Stories

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…

The Center for Human Services pushes through barriers in daily living and assists individuals with disabilities so they can live Life Without Limitations! James utilizes his Community Skills Trainer (CST) staff to support him in accessing his community. He is legally blind and navigates his community with his white cane and support from his CST…

Meet Libbey Rall, an amazing, and talented young lady! Throughout her years in high school, she was always well known for her beautiful smile and was a part of the Leadership Team. In the fall of 2018, she was even the Liberty High School Homecoming Queen. Since her graduation in 2019, she has taken the…

Skylar Todd is a young lady from Warsaw that came to CHS Employment Services (ES) seeking assistance in her pursuit of employment.  Skylar met with her Employment Consultant, Josh Olson, and explained that she had always been interested in the food service area but wanted to make sure she could find the “right fit.”  Josh…

Cowboys and cowgirls, the Jennings Arena Patriot Riders on horseback, American flags proudly waved by 130 rodeo fans, fun and games, line dancing and countless smiles. This describes the 29th Exceptional Rodeo held Friday, August 13 in the Mathewson Center during the second day of the Missouri State Fair. Rodeo fans came from several counties to…

Christelle Cardwell is a 20-year-old young woman living in Marshall, MO. Christelle attends the Center of Human Services (CHS) Saline County Activity Center (SCAC) weekly Monday through Friday. This recently changed as she was attending three days weekly and enjoyed attending so much, she requested to come an additional two days each week. Christelle was…

Last summer, during the spike of COVID cases in Sedalia, many local employers were looking for dedicated employees as there was a need for essential workers. Johnboy had been working with CHS Employment Services at a local business when he was laid-off due to COVID.  Despite the layoff, Johnboy was eager to figure out how…

Spunky personality and happy disposition is how the team describes Diana, two year old daughter of Elizabeth and Edward Petrie. She is one of four children, filling the family home with laughter and excitement. Her favorite things to play are; baby dolls, singing and dancing with anyone, building with blocks, books, and being outside. Her…

Meet Andy Creed of Mexico, MO who receives Center for Human Services (CHS) Service Coordination Services. Andy attends the Developmental Training Center Day Program and utilizes transportation services. Andy’s mother, Sue stated, “His Service Coordinator, Mallory always makes sure Andy is doing well with his goals at his Day Program and while working with his…