Our Mission
The Mission of the Adair County SB40 is to engage in ADVOCACY, promote INCLUSION, and provide essential RESOURCES to assist people with developmental disabilities to live self-determined lives.
DD Resource Center: Service Coordination
The Adair County SB40 service coordinators work with individuals in Adair, Putnam, Schuyler, Scotland, and Sullivan Counties to develop comprehensive person-centered support plans which outline steps and access resources necessary to achieve each person's own unique life goals. Please see information under Service Coordination for more details.
Not-for-profit organizations located in Adair county, and residents of Adair, Putnam Schuyler, Scotland, and Sullivan Counties who have developmental disabilities and qualify for services, may request funding through the Adair County SB40 for disability-related programs and needs. Please see specific policies under Funding tab.
Community Learning Center
The Community Learning Center focuses on offering programs to help individuals increase their independence and knowledge as well as providing social and recreational opportunities. Please click the Community Learning Center tab for more information.
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Adair County SB40 Developmental Disability Board Announces January's Spotlight Award Winner!
Dominic Thompson of Kirksville has been selected as the January Outstanding Employee Spotlight Award Recipient by Adair County SB40 following his nomination by Laura Morrow, Service Coordination Team Lead.
Colton’s Manager Troy Pinkerton said, “Dominic had worked for us since he was 16. He started working through the school work program and continued after. He works 5 days a week and hardly ever misses. He has several guests who look for him when they dine with us. He never has a bad thing to say. Love having him work for us.”
Laura, who nominated him, said, “Dominic always has good things to say about work. He will take time to say hello to familiar people while he’s at work and interact with them in a positive manner. He does his job well and stays focused with his job at hand.”
Jamie Janes, Dominic’s previous school worker: “Dominic participated in the work experience program while in high school at KHS. His senior year, he started at Colton’s Steakhouse. After a few months working there as a dishwasher, there was a job opening for someone to buss tables. His job coach and Troy Pinkerton talked about the possibility of hiring Dom for the job. While in high school, a job coach from KHS continued to support him until natural supports at Colton’s were established.”
Adair County SB40 Executive Director, Sean Jacob stated, “I remember when Dominic first got his job there at Colton’s. I am so proud of the great worker and man he has become. Our community is fortunate to have him.”
Dominic was enthusiastic in his appreciation for Colton’s Steakhouse: “I love it here. It’s like family. I get to see my old teachers and people I know all the time. I’ve been here since I was 16, now I’m 24, almost 25.”
If you would like to nominate a great candidate for a monthly Spotlight Award, Adair County SB40 is accepting nominations. Anyone can make a nomination. Nominations can be made in any of the four following categories:
• Kids Inclusion Spotlight Award for children in kindergarten - 8th grade
• Youth Leadership Spotlight Award for youth in grades 9-12
• Community Volunteer Spotlight Award (any age)
• Entrepreneur or Employee Spotlight Award (any age)
In March 2025, a Spotlight Award of the Year winner will be selected from all of the monthly winners. Nominations can be made throughout the year by visiting the Adair County SB40 website or by contacting an SB40 staff member to assist you at (660) 665 - 9400. You can also find more information about the four nomination categories by visiting Adair County SB40’s website, https://www.sb40life.org
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