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MISSION: We provide resources for Stone County individuals with developmental disabilities to thrive, connect with others and achieve their goals.
VISION: Our vision is to support an inclusive community where all people have value and opportunities.
Now taking Board Member Applications
Applications due by November 29, 2025, to LaDella Thomas at [email protected]
We have MOVED!
Our Day Services Activity Center and SCDDB Administrative offices have moved to 15767 State Highway 13, Reeds Spring (the former Health Dept. location).
This move will allow us to create a long-term Activity Center space that more fully meets our needs with:
- A dedicated reception entrance, that enhances the security of clients and staff
- More spaces to create individualized breakout sessions of learning, recreation, and entertainment as we work on goals
- Office and prep space for our Day Program staff
- A separate entrance for Music Therapy classes
Our Administrative Offices and monthly Board Meetings will temporarily move to this location as well, until our building is completed in the Spring of 2025.
If you have questions, call us at 417-272-0444.
What are we funding in 2024?
Coffee Creations operates a full-service coffee shop in Branson, MO, employing people with developmental disabilities to perform job functions in all areas of operation. SCDDB is funding $24,000 in 2024 toward the employment of 10 Stone County residents. While working at Coffee Creations, clients learn on-the-job skills that are necessary as they seek community employment with certified job coaching to ensure they are successful in the jobs they choose to do.
OATS Transportation has been providing FREE rides for Stone County individuals with I/DD for six years. Riders can go to medical appointments, grocery shopping, day programs, jobs, and other destinations around the county/region. SCDDB funded OATS for $65,000 for 2024.
Reeds Spring School District is developing facilities that will be accessible and accommodating for all. Their new Wolf Pack Park will feature a 21-piece ADA-accessible playground, which SCDDB has funded for $50,000 in 2024. Our 50+ Day Program participants at our Activity Center (at the old high school) will be able to enjoy the park year-round, including a playground built for their needs! This park is open to the entire community.
SCDDB has purchased its first wheelchair accessible van in 2024! We will be able to provide day and residential services for individuals needing that support to get out and about in their community. SCDDB budgeted $80,000 but we’re working on coming in under budget.
SCDDB has been funding respite care for the past 4 years, providing tens of thousands of dollars toward paying a respite care provider to come to a family’s home and watch over their loved one while they have the much-needed time to recharge. In 2024, SCDDB added on Medicaid-funded respite care as well, where qualified individuals can receive respite care from our staff.
So far in 2024, SCDDB has funded items/services for over 18 individuals, totaling over $6,000. Items include wheelchairs, nutritional supplements, therapies, home modifications, adaptive play equipment, weighted vests and blankets, travel expenses, adaptive car seats, dance lessons, safety and security devices, and more. Each individual can apply for up to $1,000 within a calendar year, and if it meets our criteria, we are happy to approve!
SCDDB has committed $25,000 in 2024 to send up to 25 individuals to Camp Barnabas or Wonderland camp by awarding a $1,000 scholarship to any person with I/DD in Stone County. The adaptive camp experience has been a favorite of all who’ve gone! SCDDB has been funding campers since 2018.
The voters of Stone County passed the first developmental disability board tax levy in 2016 by an overwhelming majority. Formed by that vote, Stone County Developmental Disability Board (SCDDB) now provides direct services, as well as funding local nonprofit organizations to provide services on its behalf, to residents of Stone County who have developmental disabilities.
People with autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and other intellectual and developmental disabilities may be eligible for supports that were not previously available.
Since receiving the first tax levy payment in 2018, SCDDB has provided over $1.55 million in local agency funding and individual funding. SCDDB has also developed Day Services and
Residential Services programs during this time, and supports over 200 individuals and their families.
In 2022, SCDDB acquired 11 acres of land in Reeds Spring. Plans include building office space and additional areas for people with developmental disabilities to learn job skills, increase independence and quality of life, and engage with the Stone County community. SCDDB is currently pursuing grants and additional funding sources to pay for the building project.
We take our responsibility seriously to build a sustainable organization to serve many future generations of Stone County families, ensuring fiscal responsibility with your tax dollars.
Sunshine Law Request for Information template available here.
Who/What is SCDDB?
- SB40 board empowered to collect property tax to provide services and supports to people with diagnosed Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
- Governed by a 9-person board, appointed by the Stone County Commission
- Funded through property tax: 10 cents per $100 assessed value (approx. $25-35 per property owner, per year)
- Tax dollars can only be used for Stone County residents
- Operate two Medicaid-funded programs—Day Services and Residential Services—which can serve people from any county
Our Beliefs
- All people deserve the opportunity for community involvement, where they are valued and respected.
- Open communication is a key to effectiveness and community trust.
- All people are valued and respected as unique individuals.
- Each individual’s success is a worthy investment.
- We are accountable and transparent to the community and those we serve.