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Michael at home living independently
Michael is now living independently in his own home with the help of MERIL and the Money Follows the Person (MFP) program.
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More than half of MERIL’s board members and staff have a disability. We use our experiences to guide our consumers toward more independent lives.

CDS participant Virginia (front) with her daughters Connie (left) and Debora (right).
CDS participant Virginia (front) with her daughters Connie (left) and Debora (right). Virginia hired her daughters to be her part-time caregivers so she can continue living in her own home.
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MERIL LPN Tiffany Diaz (left) with In-Home participant Roy (right). Roy receives nurse visits in his home so that he can remain independent and healthy.
Participants in our youth pre-employment program
Participants in our youth pre-employment program learn how to prepare for life after school.
Jessica moved from a nursing home to her own apartment
Jessica moved from a nursing home to her own apartment with the help of MERIL and the Money Follows the Person (MFP) program.
MERIL consulted with the development accessible ramp
MERIL consulted with the development of this ramp to make the city hall in Craig, MO accessible to all visitors, regardless of their level of mobility.
Independent Living specialist at MERIL, spoke to a group of St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic School students about diversity and overcoming challenges
Jay, an Independent Living specialist at MERIL, spoke to a group of St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic School students about diversity and overcoming challenges. Thank you for inviting us, St. Andrew!
Jane is enjoying her independence after transitioning from a nursing home with the help of MERIL
Jane is enjoying her independence after transitioning from a nursing home with the help of MERIL and the Money Follows the Person (MFP) program.

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    We need your help spreading the word about our services. Our goal is to ensure everyone in Northwest Missouri knows where to turn for support if they, or someone they love, ever need assistance due to aging or changing abilities.

    You can make a big difference simply by sharing our mission with the people you know. They may know someone who needs our help.

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    Caregivers play a vital role in supporting aging adults at home, while we also provide essential services for adults with disabilities. Learn how you can get involved.

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    Use Giving Assistant

    Shop at thousands of stores and earn cash back. You can then donate some or all of your cash-back earnings to MERIL!

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    Use GoodSearch

    Set Goodsearch as your default search engine. Each time you search, a penny will be donated to MERIL. That really adds up!
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    Donate Supplies

    Call us to find out what items we can accept. People in our community could use lift chairs, portable metal ramps, wheelchairs, walkers, canes, bed rails, grab bars, incontinence supplies, and more.

    Volunteer

    We could use your help around the office or out in the community. Let us know what you are interested in doing, and we’ll put your time to good use!