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Missouri First Steps is the state's early intervention system for infants and toddlers and provides family-centered supports to help children with developmental needs. The brochure explains eligibility, referral, evaluation, IFSP planning, and how services are coordinated through a service coordinator and Early Intervention Team. Families can learn how services are provided in natural environments and how plans are reviewed and transitioned as children approach age three. Learn more on the DESE site . Contact: call 866-583-2392 Ext. 3 or email earlyintervention@dese.mo.gov for information.

First Steps Missouri ofrece intervención temprana para bebés y niños hasta 36 meses y apoya a las familias con evaluaciones, IFSP y coordinación de servicios. El folleto explica el proceso de referir, evaluar y planificar servicios con un coordinador de servicio y un Equipo de Intervención Temprana. El programa enfatiza la participación familiar y las visitas en el entorno natural del niño. Más información en First Steps en DESE . Contacto: llame al 866-583-2392 Ext. 3 o envíe correo a earlyintervention@dese.mo.gov.

This flyer explains Missouri First Steps Part C eligibility for children birth to 36 months, including diagnosed conditions, developmental delay definitions, residency rules, and services to families. It describes the System Point of Entry (SPOE) regional network and instructs how to make a referral. The document lists regional SPOE contacts. Region 9 (Crawford), contact info: 102 E. Springfield, Suite 101, Union, MO 63084, Phone: 636-584-7279 Fax: 866-206-5514 Main Contact: Krysta Gross, Director - kgross@chs-mo.org

EVENT – July 25 Join the Steelville Back to School Bash at Bargains for Missions for free school supplies, clothing vouchers and other giveaways. The flyer lists backpacks, school supplies, free socks and undies, food, games and lots of freebies. This community event is aimed at families preparing for the school year and offers clothing vouchers and other supports. Come for fun, games and to pick up free items for students.

The 2026 Missouri Suicide Prevention Conference will be held July 9, 2026 at the Wyndham Executive Center in Columbia, MO. The event is open to community members, first responders, clinicians, educators, people with lived experience, and others. The conference is free to attend; a $20 fee applies only for continuing education credit. Featured speakers include Stacey Freedenthal, PhD, LCSW, and Carey Portell, with continuing education offered through the Missouri Behavioral Health Council. Contact: events@mobhc.org or 1-573-416-0447 for more information.