Services
Services
Day Program
At The Bridge, an 8,600-square-foot activity center in Higginsville, Missouri, professional staff engage with participants to work on social skills and practical knowledge in pursuit of living as independent a life as possible. For many individuals, an in-between area like The Bridge provides a connection between life at home and the broader community.
For 25 years, individuals at The Bridge have been developing new talents and getting the opportunity to put those skills into practice in the community. Individuals participate in a wide variety of activities, both on- and off-site:
- Housekeeping and cooking
- Playing games and assembling puzzles
- Arts and crafts
- Exploring nature
- Shopping
- Entertainment including movies, bowling, or attending a baseball game
The Bridge is uniquely positioned to assist participants where they are while preparing them for where they want to go, all in a safe and encouraging environment. When individuals leave for the day, they are already happily anticipating their next visit to The Bridge.
In-Home Support Program
Tenants in the in-home support program are empowered to live and work independently with minimal oversight from LCBSS staff. Each tenant has unique needs, and while the program is not staffed on a 24-hour basis, staff are available to offer assistance based on each tenant’s Support Plan.
LCBSS offers transportation for:
- Medical appointments
- Tenants' personal business and errands
- Community activities
- Scheduled individual and group recreational activities
Training in life skills equips and encourages tenants to increasingly participate actively in their community.
Lacomo, Inc., a HUD apartment housing organization, maintains two apartment complexes:
- Lacomo South, a 10-unit apartment complex in Higginsville, Missouri
- Lacomo North, a 6-unit apartment complex in Lexington, Missouri
Tenants each sign a personal lease agreement with Lacomo, Inc., allowing them the opportunity to live in their own home independently, while receiving the added benefit of recreating and fostering relationships with fellow community members.
Transportation
Safe, dependable transportation is available to participants in LCBSS programs:
- County residents working at Lafayette County Enterprises sheltered workshop
- Individuals participating in programs at The Bridge
- Residents of Lacomo apartment units
The fleet of 12+ vehicles includes wheelchair-accessible vans, passenger vans and minivans and receives an annual audit by the Missouri Department of Transportation to ensure policy and safety compliance, as well as adherence to best practices.
Support Coordination
A team of Support Coordinators assists individuals eligible for services through the Department of Mental Health, Division of Developmental Disabilities, in a variety of areas designed to improve overall quality of life:
- Health
- Relationships and personal growth
- Education and career
Support Coordinators operate with a working knowledge of Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) as well as the four Medicaid waivers available in Missouri, which allows them to create a Person-Centered Support Plan (PCSP) and provide the unique support each individual needs.
Eligibility
In order to receive Support Coordination services, individuals must meet the following requirements:
- Be determined eligible to receive services through The Department of Mental Health & Division of Developmental Disibilities intake and assessment process
- Missouri Medicaid eligible under the State Plan
- Resident of Lafayette County
- Reside in a community setting or be in the process of transitioning to a community setting
