Programs and Services

Equipment and Resource Lending Library

The therapeutic Lending Library gives families in Northwest Missouri access to multi-sensory therapeutic equipment and toys. The program is geared toward children birth to five years old and has various items available for families of children with developmental disabilities to borrow for use in their home.

Many of the items in this loan program are not funded through any known available sources and are not available for purchase at area retail stores. At no cost, this program lends specialized equipment to families, essential equipment for children to be able to function at home and in the community.

UCP of Northwest Missouri maintains a collection of books and videos which offers information on a wide array of disabilities, intervention strategies and available resources and supports.

Whom Do We Serve?

Any family in Northwest Missouri who has a young child with a developmental disability or need may access the program at no charge with the guidance of his/her therapist or teacher.

How Does It Work?

1. Review Therapeutic Lending Catalog for therapeutic equipment and toy options with your therapist or teacher.
2. Select appropriate items for your child.
3. Register to access program.
4. Check items out (at no cost to your family).
5. Consult with therapist or teacher to ensure proper, safe use of the items.
6. Return items within agreed-upon time frame. If item is needed beyond original time frame, contact program director.

Objectives

1. Families will become more familiar with assistive technology available, learn how to use it and have immediate access to appropriate adaptions and support.
2. Children with developmental disabilities will gain skills that lead towards independence.
3. Families will learn new skills that support their child with developmental disabilities.

Individuals access these resources by coming to the center located at 3303 Frederick Ave in St. Joseph, MO or call 816-364-3836.

Made Possible By Funding From:

• Community Action Partnership
• Educare
• Progressive Community Services
• Heartland Charitable Foundation
• Heartland Regional Community Foundation Outcomes for Kids
• St. Joseph Youth Alliance

ATTENTION: CHILD CARE PROVIDERS

The Therapeutic Lending Library also provides lending opportunities for children in child care settings. If you are providing services to a child with a developmental need, you may access equipment at no charge for as long as you are serving the child. Items available may include specialized seating for the classroom, specialized utensils for eating, weighted blankets, visual timers, knobbed puzzles and much more. Consultation will be provided to your team on items available to meet your needs and how to safely use the selected equipment. For further information, contact Mayme Abbott with Educare (816) 232-0050, Karen McCrary of YWCA Resource and Referral (816) 232-4481, or Heather Weddle of UCP of NWMO (816) 364-3836.

This project is funded by the Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Early Learning Opportunities Act (ELOA) discretionary grant program, grant #90LO0160.

For more information about Equipment and Resource Lending Library, please contact UCP at (816) 364-3836 or send an e-mail.

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Updated: 07/01/2008