Head over to our Who We Serve page to check out stories about some amazing individuals in Jefferson County. You can get there by clicking on either of the pictures above.
Our Transition Series contains fantastic stories about Hailey and Ben and what is in store for them as they navigate and plan for life after high school and college.
Have you seen our interview with STL & Me?
We would like to introduce you to some of the amazing individuals we serve at Developmental Disability Advocates.
Click on the pictures below to see their unique highlight video and read their stories.
What drives our organization?
Service Coordination
We help residents of Jefferson County with a developmental disability identify their strengths and needs, and goals for the future. We then create a plan together and link you to services and supports to accomplish your goals.
This is a community service provided at no cost for eligible individuals.
To be eligible for services from Developmental Disability Advocates Service Coordination, an individual must have a documented developmental disability, be age 3+ and live in Jefferson County.
Click on the button below to get more information about eligibility for services.
Alex
This Month's Shining Star
Alex is currently participating in the Pathway to Employment Program at Mercy Hospital Jefferson. According to Caryn Wright, his supervisor-“Alex’s favorite part of the job is serving customers in the cafeteria. He has served breakfast and lunch items and always with a smile! He is well-known face at Mercy and always says hello to everyone. “
Alex enjoys cleaning the cafeteria (wiping down tables, stocking supplies), makes breakfast pizza, makes, and bags cookies, labels items, some food prep, and other various tasks in the kitchen/cafeteria. He is a good listener and follows the rules of the program. He also enjoys helping other people out. He eats pizza everyday for lunch. Alex said in 5 years, he sees himself working at the hospital with nurses.
St. Louis has been recognized as one of the best cities for individuals with disabilities!
A recent study done by wallethub.com ranks St. Louis in the top 5 cities in the U.S. for people with disabilities. The evaluation considered 180 cities and used 33 key indicators, including economic factors, quality of life, and healthcare services.
For more information, check out the full article here: wallethub.com/.../best-worst-cities-for.../7164
Today is #ShakeOut day! Be alert for a test notification at 10:17 AM from @USGS @ShakeAlert and remember to Drop, Cover, and Hold On wherever you are. Review your #earthquake preparedness and safety materials at ShakeOut.org/resources and share your experiences with us on social media!
Staff Appreciation Week is full of fun!! Yesterday our team received a pen and a story. The story was about making a difference. Our fantastic team works very hard to help individuals with disabilities get the things they need, achieve goals and live the life of their choosing. They truly make a difference! We appreciate them for all they do!
As Staff Appreciation Week continues......
Just in QUESO you didn't know, DD Advocates has an AWESOME team!!! Today was NACHO average day, it was NACHO BAR DAY!!
Thank you! It was delicious!
Thank you, it was delicious 😋
TODAY IS THE DAY!! Hope you can come out and see all the great vendors along with a Digital Days presentation from Missouri Assistive Technology.
