Please join us for a discussion and Q&A about planning your estate and financial strategies to care for your loved one with a disability. We’ll be joined by two experts: Nikki Mitchell, J.D., CELA, attorney and owner of Mitchell, Brown & Associates and Sarah Vehige, CFP, ChSNC, financial advisor with Edward Jones.
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Building Dignity of Risk: The Impact of Choice on Quality of Life for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
There is dignity in making choices, accepting the associated risks, and learning from those choices—a concept called Dignity of Risk. In relation to supporting adults with developmental disabilities, Dignity of Risk is a person-centered framework that promotes self-determination. It is about supporting the person to make the decisions that they want to make, while staying safe. Based on findings from academic literature, this presentation will cover what Dignity of Risk is, how it is connected to quality of life, and suggestions for how to support it.
Pathway to Success: A Transition Resource Event
Families and students of all ages who are impacted by a disability are invited to attend this FREE event! Participants will have the opportunity to engage with experts and learn about the various agencies that provide support during the transition process for students and young adults.
April Events Calendar
April is World Autism Month and the Thompson Center has lots of events planned to celebrate! Keep track of all of our World Autism Month activities for patients, families, andContinue reading “April Events Calendar”
Mastering Autonomy Through The Transition Into Adulthood
How many desire seeing people on the autism spectrum master autonomy as adults? Transition and adulthood combined are a tall task for many people. Many folks on the autism spectrum have struggled with mastering autonomy through the Transition into Adulthood. Mr. Durany will share about his experiences mastering autonomy through the Transition into Adulthood. He will breakdown what it takes to master autonomy through various phases of adulthood.
20th Anniversary Coloring Pages: Download & Print Now!
Join us in celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Thompson Center with these special coloring pages! Share your artwork with us by posting a photo on social media and taggingContinue reading “20th Anniversary Coloring Pages: Download & Print Now!”
2024 Year In Review
Take a look back on all of the amazing things our team has accomplished and celebrated together this year!
Sensory-Friendly Area at Mizzou Homecoming Parade
Sensory-friendly bags will available, complete with over-the-ear headphones, ear plugs, and fun sensory toys to help make the parade more comfortable for everyone. The bags are also perfect for collecting candy and goodies along the way!
Trick or Treat at the Thompson Center
All Thompson Center patients and their families are welcome! Wear a Halloween costume or come in regular clothes! Please bring your own bag to collect Halloween treats.
New Building Topping Out Ceremony
On August 23, the Thompson Center celebrated the topping out of their new building at the South Providence Medical Park. This ceremony signifies the placement of the last structural beamContinue reading “New Building Topping Out Ceremony”