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About MMSL

Community-Based
Developmental Disability
Services in Mid-⁠Missouri

Mid-Missouri Supported Living, established in 2022, is dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities in living meaningful, independent, and fulfilling lives within their communities. We believe every person deserves the opportunity to make their own choices, pursue their goals, and actively participate in the life of their community.

  • Person-centered supports built around individual goals, needs, and preferences
  • Skill-building that promotes independence, confidence, and personal growth
  • Residential, day program, community networking, skills development, and respite services
Join Our Team

Work in a Home, Not a Facility. Make a Real Difference Every Day.

We’re always looking for compassionate, dedicated people to join our team. See current openings and apply today.

Services

Comprehensive Services for Every Individual We Support

Residential Services

Our Residential Services are tailored to each individual's needs — including assistance with daily activities, personal care, meal preparation, cooking, home management, and social skills.

  • 24-hour support from Direct Support Professionals (depending on desired staffing pattern)
  • Transportation for activities, appointments, and work in Mid-Missouri's vehicles
  • Training and modeling for self-care, communication, and social skills
  • Support for self-advocacy and making independent life choices
  • Assistance with nutrition, wellness, fitness, and meal planning
  • Help exploring individuality, relationships, and community participation

Community Day Programs

Our Columbia day program is a dynamic, fully integrated community resource where individuals build real-world skills, develop authentic peer relationships, and pursue personal goals.

  • Social and interpersonal skills development
  • Decision making, cooking, and home management
  • Money handling, recreation, and self-care
  • Community outings and vocational skills
  • Serving Columbia and Boone County
  • Goals set through each person's Individual Service Plan

Community Networking (CN)

Our CN program helps individuals access and engage in community activities that foster meaningful relationships with non-paid community members — from leisure and recreation to volunteering, cultural events, and wellness activities.

  • Community inclusion and outings
  • Social skill building and peer relationships
  • Volunteering and cultural activities
  • Pre-vocational and health & wellness activities
  • Person-centered goals identified through ISP planning
  • Flexible scheduling — links to Residential Services and Day Program

Individualized Skills Development

MMSL's Skills Development services help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities build independence through goal-based, individualized plans — focused on life skills, community participation, and personal growth.

  • Life skills training in home or community settings
  • Goals identified by the individual and their support team
  • Budgeting, household management, and safety skills
  • Community integration and participation
  • Employment support and pre-vocational skills
  • Individual goal plans with progress tracking

Respite

Respite gives primary caregivers temporary relief, with support provided either in the comfort of the individual's own home or in a safe, supportive setting outside the home.

  • In-Home Respite: support in the individual's own home
  • Out-of-Home Respite: a safe, supportive setting outside the home
  • Time for caregivers to rest or attend to personal responsibilities
  • Community involvement, social interaction, and engaging activities
  • Boone County and surrounding Mid-Missouri
Why Choose Us

Why Families and
Choose MMSL

At Mid-Missouri Supported Living, we believe every person deserves to live with dignity, choice, and community. Here's what sets us apart.

1

Truly Person-Centered Support

We build each support plan around the individual — their goals, preferences, and dreams — not a one-size-fits-all program.

2

Experienced, Compassionate Staff

Our Direct Support Professionals are trained, dedicated, and genuinely invested in the people they support every day.

3

Deep Community Connections

We help the people we support build real relationships and participate fully in the community — not just attend programs.

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