Read our latest news! We are excited that we have received the Truman Heartland Community Foundation Grant to expand our Day Programming options.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LEE’S SUMMIT, Mo. – Developing Potential Inc. (DPI) was recently awarded $11,000 in grant funding by the Truman Heartland Community Foundation. This gift will provide Independence participants with health supports, sensory equipment, staff curriculum training, assistive technology, and additional equipment needed to implement high-quality day services programming. Truman Heartland Foundation funding will ensure that DPI continues to support and expand our day services programming to individuals with I/DD (Intellectual/Developmental Disability) in our community.
“DPI is beyond pleased to receive this grant award and put it towards purchasing crucial supplies and equipment to offer enhanced, high-quality day services programming at our Independence, Mo. location. This critical funding will continue to create a meaningful impact for individuals with I/DD, allowing them to meet their personal development goals, continue to gain important life skills, and lead more independent lives,” said Rebecca Case, Executive Director, Developing Potential Inc.
The Day Services program helps individuals develop and practice skills needed for daily living and chart their journey toward a “good life.” Both on- and off-site, individuals work on skill-building activities focused on self-care, socialization, cognition, self-expression, and other essential skills. Staff work with participants to select activities that help to develop daily living skills focused on effective communication, hygiene, self-care, cognition, creative expression, and social skills. Key programming activities support individual health and wellness, such as therapeutic yoga, nutrition and cooking classes, and exercise.
Throughout the pandemic, DPI continued to serve individuals with I/DD through the day and employment services. COVID-19 placed unimaginable challenges on DPI’s persons served, their families, and staff. Through this difficult time, DPI focused on putting our individuals’ needs first and remained a critical resource for families. As a result, families have become comfortable returning to in-person care, and the demand for services has only continued to increase. With Truman Heartland Community Foundation support, DPI is excited to increase access to services that provide a healthier future for adults with I/DD in Independence, Mo.