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Developmental Center of the Ozarks (DCO)

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In the heart of our community, everyone belongs. DCO removes barriers! We serve children and adults. Check out all programs on our website!

10/12/2026

This is your sign to step outside, get some fresh air, and take a little break from the busy.

☀️ Happy Monday from DCO Connects in Nixa!

10/09/2026

🎉 THE WAIT IS OVER! 👕🦃 Here's your first look at the official 32nd Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk T-shirt!

REGISTER NOW and wear yours proudly alongside thousands of runners and walkers celebrating Springfield's favorite Thanksgiving tradition! 🏃‍♀️🧡 Every registration includes a commemorative T-shirt, available in adult and youth sizes.

📅 Thanksgiving Day, Thurs., Nov. 26
⏰ 8 a.m. | Downtown Springfield

🧡 A huge THANK YOU to our presenting sponsor, CoxHealth, for helping make this beloved community tradition possible! We're also grateful for all our sponsors and community partners who support Turkey Trot year after year. 🤝

➡️ Register today: ParkBoard.org/TurkeyTrot 🔗

10/06/2026

Way to go, Scott! 👏

Scott Steelman-Rhoden, an Inclusion Educator with our Community Education program, recently traveled to Washington, D.C. with the Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council to share his perspective on issues that directly affect people with developmental disabilities.

During his visit, Scott talked about Medicaid and Home and Community-Based Services, along with federal legislation related to the direct support workforce and integrated employment. He shared how those issues connect to his own life and experiences.

Transportation was also a major part of the conversation. Scott explained the challenges that can come with scheduling reliable rides for work, medical appointments and everyday activities, including times when paying for Uber, Lyft or a taxi becomes the only option.

Opportunities like this give people the chance to speak for themselves and help policymakers better understand how decisions and systems affect daily life. MODDC’s work includes supporting self-advocacy and helping people with developmental disabilities participate in policy discussions that affect their communities.

Thank you, Scott, for sharing your experience and making sure your perspective was part of the conversation!

10/03/2026

Another successful DCO Development & Training Day in the books. As well as a day to acknowledge employees service and employment with DCO - THANK YOU for all your hard work!!

10/02/2026

Exciting things are happening and we are ready to get things started with Nesbitt Construction and Esterly Schneider! Any guesses on what we are cooking up?

10/01/2026

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Thank you Developmental Center of the Ozarks (DCO) for the invitation to spend time at your center!

As a member of both the health and mental health committee, as well as the committee on children and families, I value the opportunity to see firsthand the work being done on behalf of these great Missourians!

October is Children’s Health Awareness Month 🧒🏽👧👦👶🏼

10/01/2026

Recognition of Initiative – Kiyara

Kiyara has demonstrated exceptional initiative and leadership by independently creating a step-by-step Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for completing DCO’s Incident and Injury Reports.

As a Lead Teacher in Child Care, Kiyara was not asked or assigned to create this resource. She recognized a need and took it upon herself to develop a clear, easy-to-follow guide that will help new staff understand exactly how to navigate the process and accurately complete the required form.

Kiyara has also been asked on multiple occasions to assist with training new staff on the Incident and Injury Report process because of her strong knowledge and ability to explain the procedure effectively. Rather than simply continuing to provide one-on-one assistance, she took the additional step of creating a resource that can support staff consistently and serve as an ongoing training tool.

This is a strong example of going above and beyond the expectations of her role. Kiyara identified an opportunity to improve staff training, promote consistency, and make an important process easier for others to understand—and she acted on it without being asked.

Kiyara’s initiative, knowledge, and commitment to supporting her colleagues should be recognized and celebrated. Her willingness to take ownership and create a resource that benefits the broader team demonstrates the kind of proactive work ethic that makes a meaningful difference in our workplace.

Great Job Kiyara!

10/01/2026

Address

1545 E Pythian Street
Springfield, MO
65802

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	7:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

(417) 831-1545

Website

http://www.dcoonline.com/

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