Center for Human Services
Life Beyond Limitations
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Case management services for individuals from birth through the adult lifespan. We connect people to the support they need to thrive.
Services starting from prenatal to age 5 through Early Head Start, Head Start, Missouri First Steps, and privately paid preschool.
Housing options for people with disabilities. Our programs value individual choices, encourage independence, and promote inclusion.
Assists those with disabilities find fulfilling employment through job coaching, resume building, interview skills, and benefits planning.
Daily, meaningful life experiences and community engagement opportunities for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
A safe and effective exercise option. We offer aquatics classes in the form of water walking, aerobics, and individual sessions.
One-on-one therapy sessions focused on teaching replacement behaviors. Direct therapy and caregiver therapy options are available.
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Our mission to help individuals live a Life Beyond Limitations would not be possible without the generosity of our donors, sponsors, and partners. Donations go towards enhancing the services we provide and filling the gap that state and federal funding does not cover. You can make an immediate impact through planning giving, partnerships, volunteering, and/or involvement in our community events.
About CHS
Center for Human Services is a non-profit organization serving people of all ages across Missouri. Our primary services help individuals develop their skills to overcome physical, mental, and financial challenges. We do this by providing resources and services for child care and education, jobs, therapy, housing, counseling, and socialization.
What's Happening
Legislative Update and Advocacy Opportunities
This message is to keep you informed about recent state and federal legislative activities that may impact the services provided by Center for Human Services (CHS). As a nonprofit organization, CHS relies on funding from federal and state allocations, as well as donations and grants. We encourage all our supporters to take an active role…
The Path to Possibility
Before discovering Center for Human Services (CHS), Matthew faced daily challenges without a clear path forward. Everyday tasks felt overwhelming, and his dreams—like attending college—seemed far out of reach. Without the right support and resources, progress felt impossible. Everything changed in early 2023 when Matthew connected with CHS and met two incredible advocates: Shelly, his…
Center for Human Services Appoints Scott Rupp, M.S., M.B.A., to Board of Directors
Center for Human Services (CHS) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Scott Rupp, M.S., M.B.A., to its Board of Directors. The CHS Board is comprised of accomplished statewide leaders, and Scott’s diverse knowledge and deep commitment to public service will further strengthen CHS’s experienced Board, bringing valuable leadership and strategic insights into the organization….
Center for Human Services and Missouri State Fair Win Two National Awards for Accessibility Initiatives
At the 2024 International Association of Fairs & Expositions (IAFE) Convention, Center for Human Services (CHS) and the Missouri State Fair received two first-place national awards. The awards were for the Sponsorship Innovation and the Facility Beautification Project, recognizing the progressive efforts to enhance accessibility at the 2024 Missouri State Fair. The partnership between Center…