Midland Empire Resources for Independent Living


Welcome
Our Philosophy: All persons regardless of disability, are entitled to and should have equal access to the rights and responsibilities that other citizens are provided: to be as active and productive a member of society as they so choose; Thus comes the Independent Living motto of control over one’s life, by making choices that in turn bring about change. A BARRIER FREE NORTHWEST MISSOURI View ASL


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PEOPLE FIRST LANGUAGE

The difference between the right word and the almost right word is the difference between lightning and the lightning bug. Mark Twain View Document

Preparedness for People with Disabilities

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Northwest Missouri Regional Culture of Character

Confidence – freedom from doubt and believing in yourself NMRCC

NEW SORENSON VIDEO RELAY SERVICE

MERIL now have three Sorenson Video Phones (VP) in our office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing! For those who do not have VP capability or need to use the relay, you do not need to dial any numbers before giving our numbers. Our numbers are directly connected to Sorenson Video Relay Service. It is that simple!

For De Linda Belanger, Director of Communication Services, her VP is (866) 954-3461 For Sarah Kurtz, Staff Interpreter & Interpreter Referral, her VP is (866) 954-5210

We also have a VP station in the Deaf Resources Room where the Deaf/HH individuals who don’t have VP at home can come here and use this VP to call anyone.

Referrals

As people with disabilities ourselves, we know it can be difficult to communicate with those who do not share similar experiences. That’s what makes peer counseling so valuable to you. MERIL can put you in touch with people who have been where you are now, and have found the resources to live independently. If you need these services, please contact Sharon Leonard
MERIL’s CDS In-Home care allows you to direct your own personal care services. Your personal care attendant can even be a family member, except for your spouse. For more information on CDS services contact Jim Pawlowski
MERIL also has a more traditional In-home care service. We offer Basic and Advanced personal care services, along with homemaker chore services, respite services, and advanced respite services. For more information about Independence Unlimited In-Home Services contact Kaila Stewart

MERIL Office Closings

We will be closed on July 3 in observance of Independence Day. Thank you

Community Resources

St. Joseph, Missouri Community Resources View Document

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