Celebrate with Us on May 26

BCFR to honor 40 years of service at special event

In 1976, the price of a gallon of gasoline was $.59, Apple Computer Company was founded by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, and Boone County citizens voted to approve a special property tax levy to support people with developmental disabilities. This proposition provided funding to create the Boone County Group Homes Board. One year later, Parkade House was opened providing a place to live for eight women with developmental disabilities. And that was only the beginning. Read more...

Affordable Housing Update

Boone County Family Resources is very happy to partner with others to expand the availability of affordable, universally designed housing for our community. Consistent with the agency’s mission, the new apartments will enhance opportunities for people with developmental disabilities to thrive, connect, and achieve. Read more...

Max Lewis Receives Award

Board member named a Mental Health Champion

Congratulations to BCFR Board Member, Max Lewis, who will be awarded the Missouri Mental Health Foundation‘s Mental Health Champion Award in June. The Award recognizes individuals living with a mental illness, developmental disability, or in recovery for substance abuse, who make a positive contribution to their community, exemplify commitment and vision, and whose actions have increased the potential for independence in others living with a mental health condition. Read more...

Employee Spotlight: Marni Ardrey

Meet Marni Ardrey, a Support Coordinator at Boone County Family Resources. Since 1990 she has held many roles at the agency such as Teacher Counselor and Site Supervisor in the Supported Living program. In 2001, she moved from Supported Living to Family & Community Living Support and began the role she has now as Support Coordinator for adults. Read more...

Guide to Summer Camps

Summer is just around the corner so we’ve put together a list of camps in Missouri and Kansas designed especially for individuals with disabilities. With so many choices, chances are there is one for you or a loved one. Read more...

New Design for BCFR Website