by rhiles | Aug 2, 2023 | Uncategorized
The people, families, team, and Board of Directors of Progressive Community Services (PCS) have a long history of advancing our vision to build “an inclusive community where all people have value.” As you will see in this Annual Report, PCS stakeholders continue to...
by rhiles | Jul 19, 2023 | Impact Stories, Uncategorized
DJ first came to PCS in 2017, newly diagnosed with Autism. He was struggling in school and his parents were concerned about his social anxiety. When he transitioned to middle school, his Support Coordinator encouraged him to lead his own IEP meeting. Despite how...
by cwhite | Apr 28, 2020 | Family Navigation, Rights and Advocacy, Services and Supports
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 and questions...
by cwhite | Oct 21, 2019 | Uncategorized
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...