Autism and Developmental Disabilities Services
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For too long, people with disabilities could not save for the future out of fear of losing needed government benefits. The disability community fought long and hard to change this, and together we’ve come up with a solution. A STABLE account through MO ABLE is a way for Missourians to save for qualified expenses, invest for future needs, and keep the benefits you rely on every day.
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201 West Capitol Avenue
Jefferson City, MO 65219
M-F 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
(573) 751-4943
Email: yvonne.rydman@treasurer.mo.gov
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BlueSprig Columbia’s goal is to help your child reach their full potential. We proudly serve Boone County from the Twin Lakes area. The team at our Columbia center is completely dedicated to your child’s care, utilizing evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment strategies to help children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) increase communication, develop independence, and learn important life skills.
BlueSprig accepts most major insurance plans, and our team is devoted to helping you navigate the terms of your insurance policy. If your child needs care in the greater Boone County area, BlueSprig Columbia can help.
2620 Forum Blvd., Suite E
Columbia, MO 65023
(573) 514-8735
Hours: M-F, 8 am - 6 pm
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South Hampton Place provides a broad assortment of in-house services to meet almost every need imaginable. These include Skilled Nursing Care, Physical and Occupational Therapies, Dietitians, Behavioral and Alzheimer’s Care, Activities, Hospice and a variety of others all under the watchful eyes of Physician Medical Directors.
4700 Brandon Woods, Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 874-3674
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Updated on: January 17, 2024
Developed in partnership between Americare Senior Living and The University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing, TigerPlace senior living has been the site of groundbreaking research that has the potential to extend the life of senior adults. It’s also been the retirement address of choice for those who want a warm, home-like atmosphere with all the bells and whistles.
2910 Bluff Creek Drive
Columbia, MO 65201
573-355-9676
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Individuals with disabilities and their families
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Provides a choice and support for individuals seeking independence from the traditional provider-based system.
(817) 211-3738
Email: customerservice@acumen2.net
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Services Offered: Behavioral Health Services including:
• Therapy for Children and Adults
• Psychiatry for Children and Adults
• Psychological Assessment/Testing for Children and Adults
Open Access: To be connected with behavioral health services at Compass Health, you can walk-in to the Berrywood Clinic at 3501 Berrywood Drive, anytime Mon-Fri 8 AM- 4 PM, for an initial assessment. This is a thorough intake process and can take up to an hour.
1000 W. Nifong Bldg. 6, Suite 220B
Columbia, MO 65203
To schedule an appointment: 844-853-8937
The goal of Central Missouri Therapy SPOT is to create a natural environment through which children and young adults can improve communication abilities, as well as gross/fine motor skills, cognition, social emotional, independence in self help skills with same age peers and caregivers through structured play and or therapeutic activities in order to prepare themselves to be successful in mainstream classrooms, with peers and in life.
4812 Santana Circle
Columbia, MO 65203
573-514-3525
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Cedar Creek was founded in 1988 and provides comprehensive equine assisted therapy to more than 150 individuals per year. Each Spring, Summer and Fall, hundreds of community members come to Cedar Creek to volunteer their time to be part of the therapy team. All classes include instructors that are certified by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH).
4895 E Hwy 163 Columbia, MO 65201 573-875-8556
Email: cedarcreektrc@gmail.com
Offers specialized therapeutic horseback riding lessons for children and adults with disabilities.
Fees vary.
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The Thompson Center for Autism & Neurodevelopment is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to clinical service, research, and training to improve the lives of individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. In one central location, this unique collaboration of schools and colleges at the University of Missouri brings together experts from many disciplines to continuously build on the services we offer.
(573) 884-6052
Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm
Email: thompsoncenter@missouri.edu
Main Building: 205 Portland Street, Columbia, MO 65211
Therapy Clinic & Research and Training Center: 200 Keene Street, Columbia, MO 65211
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As a non-profit organization, UCP Heartland Child Development Center provides its high-quality services at costs that are affordable to families in need.
The CDC Program is a licensed and accredited early care and education center that offers a unique environment where young children of all abilities learn together. Our collaborative development center includes early intervention and education, active learning and nurturing relationships. Visit website. Contact weiselC@ucpheartland.org.
Our Autism Services Program, based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles, will provide high quality therapy using evidenced-based practices in a setting where the environment becomes a learning tool. Visit website. Contact autismservices@ucpheartland.org.
Our team creates individualized plans to develop and improve communication and social skills while troubleshooting problem behaviors. Our services include parent training, family support groups, and community-integration.
918 Bernadette Drive
Columbia, MO 65203
573-874-3777
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CMSE’s mission includes providing meaningful work experiences to persons with disabilities who might not otherwise have the opportunity to work and be productive citizens. The steady growth and success of CMSE over its 50 years of service to the businesses and industries of Central Missouri can be largely attributed to its workforce of 130 dedicated employees. Our employees carry a great sense of pride in their jobs. For our customers, this enthusiasm and commitment translate into high-quality workmanship, greater product reliability, fast, dependable deliveries, and economic service.
The professional staff at CMSE works side-by-side with our workforce to assure the highest levels of quality control in our finished products. Our staff members take part in the same managerial functions as other managers in business and industry including employee supervision, adherence to production schedules and deadlines, and employee encouragement and motivation.
CMSE represents a flexible, low-cost alternative to performing labor-intensive projects in-house. We provide our customers with an extensive array of services.
4040 S Bearfield Road
Columbia, MO 65202
573-442-6935
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The Division of Developmental Disabilities serves a population that has developmental disabilities such as intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, head injuries, autism, epilepsy, and certain learning disabilities. Such conditions must have occurred before age 22. To be eligible for services from the Division, persons with these disabilities must be substantially limited in their ability to function independently.
900 W Nifong Blvd, Suite 200
Columbia, MO 65203
573-441-6278
888-671-1041
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Boone County Family Resources serves persons of all ages and income levels with a diagnosed developmental disability who reside in Boone County. Services include: a supported living residential program, vocational and practical living skills development program, and family & community living support with service coordination and purchased supports. To apply for services, contact Central Missouri Regional Office of the Missouri Department of Mental Health. 900 West Nifong Blvd Suite 200 Columbia, MO 65203. Phone: (573) 441-6278;Toll Free: (888) 671-1041.
2700 W Ash Street Columbia, MO 65203 573-874-1995 880-359-4607
Email: info@bcfr.org
Adults and children with developmental disabilities; adult job seekers with disabilities
Content updated Sept. 9. 2024
Impact Support Services provides the following programs for adults and children with disabilities in Boone County, Missouri: Residential Services, Day Program, Youth Services, Community and Family Services, and Career Services.
1605 Chapel Hill Road, Ste. B
Columbia, MO 65203
573-474-9446
Hours: 8am- 4:30 pm
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Woodhaven is not an institution. We are a community. We are a team of real people; working together to help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities succeed. We’re passionate about our work. We are on a mission to change people’s lives by empowering them to find and achieve success on their own terms. Our work is not about doing things for the people we support, but about giving them the opportunity to do things for themselves, while maintaining a safe environment where they can thrive. You can check out our many programs and services at woodhaventeam.org.
Link to programs and services in Columbia.
1405 Hathman Place
Columbia, MO 65201
573-875-6181
Email: info@woodhaventeam.org
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KVC Missouri is a nonprofit that strengthens families, prevents child abuse and neglect, and helps people achieve mental health wellness. We provide a continuum of services that support children and families experiencing a range of life struggles and equip them with skills and resources to live a healthier and happier life.
Please see Love Columbia staff for a referral form.
409 Vandiver West Bldg. 6 Suite 100 & 102A Columbia, MO 65202
4304 S. Bearfield Road Columbia, MO 65201