Showing posts with label MCSDD. Show all posts
Showing posts with label MCSDD. Show all posts

Tuesday, July 25, 2017

GEAR UP FOR CAMP Y HERE!

Below, you'll find all the forms you'll need to fill out for our upcoming
Camp Yagattawanna!

To Print, simply:
1) Click the box with the arrow symbol in the upper right-hand portion of each document.
2) Click the Printer icon in the upper right hand portion of the page.
3) Follow your computer's printing instructions.

We're looking forward to having you at camp this year!!


Thursday, May 11, 2017

Come Walk With Us!

 

The Smile-A-Mile Buddy Walk

is Coming Up!!


Come join our annual event, in conjunction with The National Down Syndrome Society, to help raise community awareness for Down syndrome and other developmentally disabilities in Marion County!
On Saturday, June 10th, from 9a m-12 noon we'll be down at Nipper Park in down town Hannibal, where we'll be hosting crowds of families, care providers, and developmentally disabled individuals, as well as different area businesses, press, and local organizations, too. Together, we'll be walking one mile to help show our support and further awareness! While there, we'll also have live music, fresh BBQ, and various live entertainment, as well as an address from this year's keynote speaker from Reece's Rainbow!



Every cent raised goes to benefit MCSDD and NDSS's continuing efforts to help increase choice, respect, ability, and involvement for the developmentally disabled in Marion County.
See you there

Thursday, October 13, 2016

Work for MCSDD!

Hey, did you hear?


We're hiring!

See our Employment & Volunteer Tab (above) for more!

And while you're at it, help us spread the word - whether online or through word of mouth!




Tell a friend, will you?

Thanks!

Tuesday, October 11, 2016

The Results Are In:



Athletes Day Survey Results 2016

What sports would you like to compete in? (circle as many as you want)
·       basketball 23
·       relays 11
·       softball throw 22
·       frisbee throw 13
·       horseshoes 18
·       football toss 12
·       standing long jump 11

Do you prefer morning or afternoon for Athlete’s Day?(circle one)
·       morning 21
·       afternoon 5

Would you like to have competition, different games or both?(circle one)
·       competition 3
·       different games 3
·       both 19

Would you like to see health and safety booths at Athlete’s Day along with competing/games?
·       Yes 23
·       No 7

Please put any additional comments that would be helpful to us to make Athlete’s Day better?
 
- “I like coming to Athlete’s Day”

- “Bocce, volleyball, soccer”

- “Marion County Services are wonderful people who care about individuals with special abilities. They help many of all ages reach goals lots of community such as Athlete’s Day, dances, prom and camps. Thanks for doing all.”

Monday, August 15, 2016

Open Interview Call!!

Marion County Service 

Open Interview Call!

 

Taking place Thursday, March 23rd

at our 12 Northport office

in Hannibal, Missouri

from 5 - 7pm

Need a job?

~ Smiling Faces Welcome ~

-what we're hiring for:

  • Full Time Day Program staff

  • Full Time Residential Instructors

    • Part Time Residential Instructors

    • Part Time Community Integration staff 

Friday, August 12, 2016

FY '17 Grants Now Available



GRANT CYCLE IS NOW OPEN:


The FY2017 Grant Cycle is now open and ready to accept applications!  Marion County Services wants to support you in your needs.  Grant applications are now available at mcsdd.com. Eligible individuals and providers are able to complete the application and submit it to the administrative offices at 12 Northport Plaza in Hannibal, MO.

All applicants should be aware that funds are limited and the competition is great so please take the time to review the funding policy and procedure manual located with the application to determine if you are eligible for funding.  Take the first step and visit our website at mcsdd.com and download the necessary grant document to determine if you are eligible for a Marion County Services grant.

Grant cycle starts August 1st and will end October 14th.

Public Comments Welcome!



Title VI Plan:

Marion County Services is opening up their Title VI for public comment starting August 15th through September 15th. If you have questions, concerns and comments related to our Title VI Plan please submit.  Our organization strives to do the following:

  • ·        Ensure that the level and quality of transportation service is provided without regard to race, color, national origin, age, creed, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, Vietnam Era Veteran status, genetic predisposition, carrier status, or low income status.

  • ·        Identify and address, as appropriate, disproportionally high and adverse effects of programs and activities on minority population sand low-income populations.

  • ·        Promote the full and fair participation of all affected Title VI populations in transportation decision making.

  • ·        Prevent the denial, reduction, or delay in benefits related to programs and activities that benefit minority populations or low-income populations.

  • ·        Ensure meaningful access to programs and activities by persons with Limited English Proficiency (LEP)

With your help we can implement new ideas and provide services for a better tomorrow! 
Please submit comments in the following ways:


  • ·        Contacting Ryan Freeman, Marketing Manager,  (573) 248-1077 Ext. 109

  • ·        Mailing your comments:

o   Marion County Services  
o   Attn: Ryan Freeman
o   12 Northport Plaza
o   Hannibal, MO  63401

The June-July Newsletter is HERE!!


Thursday, May 12, 2016

Our Smile-A-Mile Buddy Walk Is Coming Up!

The Smile-A-Mile Buddy Walk is


an annual event put on by Marion County Services for the Developmentally Disabled and The National Down Syndrome Society to help raise community awareness for Down syndrome and other developmentally disabilities in Marion County.

Each June, Nipper Park in down town Hannibal hosts crowds of families, care providers, and developmentally disabled individuals, as well as different area businesses, press, and local organizations, too.

Every cent raised goes to benefit MCSDD and NDSS's continuing efforts to help increase choice, respect, ability, and involvement for developmentally disabled. To learn more about the National Down Syndrome Society and The Smile-A-Mile Buddy Walk, visit their websites: