The DDRB shares announcements, upcoming conferences and time sensitive information to help families remain connected with their community and have access to current best practices in the field of developmental disabilities.
Updated Parent’s Guide to Special Education
The MO Office of Special Education has released its updated version of “The Parent’s Guide to Special Education in Missouri” to help clarify the special education process.
This resource was developed to assist parents and professionals to become more informed and effective in the special education process to benefit students with disabilities in Missouri.
This guide can be found any time under our Parent Resources tab, Resource Publications.
July 20th Board Meeting CANCELLED
The July 20, 2017 board meeting has been CANCELLED. The next board meeting is scheduled for August 17, 2017.
DDRB FY18 Funding Edition Now Available
The FY18 Funding Edition provides a break-out, by agency, describing each program funded by the DDRB in Fiscal Year 2018, including the contracted amount. This publication is also available in the Parent Resources section under Planning Guides on this website.
This publication provides a break-out, by agency, describing each program funded by the DDRB for Fiscal Year 2018, including the contracted amount.
New Resource! A Self-Advocate’s Guide to Medicaid
The Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) announced the release of a plain language toolkit, A Self-Advocate’s Guide to Medicaid.
The toolkit is the third in a series of accessible policy and advocacy resources that ASAN is releasing this year. These resources equip self-advocates to participate in important conversations about their lives and the services they rely on. You can find this and other resource publications at: http://www.ddrb.org/developmental-disability-resources-st-charles/step-by-step-guides/developmental-disability-guide-books/
End of Session Legislative Update
The 2017 legislative session is finished. Bills that were Truly Agreed To and Finally Passed will be signed by the Speaker of the House and the Senate President Pro Tem before being sent to the Governor for his consideration. As usually occurs, some bills included in the Legislative Update were incorporated into other bills that this document does not include. You can see a list of all Truly Agreed To and Finally Passed bills and what is included in each at http://www.senate.mo.gov/17info/BTS_Web/TrulyAgreed.aspx?SessionType=R.
Mental Health Resources
Mental Health of America of Eastern Missouri has an expansive website of mental health articles and resources. This document provides links to a sampling of what’s on their site. You can subscribe to their weekly newsletter at:
http://www.mha-em.org/get-news-you-can-use.html
Legislative Session Ends in 2 Weeks Here’s the Latest Update
Only two weeks remain in the 2017 Legislative Session. There is one week left before the appropriations bill deadline. Early this week conference committees will continue to work on reaching compromises between the House and Senate versions in the hope of having the budget passed by both chambers by the deadline.
40th Year Anniversary Celebration Today 04/05/17
Join us today, April 5, 2017 from 4:00-8:00 PM at the DDRB office as we celebrate 40 years of ensuring that individuals with developmental disabilities have quality opportunities and choices to be fully included in society. In addition to the celebration we will have a brief program at 6:00 PM.
All are welcome and we hope you can stop by to celebrate with us!
Legislators Return from Spring Break
Missouri legislators returned from spring break this week. Check out the latest Legislative Update.
Case Manager Job Opportunity
The Developmental Disabilities Resource Board of St. Charles County is seeking a Case Manager to work for individuals with developmental disabilities living in St. Charles County. This position is responsible for managing a multifaceted caseload and function as a lead person in coordinating and assisting individuals/families in developing specialized services.
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Special Education, Social Work, Nursing or a related field. A minimum of 2 years experience as a member of a multi-disciplinary team that supports individuals with developmental disabilities is required. Send resume, references and salary history to:
Robyn Peyton
rpeyton@ddrb.org
1025 Country Club Road
St. Charles, MO 63303
Deadline for consideration is April 15, 2017. All inquires are confidential. No phone calls please.
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