Upcoming Events

March 27, 2025 – Peer Mentor Orientation

10 – 11:30 a.m. CT virtual

If you couldn’t make it to our last orientation, don’t worry – we’ve got another chance for you to learn about becoming a Peer Mentor with the Sharing Our Strengths (SOS) program!

Are you a parent, family member, or individual with a disability who has navigated challenges or cared for someone with a disability or special healthcare need? Do you want to make a lasting impact in someone else’s life? Becoming a Peer Mentor may be the perfect way to give back and make a difference in your community!

Suggested Audience:
Individuals and Families interested in becoming a Peer Mentor

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March 27, 2025 – Statewide Needs Assessment Listening Session

4 – 5 p.m. CT virtual

MODDC, in partnership with UMKC-IHD, is conducting a statewide needs assessment to gather feedback that will help shape MODDC’s Five-Year Plan to enhance services and supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

We are hosting TWO Listening Sessions This Month! These sessions are designed to gather input from individuals and families about their experiences and needs. Your feedback is crucial in guiding the development of better services and supports.

Suggested Audience:
Individuals and Families experiencing disability in Missouri

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April 4, 2025 – CtLC in Action

12:30 – 2 p.m. CT virtual

Charting the LifeCourse in Action Meetings are for anyone who is directly applying or implementing CtLC in their organizations or professional roles. It is an interactive peer learning collaborative that allows for hands-on learning, piloting, and identifying strategies for application and implementation. The CtLC in Action meetings are a safe space to talk about successes as well as challenges, where members can share their experiences, ask questions and receive peer coaching on implementing CtLC. The group is also the first to know about new products and provide their valuable feedback to the Nexus team. Meetings are currently held virtually.

Suggested Audience:
Professionals implementing CtLC in their organizations/roles

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April 22, 2025 – Peer Mentor Training

11 a.m. – 12 p.m. CT virtual

Join us for a Mentor Meetup where we’ll dive into essential communication skills that will make you an even more effective peer mentor. This meeting is specifically for individuals and families who have attended orientation and completed the necessary paperwork. Whether you’re looking to refine your techniques or learn new strategies, this meetup is the perfect opportunity to grow and connect with others.

Suggested Audience:
Individuals and Families that have completed Peer Mentor Orientation and paperwork

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May 20, 2025 – Adult Sibling Good Life Group

12:30 – 2 p.m. CT virtual

Join us for a sibling-centered Good Life Group to discuss the need for future planning for your siblings as your parents age. Explore how to collaborate with your sibling and parents to create a vision for the future using the Charting the LifeCourse framework and tools.

Suggested Audience:
Adult siblings of individuals who experience disability