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Our Mission

 

The Mission of the Adair County SB40 is to engage in ADVOCACY, promote INCLUSION, and provide essential RESOURCES to assist people with developmental disabilities to live self-determined lives.

DD Resource Center:  Service Coordination

The Adair County SB40 service coordinators work with individuals in Adair, Putnam, Schuyler, Scotland, and Sullivan Counties to develop comprehensive person-centered support plans which outline steps and access resources necessary to achieve each person's own unique life goals. Please see information under Service Coordination for more details.



Funding

Not-for-profit organizations located in Adair county, and residents of Adair, Putnam Schuyler, Scotland, and Sullivan Counties who have developmental disabilities and qualify for services, may request funding through the Adair County SB40 for disability-related programs and needs. Please see specific policies under Funding tab.

 

Community Learning Center
The Community Learning Center focuses on offering programs to help individuals increase their independence and knowledge as well as providing social and recreational opportunities.  Please click the Community Learning Center tab for more information.

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Adair County SB40 Developmental Disability Board Announces October's Spotlight Award Winner!

Adair County SB40 is pleased to announce Ronnie Bean as the October Community Volunteer Spotlight. Ronnie was nominated by Michael Hartman, Professional Manager, with CVA/CHS.

Hartman stated, “Ronnie is, at heart, a helper. It’s in his DNA. Since moving into the community where he currently lives, he has become known as the ‘go to guy’ to help with things. Ronnie lives in a senior community. He routinely checks in on all his neighbors to make sure they are doing OK. He often helps his neighbors take groceries into their home, carry heavy things to the garbage and do yard work.  When anyone moves into the complex Ronnie is the first-person people ask to help. He does all these things without expecting anything in return.”

Sean Jacob, Adair SB40 Incoming Executive Director, enthusiastically supported the nomination for Ronnie. “I’m so proud of Ronnie. He has worked so hard over many years. He has grown into a great communicator and strong self-advocate.” Andy Magruder, SB40 Service Coordinator added, “Ronnie’s the epitome of a selfless individual who’s always looking to help others. He’s such a valuable member of his organization and always goes above and beyond with anything that’s expected of him. He has numerous responsibilities at his job and has been employed at Centers for Human Services-Chariton Valley Association for many years. Ronnie continues to show that limitations don’t define a person. His role is just as valuable as anyone else’s, and he sets such a good example for others.”

Hartman shared these recent stories of how Ronnie has been very instrumental in keeping check on other supported individuals in his community as well. “One day Ronnie noticed his neighbors’ support staff had not arrived. The neighbor was standing outside of his home upset and confused.  Ronnie checked in with the neighbor and brought him food, since he had not had breakfast that morning. Ronnie then called the on-call staff and stayed with his neighbor until staff arrived. On another day, the ambulance and fire department were on site treating a supported neighbor with an emergency. Ronnie noticed the emergency responders and realized that staff were not present. He called the support provider to make them aware. Even after the neighbor returned home, he checked on him every evening to make sure he was still doing well.”

Ronnie has been helping the apartment manager as well. He’s happy to help with cleaning out apartments so people can move in and assist with work that requires heavy lifting. Recently, the manager fell ill. Ronnie volunteered to make meals for her and assisted with anything needed around the complex until she returned to work. He is never too busy to help.

Hartman added, “Ronnie goes above and beyond to support the community he stays in. He brings a smile to everyone who lives there.” Ronnie’s neighbor also said “he makes everyone feel seen and valuable. He’s self-less and above all, caring.” 

Crystal Aminirad, Adair SB40 Executive Director, commented on the importance of community. “A community helps all of us to feel connected to something larger than ourselves. A community provides a sense of belonging, support and identity. Actively including people with disabilities in our community fosters that sense of belonging for everyone who lives here. That connection is what makes our     community a wonderful place to live. Ronnie is one of those people that goes out of his way to assure everyone feels accepted and welcome. His smile is radiant, his kindness is contagious. He works hard, he helps others. He is a vital member of our community. I feel so honored to be able to recognize him for the amazing man that he is.”

If you would like to nominate a great candidate for a monthly Spotlight Award, Adair County SB40 is accepting nominations. Anyone can make a nomination. Nominations can be made in any of the four following categories:

· Kids Inclusion Spotlight Award for children in kindergarten - 8th grade

· Youth Leadership Spotlight Award for youth in grades 9-12

· Community Volunteer Spotlight Award (any age)

· Entrepreneur or Employee Spotlight Award (any age)

In March 2025, a Spotlight Award of the Year winner will be selected from all the monthly winners. Nominations can be made throughout the year by visiting the Adair County SB40 website or by contacting an SB40 staff member to assist you at (660) 665 - 9400. You can also find more information about the four nomination categories by visiting Adair County SB40’s website, https://www.sb40life.org

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