media, it also hosts social and educational programs for all ages. It is a community treasure.
Charting the LifeCourse is designed to be used for your own life, for your family members, or in the work you do. The framework and tools will help you organize your ideas, vision, and goals, as well as problem-solve, navigate, and advocate for supports.
Missouri Family to Family is a free statewide resource center staffed by experts with lived experience that provide tools, resources, training, and peer support to people with disabilities, their families and supporters.
More Resources
Explorar sus derechos en empleo, vivienda, servicios y más
Learn about key laws and regulations that support your rights
Tomar cursos virtuales de temas comunes que tratan de vida con una discapacidad
Conseguir herramientas para planear por una vida buena
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