Beyond Interpreting, MO SSP Program PO Box 154, Oregon, MO 64473 660-491-0146 (V/T/FT) Hours: 8:00-5:00pm (M-F) The MO Support Service Provider (SSP) Program is a grant funded Program, established by the Missouri Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (MCDHH), that provides DeafBlind(DB) individuals optimal opportunities to access their community and live autonomously through guidance, environmental information, and basic communication assistance by use of a skilled SSP. Touch, equality, choices, and understanding are values that the individuals within the program respect and appreciate. Availability: The Program is funded through a grant between July - June, annually; this fiscal year, services are available to those eligible until June 6, 2021. Program eligibility: proof of progressive hearing and vision loss, MO resident for a minimum of 1 year prior to intake, and age 15 years or older. Services include: receiving environmental information, basic communication assistance, public and/or private transportation assistance, and physical guidance from a Program SSP in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings. Participant-directed services: DB participant requests directly with their preferred SSPs, contract between participant and provider is required for Program paid services, and completed outings are confirmed to Beyond by participant. Geographic area served: Missouri, statewide. Fee: free. Intake and training are free while SSP services are paid through Program funds. Participants might experience fees for transportation services upfront; however, reimbursement is available with proper documentation. The MO SSP Program is constantly seeking SSPs. Eligibility: age 18 years or older, basic DB cultural knowledge, comfortable communication skills, internet and email access, valid driver's license, and background screening fulfillment. Fee: screening is paid through Program funds. Specialized training is free. Geographic areas in need: Missouri, statewide. Central Missouri Regional Office 900 West Nifong Blvd., Suite 200, Columbia, MO 65203anita.cline@dmh.mo.gov Hours: 8-5 pm Monday through Friday Services: Case management for mentally and developmentally disabled persons; residential placement; independent living services; therapy; vocational/educational programs; evaluations; consultations Eligibility: No age/ income requirements must be developmentally disabled with mental disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, or learning disability Fees: Sliding scale Claim Program (Medicare issues) 200 N. Keene St. Columbia, MO 65201 (573) 817-8300 or (800) 390-3330 Fax: (573) 817-8341 Hours: 9-4 pm Monday through Friday Services: Counseling for Medicare beneficiaries and their families regarding Medicare issues Eligibility: Individuals over 65 or disabled and Medicare eligible, and their family members, care givers, or authorized representatives Fees: None DeafLEAD (formerly The L.E.A.D. Institute) 2505 W. Ash, Columbia, MO 65203 Phone: Voice/TTY (573)445-5005 Videophone: (573) 303-5604 Missouri Crisis/Text Line: (573)445-5035 or 888-761-4357 or text HAND to 839863 Deaf Crisis Line: 321-800-3323 or text HAND to 839863 FAX: 573-445-5088 Hours: 9:00-5:00 Monday-Friday, Crisis Line 24 hours Services: Provide education, advocacy, crisis intervention, counseling, and other direct services for deaf, hard of hearing, deaf/blind, and late-deafened individuals and families; Missouri Crisis Hotline/Text Line; Deaf Crisis Videophone Hotline, sign language classes for all ages; deaf culture training to agencies; Teen Institute (camp for deaf and hard of hearing youth) teaches alcohol and drug abuse prevention, HIV/AIDS awareness, and other issues facing youth; free counseling for hearing and deaf individuals and their families who are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, rape, incest and child abuse, free 24-hour crisis interpreting for Deaf victims of crime.Fee: Sign language classes – call for current fee Eligibility: Services provided as needed Easter Seals Midwest - Autism Services 918 Bernadette Dr., Columbia, MO 65203 573-874-3777 Fax: 573-874-3880http://www.eastersealsmidwest.org/ Variety of training and education workshops for parents and professionals with the focus on Autism spectrum disorders, group activities, family supports, and individual therapies are offered for eligible families; assists schools in 49 counties with assistance and educational needs for their students. Hearing Aid Distribution Program - State of Missouri 573-526-5205 or toll free 855-783-3177 https://mcdhh.mo.gov/hadp/?fbclid=IwAR3VhocIbZAvDPNMG32jaV4vykSODJ-kZfuOHNBku_RDTqHZDWiI-79KeBwThe Missouri Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (MCDHH) has a new Hearing Aid Distribution Program for low-income Missourians. Interested applicants may direct questions to Kristin Funk, Hearing Healthcare Program Manager, at Kristin.funk@mcdhh.mo.gov or (573) 526-5205 / Toll Free 855-783-3177. Hearing Aid Helpline (International) 800-521-5247 How to Make a Home More User-Friendly for Deaf or Hard of Hearing People MPACT (Missouri Parents Act) A statewide advocacy, information, and resource organization serving children with disabilities, their families, and consumers. 800-743-7634 Moniteau County SB 40 Board 1509 Industrial Park Drive, California, MO 65018 573-796-6131 Fax 573-796-2609 Mission Statement To provide person-centered services to individuals with developmental disabilities who reside in Moniteau County so that they may achieve the highest quality of life through encouraging community interactions, self-determinations, and advocating for individual choice to ensure the health, safety, and desires of those served by partnering with individuals, families, governmental agencies, and communities. Moniteau County Health Center 401 S. Francis Street, California, MO 65018 573-796-3412 Fax: 573-796-8364 Hours: Monday-Friday 8a.m. - 5p.m. Medical clinics, Immunizations, treatment of communicable diseases, lead poisoning prevention, family planning, women's health services, copies of vital records, environmental health services, WIC, water and food inspections, and more. Missouri Division of Vocational Rehabilitation 1500 A. South Ridge Drive Jefferson City, MO 65109 573-751-2343 Fax: 573-526-4474 https://dese.mo.gov/adult-learning-rehabilitation-services/vocational-rehabilitationMORE Group (Missouri Rehabilition and Employment Group) 1401 South West Blvd., Ste. 101, Jefferson City, MO 65109 573-635-6621 Fax: 573-635-6623https://moregroup.org This agency promotes individualized, quality services, resulting in successful relationships between persons with disabilities and businesses. MORE Group, operating as a private community rehabilitation provider, shall provide 1) access and delivery of services to persons with disabilities and other employment barriers and 2) employment, compensation be it rate of pay or fringe benefits, job-related training, career advancement, demotion, transfer, and other conditions of employment to eligible or qualified individuals. |
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