Association on Aging with Developmental Disabilities

Show-Me Hope is a statewide crisis counseling program to address the stress, strain, grief and loss throughout Missouri. It is free, confidential and available 24/7. Individuals can access a toll free helpline to discuss their feelings and be referred to services such as grief counseling. Employers can arrange virtual stress management programs for staff and family. Call or text 800-985-5990 today and ask to be connected to the local Show-Me Hope program in your community.

Save the date for AADD's 30th Annual Aging with Developmental Disabilities Conference on May 17-18, 2021, which will be a hybrid conference experience, offered in-person at the St. Charles Convention Center as well as virtually!! Registration coming soon!

Season's Greetings from the AADD Family to yours!

November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month. For more information about epilepsy, visit http://epilepsy.com/ .

Happy Halloween!

AADD is excited to participate in Home for the Holidays, a national campaign led by @EldercareLoc and @n4aACTION highlighting ways older adults can stay connected during #COVID19and the impact social connection has on mental and physical health. Learn more: https://bit.ly/36l0x94 .

The Department of Social Services has developed a guide to assist Missourians in finding resources to meet their basic living needs, access support services, and prepare for their career pathways. The resource can be accessed at the following link: https://bit.ly/3nsM0yU .